PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION "WELDER"

The primary activity of a welder is related to welding techniques and the factors that influence the proper execution of the process. The welder performs welding processes in accordance with the Welding Procedure Specification (WPS), correctly interprets markings, and selects appropriate filler materials and equipment. When deviations from the requirements are identified, the welder notifies their immediate supervisor and rectifies the discrepancies. The welder is responsible for the quality of the welding tasks assigned to them, ensuring the health and safety of both themselves and other workers.

Welding work requires certification in accordance with the requirements of Regulation № 7/11.10.2002 on the conditions and procedures for obtaining and recognizing welding qualifications.

CERTIFICATE OF WELDING COMPETENCY

Welding competency is obtained after successfully passing exams and is certified with a document titled "Certificate of Welding Competency" - a sample issued by the Ministry of Education and Science. The welding competency certificate grants the right to perform welding activities.

ESSENCE OF THE COURSES

The training is divided into two parts: theoretical and practical, and concludes with exams in accordance with Article 34 of the ZPAO.

Welding Processes:

  • Process 111 - Manual arc welding with coated electrodes (MMA);
  • Process 131 – Gas metal arc welding with a consumable electrode (MIG);
  • Process 135 – Gas metal arc welding with a consumable electrode in active gas (MAG);
  • Process 141 – Tungsten inert gas welding with a non-consumable tungsten electrode (TIG);
  • Process 311 – Gas-oxygen welding (OAW);
  • Process 81 – Gas-oxygen cutting (OAC);
  • Process 912 – Soldering;
  • Process 121 – Submerged arc welding.
Levels of qualification in welding in accordance with the Unified Requirements for the Conditions, Organization, and Content of Professional Training for Obtaining Welding Qualification:
  • Welder for corner seams
  • Welder for sheet material
  • Welder for pipes
Courses are conducted with all types of metals and alloys and all welding materials. Each trainee is provided with a separate workstation with local extraction, individual protective equipment, and the necessary tools and accessories.
Training for obtaining welding qualifications is carried out according to curricula and programs developed in accordance with the state educational requirements for qualification in the profession of “Welder.”

FORM OF CONDUCTING THE COURSES

  • In-person – theoretical and practical parts;
  • Group or individual;
  • Courses are planned with partial detachment of trainees from production duties and a pre-agreed schedule, taking into account available time;
  • Corporate training – based on a developed curriculum tailored to the specific needs of the organization (activity specifics, equipment, materials);
  • Location – Neksas Academy.

BENEFITS AND ADVANTAGES OF TRAINING AT NEKSAS ACADEMY

  • Acquisition and expansion of technical knowledge in a modern training facility;
  • Additional opportunity for practice and observation in a production environment;
  • The training groups allow for individual contact with each trainee;
  • Independent workstation equipped with modern equipment;
  • The welding qualification certificate opens new opportunities for a prestigious and well-paid career in the "Industry", "Construction", and "Manufacturing" sectors.

ACCESS REQUIREMENTS FOR THE COURSES

  • Minimum educational level – sixth grade;
  • Minimum age – 16 years;
  • Health condition – absence of medical contraindications for training and practicing the profession of “Welder.”

Required documents for enrollment in a course for part of the profession “Welder”:
  • Application for inclusion in professional training for a part of the profession;
  • Copy of a document proving the minimum entry educational level;
  • Medical document certifying the candidate’s health condition;
  • Declaration of consent for processing personal data for the purposes of professional training;
  • Actual photo, passport size – 2 pcs.

ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR CANDIDATES

  • After training for a qualification level, it is possible to obtain the next level in accordance with Article 4, Paragraphs 1 and 3 of Regulation No. 7 on the Conditions and Procedure for Obtaining Welding Qualification;
  • Opportunity to obtain a certification for approving welding personnel. The certification is acquired after passing an exam before an independent certifying body for welding personnel, accredited in accordance with BS EN 17024 - 2012 by the Executive Agency “Bulgarian Accreditation Service” (BAS).

Enrollment Form

Information

Sofia

Chelopechene District, 28 Yane Stoyanov Street

+359 2 946 81 71

neksas@neksas-bg.com

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