WayWhat › Courses › Welding and fabrication (college course)

Welding and fabrication (college course) College course

After GCSEs. Hands-on metalwork in college workshops, usually Levels 1 to 3.

• Level 2
• 1–3 years
• After GCSEs

Entry requirements

• With GCSEs: No specific subjects required. Helpful: Maths, Design & Technology, Engineering. Typical: Entry varies by level: Level 1 courses usually need no set grades; Level 2 usually GCSE grades 2 or 3; Level 3 usually grade 4 in English and maths.

Careers it leads to

• Welder or fabricator: Joins and shapes metal for structures, pipes, vehicles and machinery.
• Machinist: Makes precision parts using lathes, mills and computer-controlled (CNC) machines.

Where to find it

Local further education colleges. Course names and availability vary by college.

Revision guides

GCSE Maths · GCSE Design & Technology · GCSE Engineering

Affiliate links: as an Amazon Associate, WayWhat earns from qualifying purchases, at no extra cost to you. This helps cover hosting and running costs.