Vehicle Structure Welding II

Auto Body Technician · Level 6 · 5 Chapters

▣ What this unit covers

In this unit, you will be able to confidently prepare, set up, and perform both manual metal arc and MIG welding on vehicle structures, ensuring every weld meets precise job specifications and safety standards. You’ll master the skills to accurately level vehicle components, select the right materials and tools, and thoroughly inspect and record your work, all while maintaining a safe and efficient workspace. By the end, you’ll be ready to contribute quality craftsmanship and safety awareness to real-world vehicle repair and fabrication projects.

■ Where this takes you

Mastering Vehicle Structure Welding II opens doors to a variety of dynamic careers across Kenya’s vibrant automotive and manufacturing sectors. Your skills will be highly sought after in places where precision, safety, and quality welding are crucial to building and maintaining vehicle structures.

In the jua kali sector, skilled welders are essential for fabricating and repairing vehicle frames, trailers, and custom automotive parts, enabling you to start your own workshop or join established artisans.
County government works often require welding expertise for maintaining public transport fleets and municipal vehicles, offering stable employment opportunities.
Companies like KenGen and Kenya Railways rely on welders to maintain and construct durable vehicle and machinery structures, providing careers in large, organized industries.
The bustling matatu industry depends on welders to repair and reinforce vehicle bodies, ensuring safety and compliance—a critical role that can lead to both employment and entrepreneurial ventures.
In construction sites, welders contribute to fabricating and repairing construction machinery and vehicles, broadening your scope beyond just automotive work.
The hospitality sector, especially in transport and logistics divisions, requires vehicle maintenance experts to ensure efficient operations.
By mastering welding to ISO 17637 standards, you become a professional who guarantees safety and quality, making you a valuable asset in any workshop or factory.
Skilled welders can earn a steady income through employment or boost their earnings by starting their own welding and vehicle repair businesses, serving local communities and industries.

Your welding skills are not just about joining metals—they are about building a future where you can create, innovate, and contribute to Kenya’s growing economy. Keep honing your craft; the road ahead is full of opportunities waiting for your expertise!