Manual Metal Arc (MMA) - Advanced Plate & Pipe Welding
Quick Programme Summary
| ◊ | Programme Code: | DT041 |
| ◊ | Award: | EN287/ASME IX Coded Welder Certificate |
| ◊ | Duration: | 60 hours |
| ◊ | Timetable: | Monday Evenings: 6pm to 9pm |
| ◊ | Fees (2009/10): | 660 Euro + 135 Euro capitation fee |
| ◊ | Fees (2012/13): | To be announced late August |
| ◊ | Post your application form to ... | Department of Metal Fabrication & Welding, DIT Linenhall, Yarnhall Street, Dublin 1 |
| ◊ | Application Closing Date: | various |
| ◊ | Commencement Date: | various |
| ◊ | College: | Engineering & The Built Environment |
| ◊ | Department: | Metal Fabrication & Welding |
| ◊ | Location: | DIT Linenhall |
| ◊ | Any Queries? |
T: (01) 402 4020 or E: ger.reilly@dit.ie (Head of Department) |
Description
To enable students to achieve EN287 or ASME IX standard on manual metal arc welding of thick plate and thick walled pipe.
Content
Introduction, safety with regard to dress/behaviour in the workshop and on site, welding joints and positions, welding terminology, welding equipment and accessories, practical welding of thick plate/pipe. Joint preparation and plate setup for welding. Welding of thick walled pipe, edge preparation, pipe setup for welding. Visual and destructive testing relevant to the standards required.
How to apply
Complete parttime application form and return with relevant fee to the School Administrator Ms Miriam Daly or Assistant Administrator Ms Maeve Coyne at the Department of Metal Fabrication and Welding, DIT Linenhall, Yarnhall Street, Dublin 1
Entry Requirements
Completion of DT039 or a proven high standard of welding experience and capability in MIG or TIG. Applicants who have completed trade examinations in Metal Fabrication, Sheet Metalwork or Welding will also qualify. Allied trades may also qualify.
Examinations / Assessments
EN287 / ASME IX Coded Welder Certificate conducted and supervised by an external awarding body on the last night of the programme.
Progression
Participants may wish to complete certification training for a different process or test position on DT040 MIG / TIG welding.
Learning outcome
Students will be able to carry our basic welding processes on low carbon steel thick plate and thick walled pipe.
Career Opportunities
Welding career in heavy fabrication, pipe fabrication, structural steel working and allied industries. Successful completion of EN287/ASMEIX Coded Welder Certificate enables the certificate holder to work unsupervised on site.
