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Level 3 Fabrication and Welding Course in Croydon

CostFREE
Duration35 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Fabrication and Welding Course in Croydon. Classes run at Croydon College, full-time during the day. Fees apply for this course, though you may be eligible for fee remission.

You'll need a full Level 2 Engineering Qualification to join. You'll also need GCSE Maths and English at grade 4 or above, or Functional Skills Level 2 in both subjects. The course runs for 35 weeks. You'll study health and safety, mechanical manufacturing, machining, and CAD. It builds the practical skills employers look for in fabrication and welding roles.

You'll finish with a City and Guilds Diploma in Engineering at Level 3.

Who this course is for

This course is designed for those who have already completed a L2 Engineering qualification and are interested in developing their skills further. This qualification will assist in your progression to become a qualified Engineer and you will develop, and practice the skills required for employment and career progression. Throughout this course you will study a range of subjects, including health and safety, mechanical manufacturing, machining and CAD.

Entry requirements

A full L2 Engineering Qualification and English and Math GCSE grade 4 and above OR Functional skills Level 2 OR Mathematics and English assessed at Level 2 by college assessment

What you will learn

  • You'll apply health and safety practices in an engineering environment.
  • You'll develop skills in mechanical manufacturing processes.
  • You'll use machining techniques on metal components.
  • You'll work with CAD software to produce engineering drawings.
  • You'll practise fabrication and welding techniques to industry standards.
  • You'll develop the knowledge needed for career progression in engineering.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical workshop activity at Croydon College. Assessment is through a combination of assignments, practical tasks, and written work. You'll build a portfolio of evidence throughout the course to demonstrate your skills and knowledge.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Croydon College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Welder, joins and repairs metal structures across a range of industries.
  • Welder Fabricator, combines welding and fabrication skills on engineering projects.
  • Metal Fabricator, cuts, shapes, and assembles metal components.
  • Engineering Technician, supports engineers in manufacturing or production settings.
  • Maintenance Engineer, keeps machinery and equipment running in industrial workplaces.

What you could study next

  • Level 4 HNC in Engineering, a higher technical qualification for those moving into supervisory or technical roles.
  • NVQ Level 3 in Fabrication and Welding, a work-based qualification that supports a skilled-worker CSCS or engineering card.
  • Apprenticeship in Engineering or Advanced Manufacturing, combining work and further study at Level 3 or above.
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