Certificate: Aluminium Welding Short Course -MIG & TIG Welding
[Unit Standard No: 57881, Unit Standard Credits: 158, NQF Level: 2]
We are registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training under the Continuing Education and Training Act No. 16 of 2006. DHET Centre Number: 899994812. Further accredited by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) Accreditation Number: 07-QCTO/SDP110722.
Accredited with CETA ACCREDITATION NO: ACC/23/07/00015 and TETA ACCREDITATION NO: TETA 22-1553 under the Skills Development Act, 97 of 1998. Company Registration Number: 2013/224763/07.
Unit Standard No: 57881
Unit Standard Credits: 158
NQF Level: 2
Course Duration: 4 weeks
Cost Per Person: R 11,000
After Training, You’ll obtain a CERTIFICATE
JOB ASSISTANCE and FREE ACCOMODATION
Our Aluminium Welding Training course is designed to develop the technical knowledge, practical skills, and safety awareness required to produce quality aluminium welds in professional workshop and industrial environments. Learners are introduced to the properties and behaviour of aluminium, correct welding equipment and consumables, material preparation, welding techniques, heat control, and common welding defects. The course includes practical training to help learners develop proper torch control, electrode and filler selection, accurate weld preparation, and the ability to produce clean and consistent welds on different aluminium materials and joints. Training also emphasises safe working practices, correct PPE, equipment handling, and quality inspection, helping learners build practical skills that can be applied in fabrication, manufacturing, construction, engineering, and industrial work environments.
Theory Training – 20%: The theory component combines classroom-based learning with structured lessons, discussions, and group activities. Learners develop a strong foundation in aluminium welding principles, material properties, equipment, welding techniques, safety procedures, and correct workshop practices.
Practical Training – 80%: The practical component provides hands-on workshop experience focused on real-world aluminium welding techniques. Learners apply their theoretical knowledge while practising equipment setup, material preparation, welding techniques, heat control, and producing quality welds under professional supervision.
Competency Assessment: Learners undergo a competency assessment conducted by qualified assessors and moderators. The assessment evaluates their theoretical knowledge, practical welding skills, safety awareness, equipment handling, and ability to perform aluminium welding tasks correctly, safely, and competently.
Introduction to Aluminium Welding: Understanding the properties and behaviour of aluminium during welding, the key differences between aluminium and steel welding, different aluminium grades and their applications, and how material selection influences welding techniques.
Aluminium Welding Safety: Correct use of welding PPE, workshop ventilation and fume extraction, fire prevention, emergency procedures, safe operation of welding equipment, and general workplace safety practices.
Welding Equipment, Tools & Consumables: Learners become familiar with AC/DC welding machines, TIG and MIG aluminium welding equipment, shielding gases, filler materials, torches, nozzles, cables, and other essential accessories. Training also covers correct equipment setup, preparation, adjustment, and safe handling.
TIG Aluminium Welding (GTAW): Training covers setting up the TIG welding machine, adjusting controls, selecting suitable tungsten electrodes, controlling heat, welding thin aluminium sheets, producing consistent weld beads and joints, and applying techniques to reduce porosity and prevent cracking. Learners also learn the importance of proper aluminium preparation and handling before welding.
MIG Aluminium Welding (GMAW): Learners develop practical MIG welding skills, including correct machine setup and settings, suitable wire selection, test welds, techniques for welding different aluminium thicknesses, identifying common MIG defects, troubleshooting welding problems, and adjusting techniques to achieve consistent weld quality.
Practical Aluminium Welding: Learners put their knowledge into practice through supervised hands-on welding exercises using realistic industrial workpieces. Practical training includes different welding positions, joints, and techniques, together with inspecting completed welds, identifying defects, and improving overall weld quality.
Develop Practical Welding Skills: Our Aluminium Welding Training combines classroom learning with hands-on workshop experience to help learners develop the technical skills, safety awareness, and practical confidence required to work with aluminium in fabrication, manufacturing, engineering, construction, and industrial environments.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
You can either bring your own PPE for training or purchase it from the college for an additional R1,000.
Required PPE: Overall, Safety Helmet, Gloves, Safety Boots.
Please Note: The PPE shown in the image is for illustration purposes only. Your PPE does not need to look exactly like the example shown. As long as you have the required PPE listed above, you are welcome to bring your own.
Not Familiar with Johannesburg or Gauteng?
No problem! We offer FREE transport from the following pick-up points to our training centre:
📍 MTN Taxi Rank
📍 Johannesburg Park Station
📍 Germiston Taxi Rank
📍 O.R. Tambo International Airport
Aluminium Windows and Doors Welding Training
Our Aluminium Windows and Doors Welding Training course is
designed to provide learners with practical, industry-focused skills for
working with aluminium window and door systems. The course covers the complete
process, from measuring and preparing materials to fabrication, assembly,
installation, repairs, and maintenance.
Introduction to Aluminium Systems: Understanding different types of aluminium windows and doors, common aluminium profiles, glazing beads, accessories, and the key components used in complete aluminium window and door systems.
Tools, Equipment & Measuring: Learning to correctly use tape measures, squares, levels, drills, riveters, saws, and cutters. Training covers accurate measuring and marking techniques for proper fitting, as well as safe handling and operation of tools and equipment.
Cutting & Fabrication: Measuring and cutting aluminium profiles accurately to the required dimensions, using mitre saws and cutting tables, preparing profile ends, and ensuring components are correctly prepared for assembly.
Frame Assembly: Joining and securing frame corners, installing mullions and transoms where required, checking alignment and measurements, and preparing completed frames for glazing and further installation.
Glass & Glazing: Understanding single, double, and safety glazing systems, selecting suitable glazing materials, installing rubber seals and glazing beads, and learning safe techniques for handling, positioning, and fitting glass into aluminium frames.
