Stick - MMAW Certification (Plate). Ticket 1, 1E, 3, 3E - Weld Australia Certification (AS1796)

Program Overview

Stick - MMAW Certification (Plate). Ticket 1, 1E, 3, 3E - Weld Australia Certification (AS1796)

Course Overview

This non-accredited short course is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge required to gain Weld Australia AS1796 Certification of Welders - Ticket 1, 1E, 3, 3E. The course focuses on manual metal-arc welding process (plate and pipe) and requires students to complete a practical examination.

Course Outcome

Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a Statement of Participation.

Ways to Study

• On campus

Study Locations

• Greater Brisbane
• Darling Downs and South West
• North Queensland

Course Details

Class Format

• Teacher-led, Scheduled
• No virtual classes
• On-campus assessment
• No vocational placement required

Entry Requirements

• Selection criteria:
  • One year's welding experience, subsequent to or during an apprenticeship to an acceptable trade, including 40 hours' training in the use of manual metal-arc welding of plate.
  • Two years' welding experience and documentary evidence of the successful completion of one or more welding programs, which includes at least 300 hours' training, in the theory and practice of welding including the welding of plate using the manual metal-arc welding process.
  • Three years' welding experience and, during or subsequent to this period, 40 hours' training in the welding of plate using the manual metal-arc welding process.

Resources Required

• Workwear and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required may include:
  • Protective clothing - long cotton drill trousers, and long-sleeved cotton drill shirt
  • Eye protection – safety glasses must comply with AS1338
  • Hearing protection - must comply with AS1270 (may be supplied)
  • Protective footwear - safety toe, leather upper, non-slip soles must comply with AS2210
  • Hair protection - peak cap with a snood capable of fully containing hair
  • Welding helmet - it is preferred that you provide your own for hygiene reasons and it must comply with AS1338-1
  • Long welding gloves

Important Information

• To obtain the Certification of Welders AS1796 with Weld Australia, you are required to complete theory and practical requirements as outlined by AS1796 Certification of Welders.
• Your teacher will assist you in the submission of evidence with Weld Australia. The cost of the course covers the examination by TAFE Queensland, however you will incur an additional fee with Weld Australia at the time of your application.
• TAFE Queensland provides training in the area of welding theory if you are seeking to complete the theory assessment through Weld Australia, see Welding Certification Theory.
• You can concurrently complete the practical and theory requirements however, you must apply for certification within two (2) years of having completing both theory and practical assessments.

How to Apply

• Direct application: If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online.

Course Disclaimer

• All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees, available subsidies, and course content is subject to change without notice.
• Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers.
• Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.