To develop skilled welding professionals with advanced knowledge of welding processes, materials, inspection techniques, and the ability to perform welding in multiple positions and industrial applications.

1. Analyse welding processes and material behavior (Analyse)

2. Perform welding operations in various positions (Apply)

3. Evaluate weld quality and defects (Evaluate)

4. Apply advanced welding techniques and safety standards (Apply)

5. Interpret technical drawings and welding specifications (Apply/Analyse)

Module 1: Welding Fundamentals & Metallurgy

• Advanced welding principles
• Heat-affected zone (HAZ)
• Metallurgical changes during welding
• Types of metals and weldability
• Preheating and post-weld heat treatment

Module 2: Advanced Welding Processes

• Detailed study of:
o SMAW
o MIG (GMAW)
o TIG (GTAW)
• Introduction to other processes:
o Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
o Gas welding
• Process selection based on application

Module 3: Welding Positions & Techniques

• Welding positions:
o Flat (1G, 1F)
o Horizontal (2G, 2F)
o Vertical (3G, 3F)
o Overhead (4G, 4F)
• Pipe welding basics (5G, 6G – introduction)
• Multi-pass welding techniques
• Welding of different joint configurations

Module 4: Welding Defects & Inspection

• Types of welding defects:
o Porosity
o Cracks
o Lack of fusion
o Slag inclusion
• Causes and prevention
• Non-Destructive Testing (NDT):
o Visual Inspection (VT)
o Dye Penetrant Test (PT)
o Ultrasonic Testing (UT) – basic
• Welding quality standards

Module 5: Welding Codes & Standards

• Introduction to welding standards:
o AWS
o ISO
• Welding procedure specifications (WPS)
• Welder qualification procedures
• Documentation and compliance

Module 6: Fabrication & Workshop Practice

• Fabrication processes:
o Cutting (gas cutting, plasma cutting)
• Fit-up and alignment techniques
• Assembly of structures
• Workshop layout and workflow

Module 7: Safety, Health & Environment

• Advanced welding safety practices
• Hazard control measures
• Environmental impact of welding
• Waste management
• Compliance with safety standards

Module 8: Industrial Applications of Welding

• Welding in:
o Construction industry
o Oil & gas industry
o Manufacturing sector
• Introduction to automation and robotic welding
• Maintenance welding

Final Project