Welding (Arc & MIG)

Engineering, Trades & Technology · Beginner to Intermediate · Self-paced

Learn the fundamentals of welding — safety, equipment, arc and MIG techniques, and weld quality — a scarce-skill artisan trade in South Africa with a Red Seal pathway.

What you'll learn

• Work safely with welding equipment
• Set up and use arc and MIG welders
• Prepare joints and produce sound welds
• Identify and avoid common weld defects
• Understand the welding trade and career path

Course modules

• Module 1: Introduction to Welding
• Module 2: Welding Safety
• Module 3: Welding Equipment & Setup
• Module 4: Arc Welding (Stick / MMA)
• Module 5: MIG / MAG Welding
• Module 6: Reading Joints & Weld Symbols
• Module 7: Preparing & Tacking Materials
• Module 8: Welding Techniques & Positions
• Module 9: Inspecting Welds & Defects
• Module 10: Welding as a Trade & Red Seal
• Module 11: Core Concepts in Depth
• Module 12: Common Mistakes & How to Avoid Them
• Module 13: Tools, Resources & Templates
• Module 14: Standards, Quality & Best Practice
• Module 15: Health, Safety & Ethics
• Module 16: Case Study: A South African Example
• Module 17: Communication & Working with Others
• Module 18: Staying Current & Continuing to Learn
• Module 19: Capstone Project
• Module 20: Review, Assessment & Next Steps

Unlock this course for R19 on any phone. A certificate is optional (from R39).