Diploma in Welding Technology
Subjects
- Fundamentals of Welding Technology
- Arc Welding and Gas Welding Techniques
- Structural Fabrication Fundamentals
- Advanced Welding and Fabrication Practices
- Welding Defects, Testing, and Inspection
- Project Work and Industry Applications
Details
Description
Course Name: DIPLOMA IN WELDING TECHNOLOGY
Course Id: DWT
Eligibility: Completion of 10th Grade (high School) or equivalent.
Objective: The Certificate in Advanced Welding and Structural Fabrication is designed to equip learners with specialized knowledge in modern welding processes and structural fabrication methods. The course covers advanced welding techniques (such as MIG, TIG, and Arc welding), blueprint reading, metal cutting, joint design, and fabrication standards.
Duration: ONE YEAR
Syllabus
Fundamentals of Welding Technology: Introduction to welding processes, Classification of welding methods, Welding symbols and codes, Safety practices in welding, Tools and equipment used in welding, Welding positions and techniques, Welding joint types, Heat-affected zones, Basics of metallurgy in welding, Selection of electrodes and filler materials.
Arc Welding and Gas Welding Techniques: Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW/TIG), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW/MIG), Oxy-acetylene welding process, Flame types and applications, Welding current and polarity control, Electrode selection and storage, Arc characteristics and control, Welding defects and remedies, Surface preparation for welding.
Structural Fabrication Fundamentals: Introduction to structural steel fabrication, Fabrication tools and machines, Cutting and bending operations, Layout and marking methods, Fit-up and alignment techniques, Tack welding and assembly, Types of structural members, Bolting and riveting techniques, Fabrication tolerances and allowances, Material handling and safety.
Advanced Welding and Fabrication Practices: Submerged Arc Welding (SAW), Flux-cored arc welding (FCAW), Plasma Arc Cutting (PAC), Robotic and automatic welding, Welding thick sections, Welding dissimilar metals, Pipe welding techniques, Welding inspection and quality control, Hardfacing and cladding, Repair welding techniques.
Welding Defects, Testing, and Inspection: Types of welding defects, Visual inspection techniques, Non-destructive testing (NDT) methods, Radiographic testing (RT), Ultrasonic testing (UT), Magnetic particle testing (MPT), Dye penetrant testing (DPT), Destructive testing methods, Welding quality assurance, Interpreting test results.
Project Work and Industry Applications: Reading and interpreting structural drawings, Welding in construction and fabrication industries, Fabrication of frames, beams, and columns, Workshop-based project assignments, Industry safety standards and compliance, Welding procedure specifications (WPS), Documentation and reporting practices, Teamwork and time management in fabrication, Cost estimation and material management, Final assessment and certification preparation.