Design Arc Welding (45 Hours)

Design Arc Welding

Introduction

Arc welding processes have been widely used in various industries for many years and are still dominant among the various welding processes. This module will introduce participants to the fundamentals of the most popular arc welding processes, their advantages and limitations, process variables, operational costs and process applications. Also covered are the basic concepts of the weldability of various engineering materials. Furthermore, the development and trends of advanced arc welding techniques, such as cladding (or overlaying) and hardfacing, will also be introduced. As an important part in this module, case studies will be used to demonstrate the application of process and material knowledge and provide the participants with a thorough understanding of fabrication and repair using arc welding processes.

Why This Course

  • Designed specifically to meet local industry demands
  • Highly practical and intensive
  • Latest knowledge and up-to-date technology
  • Case studies highlighting industrial application
  • Expert trainers in the field with industrial experience

Who Should Attend

This course is targeted at operation managers, manufacturing managers/engineers, production planning engineers, materials engineers, mechanical engineers, production engineers, foremen and skilled operators, quality control managers/engineers, materials purchasing engineers, laboratory managers and engineers, as well as all manufacturing industries that use welding as a joining process such as in the precision engineering, aerospace, marine, oil and gas, automotive and electronics sectors.

What Our Trainee Says

What You Will Learn

This module is designed to equip participants with knowledge of arc welding for various metals and alloys. Content covered in this module include:

  • Principles and characteristics of various arc welding processes
  • Process advantages and limitations
  • Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW)
  • Gas metal arc welding (GMAW) and flux-cored arc welding (FCAW)
  • Submerged arc welding (SAW)
  • Gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW)
  • Plasma arc welding (PAW)
  • Advanced techniques for various arc welding processes
  • Welding metallurgy principles and their applications for weld quality control
  • Weld defect formation and prevention
  • Weldability of various engineering materials
  • Welding of low alloy and stainless steels
  • Welding of aluminium and magnesium alloys
  • Welding of titanium and Ni-based alloys

Upon Completion of this Course

Participants who successfully complete the required training and attain competency in this module will be awarded a Statement of Attainment (SOA) by the Skills & Workforce Development Agency (SWDA).

The WSQ SOA reflects the Skills Standard title attained by the learner under the national Skills Framework and identifies the training provider. With effect from 1 July 2026, the SOA will also include the title of the completed course, providing clearer context on the course content and competency attained for better recognition by employers.

For this course, the SOA will indicate the following Skills Standard title: 
Review Application of Welding Technologies to Satisfy Precision Joining Requirements

Participants must also meet the following criteria to receive their SOAs:

  • Achieve at least 75% course attendance;
  • Take all assessments; and
  • Pass the course.

Note: Trainees will have to bear the full course fee upon failure to meet either one of the criteria.

 Find out more about the WSQ SOA certificate

Why Your Statement of Attainment (SOA) Shows a Skills Standard Title


SSG SOA
Example of a Statement of Attainment (SOA) issued before 1 July 2026, as illustrated above.

The Statement of Attainment (SOA) issued by the Skills & Workforce Development Agency (SWDA) reflects the relevant Skills Standard title, such as a Technical Skills and Competency (TSC) title. This is because the SOA is aligned with the national Skills Framework, ensuring consistent recognition of competencies across industries and among employers.

While the course title describes the learning experience, the Skills Standard title identifies the specific nationally recognised competency attained.

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 Course Fee

The full course fee for this course is $3,000 before funding and prevailing GST.

Nett Course Fee

International
Participants		 Singapore Citizens aged 39 years and below, Singapore Permanent Residents and LTVP+ Holders Employer-sponsored and self-sponsored Singapore Citizens aged 40 years and above (MCES) ² SME-sponsored local employees (i.e Singapore Citizens, Singapore Permanent Residents and LTVP+ Holders) (ETSS) ¹
$3,270 $981 $381 $381
All fees are inclusive of GST 9%.
Please note that fees and funding amount are subject to change.

Long Term Visit Pass Plus (LTVP+) Holders

  • The LTVP+ scheme applies to lawful foreign spouses of Singapore Citizens with (i) at least one Singapore Citizen child or are expecting one from the marriage, or at least three years of marriage, and (ii) where the Singapore Citizen 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)

SMEs that meet all of the following eligibility criteria:

  • Registered or incorporated in Singapore
  • Employment size of not more than 200 or with annual sales turnover of not more than $100 million

SME-sponsored Trainees:

  • Must be Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents.
  • Courses have to be fully paid for by the employer.
  • Trainee is not a full-time national serviceman. 

