About the micro-credential
Welding is essential in nearly every manufacturing industry, with shielding gases, equipment, consumables, and techniques differing across sectors. These variations significantly impact weld quality and efficiency.
This micro-credential helps qualified welders enhance their skills with theoretical and practical knowledge of shielding gases, safe handling and management, and the cost and quality advantages of various current and emerging welding technologies.
What you will learn
By completing this micro-credential, you will:
- understand and demonstrate the appropriate shielding gas combinations for specific welds
- evaluate the cost, time, and resource efficiency of each shielding gas or gas combination
- assess the strengths and weaknesses of different shielding gases and settings
- understand the safety benefits of using certain shielding gases to reduce fumes
- safely handle and store shielding gases.
Enrol in this course
Visit the Western Sydney University website for full pricing details and to enrol in upcoming course dates.
Course partners
- Industry partner: BOC Limited
- Education provider: Western Sydney University