Dhaka
UCEP Mirpur TVET Institute
Mirpur-2, Dhaka
Welding – Level 01 (Basic Skilled Worker)
Trade CourseCertified by NSDALevel 01 (Basic Skilled Worker)OfflineStarts: Jan / Apr / Jul / OctDuration: 3 months (360 hrs)
About this course
The Level 01 Competency Standard for Welding, developed by the National Skills Development Authority (NSDA) of Bangladesh, is designed to certify individuals with foundational welding skills aligned to industry requirements in the Light Engineering Sector.
The course provides a clear, structured pathway for entry-level welders to gain industry-relevant skills, ensuring employability and alignment with Bangladesh's Light Engineering sector needs. It emphasizes safety, practical skills, and workplace readiness, forming the foundation for further skills development and career progression in welding.
Learning Outcomes
- Identify and use appropriate PPE before starting any welding task.
- Read and interpret a simple technical drawing to prepare materials for a welding job.
- Use a measuring tape and vernier caliper to check dimensions before and after welding.
- Set up and operate basic welding equipment (e.g., SMAW machine) to perform a fillet weld in the 1F position.
- Clean the work area and tools after completing the task, following housekeeping procedures.
Structure of the Competency Standard
The standard is organized into three main categories of competencies, totalling 360 hours.
Generic Competencies
40hrs · 11%
- Apply OSH (Occupational Safety and Health) Procedures15 hrs
- Perform Computations Using Basic Mathematical Concepts15 hrs
- Practice Housekeeping Procedures10 hrs
Sector Specific Competencies
50hrs · 14%
- Work in the Light Engineering Sector20 hrs
- Interpret Technical Drawings30 hrs
Occupation Specific Competencies
270hrs · 75%
- Use Hand and Power Tools15 hrs
- Use Measuring Instruments15 hrs
- Perform Oxy-Acetylene Cutting20 hrs
- Perform Gas Welding and Brazing30 hrs
- Perform Weld Beads and Padding Using SMAW50 hrs
- Perform SMAW in 1F and 2F Positions40 hrs
- Perform SMAW in 1G and 2G Positions100 hrs
Key Features and Assessment
Competency-Based
Focuses on what learners can do, not how or where they learned it.
Assessment Methods
Written tests, demonstrations, oral questioning, and portfolio reviews. Assessments will be conducted by NSDA certified assessors.
Evidence Requirements
Candidates must demonstrate knowledge, skills, and attitudes through authentic, valid, and reliable evidence.
Resource Requirements
Adequate workplace, tools, materials, and documentation must be available for training and assessment.
Level Descriptor – Level 01 (Basic Skilled Worker)
Knowledge
Elementary understanding of underpinning knowledge in welding, able to interpret common occupational terms and instructions.
Skills
Basic skills to carry out simple welding tasks, interpret occupational terms, and present results under supervision.
Responsibility
Work under direct supervision in a structured context with limited responsibilities.
Certification
After assessment conducted by certified assessors, certificates will be issued by NSDA.
Region Wise Availability
Available at 9 Training Institutes across Bangladesh
This course is offered at the following UCEP TVET institutes. Choose a region to see the institutes near you.
Dhaka
UCEP Jatrabari TVET Institute
Matuail, Dhaka
Dhaka
UCEP Gazipur TVET Institute
North Salna, Gazipur
Chattogram
AK Khan UCEP TVET Institute
Kalurghat, Chattogram
Khulna
UCEP Mohsin TVET Institute
Baikali, Khulna
Sylhet
UCEP Hafiz Mazumder TVET Institute
Khadimnagar, Sylhet
Rajshahi
UCEP Rajshahi TVET Institute
Paba, Rajshahi
Rangpur
UCEP Rangpur TVET Institute
Dharmadas, Rangpur
Barishal
UCEP Barishal TVET Institute
Kashipur, Barishal