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)

SkillsFuture Credit

For more information on the funding support schemes you are eligible for, please visit www.skillsfuture.gov.sg

How Course Fees are Calculated

TYPE CATEGORY OF INDIVIDUALS
International Participants  Singapore Citizens aged 39 years and below, Singapore Permanent Residents and LTVP+ Holders  Employer-sponsored and self-sponsored Singapore Citizens aged 40 years and above SME-sponsored local employees (i.e Singapore Citizens, Singapore Permanent Residents and LTVP+ Holders) 
FUNDING SOURCE
Not applicable for Funding Support SkillsFuture Funding (Baseline) SkillsFuture Mid-career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES) ² SkillsFuture Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (ETSS) ¹
 Full Course Fee  $3,000 $3,000 $3,000   $3,000
Funding Support Not Applicable   ($2,100)  ($2,700)  ($2,700)
Nett Course Fee $3,000   $900 $300  $300
GST 9% $270  $81*  $81*  $81*
Total Course Fee Payable to Training Provider $3,270  $981 $381 $381
* Based on 30% of Full Course Fee

About the Trainers

Dr Sun Zheng
Mr Pan Dayou
Dr Sun Zheng
Dr Sun Zheng
Consultant

Dr Sun Zheng obtained his PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the Lappeenranta University of Technology, Finland. He has more than thirty-five years of experience in the field of materials joining, having worked in the research institute, university, and industrial environments. Dr Sun, who specialises in welding processes and welding metallurgy, has published over a hundred and twenty papers in international journals and conference proceedings. He was the joint recipient of the 1995 National Technology Award (currently President’s Technology Award) for contributions to the marine repair processes using electron beam technology. Dr Sun is a Fellow of International Institute of Welding (IIW) and the President of Singapore Welding Society.

Mr Pan Dayou
Mr Pan Dayou
Lead Research Engineer
A*STAR SIMTech

Mr Pan Dayou is a Lead Research Engineer at A*STAR SIMTech, with over 30 years of experience in Welding & Materials Joining. He started his career in the power generation industry where he worked as a welding engineer for 10 years. His expertise covers welding fabrication for boilers & pressure vessels, valves, structures, aerospace & marine engines, avionic device, battery & fuel-cell systems etc.; welding & brazing of materials ranging from metals to ceramics. In addition, his expertise also extends to the development of welding and allied processes, compliance with welding codes/standards etc. He has published over 30 welding papers. He holds a BEng degree in Welding Technology, a MSc degree in Materials Processing, and a diploma in IWE/IIW.

Registration

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  • Please register for this course through our online form: Course Registration Form for Public Classes.
  • For the first question, please select "Modular Programmes (Standalone Modules".
  • Applicants will be placed on our waiting list if the course does not have an upcoming scheduled intake.
  • When the next intake is confirmed, a confirmation email with payment information will be sent to applicants to finalise their participation.

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Contact Us

Technical Enquiries General Enquiries

Mr PAN Dayou,
Email: pan_dayou@a-star.edu.sg 

Mr WU Zi An,
Email: wu_zi_an@a-star.edu.sg

Schedules

Modules Skills Course Code Reference Next Intake(s)' Training Period
(Click on the dates to view their schedules)		 Registration Status 

AWT M1:

  • Design Arc Welding (45 hours)
 TGS-2018502754 The schedule for the next intake (Yr 2027) is still in the planning stage.  

AWT M2:

  • Review Welding Operation & Quality Control (45 hours) 
 TGS-2018502755 EVE 28 Jul 2026 - 24 Sep 2026
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The Jul 2026 intake is postponed. We will publish a new schedule soon.

AWT M3:

  • Evaluate Advanced Metal Welding Processes (45 hours)
 TGS-2018502726 The schedule for the next intake is still in the planning stage.  
Remarks: Participants are free to complete the advanced welding technologies modules in whichever order they prefer.

Note: A*STAR SIMTech and A*STAR 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 SWDA-approved/SWDA-funded courses must be done digitally via the Singpass App. More information may be viewed here.
  • Participants will be provided with digital course materials when attending our courses. Please note that printed copies will not be available.
Sessions
FD: Full day
AM: Morning
PM: Afternoon
EVE: Evening
 

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