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.
Certificate: Welding Short Course
Unit Standard No: 10810
Unit Standard Credits: 6
NQF Level: 3
Course Duration: 2 weeks
Cost Per Person: R 8500
Upon successful completion of the course, you will be awarded a CERTIFICATE.
We offer free accommodation to our learners, as well as job assistance to help graduates pursue employment opportunities after completing their training.
Our Welding Training Course is designed to equip learners with the knowledge and skills required to safely and effectively perform welding operations in professional workshop, fabrication, construction, and industrial environments. The training covers essential welding principles, welding equipment and setup, welding processes, electrode and consumable selection, material and joint preparation, welding positions, arc control, heat management, weld penetration, welding techniques, weld defects, weld inspection, equipment maintenance, and workplace safety procedures. Learners are guided on how to select suitable welding processes and consumables, prepare materials correctly, and produce quality welds while following manufacturer specifications, recognised welding practices, and workplace safety standards. The course provides valuable skills for individuals seeking opportunities in industries such as construction, manufacturing, fabrication, engineering, mining, automotive, infrastructure development, industrial maintenance, metalworking, and general welding operations.
Theory Training – 20%: Covers general welding fundamentals, welding processes, equipment and machine setup, electrode and consumable selection, current and polarity, material and joint preparation, welding positions, arc control, heat management, weld penetration, welding defects, weld inspection, PPE, and workplace safety.
Practical Training – 80%: Provides hands-on experience in setting up welding equipment, selecting and handling consumables, preparing materials and joints, striking and controlling the arc, adjusting welding parameters, controlling travel speed and electrode angle, producing consistent weld beads, and welding different materials, joint types, and positions.
Competency Assessment: Learners are assessed on their theoretical knowledge, equipment setup, material preparation, welding technique, weld quality, safety awareness, and ability to perform welding operations safely and effectively.
Introduction to Welding: Learn the fundamentals of welding, common welding processes and applications, welding terminology, material types, and factors that influence weld quality.
Welding Safety & PPE: Learn essential safety requirements, including PPE, welding fumes, ventilation, electrical safety, fire prevention, hot work procedures, gas cylinder safety, and safe workshop practices.
Welding Equipment & Setup: Learn about common welding machines, electrode holders, torches, cables, earth clamps, regulators, gas cylinders, and related equipment. Training covers machine setup, current selection, polarity, and safe equipment operation.
Electrodes & Consumables: Learn about different electrodes, filler materials, welding wires, shielding gases, and consumables, including correct selection, handling, storage, and application.
Material & Joint Preparation: Learn how to measure, mark, cut, clean, grind, bevel, align, and prepare materials and joints before welding to achieve proper fit-up and weld penetration.
Welding Techniques: Develop knowledge of arc striking, arc control, electrode or torch angle, travel speed, filler material application, heat control, weld penetration, and bead formation for consistent weld quality.
Welding Processes: Gain an understanding of commonly used welding processes such as MIG, TIG, and Stick (SMAW) welding, including their applications, equipment requirements, and basic operating principles.
Welding Positions & Joint Types: Learn techniques for welding common configurations, including butt joints, lap joints, corner joints, and T-joints, in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
Welding Defects & Quality Inspection: Learn to identify common defects such as porosity, cracking, undercut, lack of fusion, lack of penetration, slag inclusion, excessive spatter, and distortion, including their causes, prevention, and basic visual inspection.
Post-Welding Procedures: Learn appropriate slag removal, weld cleaning, finishing, visual inspection, equipment shutdown, consumable storage, and basic welding equipment maintenance.
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
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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 Welding Training can prepare learners for employment opportunities as a Welder, General Welder, MIG Welder, TIG Welder, Stick Welder, Welding Fabricator, Welding Assistant, Production Welder, Structural Welder, and Maintenance Welder.
Welders can find opportunities in industries such as construction, manufacturing, fabrication, engineering, mining, automotive, infrastructure development, industrial maintenance, structural steelwork, and general metalworking.
On-Site Company Training
We bring the training to you.
Our team is available to travel to companies across South Africa to provide professional on-site training for your employees.
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.
Partner with us to keep your workforce skilled, compliant, and workplace-ready.
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We offer a wide range of practical training courses designed to help learners develop the skills and knowledge needed for careers in transport, construction, mining, engineering, industrial operations, safety, and skilled trades. Explore our courses below and choose the training programme that best matches your career goals.
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FAQs
What is Welding Training?
Welding Training provides learners with the knowledge and skills required to safely and effectively perform welding operations using commonly used welding processes in professional workshop and industrial environments.
How long does Welding Training take?
Our Welding Training Course takes 4 weeks to complete, including theory training, practical training, and competency assessment.
How much does Welding Training cost?
Our Welding Training Course costs R8,500, including theory training, practical training, and competency assessment.
What does Welding Training cover?
The course covers welding processes, equipment setup, electrodes and consumables, material preparation, joint types, welding positions, welding techniques, weld defects, inspection, equipment maintenance, and workplace safety.
Is Welding Training practical?
Yes. Learners receive hands-on training in setting up welding equipment, preparing materials, selecting consumables, controlling the arc, producing weld beads, welding different joints and positions, and identifying common welding defects.
Who should take Welding Training?
The course is suitable for individuals who want to develop welding skills for construction, manufacturing, fabrication, engineering, mining, automotive, infrastructure, industrial maintenance, and general metalworking.
Where can a Welder work?
Welders can pursue opportunities in construction, manufacturing, fabrication, engineering, mining, automotive, infrastructure development, industrial maintenance, structural steelwork, and general metalworking.
What career opportunities are available after Welding Training?
Completing Welding Training can prepare learners for roles such as Welder, General Welder, MIG Welder, TIG Welder, Stick Welder, Welding Fabricator, Welding Assistant, Production Welder, Structural Welder, and Maintenance Welder.
How much do you get paid as a Welder Welding in South Africa?
A Welding Welder in South Africa can earn around R565,222 per year, depending on experience, employer, location, working hours, and additional allowances. This is approximately R47,102 per month before deductions. Actual earnings can vary considerably between employers and roles.
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