Plate welder
This will involve fabrication, construction or repair of fabricated plate assemblies, extrusions and structural components (e.g. Channel, H-Beams, I-Beams etc.) often used to fabricate larger components and assemblies.
Plate welders will weld to internationally recognised quality standards using more than one manual arc welding process from Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG), Plasma Arc Welding (PAW), Manual Metal Arc (MMA), Metal Inert Gas (MIG)/Metal Active Gas (MAG) and Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW).
What will I study on this apprenticeship standard?
Units could include:
- Preparing and using semi-automatic MIG, MAG and flux-cored arc welding equipment
- Preparing and using manual TIG or plasma-arc welding equipment
- Preparing and using manual metal arc welding equipment
- Fabrication and welding principles
- Welding principles
- Pattern development.
You and your employer will get the opportunity to select additional units that will help you gain the skills to progress within your organisation.
What jobs will I be trained for once I have finished this apprenticeship?
This apprenticeship will train you for jobs such as class B welder, coded multi-positional plate welder, plate welder, and structural welder.
Advanced apprenticeships entry requirements:
You will need both of the following:
- GCSE English language C or 4 or above
- GCSE Maths C or 4 or above
Applicants are also required to successfully complete a series of assessments at the University of Sheffield’s AMRC Training Centre, as well as an employer recruitment and selection process to secure a place on an apprenticeship programme.
How do I apply?
"I'd say the most important advice is to take your time. It's normal to feel overwhelmed but it's crucial to stay focused on your own journey."
James Coxon - McLaren Automotive