The ABC Level 1 Certificate in Fabrication and Welding Practice has been developed in conjunction with academia and industry experts, to provide an introduction to Fabrication and Welding. The overall aim is to provide both experience and knowledge on which to base a future career and associated course decisions, and to enhance employment prospects.
Entry Requirements
All Learners must wear Personal Protective Equipment when engaged in practical work – failure to do so when asked will result in learner being taken off the course
Be able to work in a safe manner and follow staff instruction
Follow Phoenix Centre Risk Assessments and Safe Working Practice guidelines
Provide own overalls and safety boots
Qualification Aims
Provide basic knowledge and skills in order to enable the learner to handle materials, tools and equipment both safely and competently
Provide and introduction to the practical skills required in the fabrication and welding industry
Provide a basic introduction to various aspects of the fabrication and welding work as a foundation for progression to further education and training
Improve job prospects
Widen access to vocational training
Content Overview
Unit 1 Health and Safety in an Industrial Environment – internally assessed course work
Unit 2 Welding Processes (Manual Metal-Arc and Metal Active Gas)- Internally assessed course work and internally assessed practical work
Unit 3 Fabrication Processes (Sheet Metal and Plate)- Internally assessed course work and internally assessed practical work
Unit 4 Engineering Drawing- internally assessed course work
A Mandatory Multiple-Choice External Examination -1 hour
Guided learning Hours - 200
For further information contact: thomas.meiring@yht.wales