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many ways to do this and these require
a high degree of skill and advanced
technology.
Welders work with a lot of different
metals, alloys and materials – heating,
melting and joining these together.
There are several different ways to
weld, and some include some amazing
machinery that involves revolutionary
technology, including electron beams,
lasers, ultrasonic and friction stir.
Welders can be found in lots of
places and in many companies… these
include the making of aeroplanes….
manufacturing of cars and other
vehicles…. constructing buildings and
bridges… working on oil rigs in the
middle of the ocean and under the sea.
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Do I have what it takes to
make a good welder?
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begin with, you will need:
Great eyesight
To be healthy and fit
Good hand-eye co-ordination
To be skilled with your hands
To enjoy working with tools
To be willing to practice and
train – including the latest,
most up-to-date technology
Want to find out more?
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f you’re just leaving school, or aged
16-24, you could get a place on
an apprenticeship scheme with a
company. This apprenticeship will also
likely include studying at a local college.
The following website is very useful:
www.apprenticeships.org.uk
Many companies offer comprehensive
training programmes in several welding
processes, while others may be more
specific and focused.
Ask your careers teacher or contact
local engineering companies for advice.
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f you are changing career, you may want to
develop the basic skills of welding before
applying for a job.
Evening classes are available at many
colleges or local training providers. They
offer both training in practical skills and an
understanding of the welding principles.
Information about courses is available from
many training organisations including ourselves
at The Welding Institute.
Can I get financial help for my training?
There may be grants available to help pay for the
cost of a course you are interested in.
Your local college, training provider or
Jobcentre Plus will be able to tell you more.
What qualifications and
experience will I need?
T
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scheme, you will normally
need four GCSEs (A-C)
These GCSEs should include
subjects such as maths, English
and the sciences.
For more information on
Apprenticeships, visit:
www.apprenticeships.org.uk
You could also think about
studying another qualification.
This would give you some of the
skills needed for a job.
See the following websites for
more information about welding
careers, qualifications and
training:
• Engineering Construction
Training Board (ECITB)
• SEMTA
• The Welding Institute (TWI)
www.ecitb.org.uk
www.semta.org.uk
www.twiprofessional.com
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I’m going to
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hen you may be able to become a
qualified Welding Engineer.
Welding Engineers require an
understanding of metal and material
science, along with the technology
used to shape joints. These include
arc welding, lasers, resistance
welding, brazing and soldering.
Qualifications you could consider are:
• BEng in Metallurgy/Materials Science
and/or Engineering
• MEng in Metallurgy/Materials Science
and/or Engineering
• Cranfield MSc in Welding Engineering
Learning and knowledge can be
developed also through internships and
on-the-job assignments.
Where can I go for more information?
The Welding Institute has lots of
information available for anyone
interested and are always happy
to help.
This includes information about:
• Industries in which welding
play a key role
• Training schemes for
welding methods
• Qualifications for inspection
and testing
Please contact:
The Welding Institute,
Granta Park,
Great Abington,
Cambridge
CB21 6AL
Tel: 01223 899595 E: [email protected]
www.twiprofessional.com
Welding Training Colleges
Adam Smith College
KIRKCALDY
01592 657713
Angus College
ARBROATH
01241 432600
Banff & Buchan College
FRASERBURGH
01346 586100
Canterbury College
CANTERBURY
01227 811111
Carnegie College
DUNFERMLINE
01383 845038
Castle College
NOTTINGHAM
0115 917 5207
Central Sussex
CRAWLEY
01293 442200
Chesterfield College
CHESTERFIELD
01246 5005621
Colchester Institute
COLCHESTER
01206 570271
College of NW London
LONDON
0208 208500
Derwentside College
GATESHEAD
0191 490 3202
Dundee College
DUNDEE
01382 834834
EMTA Awards
LEEDS
01132 601138
Forth Valley College
FALKIRK
01324 403000
Guernsey College
ST PETER PORT
01481 737500
Grimsby Institute
GRIMSBY
0800 315002
Heatric
POOLE
01202 627 000
Hull College
HULL
01482 598744
Lincoln Electric
SHEFFIELD
0114 287 2401
Motherwell College
MOTHERWELL
01698 232323
Newark & Sherwood College
(Lincoln College)
NEWARK
01522 876000
Keighley College
(Leeds City College)
KEIGHLEY
01535 685153
Preston College
PRESTON
01772 225522
Proactive Gas Safety
NORTHWICH
01606 872864
Rotherham College
ROTHERHAM
08080 722777
South Tyneside College
SOUTH SHIELDS
0191 427 3566
Tameside College
AHSTON UNDER LYNE
0161 9086700
TWI Training
CAMBRIDGE
01223 899000
Yorkshire Coast College
SCARBOROUGH
01723 372105
WEC Group Ltd
DARWEN
01254 700200
Wilkinson Welding Academy Ltd
SALFORD
0161 728 7945
ITCA
ABERDEEN
01224 594808
The Welding Institute
supporting your career
in welding engineering
. . . all the way!
Some helpful contacts
National Apprenticeship Service (NAS)
T: 02476 826482 (National Helpdesk)
E: [email protected].
W: www.apprenticeships.org.uk/Be-An-Apprentice.aspx
Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB)
T: 01923 260000
E: [email protected]
W: www.ecitb.org.uk
SEMTA (Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance)
T: 0800 282167
W: www.semta.org.uk
TWI Training
E: [email protected]
T: 01223 899500
CSWIP Certification Scheme for Personnel
W: www.cswip.com
T: 01223 899467