Shielded Metal Arc Welding NC III

Course Code:

Code No.                Units of Competency

                                             BASIC COMPETENCIES

500311109                Lead workplace communication

500311110                Lead small teams

500311111                Develop and practice negotiation skills

500311112                Solve problems related to work activities

500311113                Use mathematical concepts and techniques

500311114                Use relevant technologies

                                             COMMON COMPETENCIES

MEE721201              Apply Safety Practices

MEE721202              Interpret Drawing and Sketches

MEE721203              Perform Industry Calculations

MEE721204              Contribute to Quality Systems

MEE721205              Use Hand Tools

MEE721206              Prepare Weld Materials

MEE721207              Setup Welding Equipment

MEE721208              Fit up Weld Materials

MEE721209              Repair Welds

                                              CORE COMPETENCIES

MEE721313               Weld Alloy Steel Plates Using SMAW

JOB DESCRIPTION

Weld alloy steel plates components as specified by layout, blueprints, diagrams, work order, welding procedure or oral instructions using SMAW welding equipment.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Must have completed training in SMAW NC II or a holder of SMAW NC II; can communicate either oral and written; physically and mentally fit; with good moral character; and can perform basic mathematical computation.

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Upon completion of the course, trainees/students maybe employed as:

  • Plate Welder (SMAW)
  • Pipe Welder (SMAW)
  • Plate Welder (SMAW – Alloy Steel)

EVIDENCES

Upon completion of the Course, the trainee/student must be able to weld alloy steel plates components as specified by layout, blueprints, diagrams, work order, welding procedure or oral instructions using SMAW welding equipment.

NATIONAL ASSESSMENT

To attain the National Qualification SHIELDED METAL WELDING ARC NC III, the candidate must demonstrate competence in all the units of competency. Successful candidates shall be awarded a National Certificate signed by the TESDA Director General.