Level 2 - Engineering Operations (Knowledge) Fabrication & Welding - Study Programme

Rotherham College

Eastwood Lane, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S65 1EG

Vocationally-related Qualification (VRQ)

Level 2

Available start dates

Thursday, 01 October 2026

Rotherham College

1 Year(s)

Full time

Daytime/working hours

Course Summary

This two-year course will build your competence in welding, you will also gain a relevant qualification that will improve your skills and career opportunities. You will need to be good at solving problems, structuring your workload and enjoy working as part of a team.

Course Details

You will study a range of topics including:

Health and Safety
Working Efficiently and Effectively in an Engineering Environment
Conducting Business Improvement Activities
Engineering Environmental Awareness
Using and Communicating Technical Information
TIG Welding
MIG Welding
Manual Metal Arc
Plate Work
Thermal Cutting
Heat Treatment
CNC Plasma Cutting
CAD
Carrying Out Heat Treatment of Engineering Materials.
Preparing and Using Manual Metal Arc Welding Equipment
Producing Platework Components and Assemblies
Cutting and Shaping Materials Using Thermal Cutting Equipment
Employability Skills
Tutorial Sessions

How will it be delivered and assessed?

You will be assessed by your assessor using a portfolio of evidence, practical demonstrations and assignments.

Your next steps...

Level 3 Fabricator Apprenticeship
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering

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