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Modular Programmes (under specialisations):
ADVANCED WELDING TECHNOLOGIES
Introduction
Welding plays a crucial role in various manufacturing sectors and has experienced substantial growth. As the demand for high productivity, quality, and cost-effective solutions increases, the need for advanced welding technology becomes more important. SIMTech's courses offer participants an integrated approach to understanding the diverse aspects of welding and related technologies. The curriculum covers various welding processes, including arc welding, laser welding, electron beam welding, friction stir welding, diffusion bonding, and brazing. Participants will also engage in discussions about welding metallurgy and the weldability of different ferrous and non-ferrous alloys.
Additionally, the courses are designed to provide a quick and effective guide to executing welding operations, developing welding procedures, weld design and simulation, troubleshooting, and welding quality control. The aim is to equip participants with the skills and knowledge of state-of-the-art welding technologies through a combination of classroom lectures, hands-on lab training, and project-based case studies.
Why These Courses
These courses are specifically designed to train participants in various aspects of welding technologies and to build the competencies needed for implementation in different industrial applications. Topics include welding processes, weld design, weldability testing methods, process automation, distortion control, material selection, and welding processing parameters. The courses will also benefit engineers looking to refresh their foundational knowledge and stay current with the latest developments in welding technology. The knowledge gained will enhance individual expertise while providing companies with opportunities to improve competitiveness.
Who Should Attend
The courses are geared towards operation managers, manufacturing managers/engineers, production planning engineers, materials engineers, mechanical engineers, production engineers, foremen, skilled operators, quality control managers/engineers, materials purchasing engineers, laboratory managers, and engineers. They are relevant for professionals in all manufacturing industries that utilise welding as a joining process, including precision engineering, aerospace, marine, oil and gas, automotive, and electronics sectors.
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Certifications
Upon Completion of Each Module
Participants will be awarded with a Statement of Attainment (SOA) certificate for each individual module, if they meet the following criteria:
- Achieve at least 75% course attendance;
- Take all assessments; and
- Pass the course.
Click to learn more about WSQ Certificates.
The individual modules offered under the Advanced Welding Technologies specialisation are:
- AWT M1 : Design Arc Welding (45 hours)
- AWT M2 : Review Welding Operation & Quality Control (45 hours)
- AWT M3 : Evaluate Advanced Metal Welding Processes (45 hours)
Pre-Requisites
Pre-Requisites
- Applicants should possess a degree in any discipline or a diploma with a minimum of 3 years of related working experience.
- Applicants who do not have the required academic qualifications are still welcome to apply, but shortlisted candidates may be required to attend an interview for special approval.
- Proficiency in written and spoken English.
Full and Nett Course Fee
Full Course Fee for each module
| AWT M1 | AWT M2 | AWT M3 |
|---|---|---|
| $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
Nett Course Fee for each module
| Module | International Participants | òòò½ÍøCitizens aged 39 years and below, òòò½ÍøPermanent Residents and LTVP+ Holders | Employer-sponsored and self-sponsored òòò½ÍøCitizens aged 40 years and above (MCES) ¹ | SME-sponsored local employees (i.e òòò½ÍøCitizens, òòò½ÍøPermanent Residents and LTVP+ Holders) (ETSS) ² |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWT M1 | $3,270 | $981 | $381 | $381 |
| AWT M2 | $3,270 | $981 | $381 | $381 |
| AWT M3 | $3,270 | $981 | $381 | $381 |
LTVP+ Holders =
Please visit the respective module's webpage for more information on the course details and fee breakdown.
LONG TERM VISIT PASS PLUS (LTVP+) HOLDERS
- The LTVP+ scheme applies to lawful foreign spouses of òòò½ÍøCitizens with (i) at least one òòò½ÍøCitizen child or are expecting one from the marriage, or at least three years of marriage, and (ii) where the òòò½ÍøCitizen sponsor is able to support the family.
- All LTVP+ holders can be identified with their green visit pass cards, with the word ‘PLUS’ printed on the back of the card.
ENHANCED TRAINING SUPPORT FOR SMALL & MEDIUM ENTERPRISE (SMEs) SCHEME (ETSS)
The ¹ is for company-sponsored participants who are subject to the eligibility criteria shown below:
SMEs that meet all of the following eligibility criteria:
SME-sponsored Trainees:
Further Info: This scheme is intended for all organisations, including non-business entities not registered with ACRA e.g. VWOs, societies, etc. Only ministries, statutory boards, and other government agencies are NOT eligible under Enhanced Training Support for SMEs Scheme. Sole proprietorships which meet all of the above criteria are also eligible. |
SKILLSFUTURE MID-CAREER ENHANCED SUBSIDY (MCES)
- The ² is meant for employer-sponsored and self-sponsored òòò½ÍøCitizens aged 40 years old and above.
SkillsFuture Credit
- All Singaporeans aged 25 years old and above are eligible for which can be used to offset course fees (for self-sponsored registrations only).
List of Modules
Contact Us
- For technical enquiries, please contact:
Mr PAN Dayou,
Email: dypan@SIMTech.a-star.edu.sg
- For general enquiries, please contact:
Mr WU Zi An,
Email: wu_zi_an@SIMTech.a-star.edu.sg
Registration
- Please register for this course through our Course Registration Form for Public Classes.
- For the first question, please select "Modular Programmes".
- Applicants will be placed on our waiting list if the course does not have an upcoming scheduled intake.
- Once the next intake is confirmed to commence, SIMTech will contact the applicants to share the class information.
Schedules
| Modules | Skills Course Code Reference | Next Intake(s)'s Training Period (Click on the dates to view its schedules) | Registration Status |
AWT M1:
| TGS-2018502754 |  | |
AWT M2:
| TGS-2018502755 | | The Apr 2025 intake is closed for registration. |
AWT M3:
| TGS-2018502726 | The next intake's schedule is still in the planning stage. |
Note: SIMTech and ARTC reserve the right to change the class/schedule/course fee or any details about the course without prior notice to the participants.
Announcement:
- From 1 Oct 2023, attendance-taking for SkillsFuture òòò½Íø(SSG)'s funded courses must be done digitally via the Singpass App. More information may be viewed here.
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