Gas Welding is a widely used welding process that utilizes heat from the combustion of fuel gas and oxygen to melt and join metal components together. This method is commonly used in industries such as construction, fabrication, and automotive repair.
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TESDA offers two levels of Gas Welding courses – Gas Welding NC I and Gas Welding NC II. These courses provide individuals with the necessary knowledge, skills, and competencies to perform gas welding on different types of steel components.
Benefits
Here are some of the benefits of taking Welding NC I and NC II courses by TESDA:
- Gain in-demand skills: With the rise of construction and manufacturing industries, gas welding skills are highly sought after. By completing these courses, you will have an advantage in the job market.
- Learn from experts: TESDA instructors are experienced and certified welders themselves. They will guide you through hands-on training and impart valuable knowledge and techniques.
- Diverse career options: Gas welding skills can be applied in various industries such as construction, automotive, shipbuilding, oil and gas, and more. Completing these courses will open up different career opportunities for you.
- Boost your earning potential: With the demand for gas welders, individuals with gas welding skills can earn a good salary, especially with further experience and certifications.
- Improve safety knowledge: Gas welding involves working with flammable gases and high temperatures. By completing these courses, you will learn proper safety procedures and precautions to ensure your own safety and the safety of others in the workplace.\
Gas Welding NC I
The Gas Welding NC I course equips individuals to perform gas welding on carbon steel plate and tube components, following layouts, blueprints, and welding procedures. It aligns with ASME IX Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code and ISO 9606-1 standards for welder qualification.
Units of Competency
The Units of Competency comprising this qualification include the following:
BASIC COMPETENCIES
- Receive and Respond to Workplace Communication
- Work with Others
- Demonstrate Work Values
- Practice Basic Housekeeping Procedures
COMMON COMPETENCIES
- Apply Safety Practices
- Interpret Drawings and Sketches
- Perform Industry Calculations
- Contribute to Quality System
- Use Hand Tools
- Prepare Weld Materials
- Setup Welding Equipment
- Fit up Weld Materials
- Repair Welds
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Perform Gas Welding in Carbon Steel Plates and Tubes
Career Opportunity
A person with this Qualification is competent to be:
- Gas (Oxy-Acetylene) Welder
Training Duration
- Basic: 28 hours
- Common: 56 hours
- Core: 72 hours
Total: 156 hours
Qualifications
To enroll in this course, prospective trainees or students are required to meet the following qualifications:
- Proficient in both oral and written communication
- Physically and mentally fit
- Capable of performing fundamental mathematical computations
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Gas Welding NC II
The Gas Welding NC II course trains individuals to perform gas welding on alloy steel plates and tubes using various guidelines and equipment. It aligns with AWS D 1.1, ASME IX, API 1104, and ISO 9606-1 standards.
Units of Competency
The Units of Competency comprising this qualification include the following:
TOOL COMPETENCIES
- Participate in Workplace Communication
- Work in Team Environment
- Practice career professionalism
- Practice occupational health and safety procedures
COMMON COMPETENCIES
- Apply Safety Practices
- Interpret Drawings and Sketches
- Perform Industry Calculations
- Contribute to Quality System
- Use Hand Tools
- Prepare Weld Materials
- Setup Welding Equipment
- Fit up Weld Materials
- Repair Welds
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Perform Gas Welding in Alloy Steel Plates and Tubes
Career Opportunity
A person with this Qualification is competent to be:
- Gas Welder (Oxy-Acetylene)
Training Duration
- 18 hours (Basic Competencies)
- 56 hours (Common Competencies)
- 238 hours (Core Competencies)
Total: 312 hours
Qualifications
To enroll in this course, prospective trainees or students are required to meet the following qualifications:
- Completed training in GAS NC I or hold a GAS NC I certification
- Ability to communicate both orally and in writing
- Physically and mentally fit
- Capable of performing basic mathematical computations
Sample of Certificate of Completion
Requirements
To enroll in the course, you will need the following documents:
- PSA Birth Certificate
- High School or College Diploma
- Certified True Copy of Official Transcript of Records or Form 137
- Certificate of Good Moral Character or GMRC
- 1 x 1 and/or 2 x 2 pictures
To obtain further details, please reach out to the enrollment site that aligns with your requirements. Kindly note that the criteria may vary.
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Summary
The Gas Welding NC I and NC II courses by TESDA offer individuals the opportunity to gain in-demand skills, learn from experienced instructors, and access diverse career options. These courses also provide hands-on training with safety protocols to ensure workplace safety. With affordable fees and a relatively short training duration, these courses are suitable for those who want to pursue a career in gas welding or boost their existing welding skills.
Contact Information
Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA)
Office Address: BLDG 8, TESDA Gate 2, TESDA Complex, East Service Rd., South Superhighway, Taguig, Metro Manila.
Email Address: contactcenter@tesda.gov.ph
Telephone Number: 8887-7777
SMS Hotline: 0917-479-4370 (text only)
Website: https://www.tesda.gov.ph/
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