A practical introduction to sheet metal processes. Participants begin with core techniques then move on to manufacturing a toolbox.

Why Undertake This Course?

This course equips teachers to confidently teach junior ITD metalwork projects using industry accepted techniques.

Hands-on, small group training built for teachers who want real experience with workshop machinery.

You’ll learn core lathe operations including facing off, parallel turning, taper turning, parting off, knurling and thread cutting (time permitting), along with basic milling techniques used in industry.

This course is delivered by qualified tradespeople who use these machines every day, so you’re learning the way it’s actually done on the job, not just in theory.

Each participant will complete a machined meat mallet, applying the skills learned to produce a practical project you can take back and run with your students.

Why Undertake This Course?

If you’re not fully confident on the machines, this course fixes that.

You’ll get hands-on time in a controlled environment, with guidance from people who have done this work for years.

• Build confidence using lathes and workshop equipment
• Learn how machining is actually done in industry
• Pick up skills you can take straight into the classroom
• Understand how to safely run machining activities with students

Hands-on, small group training designed for teachers new to welding and fabrication.

This course focuses on the fundamentals of MIG welding and basic fabrication, including machine setup and producing strong welds on mild steel. You’ll work through a structured, step-by-step project while building confidence using common workshop equipment.

Delivered by an experienced teacher, the course is designed to support those new to this space, with a clear focus on how to teach these skills safely and effectively in a school environment.

Participants will complete a fabricated rocket stove, applying cutting, preparation, assembly and welding techniques to produce a functional take-home project that can be replicated in the classroom.

Why Undertake This Course?

If you’re new to welding or not confident running it in your workshop, this course gives you a solid starting point.

You’ll learn in a supportive environment, with a strong focus on how to deliver these skills to students safely and effectively.

• Build confidence using welding and fabrication equipment
• Learn the fundamentals in a way that’s easy to take back into the classroom
• Understand how to run a structured student project from start to finish
• Improve confidence in workshop safety, setup and supervision

THIS COURSE WILL BE OFFERED AGAIN IN TERM 3, 2026.

Hands-on, small group training focused on the fundamentals of TIG welding.

You’ll learn how to set up and operate a TIG welder, then develop control and technique across a range of materials. The course focuses on producing clean, accurate welds on mild steel and aluminium, with the opportunity to work on stainless steel if time permits.

Delivered by a qualified tradesperson, this course gives you a practical introduction to TIG welding, with a strong focus on technique, control and safe operation

Why Undertake This Course?

TIG welding requires a higher level of control and precision than other welding processes. If you’re looking to build confidence in this area, this course gives you a solid starting point.

You’ll get hands-on time with the equipment, with guidance from an experienced tradesperson in a controlled environment.

• Build confidence using TIG welding equipment
• Learn correct setup and basic operation of a TIG welder
• Develop control and technique across different materials
• Improve your ability to demonstrate and supervise TIG welding safely

Hands-on, small group training focused on the fundamentals of MIG and Stick welding.

You’ll learn how to correctly set up and maintain welding equipment, then put it into practice across a range of materials, thicknesses and welding positions. The course covers core weld types including butt welds, lap welds and fillet welds, giving you a solid foundation you can take straight into the workshop.

Delivered by qualified tradespeople who use these processes every day, this course shows you how welding is actually done on the job, not just in theory.

You’ll also work with common workshop equipment including cold cut saws, pedestal drills and grinders as part of the training.

Why Undertake This Course?

If you’re not fully confident with welding, or haven’t had much exposure to Stick welding, this course gives you the practical grounding you need.

You’ll get hands-on time with both processes, with guidance from experienced tradespeople in a controlled environment.

• Build confidence using MIG and Stick welding equipment
• Learn correct machine setup and basic welder maintenance
• Understand how different materials and thicknesses affect your welds
• Improve your ability to demonstrate and supervise welding safely