About This Course

The Fundamentals of Welding course provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles, techniques, and safety practices essential for modern welding operations. Designed for beginners, students, and entry-level technicians, this course builds a strong foundation in welding theory while developing practical skills required across manufacturing, construction, automotive, aerospace, and fabrication industries.

Learners will explore the structure of metals, heat-affected zones, welding processes, joint design, blueprint reading, and equipment handling. The course covers major arc-welding processes such as SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GTAW, along with oxy-fuel cutting and basic fabrication concepts. Emphasis is placed on understanding weld symbols, interpreting welding prints, selecting appropriate electrodes and materials, and performing quality welds following industry standards like AWS D1.1.