Mig Welding Training for Panel Beaters

This course is designed for automotive panel beaters looking to expand on or develop advanced gas metal arc welding skills. Students will gain hands-on experience with a variety of welding processes used in modern shops, with an emphasis on quality, precision, and safety.

COURSE DETAILS

This course covers the skills required to weld various depths of automotive steel and metal, ranging from 0.8mm to 1.2mm.

By taking this course, panel beaters will:

• Develop and enhance their skills in advanced gas metal arc welding
• Get hands-on welding experience focused on developing technical skills
• Set up and make adjustments to welding equipment
• Select and use the most appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Be able to identify and rectify weld defects

COURSE OUTLINE

• Identify and select appropriate welding techniques based on the material type and repair requirements.
• Safely set up and operate welding equipment, including adjusting settings for varied materials and thicknesses.
• Perform high-quality welds on a range of metals.
• Prepare surfaces and components correctly for welding, including cleaning, clamping, and aligning metals.
• Conduct post-weld inspections to identify and correct weld defects such as porosity, cracking, and lack of fusion.
• Understand and follow manufacturer specifications and industry repair standards for non-structural repairs.
• Recognise the impact of heat on materials, including warping and metallurgical changes, and adjust techniques accordingly.

PREREQUISITES

Participants should be working in the automotive industry as a panel beater or have appropriate experience.

DELIVERY MODE

The five-day course is delivered at the MTA Training and Employment’s Royal Park Training Centre.

Course times: 8:30 am to 4:00 pm each day.

COURSE OUTCOME

On successful completion, a statement of attainment will be issued for:

• AURVTW103 Carry out advanced gas metal arc welding on vehicle body sections

COURSE FEES

Funded participants will be charged $1,500 on enrolment and will need to pay the remaining fees on Day 1 of the course.

Day 1 Remaining Course Fees:

Non MTA Member: $600

ENROLMENT REQUIREMENTS

Please note the following requirements apply for enrolment:

• Please ensure you have a valid ID, your USI number, and your qualification documents ready, as these are required to complete your registration.
• Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) & Digital Literacy Requirements
• If you hold a Certificate II qualification or above, you are not required to complete an online LLN assessment.
• Evidence of a Certificate II qualification or above must be uploaded at the time of enrolment. If you do not hold a Certificate II qualification or above, you are required to complete an online LLN assessment prior to commencing training.
• Digital Literacy testing is mandatory for all students, regardless of prior qualifications, and must be completed prior to commencing training.
• Important: All qualifications must be obtained within Australia to meet eligibility requirements.

Training delivered by MTA Training and Employment RTO Provider Number: 2293