Metal Works

 

The widespread introduction of automation and new technologies in the field of technical works, particularly in metalworking (steel, iron, aluminum, and their alloys), has created a need for a high level of qualification, specialization, and expertise among professionals in this industry. In a demanding technical market, workers are required to demonstrate, through certification, that they possess the necessary specialized knowledge and skills to avoid accidents and injuries in the inherently hazardous field of metalwork.

Certification not only ensures safety but also serves as a testament to the professional’s high level of expertise and the quality of their work, meeting the expectations of even the most demanding clients. In today’s labor market, certified craftsmen are increasingly sought after. Achieving certification in metalwork enables professionals to build on their experience and skills, improving both production efficiency and quality while ensuring the safety of the projects they undertake.

Overall, certification is highly beneficial for metalworking professionals. It opens up employment opportunities, enhances earning potential, and validates expertise in a variety of specialized roles, such as:

  • Craftsman Rubber Moulder
  • Welding and Metal Cutting Technician
  • Technician Pipefitter
  • Metal Cleaning and Painting Technician
  • Machine Tool Technician
  • CNC Operator
  • Rubber and Thermoplastic Welding and Epoxy-Acrylic Resin Technician
  • NDT (Non-Destructive Testing) Specialist
  • Aluminum Ferrous Technician

Certification in these specializations equips professionals with the skills needed to thrive in the evolving metalworking industry while prioritizing safety and quality.

Plate Fitter Technician

scope

The TÜV HELLAS Plate Fitter Technician scheme concerns a specialized technician able to perform autonomously, responsibly and based on the specifications of the designer manufacturers the cutting, shaping, assembly, installation and repair of rolling products and simple metal constructions.

 

Knowledge framework (syllabus)

  • Materials Technology
  • Mechanical Technology
  • Quality Control
  • Mechanical Design
  • Safety and Health at Work.

 

Examination methodology

Theoretical and Practical examination 

Certification Requirements

At least Compulsory education and technical training
 

Welding and Metal Cutting Technician

scope

The TÜV HELLAS Technical Welding and Metal Cutting scheme concerns a skilled craftsman able to perform autonomously, responsibly and based on the specifications of the manufacturers-designers the cutting operations, the final shaping of the edges of the metals to be welded, the final assembly of the metals and the welding of metals , carried out according to the welding method described in the welder's specialty.

 

 Specializations 

  1. SMAW/MMA Arc Welding Technician
  2. Wire Mesh GMAW (MIG–MAG) Technician
  3. GTAW (TIG) Wire Arc Welding Technician
  4. Oxygen-Acetylene Fusion Welding Technician (Welder) 

 

Knowledge framework (syllabus)

  • Material technology
  • Special equipment
  • Mechanical properties of materials
  • Welding and cutting technology and other equipment
  • Mechanical design
  • Safety and health at work

 

Examination methodology

Theoretical and Practical examination

Certification Requirements

At least Compulsory education, certificate of posting and technical training
 

Pipe Fitter Technician

scope

The TÜV HELLAS Pipe Fitter Technician scheme concerns a specialized technician able to perform autonomously, responsibly and according to the specifications of the designer manufacturers, the work of cutting, forming, assembling, installing and repairing pipes and piping networks.

 

Knowledge framework (syllabus)

  • Technology of materials
  • Special equipment of Pipeworks
  • Mechanical Properties of materials
  • Technology of Welding and cutting and other equipment
  • Mechanical Design
  • Safety and Health at Work

 

Examination methodology

Theoretical and Practical examination

Certification Requirements

At least Compulsory education and technical training
 

Metal Cleaner & Painter

scope

The TÜV HELLAS Metal Cleaners & Painters Scheme concerns on the one hand a specialized technician who mechanically cleans or prepares metal surfaces (substrates) using abrasive media (sandblasting, shot blasting, water blasting) to remove oxidation, exfoliation, old paint residues, removal special types of paints and coatings and is practically the Sandblaster-Water Blaster, and on the other hand also a specialized craftsman who applies special protection and coating colors to the metal and is practically the Painter of metal surfaces.

 

Specializations

  1. Sand blaster-Water blaster for metal surfaces
  2. Painter of metal surfaces

 

Knowledge framework (syllabus)

  • Basic principles of metallurgy & metallurgy
  • Elements of mechanical design and equipment
  • Technical terminology
  • Application methodology
  • Elements of quality control & quality assurance
  • Safety and Health at Work
  • Environmental protection issues.

