Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Strand:
TVL - SMAW
About
TVL - Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
The SMAW strand under the Technical-Vocational-Livelihood (TVL) Track in the K-12 Curriculum prepares students for careers in welding, metal fabrication, and structural engineering. This program follows TESDA competency standards, allowing students to earn National Certifications (NC I & NC II), which qualify them for employment in the construction, shipbuilding, automotive, and manufacturing industries or for entrepreneurship in welding services.
Senior High School students who graduated with SMAW, may have the opportunity to get assessed and obtain a National Competency Certificate by TESDA, or continue with the college education.
Key Areas of Study
Welding Fundamentals
Understanding welding tools, materials, and safety protocols
Basic and Advanced SMAW Techniques Practicing different welding positions (flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead)
Metal Cutting and Fabrication
Learning oxy-acetylene cutting, grinding, and shaping techniques
Blueprint Reading & Welding Symbols Interpreting engineering drawings and industry-standard welding symbols
Structural and Pipe Welding
Gaining skills in assembling and welding pipelines and structural components
Preventive Maintenance & Inspection
Ensuring weld quality through testing and troubleshooting
Entrepreneurship in Welding
Preparing students for self-employment or running a welding business
Program Facilities
The Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) Training Room at E. Zobel Foundation, Inc. is a specialized facility designed to provide hands-on training in shielded metal arc welding processes. This facility is upgraded also to future migration of Shielded Metal Arc Welding to Manual Metal Arc Welding. The training room is equipped with industry-standard welding equipment, safety gear, and materials, allowing students to gain practical experience and develop the skills needed to succeed in the welding industry.
The SMAW Training Room provides students with:
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Hands-on experience with industry-standard welding equipment and processes.
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Expert instruction from experienced welding professionals.
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Opportunities for national competency certification in shielded metal arc welding.
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Enhanced job prospects and career advancement opportunities in the welding industry.
Career Path for SMAW Graduates
Skilled Trades & Technical Careers
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Certified Welder
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Fabrication Technician
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Pipe Welder
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Structural Welder
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Boilermaker
Specialized and Advanced Fields
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Underwater Welder
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Aerospace Welder
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Robotic Welding Operator
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Nondestructive Testing (NDT) Specialist
Business & Entrepreneurship
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Welding Shop Owner
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Metalwork Contractor
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Custom Metal Artist
Government & Corporate Opportunities
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Shipbuilding & Maritime Welding
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Welding Trainer (TESDA/DepEd)
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Welding Inspector​​
Required Qualifications
Grade 10 completer (from public and private JHS)
May be applied:
Alternative Learning System (ALS) certified
Philippine Educational Placement Test (PEPT) Passer
Balik-Aral beneficiary
Submission Requirements
PSA Birth Certificate
Grade 10 Report Card / Form 138
Good Moral Certificate
2 pcs. 2X2 Picture
Student Story
"My experience in studying my chosen strand was great. All materials and teaching by hands on is complete, I was able to learn without academic pressure."
- Joshua B. Ayap, TVL SMAW Student
