Aim of this qualification

This qualification aims to develop practical welding skills in an engineering environment

Suited to

Individuals who require welding skills to complement existing workshop practices

Content & structure

The unit based qualification can be obtained through EAL Engineering Practices

Pathway: Engineering Practices

Individuals are required to complete the three mandatory units from Group A plus one optional
unit from Group B. For those individuals wishing to gain the full NVQ Level 2 qualification, three optional units should be selected and completed

Mandatory units Group A

• PEO2/001 Working safely in an engineering environment
• PEO2/002 Working efficiently and effectively in engineering
• PEO2/003 Using and communicating technical information

Optional units Group B

• PEO2/024 Cutting and shaping materials by oxy-fuel gas cutting equipment
• PEO2/027 Joining materials by MMA welding
• PEO2/028 Joining materials by TIG welding
• PEO2/029 Joining materials by MIG welding
• PEO2/030 Joining materials by Gas welding

Assessment method

Assessment is by practical observation together with a portfolio of evidence

Duration

There is no set timescale for achieving the qualification as some people progress quicker than others however a guide of nine months is given

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements however it would be advantageous to be working in a relevant field