Short Course
Introduction to TIG Welding
During this training course, you will learn how to work safely, how to understand the principles of a TIG welder and how to weld different positions. You will also discover how to weld different materials.
About the course
Learn how to work safely, understand the principles of a TIG welder and how to weld different positions. You will also discover how to weld different materials.
About TIG WELDING
- Highly-skilled welding process
- Can weld stainless steel, aluminium, mild steel to high standards
- Best suited to fine work (e.g. handrails where precision and attention to detail are important)
- Highly-paid job if you become competent.
Please note: Due to health and safety requirements in this course, students must have a reasonable level of English language skills. This course is run subject to sufficient numbers.
Course dates
The date for this course is yet to be advised for 2023.
This course is offered over five weeks on Mondays and Wednesday evenings (6.00pm-8.00pm).
Course fees
$612
This course is unfortunately not eligible for Fees Free or Studylink funding.
Directions
Classes are held in A block, Forth Street. Click here for a map.
Materials
All materials for the course are provided. All you need to bring is overalls, safety glasses and steel cap boots.
For more information
Please email EngTrades@op.ac.nz or phone 0800 762 786 for more information.
Disclaimer
While every effort is made to ensure that this sheet is accurate, Otago Polytechnic reserves the right to amend, alter or withdraw any of the contained information. The fees shown in this document are indicative only. Both domestic and international fees are subject to change and are dependent on the development and implementation of Government policies. Please note that additional fees may from time to time be required for external examination, NZQA fees and/or additional material fees.
