The practical aspects of the course are underpinned with theoretical knowledge about welding processes and materials. There is a strong emphasis on industrial and workshop safety and a focus on employability skills.
Welding Technologies
SACE Stage 1
Welding Technologies
Design, Technology and Engineering - Material Solutions
SACE Stage 1
10 credits
This subject is designed to provide students with entry-level skills required in various metal working occupations. Skill areas include:
- oxygen-acetylene gas welding and plasma arc cutting
- MIG welding
- spot welding
- shielded metal arc welding
The subject also covers:
- reading and interpreting plans
- welding terminology
- sheet metal forming processes
- metal working power tool use
- hot and cold metal fabrication
- CAD and CAD/CAM processes
- CNC plasma cutting
Students will develop skills for this high-tech industry.
Course Content
Assessment
Further Info
Course Content
Assessment
| Specialised Skills Task | 30% |
| Design Process and Solution | 70% |
Further Info
This course is valuable preparation for further workshop based courses at Stage 1 and 2 level as well as VET programs.
This course is offered in Semester 2.