Course Aims
This introduction to fabrication course will equip attendees with basic fabrication skills such as marking off, mechanical cutting, thermal cutting, forming and assembly skills.
It is a mixture of practical training which will provide fundamental knowledge and skills whilst allowing the learner to produce a fabricated component which they can take home at the conclusion of the course.
Benefits of Attending
On completion of the course, candidates will be able to perform basic fabrication and welding tasks, manage equipment to a competent standard and have a general understanding of health & safety procedures.
This course can be an introduction to fabrication and welding whilst also allowing others to build on previous knowledge and advance their skillset.
The learners will use stainless steel materials to build the firepit which will make it corrosion resistant to all weather types whilst providing advanced fabrication knowledge and skills as part of the training schedule.
Learners own designs can be considered within the same plate / size allocation given there’s no additional material / time requirements.
Outline of Programme
- Safely and Correctly use Fabrication Machines such as Guillotine, Brake Press, Powered Rolls, Plasma Cutting Equipment & MAG Welding Equipment
- Identify and Assemble the Necessary Components Required to Complete a Fabrication Assembly
- Safe Set Up of Equipment and Preparing to Weld.
- Correctly Choose Welding Processes and Materials for Different Applications.
- Weld Fillet Joints in a Variety of Positions.
- Inspect and Measure Completed Assemblies as per the Required Specifications.
Entry Requirements
No formal qualifications are required, however you should be practically minded. Applicants must provide their own proban coated overalls and steel toe capped boots.
Exam
No formal exam. Candidates will be presented with a college certificate of attendance on completion.
Course Duration
3 days. 9am to 4pm.
Minimum Numbers to Run
Minimum of 7 to a maximum of 8 candidates.
If this number isn’t reached then you will be contacted to offer you the next available date
Price
£450
Campus
Clydebank
Date
17th - 19th August 2026
Individual and group pricing are available - just ask!
If you would like any further information please email CommercialAdmin@wcs.ac.uk
