L3 Pipe Welding Apprenticeship (Ambergate)
Weld tubes and pipes to a high standard, using a minimum of two manual arc welding processes
Identification and the causes of typical welding defects and how their occurrence can be reduced
Welding quality documentation, organisational reporting systems, procedures and their role within the overall quality process
Health and Safety in the engineering sector
Forming and assembling pipework systems
Preparing and using Manual Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) or Plasma Arc Welding (PAW)
Metallurgy of steels and alloys
Weld positions and codings
Weld testing
Reading technical drawings and welding symbols
Training:
During first year term time, you’ll be at Ofsted ‘outstanding’ Riverside College Widnes (in between Liverpool and Manchester). Here you'll stay and study during the week to learn the foundations of the trade, with all travel and accommodation expenses covered by National Gas. In your second and third year, you’ll spend one day a week during term time, released for college.
Training Outcome:
After gaining experience you may choose to specialise in a particular area that you are most interested in. This could involve additional training to enhance your knowledge and confidence.
Employer Description:
National Gas Transmission is the backbone of Britain’s energy system today and will play a leading role in the transition to a clean energy future that works for every home and business. We own and operate the national gas network, delivering energy to where it is needed in every part of the country.
Working Hours :
Shifts to be confirmed. Year 1 - You'll stay and study during the week at Riverside College Widnes to learn the foundations of the trade. Year 2 ,3 - You’ll spend one day a week during term time, released for college.
Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness