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Level 1 TIG Welding Course in Truro

Cost£300.00
Duration8 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Level 1 TIG Welding Course in Truro. Evening classes run at Truro College, part-time over 8 weeks. You can fit the tig welding classes around work or other commitments. The course covers TIG welding technique and gives you a grounding in working safely with welding equipment. You'll develop the practical skills that employers in fabrication and manufacturing look for. City and Guilds is the awarding body, so your level 1 tig welding qualification carries weight with employers who specify it by name.

Who this course is for

Whether you are upskilling, in need of a welder qualification, having a change of occupation or a hobby enthusiast we have a course here for you. We can give you the skills you need to succeed in industry.

You can be skilled in:

MIG/MAGS welding TIG/TAGS welding MMA/ARC Welding and Fabrication

What you will learn

  • You'll learn the principles of TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) welding
  • You'll practise setting up and operating TIG welding equipment
  • You'll develop control of the welding arc and weld pool
  • You'll produce basic TIG welds on metal workpieces
  • You'll follow health and safety procedures in a welding environment
  • You'll identify common welding faults and how to correct them

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in a workshop setting at Truro College. Classroom-based instruction covers underpinning knowledge such as equipment, materials, and safe working practices. Assessment is through practical welding tasks and a knowledge check. You'll be assessed on the quality of your welds and your ability to work safely.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Truro 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 metalwork on structures
  • Sheet metal worker. Precision work on thin metal components
  • Maintenance engineer. Welding repairs in manufacturing or utilities
  • Automotive fabricator. Welding on vehicle frames and bodywork

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Award or Certificate in TIG Welding (City and Guilds). The next step up, covering more complex weld positions and thicker materials.
  • Level 2 MIG/MAG Welding Qualification. Adds a second welding process and broadens your employability.
  • Level 3 NVQ in Fabrication and Welding. The qualification many employers require for skilled welder roles and higher pay grades.
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