Course Details

This course is appropriate for a wide range of professionals but not limited to:

• Welding and Fabrication Technicians
• Mechanical and Maintenance Engineers
• Quality Control and Inspection Personnel
• Project, Construction, and Plant Engineers
• Supervisors and Technicians Working with Welding and Cutting Equipment
• Anyone involved in joining, fabrication, or maintenance operations

• Expert-led sessions with dynamic visual aids
• Comprehensive course manual to support practical application and reinforcement
• Interactive discussions addressing participants’ real-world projects and challenges
• Insightful case studies and proven best practices to enhance learning

By the end of this course, participants should be able to:

• Understand the principles and applications of welding, cutting, and brazing processes
• Select appropriate materials, consumables, and methods for various tasks
• Identify and control welding and cutting hazards in accordance with safety standards
• Interpret welding drawings, symbols, and quality requirements
• Perform inspection and maintenance for welding and cutting equipment
• Apply industry codes and standards (AWS, ASME, API) to ensure compliance

DAY 1

Introduction to Welding, Cutting and Brazing Fundamentals

• Welcome and Introduction
• Pre-Test
• Overview of Joining Processes in Industry
• Comparison of Welding, Cutting, and Brazing Techniques
• Heat and Metallurgical Effects on Materials
• Basic Terminology and Equipment Familiarization
• Applicable Codes and Standards (AWS, ASME, API)
• General Safety Requirements and Hazard Awareness

DAY 2

Welding Processes and Equipment

• Overview of Welding Methods: SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, FCAW, SAW
• Power Sources and Equipment Setup
• Joint Design and Preparation
• Selection of Electrodes, Filler Metals, and Shielding Gases
• Welding Variables and Process Control
• Heat-Affected Zone (HAZ) and Metallurgical Considerations
• Practical Case Studies: Common Welding Challenges and Solutions

DAY 3

Cutting Processes and Techniques

• Oxy-Fuel Cutting (OFC): Principles and Equipment
• Plasma Arc Cutting (PAC): Operation and Advantages
• Laser Cutting: Applications and Limitations
• Cutting Defects and Quality Evaluation
• Safety Precautions in Thermal Cutting Operations
• Gas Handling, Pressure Control, and Flame Adjustment
• Maintenance of Cutting Tools and Nozzles

DAY 4

Brazing and Soldering Processes

• Fundamentals of Brazing and Soldering
• Comparison with Welding and Mechanical Joining
• Filler Materials and Flux Selection
• Temperature Control and Joint Integrity
• Surface Preparation and Cleaning Methods
• Inspection and Testing of Brazed Joints
• Applications in Piping, HVAC, and Electrical Systems

DAY 5

Inspection, Maintenance and Course Wrap-up

• Inspection and Testing of Welded, Cut, and Brazed Joints
• Visual and Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Methods
• Preventive Maintenance of Welding and Cutting Equipment
• Hazard Control: Fumes, Gases, Fire, and Burns
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Worksite Safety Protocols
• Post-Test
• Certificate Ceremony