Level 1 TIG Welding Course in Slough

Cost£180.00
Duration10 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Level 1 TIG Welding Course in Slough. Classes run at Slough and Langley College, part-time during the day, over 10 weeks. This is a practical, hands-on course for beginners and people working in the trade who have no formal welding qualifications. You'll cover different welding methods, with the focus on practical work throughout. TIG welding classes run at a manageable pace, so you can fit study around other commitments.

Who this course is for

This practical course is designed for beginners or people working in the trade with no formal qualifications in welding. You will cover different methods of welding, the course is practical based.

Entry requirements

Flame Retardant Overalls Steel toe capped boots all other equipment will be supplied by the college.

What you will learn

  • You'll practise TIG welding techniques in a hands-on workshop setting.
  • You'll learn how to set up and operate TIG welding equipment safely.
  • You'll cover different methods of welding used in the trade.
  • You'll develop your understanding of welding safety and safe working practices.
  • You'll build practical skills that apply directly to welding work.

How you will learn

This is a practical, classroom-based course. You'll learn through hands-on welding exercises in a workshop environment. Assessment is practical, based on the welding work you produce during the course. The college supplies all welding equipment. You will need to bring your own flame-retardant overalls and steel toe-capped boots.

What you will need to bring

You'll need to bring your own flame-retardant overalls and steel toe-capped boots. All other equipment is supplied by Slough and Langley College.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Welder. Entry-level welding work in manufacturing or fabrication.
  • MIG/TIG welder. Production welding roles across a range of industries.
  • Fabricator welder. Combining welding and metal fabrication skills.
  • Maintenance welder. Repair and maintenance work in industrial settings.
  • Welding assistant. Supporting skilled welders on site or in workshops.

What you could study next

A Level 1 TIG welding qualification is a starting point. You could move on to a Level 2 Diploma in Welding, which covers a broader range of welding processes and is recognised for skilled welding roles. From there, a Level 3 NVQ in Welding supports progression to senior or specialist positions. City and Guilds offers qualifications at both levels.

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