From Manual Welding Excellence
to Programmable Robotic Automation
The Welding & Robotics domain at IACE combines two of the most in-demand manufacturing skills into one integrated programme. Learners first master core welding processes — SMAW, GMAW/MIG, GTAW/TIG, spot welding and plasma cutting — along with safety, symbols, drawings and inspection. They then progress to industrial robotics, learning to program and operate FANUC and Panasonic robots for welding, spot welding and pick-and-place applications, backed by simulation in FANUC RoboGuide.
Current Trends & Future Perspective
Understanding the evolving landscape of welding and robotics
Welding Industry Demand
Welding remains indispensable across automotive, railway, aerospace, shipbuilding, oil & gas, construction and heavy engineering. At the same time, industrial robotics is transforming these very industries — spot welding lines, robotic arc welding cells and automated material handling are becoming standard.
High-Demand Skills
Professionals who combine strong welding fundamentals with robot programming and simulation skills are among the most sought-after in modern smart factories, both in India and abroad.
Industry at a Glance
What We Cover
Comprehensive curriculum designed for welding & robotics expertise
Welding Fundamentals
Joint types, positions and safety
SMAW, GMAW & GTAW
Stick, MIG/MAG and TIG processes
Spot Welding & Cutting
Resistance welding and plasma cutting
Welding Symbols & Inspection
Drawing reading and quality inspection
Robot Fundamentals
Structure, axes and teach pendant
Coordinate Systems
Joint, World, User and Tool frames
Motion Programming
Point-to-point, linear, weaving
Panasonic & FANUC Robots
GMAW, spot and pick-and-place
RoboGuide Simulation
Offline programming and simulation
Learning Methodology
Career Opportunities
On successful completion, participants are prepared for diverse roles across the welding and robotics industry
Welder / Welding Operator
SMAW, MIG, TIG, Spot
Fabrication Technician
Metal Fabrication
Welding Inspector
Quality Inspector
Production Supervisor
Fabrication & Welding
Robot Operator
Robot Programmer
Automation Technician
Automation Systems
Simulation Engineer
RoboGuide Programming
Commissioning Technician
Maintenance
Entrepreneur
Fabrication or Automation Business
Industry Roles
Auto, Aerospace, Railway, Shipbuilding
Career Highlights
Industry-Recognized Certification