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Resistance Spot Welding (BS1140) & MAG Welding (BS4872) AOM-009

Course details

This one-day course is accredited by the world's leading automotive specific awarding organisation, the IMI.

About course title

With at least two years’ experience of working in the accident repair sector of the automotive industry,  skilled welders can undertake this Level 2 course in Resistance Spot Welding and MAG Welding to demonstrate their competence at producing acceptable MAG fillet and butt welds including in the vertical up and overhead positions to meet BS4872-1 requirements. Learners will also be able to demonstrate their skills in setting up welding equipment for both MAG and resistance spot welding; assess MAG welds for visible defects; complete a series of resistance spot welds to meet BS1140 requirements and assess resistance spot welds for visible defects.

Concepts you will cover

  • Satisfactorily setting up MAG equipment 

  • Satisfactorily setting up Resistance welding equipment

  • Preparing sheet metal appropriately

  • Completing vertical and overhead fillet and butt welds to an appropriate standard

  • Visually testing and identifying weld defects

The Institute of the Motor Industry

This course is accredited by the Institute of the Motor Industry, the UK leading automotive accreditation body.

Things you need to know

  • You can sign-up for a course at any point throughout the year. All of our courses are `roll on, roll off` meaning we don’t follow the academic year. This gives you great flexibility in gaining your accreditation around the time that suits you.

  • You can book a place on a course by filling in the form at the bottom of this page or by giving us a call on 01733 516000.

  • If you are running late for your course or are unable to attend at the last minute, please let one of our team know by calling us on 01733 516000.

  • After you book your course with us, you will receive an enrolment pack relevant to your course, please check these carefully before the day as it will give you all the information on what to bring.

    In the majority of cases, you will need to present some form of photographic ID which could include a driving licence or passport. You will also be required to supply certain PPE.

  • The PPE that you will need to bring with you varies for each course. It will usually consist of overalls, safety boots and occasionally respiratory equipment such as an air fed mask. Following your course registration we will send you a list of the correct PPE to bring with you.

  • If the duration of your training lasts for a full working day, we are able to provide you with a complimentary lunch. For all courses, there is an unlimited supply of hot and cold drinks which are available to you at any time throughout your stay with us.

  • There are a limited amount of car parking spaces outside the training centre. If possible, it is advisable to car share with colleagues who may be attending the same training.

Pricing

Professionals

For industry professionals that are developing themselves. The professional price applies to all individuals attending the course.

£235 per person (Inc. VAT)

Teams

For businesses that are developing their teams. The groups price applies to any teams that include three or more people.

£200 per person (Inc. VAT)

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