Manual Metal Arc Welding (6G)

This certificate program in welding technology provides theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed to prepare students for employment as 6G Welders. CINEC’s fully equipped modern welding workshops provide students the opportunity of conducting practical sessions and gaining firsthand experience in welding technology.

6G Position is one of the hardest positions in pipe welding.

Course Type

Full Time

Course Commencement Dates

On Demand

Duration

1 Month

Course Modules

Syllabus

01

Introduction to Uphill Pipe Welding

02

Safety and health of welders

03

Prerequisite Skill Test, Single Vee Groove Weld Butt Joint, Vertical and Overhead positions

04

How to read and apply Pipe Welding procedures

05

Preparation and assembly of a Pipe Joint

06

Single Vee Groove Weld, Butt Joint, Horizontal Fixed Position (5G) Uphill travel

07

Single Vee Groove Weld, Butt Joint, Vertical Fixed Position (2G)

08

Preheat and Interpass temperatures

09

Singe Vee Groove Weld, Butt Joint, 45 degree Fixed Position (6G)

10

Methods of applying the Root Pass

Entry Requirements

Prospective students should

  • have sat the GCE (O/L) Sri Lanka examination
  • be above 17 years of age
  • possess knowledge of Welding (3G) process

Job Opportunities

100% of the trainees equipped with this qualification are given job opportunities to further develop their skills.