TESDA Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) NC II: A short course offered by TESDA

Another kind of Welding course is offered by TESDA: Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) NC II which trains you in welding carbon steel plates and carbon steel pipes components as précised by design, blueprints, diagrams, work order, welding process or practical directions using GTAW equipment.

It is almost the same as Shielded Metal Arc Welding but different in equipment and procedures. GTAW deals with the welding of thin sections of stainless steel and non-ferrous metals such as aluminum, magnesium, and copper alloys while Shielded Metal Arc Welding covers the manual process of welding consumable electrodes, iron and steels.


This course offers plenty of competencies such as:

• -Applying Safety Practices;
• -Interpreting Drawings and Sketches;
• -Performing Industry Calculations;
• -Contributing to Quality System;
• -Using Hand Tools;
• -Preparing Weld Materials;
• -Setting up Welding Equipment;
• -Fitting up Weld Materials;
• -Repairing Welds;
• -Welding Carbon Steel Pipes using GTAW

COURSE DURATION

Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) NC II course can be finished in a minimum span of 268 hours of sessions.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

-Nothing has changed in the required documents. You just need to prepare the common requirements for TESDA courses and that include your:
-Copy of Birth Certificated validated by NSO
-Copy of High School and/or College Diploma
-Certified True Copy of Transcript of Records
-1x1 and/or 2x2 Pictures
-Certification of Good Moral Character

These are the fixed common requirements that you need to prepare. Nevertheless, some institutions require more depending on where you would enroll at so it is better to inquire first and get in touch with the personnel or school or training center’s official representatives for you to be fully aware on what to bring aside from those mentioned above.

PREREQUISITE

Another note to first time takers: Some TESDA-Accredited institutions may oblige you to undergo and finish Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) NC I first before being permitted to take Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) NC II.

CAREER

Eligible graduates of Gas Tungsten Arc Welding NC II may find employments as GTAW/TIG Welder both local and international. There are numerous jobs abroad that need skilled workers especially in New Zealand and middle east.

COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT AND CERTIFICATIONS

Individuals who enrolled in this short course may have to undergo Competency Assessment first before graduation. This is to ensure the issuance of National Certificates (NC II) that will be given to students once they pass the assessment. You may find more information regarding the assessments and certifications on this page.

TESDA Carpentry NC II: Learn the proper training and be a Professional Carpenter

This may be one of the most mainstream occupations, a person could have but this is also one of the noblest jobs one could ever get. They say it's easy to be a carpenter but it's actually not, and believe me or not, Carpentry is more than just constructing or building damaged or unfinished large structures. Interested to know what else is in it? Then come and check Carpentry NC II as a course offered by TESDA. You may find it fascinating once you learned the different competencies you may obtain if you enroll.

This course will instruct you in performing fabrication, installing and stripping formworks. Other than cutting, shaping and installing building materials, you may be able to learn other competencies such as the ones you may view below.

These are some of the example of skills that you may acquire upon enrolling in this course:

• -Preparing construction materials and tools
• -Observing procedures, specifications and manual of instruction
• -Performing mensuration and calculations
• -Maintaining tools and equipment
• -Preparing / Stalking-out building lines
• -Installing framing works

Course Duration

The time allotted for Carpentry NC II takes a minimum of 120 hours to accomplish

Admission Requirements

Common requirements for TESDA course include:

-Copy of Birth Certificate authenticated by NSO

-Copy of High School or College Diploma

-Certified true copy of Transcript of Records or Form 137

-1x1 or 2x2 Pictures

-Certification of Good Moral Character

Though, requirements may vary depending on the course or situation you are going to enroll at, we intensely advise that you proceed directly to the school or training center’s official representatives or other staffs who are in charge with the requirements for more precise and detailed information regarding the said matter.

Careers

Those who are qualified graduates of Carpentry NC II may find employment as a rough carpenter.  Carpenters are needed for the country’s booming construction business, and in industries such as renting and business activities, real estate, public administration and defense, compulsory social security, and in private households.

Competency Assessment and Certification

Students enrolled in the TESDA Carpentry NC II course may be required to undergo a competency assessment before graduation. You can take this at any TESDA Accredited Centers for Carpentry Course. A National Certificate (NC II) will be issued to students who passed this assessment process.

Got Questions?

You will find our answers on common questions about schools, tuition fee, enrollment, assessment and more in this TESDA COURSE FAQs.

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TESDA Construction Painting NC II in the Philippines

They say the house reflects a person’s personality. So what’s a house without a color? Isn’t it frustrating to see a house that is colorless or unfinished due to lack of ideas when it comes to color combination or even area designs? Learn how to paint wood, concrete, and metal by checking out one of the newest short TESDA courses in the Philippines: Construction Painting NC II.

This will help us improve the overall appearance of our house, advance the facilities and make use of tools, materials, and equipment to their fullest extent. Check out this short courses of TESDA and be amazed of the countless of ideas and competencies that you may acquire from enrolling in this short course.

