SHEILDED METAL ARC WELDING NC III 

Unit of Competencies 

Basic Competencies: 

• Lead workplace communication 

• Lead small teams

• Apply critical thinking and problem solving techniques in the workplace

• Work in a diverse environment

• Propose methods of applying learning and innovation in the organization

• Use information systematically

• Evaluate occupational safety and health work practices

• Evaluate environmental work practices

• Facilitate entrepreneurial skills for micro-small-medium enterprises (MSMEs)

Common Competencies: 

• Materials Setup Welding Equipment

• Fit up Weld Materials 

• Repair Welds

 Core Competencies: 

• Weld alloy steel plates using SMAW 

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

• Plate Welder (SMAW) 

• Pipe