Level 1 TIG Welding Course in South Shields. Classes run at South Tyneside College, full-time during the day. TIG welding classes cover the fundamentals of tungsten inert gas welding, giving you hands-on practice with the process used across engineering, fabrication, and manufacturing. The course takes around 3 months to complete. There are no specific entry requirements. Contact the college to confirm start dates and availability.
Who this course is for
Programme Title = SWELD | Course Title = Welding Courses (STC) | Qualification Aim Reference = 60037544 | Qualification Aim Title = Award in Introductory Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) Welding | College Delivery Area = STEM Motor Vehicle and Green Initiatives (Note: 1 other start date(s) for this course exist. Please contact the college for further information.)
Entry requirements
No specific entry requirements - contact the College for further details.
What you will learn
You'll learn how TIG welding equipment works and how to set it up safely.
You'll practise striking and maintaining a TIG welding arc.
You'll develop control of the welding torch and filler rod technique.
You'll weld joints on metal materials under supervision.
You'll follow health and safety procedures in a welding environment.
You'll identify common welding faults and understand how to avoid them.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a workshop setting at South Tyneside College. Classroom-based instruction covers the theory behind the TIG welding process. Assessment is through practical tasks and observation of your welding technique. Your tutor will assess your work against the requirements of the City and Guilds Award.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South Tyneside College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Welder. Entry-level TIG welding roles in fabrication shops.
Fabricator welder. Combining welding and metal fabrication work.
Sheet metal worker. Precision metalwork using TIG welding techniques.
Engineering operative. Supporting production in manufacturing settings.
Maintenance welder. Repair and maintenance work across industries.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in TIG Welding. The natural next step to develop your technique and take on more complex welding tasks.
Level 2 Diploma in Engineering. Broadens your skills across engineering disciplines alongside welding.
Level 3 NVQ in Welding. The qualification many employers look for when hiring experienced welders for skilled roles.
