From beginners to the more experienced, this course is ideal for anyone looking to enhance their skills or learn new MIG welding techniques.

What the course leads to

What courses can I do after this? 

On successful completion of this career development course The College would like to congratulate you and hope that you would recommend it to others in your industry. If you would like information on any of our other career or personal development courses please contact the helpline.

What do I need to apply

To do this course you should have... 

To join this course no formal qualifications are required, however you should be practically minded.

Course costs

Course Code Start Date Costs 16-18 Costs 19-23 (with concessions) Costs 19+ (no concessions)
BP01709 08/01/2024 £290.00 £290.00 £290.00
BP01711 15/04/2024 £290.00 £290.00 £290.00

* Please note fees are subject to change.

Costs 

£290 per person

 

Associated Costs 

You will need to provide safety boots and overalls which you will need to bring with you each week.

Course content

Course Content 

The course introduces welding machine familiarisation in MIG and maintenance procedures.

By the end of the course you will be able to:

  • Work safely with the process they have chosen
  • Identify and assemble the equipment necessary to work with their chosen process
  • Carry out welding to a higher standard than their existing skill level
  • Identify process technique deficiencies
  • Identify welding defects

More info

Start Day/Time 

Monday Evenings - 6-9pm

 

January course:

Session 1 - Monday 8th January

Session 2 - Monday 15th January

Session 3 - Monday 22nd January

Session 4 - Monday 29th January

Session 5 - Monday 5th February

 

April course:

Session 1 - Monday 15th April

Session 2 - Monday 22nd April

Session 3 - Monday 29th April

Session 4 - Monday 13th May

Session 5 - Monday 20th May 

(Please note there is no session on Monday 6th May due to the bank holiday)

Duration 

5 Weeks

Attendance 

Part-time

Level 

Other Courses

Qualification Name 

College Certificate

Awarding Body 

Bournemouth & Poole College

Curriculum Area 

Engineering - Engineering and Electronics

More about the course 

Please ensure you bring safety boots and an overall with you each week.

Duration 

5 Weeks

Attendance 

Part-time

Level 

Other Courses

Qualification Name 

College Certificate

Awarding Body 

Bournemouth & Poole College