Upon completion of the course, trainees will be equipped with technical knowledge in the areas of cutting and hot bending, gusset plate development, and project assembly using the Gap and Tack Weld methods. Additionally, the workings of structural steel fitting will also be taught, alongside safety practices, such as the proper tool and equipment handling, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
Categorised into five test levels, it starts out at the Tradesman stage, before advancing to the Trade Foreman, level upgrade, and Sec (K) phases, before reaching the final 2nd Sec K round. Upon completion of the course, there is also the option to progress to further education and training, where topics like Reinforced Concrete Works, Doors and Window Installation, Structural Steel Works, and Plumbing and Steel Works are covered.
Course Features
Course
Structural Steel Fitting
Duration
5 Days
No. of Test
1
Training Fees
$1,010
SA/SE Fees
$518
Total Course Fees
$1,528
Overview of BCA’s test syllabus
1 hour Written Test: 25 Multiple Choice Questions
- – General knowledge on safety
- – Interpretation of drawings and calculation of quantities
- – Practices of structural steel fitting
4 hours Practical Test
- – Proper handling of tools and equipment and use of PPE
- – Cutting and hot bending procedures
- – Development of gusset plates and base plate
- – Assembly of project using Gap, Tack Weld
Preparation for Written Test
- – Training materials and sample written test papers following the BCA Syllabus will be provided.
Preparation for Practical Test
- – Understanding the BCA assessment criteria.
- – Understanding the correct sequence and methods of installation.
- – Intensive training on actual test bay in accordance to BCA’s test project.