Below are some of examples of core competencies that you may acquire upon enrolling in this short course:

• -Preparing construction materials and tools
• -Observing procedures, specifications, and manuals of instruction
• -Interpreting technical drawings and plans
• -Performing mensuration and calculations
• -Maintaining tools and equipment
• -Preparing tools, painting materials, and equipment
• -Preparing surfaces for painting
• -Performing painting work

Course Duration

The hours allotted for Construction Painting NC II takes a minimum of 126 hours to accomplish.

Admission Requirements

Common requirements for TESDA course include:
-Copy of Birth Certificate authenticated by NSO
-Copy of High School or College Diploma
-a certified authentic copy of Transcript of Records or Form 137
-1x1 or 2x2 Pictures
-Certificate of Good Moral Character

Though, requirements may vary depending on the course or situation you are going to enroll at, we intensely advise that you proceed directly to the school or training center’s official representatives or other staffs who are in charge with the requirements for more precise and detailed information regarding the said matter.

Careers

Those who are qualified graduates of Construction Painting may find employment as a building & House painter. This is one of the in demand jobs abroad with high salary.

Competency Assessment and Certifications

Those who are enrolled in the short course: Construction Painting NC II may be required to undergo a competency assessment before graduation and is applicable to any of the courses you would enroll at. A National Certificate or NC II shall be issued to those will pass this assessment. Accurate and more detailed information about the Assessment and Certification.

TESDA Courses In-Demand Abroad, Study these Courses to Find Work Overseas

There are more than 30 TESDA courses in-demand abroad. Everyone, including high school graduates, college graduates and even those who are presently unemployed are advised to study these courses to be able to land a job abroad. Countries like Hong Kong, Taiwan, Dubai, Qatar, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and many others are in need of highly skilled individuals on a certain field of specialization. Fortunately, TESDA here in the Philippines offer technical – vocational courses that if completed, can allow each individual to be qualified to apply for in demand jobs overseas.

In-demand courses are offered by TESDA. According to news article from Interaksyon.com, Director General Joel Villanueva told that Qatar, Canada, and United States need pipe fitters. Malaysia, on the hand, needs welders.

In addition, Filipino barbers and hairstylists are in demand in US, Middle East, and Brunei. Jewelry making, Electrical power distribution line construction and land surveying also has job openings abroad.

Graduates of electrical installation and maintenance, plumbing, refrigeration and air-conditioning have higher chance of being employed in Dubai as they have more opportunities requiring such skilled individuals. On the other hand, Barista / Bartenders and commercial cooking NC graduates are needed in hotels and restaurants in different countries.

In other countries like Japan, they are in need of agriculture crops production, sewers / tailors, carpenters, caregivers, and factory workers so you might as well try studying one of these courses as they have the exact value in other countries. Meanwhile, In Hong Kong, housekeepers are in-demand while Taiwan wants electronics technician that can work in semicon factories.

Listed below are the complete lists of TESDA courses which are in-demand abroad. Interested technical –vocational learners just need to choose which of the following courses suits their skills.

30+ In-Demand TESDA Courses for Abroad

Agricultural Crops Production NC I, NCII and NCIII

Automotive servicing NC I, NC II, NC III, and NC IV

Barbering NC II

Bartending NC II, and Barista NC II

Beauty Care NC II, and NC III

Bread and pastry Production NC II

Caregiving NC II

Carpentry NC II and NC III

CNC Lathe Machine Operation NC II and NC III

Construction Lift Passenger Material Elevator Operation NC II

Food and beverage services NC II, NC III, and NC IV

Food processing NC I, NC II, NC III, NC IV

Gas Metal Arc Welding NC I, NC II, and NC III

Gas Tungsten Arc Welding NC II, and NC IV

Gas Welding NC I, and NC II

Hairdressing NC II, and NC III

Health Care Services NC II

Housekeeping NC II, NC III, and NC IV

Jewelry Making (Fine Jewelry) NC II, and NC III

Machining NC I, NC II, and NC III

Pattern Making NC II

Pipe Fitting NC II

Plant Maintenance NC I

Plastic Machine Operation NC II, and NC III

Plumbing NC I, NC II, and NC III

Press Machine Operation NC I

Process Inspection NC II, and NC III

PV System Design NC III, Servicing NC III, Installation NC II

Slaughtering Operations NC II

Refrigeration and Airconditioning Servicing NC

Tower Crane NC II

Read: TESDA offered Courses for 2016 Complete List

(Note: There are a lot of TESDA courses which are not listed above but are also in-demand abroad)

Learners who are able to complete a specific course are advised to take the assessment exam given by TESDA. Assessment centers are available nationwide. If by any chance, a test taker passed, they can have the National Certificate (NC) which represents the seal of excellence from the educational agency.

TESDA graduates that have acquired NC can now apply to local companies, and/or to Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA) accredited manpower agencies that deploy skilled workers abroad. Graduates who successfully land a job abroad can earn ranging $650 to $750 or even as much as PHP 100,000 per month depending on the job hired for.

So what are you waiting for? Inquire now and be one of those fortunate individuals who landed a job overseas.