Introductory Manual Metal Arc Term 1 (Level 1 Award)

The unit is designed to enable candidates to demonstrate welding skills typically found in industry and associated underpinning knowledge to a level that will enable them to complete welded joints in simple welding positions and prepare them for undertaking qualifications at NVQ level 1 and this award at level 2.

For each qualification candidates will be required to complete the following 5 practical assessments and 1 knowledge assessment:

• Produce beads on plate in the PA flat position
• Produce a lap fillet weld in the PB horizontal/vertical position
• Produce a tee fillet weld in the PA flat position
• Produce a tee fillet weld in the PB horizontal/vertical position
• Produce a corner weld in the PA flat position
• Know the process and Health & Safety requirements for Manual Metal
• Arc (MMA) welding.