This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to carry out welding operations using tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding. It involves preparing for the task, selecting and using TIG welding equipment, setting gas flow pressures and welder settings, selecting and using suitable personal protective equipment (PPE), performing welding to given specifications, inspecting and testing weld quality, and completing workplace processes and documentation.

This unit applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.