Hardware Installation: Installing and fitting locks, handles, rollers, hinges, stays, guides, and other essential accessories. Learners also practise adjusting and aligning hardware to ensure windows and doors open, close, slide, and lock smoothly.
On-Site Installation: Preparing openings and surfaces before installation, positioning and securely fixing aluminium frames into walls, ensuring correct alignment and level, applying suitable sealing and waterproofing methods, and carrying out final quality checks and finishing work.
Maintenance & Repairs: Identifying and resolving common problems with aluminium windows and doors, including replacing damaged glass, repairing or replacing rollers and locks, adjusting misaligned windows and doors, and correcting issues that affect smooth and reliable operation.
Employment Opportunities
After successfully completing your Training, you are welcome to submit your CV to cv@ahtrainings.co.za. We are regularly contacted by recruitment agencies and employers seeking qualified and competent candidates, and we may refer suitable candidates when opportunities become available.
Graduates are also encouraged to actively apply for positions through leading online job portals such as Indeed, CareerJunction, LinkedIn, and other recruitment platforms to increase their employment opportunities.
While successful completion of the course enhances your employability, securing employment remains subject to the recruitment process and the requirements of individual employers. Our goal is to help equip you with the skills and qualifications needed to pursue rewarding career opportunities.
Career Opportunities
Completing Aluminium Welding Training can prepare learners for a variety of career opportunities in the welding, fabrication, and manufacturing industries. Graduates may pursue roles such as Aluminium Welder, TIG Welder, MIG Welder, Aluminium Fabricator, Welding Technician, Metal Fabricator, Fabrication Technician, Industrial Welder, Manufacturing Welder, Engineering Workshop Welder, Construction Welder, Marine Welder, and Aluminium Window and Door Fabricator. These skills can be applied across sectors such as aluminium fabrication, manufacturing, construction, engineering, automotive, marine, mining, industrial maintenance, and metal fabrication.
Step 1: Request an Application Form
Contact us via WhatsApp or email, and we will send you the application form together with the school’s banking details.
Step 2: Submit Your Documents
Complete and sign the application form, then return it together with:
– Proof of payment
– A copy of your ID
Step 3: Receive Your Proof of Registration
Once we have received and verified all the required documents, we will issue your official Proof of Registration.
Step 4: Confirm Your Start Date
A consultant will contact you to confirm your preferred training start date.
Step 5: Report to the Training Centre
On your first day, please bring your Proof of Registration and Proof of Payment when reporting to the training centre.
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Whether you need to train a small group or an entire workforce, we deliver the same high standard of practical, industry-focused instruction at your premises. We work with businesses of all sizes and can schedule training at times that suit your operations.
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We welcome students from across South Africa and neighbouring countries who are willing to travel to our training centre. Free accommodation is available for eligible students travelling from locations such as Durban, Pinetown, Richards Bay, Empangeni, Port Shepstone, Ladysmith, Newcastle, Kokstad, Pietermaritzburg, Vryheid, Ulundi, Stanger, Eshowe, Amanzimtoti, Isipingo and Umkomaas in KwaZulu-Natal.
We also welcome learners from other provinces, including the Eastern Cape, Free State, Gauteng, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, Northern Cape, North West and Western Cape, with students travelling from cities such as Mthatha, East London, Gqeberha, Bloemfontein, Pretoria, Johannesburg, Polokwane, Nelspruit, Cape Town and many other areas.
We also welcome students from across the African continent, including Botswana, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Lesotho, Namibia, Eswatini, Zambia, Angola, Tanzania, Ghana, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Gabon, Kenya, Nigeria, Chad, Mali, Sudan, Niger, Burkina Faso, Guinea, Madagascar and Uganda. With free accommodation and employment assistance, we make it easier for students from outside our local area to travel, complete their training, and pursue opportunities in their chosen industry.
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FAQs
What is Aluminium Welding Training?
Aluminium Welding Training teaches learners the practical skills and knowledge required to safely prepare, weld, and finish aluminium using suitable welding processes and techniques.
How long does Aluminium Welding Training take?
Our Aluminium Welding Training Course takes 4 weeks to complete, combining theory training, hands-on practical workshop training, and competency assessment.
How much does Aluminium Welding Training cost?
Our Aluminium Welding Training Course costs R8,500, including theory training, practical workshop training, and competency assessment.
Is Aluminium Welding Training practical?
Yes. Learners receive hands-on workshop training where they practise aluminium preparation, welding equipment setup, filler selection, heat control, different welding techniques, and producing quality welds under professional supervision.
Is Aluminium Welding easy to learn?
Yes. With proper instruction, practical guidance, and consistent practice, learners can develop the skills and confidence required to work with aluminium safely and effectively.
What does an Aluminium Welding Course cover?
The course covers aluminium properties, welding safety, PPE, welding equipment, TIG and MIG aluminium welding, material preparation, filler materials, heat control, welding positions, joint types, weld defects, and practical aluminium welding techniques.
How much does an Aluminium Welder earn in South Africa?
An Aluminium Welder in South Africa can earn around R565,222 annually, which is approximately R47,102 per month before deductions. Actual earnings may vary depending on experience, employer, location, qualifications, and industry.
Where can an Aluminium Welder work?
Aluminium welders can pursue opportunities across sectors such as manufacturing, construction, engineering, automotive, fabrication, marine, mining, industrial maintenance, and metalworking.
What career opportunities are available after Aluminium Welding Training?
Completing Aluminium Welding Training can prepare learners for roles such as Aluminium Welder, TIG Welder, MIG Welder, Welding Technician, Fabrication Welder, Metal Fabricator, Production Welder, Workshop Welder, and Welding Assistant.
