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    Course code: 800-000690

    TAFE Statement in Pressure Welding to AS1796

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    TAFE Statement in Pressure Welding to AS1796

    OverviewAbout this course

    This course is for existing tradespeople requiring the knowledge and skills to seek certification to welding standard AS1796 Pressure Welding. You will acquire the practical skills and techniques associated with the welding process to join ferrous plate and pipe in all weld positions, to meet the standards defined by AS1796.

    OutcomesWhat you'll gain

    Learning outcomes

    During this course you'll learn to:

    • Determine job requirements and prepare weld joints to the AS1796 standard

    • Perform flux core, gas tungsten, gas metal, and metal arc welds to the AS1796 standard

    • Perform pipe welds to the AS1796 standard

    • Minimise weld defects and comply to industry standard safety protocols

    • Apply complex distortion control measures

    • Perform nick breaks and nick bends

    Course outcomes

    You'll leave this course with:

    • The ability to meet the welding standards defined by AS1796 :2022

    • A transcript from TAFE NSW and a digital certification card from Weld Australia upon successful completion of both practical and theory components

    • Enthusiasm to take new welding skills, techniques and knowledge onto the job site

    • A potential pathway to further study in the fabrication industry

    SuitabilityIs this course right for you?

    Entry requirements

    Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol

    • A minimum of one year's experience subsequent to the successful completion of an apprenticeship, as evidenced by a letter from your employer. Or, two or more years' work experience, with at least one training program which includes 300 hours of training, as evidenced by your employer.

    Entry recommendations

    To be prepared for this course, we recommend you have:

    • Drive to expand your welding skills and knowledge to meet the standards defined by AS1796 and to further your career

    • Existing high level welding abilities

    • Personal protective equipment including one-piece cotton drill overalls or cotton drill trousers, a long sleeve shirt, steel capped boots, helmet and safety glasses

    We tailor our courses to meet local community needs, so some campuses may have extra entry requirements. Check your preferred location for details. Need help preparing? Contact us for support.

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    Study options

    Pursue an interest or upskill in your chosen field with another course.

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    Your experience counts

    At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous work experience and study history. You may be able to use recognition of prior learning when applying for a course in the future. If you're successful, you'll get your qualification faster.

    UnitsUnits taught in this course

    Courses can be made up of a combination of core and specialty units.

    Core units consist of the knowledge you'll need to build key skills for success in your field, industry or hobby.

    • Perform pipe welds to code standards using manual metal arc welding process800000690D

    • Perform welds to code standards using gas metal arc welding process800000690B

    • Perform welds to code standards using flux core welding process800000690A

    • Perform welds to code using manual metal arc welding process800000690E

    TAFE NSW ServicesFacilities and support

    TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.

    • TAFE NSW Disability Support Service

    • TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support

    • TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)

    • TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service

    • TAFE NSW Libraries

    • Scholarship programs - be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential

    • Read&Write literacy and study support software is available free for all TAFE NSW students to use while studying on campus and at home

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