 

Examination methodology

Theoretical and Practical examination

Certification Requirements

At least Compulsory education and technical training
 

Machining Technician

scope

The TÜV HELLAS Machining Technician scheme concerns a skilled craftsman capable of handling and primary maintenance of machine tools. Machine tools are defined as the special machines that give shape to pieces of metal, as well as of other materials, such as plastic and synthetics.

 

Knowledge framework (syllabus)

  • Materials technology
  • Mechanical design
  • Mechanical engineering
  • Conventional machine tools and fundamentals of digital guidance
  •  Operation of conventional machine tools
  • Metrology and mechanical measurements
  • Health, safety and environmental protection.

 

Examination methodology

Theoretical and Practical examination

Certification Requirements

At least Compulsory education and technical training
 

CNC Operator

scope

The TÜV HELLAS CNC operator scheme concerns a skilled craftsman and computer numerical control machine operator capable of dealing with the handling and primary maintenance of CNCs.

 

Knowledge framework (syllabus)

  • Materials technology
  • Mechanical design
  • Digitally guided machine tools
  • Mechanical technology and Digitally guided
  • Metrology - mechanical measurements
  • Health, safety and environmental protection.

 

Examination methodology

Theoretical and Practical examination

Certification Requirements

At least Mandatory training and attendance of CNC TRAINING CENTERTM program “Operating and Programming CNC Machine Tools – Level 1”
 

Technician for chemicals bounding with thermoelastic adhesives and sealants.

scope

The TÜV HELLAS Technician for chemicals bounding with thermoelastic adhesives and sealants scheme concerns a specialized craftsman able to perform autonomously, responsibly and based on the specifications of the manufacturers - designers, the preparation, assembly - placement of pieces of various raw materials (metal, plastic, rubber etc) and their gluing using elastic and thermo-elastic adhesive materials (e.g. silicones) as well as epoxy-acrylic and related resins.

 

Knowledge framework (syllabus)

  • Materials Technology
  • Material Strength
  • Technical Engineering
  • Mechanics Quality Control
  • Occupational Health and Safety Environmental Protection

 

Examination methodology

Theoretical and practical examination

Certification Requirements

At least Compulsory education and technical training
 

NDT - Non-Destructive Testing

scope

The certification is aimed at prospective non-destructive testing inspectors, who want to work in Industry or Shipping, in the wider field of Quality Assurance and Quality Controls, as well as engineers in construction and industrial companies involved in the study, supervision and inspection of materials, facilities , construction welders, etc.

 

Specializations

  • ULTRASONIC – THICKNESS MEASUREMENTS (UT/T)
  • ULTRASONIC - INSPECTION OF CASTING WELDS (UT/W or UT/C)
  • ULTRASONIC - MANUAL PHASED ARRAY (UT/PA)
  • ULTRASONICS - TIME OF FLIGHT DIFFRACTION ULTRASONICS (UT/TOFD)
  • INDUSTRIAL RADIOGRAPHY (RT-we)
  • INTERPRETATION OF WELDING RADIOGRAPHS (RI)
  • MAGNETIC PARTICLES (MT)
  • PENETRATING LIQUIDS (PT)
  • VISUAL INSPECTION (VT)
  • DIRECT VISUAL INSPECTION OF WELDS (VT-dsw)

 

Examination methodology

The tests we perform as TÜV HELLAS are in accordance with the requirements of TÜV NORD as they follow the ISO/IEC 17024 accreditation of TÜV NORD Czech, s.r.o. (Certificate of Accreditation No. 390/2016), according to ISO 9712 & ISO 20807 .

 

More information about NDT seminars can be found here

Aluminum Iron Constructions Technician

scope

The TÜV HELLAS (TÜV NORD) Technical Aluminum Constructions certification scheme concerns a specialist craftsman, with knowledge and skills related to the technology, entrepreneurship, dynamics and applications of aluminum systems and corresponding iron frames, who applies and utilizes modern trends and capabilities of these two materials with professionalism, responsibility and consistency in order to satisfy and cover the needs of each customer and the maximum performance and quality of construction.

 

 Specializations

  1. Aluminum Fabricator (Assistant and Technician)
  2. Blacksmith (Assistant and Craftsman)

 

Knowledge framework (syllabus)

  • Domestic and International Market, Material Technology
  • Frame Systems, Construction Costing
  • Quality and Quality Assurance System
  • CE Certification
  • Health and Safety at Work

 

Examination methodology

Theoretical exam and Practical exam

Certification Requirements

At least Compulsory education and technical training
 

Contact Details

TÜV HELLAS
Mesogeion Av. 282
155 62 Cholargos, Greece

Tel.: +30 215 215 7434
Fax: +30 210 6528025
peoplecertification@tuv-nord.com