Aluminothermic Welding Recertification

Course Duration

1 Day

Course Fees

Delivery Mode

Face To Face Learning

Recertify your welding Skills for the Rail Industry

This course provides participants with the practical skills and technical knowledge required to perform rail welding and cutting tasks in the rail corridor‚ using industry-standard methods and equipment. The focus is on the safe and effective use of oxy-LPG cutting equipment, rail grinding tools, and the aluminothermic welding process used to join rail sections.

Participants will learn to perform these tasks in compliance with national safety regulations, work instructions, and rail operator standards.

Units of Competency

TLIW3015

Weld rail using aluminothermic welding process

TLIW0004

Grind rails

TLIW0006

Heat and cut materials using oxy-LPG equipment for the rail industry

Entry Requirements

To ensure you are fully prepared and able to participate in your training session, please bring the following items with you:

Rail Industry Worker (RIW) Card
Evidence of the completion of 10 Welds (Weld Returns)

Note: A weld must be carried out in front on your Trainer and Assessor for each Aluminothermic Welding Process you are needing recertified.

Where This Course Can Take You

Delivery Mode

This course is intended for individuals who have previously completed the Aluminothermic Welding Course and need to recertify their currency.

Assessment Information

Prepare and plan welding method
Carry out welding process
Perform grinding tasks to finish or prepare rails for joining and maintenance
Set up and operate oxy-LPG equipment safely to heat and cut rail materials
Identify hazards associated with heat and welding operations and apply control measures
Read and interpret technical documentation, weld procedures, and work plans
Carry out post-weld inspections and quality assurance processes

How This Course Can Benefit You

Classroom-based learning: Face-to-face instruction covering essential theoretical concepts and safety procedures.
Knowledge assessments: Written tests to evaluate participants' understanding of the course material.
Practical observation assessments: Hands-on activities where participants demonstrate their skills in a controlled environment.