The Welding NC I (SMAW) Qualification consists of competencies that a person must achieve to weld carbon steel plates components as specified by layout, blueprints, diagrams, work order, welding procedure or oral instructions using SMAW welding equipment.

The Units of Competency comprising this qualification include the following:

Code No.	BASIC COMPETENCIES
500311101	Receive and respond to workplace communication
500311102	Work with others
500311103	Demonstrate work values
500311104	Practice basic housekeeping procedures

Code No.	COMMON COMPETENCIES
MEE721201	Apply Safety Practices
MEE721202	Interpret Drawings and Sketches
MEE721203	Perform Industry Calculations
MEE721204	Contribute to Quality System
MEE721205	Use Hand Tools
MEE721206	Prepare Weld Materials
MEE721207	Setup Welding Equipment
MEE721208	Fit up Weld Materials
MEE721209	Repair Welds

Code No.	CORE COMPETENCY
MEE721301	Weld Carbon Steel Plates Using SMAW

A person who has achieved this Qualification is competent to be:

–           Plate Welder (SMAW)