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Fabrication and Welding (Level 5)

West Lothian College

Content

Practical, one-year course for those wanting to work in the fabrication and welding industry. There are opportunities in oil- and gas-related industries and manufacturers of metal parts and equipment.

The course includes:

Different types of welding and materials; Workshop skills - correct use of hand-tools; Manufacturing components from engineering drawings, on lathes and milling machines; Measuring; Health and safety; Computer-aided design; Mathematics.

Day release - Wednesday 9am - 4pm.

Entry Requirements

Subjects at National 4 including Maths. Interview and aptitude test.

Progression Routes

NC Level 6 and HNC/D is possible

Start Date

August

Qualification

NC

Study Method

Part time (day)

Course Length

1 year

Department

Engineering

SCQF Level

5