Welding Courses
Broaden your work opportunities or take your career in a whole new direction. Develop your general welding skills or specialise in an area such as TIG welding processes.
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MEM40105
If you’re working in metal fabrication (either as a trade apprentice or qualified tradesperson) why not grab a welding specialisation — the Certificate IV in Engineering (Welding) (MEM40105). You’...
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Boilermaker
TIG Welder
Welder
Welding Instructor
Beginner courses
If you're new to welding, these courses are a great place to start.
UEG20118
Traineeship
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Gas Industry Operator
Welder
The UEG20118 Certificate II in Gas Supply Industry Operations is a 6 month course that prepares you for work in Australia’s gas and utilities industry. You’ll learn how to safely carry out job tasks on a typical gas industry job site, then complete a number of electives in workplace safety and technical skills. Choose from: confined spaces, traffic control, fire fighting equipment, manual handing, breathing apparatus, carrying out excavations, taking meter readings, and first aid.
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Average duration: 6 months.
UEG30118
Traineeship
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Gas Industry Operator
Welder
Get an operational role in the Australian gas industry with the UEG30118 Certificate III in Gas Supply Industry Operations. This nationally recognised qualification prepares you for work on a gas industry worksite installing, repairing, and maintaining gas pipelines (and associated equipment). The course covers: carrying out basic work activities, complying with environmental policies and procedures, working to WHS regulations, on-the-job safety and teamwork — as well as gas industry technical skills. There is also scope to obtain a range of state government recognised work permits and licenses. Enquire now for the full list of study units, enrolment dates, elective choices (and their availability)..
Average duration: 12 months.
MEM31922
Online, On Campus, Traineeship
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Blacksmith
Boilermaker
Welder
TIG Welder
Metal Worker
Fabricator
Brake Press Operator
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.
Advanced courses
These courses are best suited for those already in this field who wish to progress their career.
MEM40119
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Welder
TIG Welder
Welding Instructor
Looking for an engineering trade qualification and specialist welding skills? How about the MEM40119 Certificate IV in Engineering (Welding). This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to carry out engineering measurements, computations, and technical drawings, plus gain proficiency in a range of advanced welding techniques. Welding competencies include: flux core arc welding, gas metal arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding, oxy fuel gas welding, carrying out welding/fabrication inspections, applying welding principles, and more. Enquire now for entry requirements, welding career outcomes, and course openings near you..
Average duration: 24 months.
MEM40119
Online, On Campus, Distance, Traineeship
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Machinist
Hydraulic Mechanic
Hydraulic Fitter
Plant Mechanic
Mechanical Fitter
Boilermaker
Welder
TIG Welder
Welding Instructor
Workshop Supervisor
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.
MEM50119
Online, On Campus, Traineeship
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Advanced Engineering Tradesperson
Welder
If you’re a qualified engineer and wanting to expand your skillset and employability why not enrol in the Diploma of Engineering – Advanced Trade (MEM50119). Over 2 years you will be honing your skills in technical drawing, graphical techniques, interpreting technical specifications and manuals — plus using the latest computing technologies. Graduates of this nationally recognised training course will be eligible for employment as an Advanced Engineering Tradesperson – Level II.
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Average duration: 24 months.
Job outcomes
Here are some potential job outcomes within welding. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Government funding
The Australian government provides funding for students completing a qualification in high demand industries. To receive government funding, you need to find a subsidised course by an approved provider and make sure you meet the eligibility requirements.
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