Engineering - Level 2 Welding Skills (3268)

Heart of Yorkshire Education Group

Margaret Street, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 2DH

Other Regulated/Accredited Qualification

Level 2

Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies

Available start dates

Tuesday, 08 December 2026

December 8th 2025, March 23rd 2026 You will attend college on a Monday evening 6.00 - 9.00pm and Tuesday evening 6.00 - 9.00pm.

Castleford College

13 Week(s)

Part time

Evening

£815 (TIG £900) Related additional costs may include materials, equipment, visits, residentials etc which are payable by all students.

Course Summary

This is a practical, highly flexible course specifically designed to meet the needs of learners wishing to acquire welding skills at an intermediate level.

Course Details

You will study the theory and practice of welding in one of the following:-

• Metal Inert Gas Welding (MIG)

• Tungsten Inert Gas Welding (TIG)

• Manual Metal Arc Welding (ARC)

How will it be delivered and assessed?

Mondays and Tuesdays 6pm – 9pm

You will complete five practical welding test pieces.

There is also an oral assessment requiring you to answer questions on welding processes and health and safety.

Entry requirements

Successful completion of City & Guilds 3268 Level 1 or relevant previous experience.

Your next steps...

Further Study: City & Guilds 3268 Level 3 Award in Advanced Welding Skills or (employment permitting) NVQ Level 2.

Career Opportunities: This qualification could be a useful first step towards various careers within the fabrication and welding industry.

Additional information

https://www.heartofyorkshire.ac.uk/course-search/castleford-college/engineering/level-2-welding-skills

To book please visit: https://www.heartofyorkshire.ac.uk/students/information-for-prospective-students/how-to-apply

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