๐ง Assistant Welder & Technician โ Course Information
Sector: Fabrication / Manufacturing
Course Name: Assistant Welder & Technician
Duration: 2 to 3 Months (Varies by JSS Center)
Mode: Practical + Theoretical
Offered by: Jan Shikshan Sansthan (JSS), Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Government of India
๐งฐ Course Overview
The Assistant Welder & Technician course is a hands-on skill development program designed to train learners in basic welding processes and assist skilled welders and fabrication technicians. The course covers essential welding techniques, safety protocols, tool handling, and material preparation tasks. Learners are equipped with the foundational knowledge and practice to support welding, cutting, and metal joining operations in industrial, construction, and manufacturing environments.
It is ideal for youth, school dropouts, and unskilled workers who are looking to enter the world of fabrication and metalworking with minimal educational background.
๐ฏ Course Objectives
To impart knowledge of basic welding operations and workshop tools
To train learners to assist in manual arc welding, gas cutting, and joint preparation
To develop safety habits in a fabrication environment
To introduce learners to fabrication workshop setup and maintenance
To enable employment as a helper or assistant to professional welders and technicians
๐ Curriculum Structure
The course consists of practical welding sessions, theory classes, and safety training. Below is the structured curriculum:
1. ๐ฉ Introduction to Welding
What is welding?
Types of welding: Gas welding, Arc welding, MIG/MAG welding (overview)
Welding vs. soldering and brazing
Applications of welding in industries
2. ๐ ๏ธ Workshop Tools & Equipment
Introduction to welding tools: electrodes, clamps, chipping hammer, wire brush
Measuring tools: scale, square, calipers
Handling and maintenance of hand tools
Use of grinders and cutters
3. โ๏ธ Basic Welding Operations
Striking and maintaining arc
Making straight weld beads on flat surface
Fillet and butt weld joint preparation
Tacking and positioning for welding
Assisting in gas welding and cutting tasks
4. ๐งช Material Handling & Preparation
Cleaning and marking of workpieces
Holding and aligning components for welding
Identification of different metals and materials
Storing and transporting metal safely in the workshop
5. ๐ฅ Safety Practices in Welding
PPE (Personal Protective Equipment): gloves, helmet, goggles, apron
Handling hot metal and tools
Safety during arc and gas welding
Fire hazards and first aid procedures
Electrical safety in welding operations
6. โก Electrical & Mechanical Basics (Intro)
Understanding welding machines and their connections
Basics of electric current and voltage in welding
Difference between AC and DC welding
Grounding and power safety precautions
7. ๐งน Workshop Maintenance
Cleaning of workshop area and equipment
Proper storage of tools and consumables
Handling and disposing of welding slag and waste
Lubrication and maintenance of machines (basic)
8. ๐ค Soft Skills & Work Ethics
Assisting welders during jobs
Following instructions and team communication
Reporting faults and hazards
Professional behavior at workplace
๐ค Who Should Join?
This course is suitable for:
School dropouts or youth seeking job-ready technical skills
Unemployed persons looking to enter the fabrication or construction sector
Individuals interested in working in steel plants, workshops, or welding units
Semi-skilled laborers wanting to upgrade their knowledge
๐ No prior qualification is required. Basic physical fitness and interest in metalwork is enough.
๐ Certification & Assessment
At the end of the course:
Learners undergo practical assessments (welding tasks, tool usage, safety practices)
A basic oral or written exam tests theoretical understanding
Successful candidates receive a Government-recognized Certificate from Jan Shikshan Sansthan (JSS)
โ This certificate helps in applying for fabrication jobs or industrial helper positions.
๐ผ Career Opportunities
After completing the course, learners can work as:
๐ง Assistant Welder in small and medium-scale industries
๐๏ธ Helper in construction sites for structural welding work
๐ญ Fabrication workshop helper
โ๏ธ Maintenance support staff in factories
๐งโ๐ญ Intern/apprentice in industrial welding setups
With experience and further learning, learners can become skilled welders, metal fabricators, or welding technicians.
โฑ๏ธ Course Duration & Schedule
Duration: 2 to 3 months
Class Timing: 2 to 3 hours per day
Days: 5โ6 days a week
๐ Duration may vary depending on the local JSS center schedule.
๐ ๏ธ Training Methodology
Real-world welding demonstrations by trainers
Hands-on practicals in simulated workshops
Group activities for metal cutting and alignment
Peer and instructor feedback for weld quality
Safety drills and emergency response training
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