Pre-apprenticeship Fabrication & Welding SVQ2

What is special about this course?

This course is designed for learners who are keen to start a career in Fabrication and Welding. By enrolling, you'll work towards gaining both a Performing Engineering Operations (PEO) qualification and a National Certificate (NC) in Fabrication and Welding at SCQF Level 5. You'll benefit from hands-on, practical experience that will prepare you for a thriving industry currently experiencing rapid growth.

Throughout the course, you'll build a strong foundation of knowledge and skills that are highly valued by employers, giving you an excellent opportunity to progress into an apprenticeship. You'll learn a wide range of welding and fabrication techniques, gain experience using essential tools, and develop the ability to work safely and efficiently within the sector.

Dual Qualification: Gain both a Performing Engineering Operations (PEO) and a National Certificate (NC) in Fabrication and Welding at SCQF Level 5.

Hands-On Experience: Develop practical skills through real-world welding and fabrication tasks using industry-standard tools and equipment.

Career-Ready Training: Build a strong foundation of knowledge and experience that employers actively seek—boosting your chances of securing an apprenticeship.

Industry-Relevant Skills: Learn a wide range of welding techniques and fabrication methods tailored to current industry needs.

Entry requirements

National 4 in Maths, and ideally a National 4 in English and an Engineering subject.

Core Skills Modules

  • Communication (Intermediate 2) 
  • Problem Solving 
  • Working with Others 
  • Numeracy (Intermediate 2) 
  • Mathematics: Craft 1 

Engineering Fundamentals

  • Engineering: Using Information Technology 
  • Engineering Project 
  • Health and Safety: Engineering 

Fabrication & Welding Techniques

  • Fabrication Processes 
  • Fabrication Skills 
  • Welding Processes 
  • Thermal Cutting Skills 

Welding Skills Modules

  • Manual Metal Arc (MMA) Welding Skills 
  • Metal Inert Gas (MIG) / Metal Active Gas (MAG) Welding Skills 
  • MIG Welding Preparation Skills (T) 
  • MMA Welding Preparation Skills (T) 

PEO (Performing Engineering Operations) Units

  • Complying with Statutory Regulations and Organisational Safety Requirements 
  • Using and Interpreting Engineering Data and Documentation 
  • Working Efficiently and Effectively in Engineering 
  • Producing Platework Components and Assemblies 
  • Cutting and Shaping Materials Using Thermal Cutting Equipment 
  • Preparing and Using Manual Metal Arc Welding Equipment 
  • Preparing and Using Manual TIG or Plasma Arc Welding Equipment 
  • Preparing and Using MIG/MAG and Other Continuous Wire Welding Equipment

How will I study my course?

  • Full Time

You will learn in a face-to-face environment, taking part in a mixture of practical tasks and theory lessons, while being required, at times, to complete portfolio work outside of normal college hours.

How long will my course last?

1 Year

Where can I study my course?

    • Beechwood Campus

Start date

8 September 2025

Fees

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What can I do on completion of my course?

Once you have successfully completed this course, you might like to consider careers in:

  • Fabrication and Welding industry 
  • Mechanical Engineering 

You may wish to progress from Pre-apprenticeship Fabrication & Welding to the following courses:

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