MEM05017D - Weld using gas metal arc welding process

This course can be undertaken as:

• 4-day course from 8:00am to 4:30pm each day $780 (GST exempt) p/p; or
• 12 consecutive Wednesday evenings from 5:00pm to 8:00pm $840 (GST exempt) p/p

This course applies to welds associated with heavy or light metal fabrications. Welds are fillet and butt welds in all positions on a range of ferrous and non-ferrous materials that may include carbon steel and stainless steel. Weld quality would conform to Australian Standards 1554 General Purpose, American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) or equivalent.  The course covers:

• Prepare materials for gas metal arc welding (GMAW)
• Select welding components and consumables
• Assemble and set up welding equipment
• Minimise and rectify distortion
• Weld to job specification using GMAW
• Ensure weld conformance
• Maintain weld records as required

The Pre-requisites are as follows:

• MEM05050B – Perform routine gas metal arc welding
• MEM05051A – Select welding processes
• MEM05052A – Apply safe welding processes
• MEM12023A – Perform engineering measurements 
• MEM18001C – Use hand tools
• MEM18002B – Use power tools/hand held operations

Note: If you do not have the above pre-requisites you may still undertake this course however upon successful completion you will be issued with a Statement of Attendance, this is NOT nationally recognised. RPL assessments are available if you wish to be assessed against the pre-requisites and additional fees will apply.

Successful Completion

Students who hold the pre-requisites and successfully complete all the requirements of this course will be issued with a Statement of Attainment for:

• MEM05017D - Weld using gas metal arc welding process

Students who do not hold the pre-requisites and successfully complete all the requirements of this course will be issued with a Statement of Attendance for:

• Intermediate Gas Metal Arc Welding

• Safety boots
• Non-tinted safety glasses
• Welding helmet
• Gauntlet gloves
• Long pants and a long sleeved shirt (for WHS reasons please do not wear excessively loose clothing)
• Safety glasses, basic welding helmet and gauntlet gloves can be purchased from reception (Please enquire at time of booking)

Ottoway Trade Training Centre

275 Grand Junction Road

OTTOWAY  SA  5013

In addition to courses scheduled at the above location ATEC can also deliver training at your work site (subject to equipment requirements). Contact us for more information.

How to Apply

Applications and enquiries can be made:

• Below; or
• by email at bookings@atec.asn.au; or
• by calling ATEC on 1300 112 832.

Payment Methods

Courses must be paid for prior to commencement unless alternative arrangements have been made. Statements may be withheld until payment has been received. Note:  Fees and Refund Policy applies.