Introductory Welding Skills Level 1 (TIG)
at Cornwall College, St. Austell · college
Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessOutstanding2025see the detail
What the college says
This course is ideal if you want a hands-on introduction to TIG welding with clear practical goals. You will learn safe practice equipment setup consumables and parameter setting then complete weld tests and visually assess them against a weld procedure specification.
What you need to get on
The provider has not listed entry requirements. Ask them directly, and ask what happens if your grades come out lower than expected.
How you are assessed
Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.
What this level means
A first step that builds towards Level 2.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
Cornwall College St Austell
Tregonissey Road, PL25 4DJ
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Start dates
- 13 October 2026
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