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Diploma in Advance Welding & Joining Technologies

Diploma in Advance Welding & Joining Technologies

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Course Overview

HiQual UK delivers the Diploma in Advanced Welding & Joining Technologies, designed for technicians, inspectors, and engineers seeking advanced competence in welding processes, metallurgy, inspection, and fabrication. The program emphasizes multi‑process welding, advanced joining methods, blueprint interpretation, and compliance with international standards. Participants will gain the competence to perform complex welding operations, supervise fabrication projects, and prepare audit‑ready documentation.

Qualification Details

Qualification Title Diploma in Advance Welding & Joining Technologies
Total Credits 50
Guided Learning Hours 150
Qualification Time 500
  1. Advanced Welding & Joining Processes Overview of cutting‑edge welding and joining technologies, including hybrid methods.

  2. Welding Safety Procedures and Practices Advanced hazard control, PPE, fire prevention, and OSHA compliance.

  3. Welding Metallurgy and Material Properties Heat treatment, alloy behavior, microstructure analysis, and material compatibility.

  4. Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) – Advanced Applications Specialized electrodes, vertical and overhead welding techniques.

  5. Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) – Advanced Applications Pulse MIG, spray transfer, and automation in GMAW.

  6. Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) – Advanced Applications TIG welding for exotic alloys, precision welding, and aerospace applications.

  7. Flux‑Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) – Advanced Applications High‑productivity FCAW, wire feed optimization, and industrial case studies.

  8. Welding Inspection and Quality Control Non‑destructive testing (NDT), ultrasonic testing, radiography, and defect analysis.

  9. Welding Symbols, Blueprint Reading & Fabrication Planning Advanced interpretation of welding symbols, fabrication drawings, and project planning.

  10. Welding Equipment Maintenance, Troubleshooting & Automation Preventive maintenance, robotic welding systems, and troubleshooting protocols.

  • Builds competence in advanced welding and joining technologies

  • Enhances compliance with AWS, ISO, OSHA, ASME, and BS EN standards

  • Strengthens skills in inspection, blueprint reading, and fabrication planning

  • Provides tools for audit‑ready documentation and continual improvement

  • Offers recognized certification to support careers in welding supervision, fabrication inspection, and industrial consultancy

  • Welding technicians and supervisors

  • QA/QC inspectors in oil & gas, construction, and manufacturing

  • Fabrication engineers and safety officers

  • Individuals progressing from WELT‑313 (Welding & Joining Technician) or equivalent qualifications

  • Assessment Type: Written exam + advanced welding project + viva

  • Format: MCQs, applied case studies, hands‑on welding project, and oral defense

  • Total Questions: 100 theory + 1 practical project + 1 viva

  • Passing Score: 70%

  • Duration: 6–9 months (400–500 hours total)

  • Certification: Diploma in Advanced Welding & Joining Technologies (AWEL)

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