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There are 4 courses available within the Hobart area for people who want to become a tig welder.
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The Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (MEM31922) is the qualification for trade apprentices working under qualified boilermakers or welders. Completed over 12 months, this nationally recognised training course teaches professional level mechanical cutting, metal fabrication, and a wide range of welding processes. Students gain proficiency using hand tools, industrial machinery, taking measurements and performing calculations. Graduate ready to become a licensed tradesperson. Enquire now for more information about enrolling an apprentice or trainee in the course and the opportunity for government subsidised training..
Average duration: 12 months.
The Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade (MEM30219) is for trade apprentices (fitters and turners, toolmakers, metal machinists) or anyone needing an entry point into mechanical engineering. It’s a nationally recognised qualification that will teach you how to work in a manufacturing or engineering environment — performing complex measurements and working to quality standards. Enquire now for information about career outcomes and opportunities for enrolment..
Become a trade qualified engineer with the MEM40119 Certificate IV in Engineering. This nationally recognised training course begins with basic engineering trade skills: reading technical drawings, taking engineering measurements, performing computations, working safely in engineering, planning and completing work tasks, using hand tools and computing technologies. You’ll then begin ferrous (and non-ferrous) melting and casting operations, testing foundry related materials, advanced welding to code standards, and other technical skills. Enquire now for the full list of graduation competencies, entry requirements, and upcoming enrolment dates..
Average duration: 24 months.
The MEM31922 Certificate III in Engineering Fabrication Trade (Boilermaking/Welding) trains you to fabricate, alter, and repair metal products and structures. This flexible, self-paced course combines hands-on learning with relevant theory, suitable for school-based, part-time, full-time, and mature-aged apprentices. You will develop skills in metal fabrication, structural steel erection, sheet metal work, welding, blacksmithing, and surface finishing, meeting industry standards for an Engineering Tradesperson - Fabrication. Enquire now for the full list of elective choices, entry requirements, and available enrolment dates..
Average duration: 4 years.
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To become a tig welder in Hobart, you may want to consider completing the Certificate IV in Engineering. This qualification will equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in this industry.
You can train to become a tig welder by completing a qualification with TAFE Queensland (established in 1998) or North Regional TAFE (established in 1996). Find a course provider near you. Once you make an enquiry, a course advisor will get in touch to discuss your study options and course fees.
You can study a tig welder course in Hobart through online learning, which is a popular method of training as you can learn from the comfort of your own home and complete the course at your own pace. Find a course provider that best suits your needs.
Here are some potential career pathways within metalworking and welding. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Metalworking
Apprentice Engineer
$960 weekly pay
Engineering Tradesperson
Blacksmith
$1,250 weekly pay
Boilermaker
Fabricator
Metal Worker
$1,150 weekly pay
Sheet Metal Worker
$1,400 weekly pay
TIG Welder
$1,350 weekly pay
Welder
Welding Instructor
$1,450 weekly pay
Welding
Brake Press Operator