Welder training - MTU Aero Engines

MTU Aero Engines has been providing welding and brazing qualification training for over 30 years. The courses are delivered by engineers and welding instructors who work in failure analysis and production services. Our new training program offers welding and brazing qualification training in accordance with DIN ISO 24394 and DIN ISO 11745, respectively.

MTU’s welder's school is a DVS®-training institution and -examination center for welding and brazing for aerospace applications within the scope of DIN ISO 24394 and DIN ISO 11745.

Prior to starting the training, certain eligibility criteria as specified in DIN ISO 24394 (welding) or DIN ISO 11745 (brazing) must be met, for example evidence of satisfactory vision must be provided. Participants are required to bring their own safety shoes and protective clothing to wear for the duration of the practical part of the course and for the practical examinations. Classes are held Monday to Friday from 7 a.m. until 4 p.m.

Current course fees and dates are available on request (minimum number of participants: 4 persons). The course fees cover practical and theoretical training, including training materials. Upon successful completion of the training or qualification tests, participants are issued with a certificate of participation or a qualification test certificate.

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We offer the following courses:

Basic course in TIG welding

This introductory course teaches participants the practical and theoretical basics of TIG welding.

Practical contents	Theoretical contents
Welding of butt and fillet joints on various materials (tubes/sheet/plate)	TIG welding basic (processes and Equipment) Weld joint preparation Welding defects Filler materials Safety & health at work

Course duration: 5 days.

Basic course in flame brazing

This introductory course teaches participants the practical and theoretical basics of flame brazing.

Practical content	Theoretical content
Flame brazing of various material groups (tubes/sheet/plate)	Flame brazing basics (processes and equipment) Brazing defects Brazing alloy and flux selection Safety & health at work

Course duration: 5 days.

Preparation for the welder qualification test (in accordance with DIN ISO 24394)

The preparatory course is specifically designed to prepare participants for the welder qualification test in accordance with DIN ISO 24394.

Practical content	Theoretical content
Participants are taught the practical skills required for the respective welder qualification test.	Welding basics (processes and equipment) Weld joint preparation Welding defects Welding symbols and drawings Material behavior during welding Filler materials Safety & health at work Welder qualification test designation and welding procedure specification (WPS)

Course duration: Depends on scope of qualification test and manual skills

Preparation for the flame brazer qualification test (in accordance with DIN ISO 11745)

The preparatory course is specifically designed to prepare participants for the flame brazer qualification test in accordance with DIN ISO 11745.

Practical content	Theoretical content
Participants are taught the practical skills required for the flame brazer qualification test.	Brazing basics (processes and equipment) Brazing defects Drawings Brazing alloy and flux selection Brazer qualification test designation and brazing procedure specification (BPS) Safety & health at work

Course duration: Varies with the scope of examination and practical skills.

Welder qualification test (in accordance with DIN ISO 24394)

Prior to taking the qualification test, candidates must provide documented evidence of satisfactory vision in accordance with the requirements of DIN ISO 24394. MTU offers visual acuity tests at its premises for a fee. The qualification test comprises a practical part and a theoretical part.

Practical content	Theoretical content
Candidates weld the test pieces in the applicable material groups as per the scope of examination specified by the customer.	The written part comprises 36 general multiple-choice questions and four questions on each of the applicable material groups.

Assessment: The welded test pieces must satisfy the minimum requirements specified in the standard. In order to pass the written part of the test, candidates must achieve an overall score of 80 % or higher. Candidates who pass the test receive a qualification test certificate in accordance with DIN ISO 24394.

Flame brazer qualification test (in accordance with DIN ISO 11745)

Prior to taking the qualification test, candidates must provide documented evidence of satisfactory vision in accordance with the requirements of DIN ISO 11745. MTU offers visual acuity tests at its premises for a fee. The qualification test comprises a practical part and a theoretical part.

Practical content	Theoretical content
Candidates flame braze the test pieces in the applicable material groups as per the scope of examination specified by the customer.	The written part comprises 25 general multiple-choice questions.

Assessment: The brazed test pieces must satisfy the minimum requirements specified in the standard. In order to pass the written part of the test, candidates must achieve an overall score of 80 % or higher. Candidates who pass the test receive a qualification test certificate in accordance with DIN ISO 11745.

External training courses/Examinations/Weld seam visual inspection course

External courses/examinations:
Our staff conduct the training courses and qualification tests for welders and flame brazers on site at your company premises.

Weld seam visual inspection course:
This training course gives participants an introduction to the visual inspection of weld seams and their imperfections based on practical exercises. On completion of the course, participants are issued with a certificate of participation.

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