Program Overview

VTP512 Welding

Overview

The VTP512 Welding course is designed for individuals who have not used a welder before. It covers various topics, including personal and work-related safety, basic understanding of the manual metal welding process, setting up the welding machine, preparation of the steel to be welded, learning to weld at various angles and positions, and identifying various weld faults and their cause.

Key Details

• Duration: This program is delivered over a period of 5 days. The length of time to complete this qualification will depend on the location, study mode, and/or units selected and will vary depending upon how long a student takes to reach the required competency level.
• Intake: Not specified.
• Locations: Katherine, Remote.
• Entry Requirements: View full entry requirements.
• Fees: View more fees information.
• Course Code: VTP512.

Course Structure

To achieve the vocational training program VTP512 Welding, a total of three (3) units of competency must be completed as listed below.

• Code | Module/Unit of Competency | Hours
  • AHCINF208 | Fabricate and repair metal or plastic structures | 60
  • RIISAM203E | Use hand and power tools | 80
  • TLID0020 | Shift materials safely using manual handling methods | 20
• Total Nominal Hours for the training program: 160.

Admission Criteria

A Language, Literacy, Numeracy, and Digital Literacy (LLND) evaluation helps identify any areas where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals. An LLND assessment will be conducted prior to, or soon after, enrolment to determine whether students have any LLND support requirements which must be addressed. There are no additional entry requirements.

Required Resources

Students are issued with learning resources for this course and are closely supervised during practical activities. Other resources include:

• Provision of adequate drinking water and regular reminders to rehydrate.
• PPE including welding helmet, welding gloves, apron, safety glasses, and hearing protection.
• Students are requested to wear steel-capped boots, thick long-sleeved shirts, and thick long trousers.

Accreditation

This is a non-award training program, and a Statement of Attainment will be issued for nationally recognised units of competency successfully completed.

Location and Study Mode

• Locations: Katherine, Remote.
• Study Mode: Face-to-face. Information relating to study modes can be found in the 2026 TAFE Student Guide.
• Subject to demand, other locations and modes may become available throughout the year.

Additional Information

• Sector: TAFE.
• Industry Groups: PRIMARY INDUSTRY.
• Occupation Types: Broadacre Crop and Livestock Farm Worker.
• Area of Study: Metal Trades.

Fees

• 2026 Fees:
  • Fee Type | 2026 Course Fees
    • NT Government supported* | $xxx.00 - $xxx.00 or Not available for this course.
    • Full Fee | $xxx.00 - $xxx.00.
• Fees shown are indicative and subject to change annually. Actual course fees may vary depending on the units chosen. International non-student visa-holders; study eligibility needs to be verified before enrolment. Fees may vary depending on the visa type.

Fee Exemptions

Exemptions apply to TAFE tuition fees for NTG supported courses only. At the time of enrolment, students in these categories will be exempt from paying tuition fees:

• Recipient of a Centrelink payment.
• Recipient of Department of Veterans Affairs benefits.
• Enrolled Secondary Students.
• Permanent residents with refugee or humanitarian status. Certified copy of the evidence must be provided at the time of enrolment.