Senior High · Technical-Vocational
SMAW at Bato National High School
SMAW is a technical-vocational (TVL) strand where learners train to weld metal safely using shielded metal arc welding.
What Learners Study
01
Workshop safety and personal protective equipment
02
Reading basic welding symbols and plans
03
Welding joints in different positions
04
Checking and finishing welds
General information about this program. The school confirms the subjects, schedule and requirements for each school year.
SMAW
Level Grades 11 and 12
Track Technical-Vocational
Length 2 school years
Is It for You?
Who It Suits and Where It Leads
A Good Fit For
Learners who like hands-on, practical work
Learners who want job-ready skills after Grade 12
Future welders, fabricators and technicians
After Grade 12
Work in construction, fabrication, shipbuilding and repair shops
College: engineering technology or industrial courses
A TESDA national certificate assessment, if the school offers it
Questions
Common Questions
Ask the school for anything not answered here.
Is Welding Safe for Senior High Learners?
Learners train with protective equipment and under a teacher's supervision. Safety is the first thing the strand teaches.
Do SMAW Learners Get a TESDA Certificate?
The strand follows TESDA competencies. Ask the school whether a TESDA assessment is offered for your batch.
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Admissions
Pre-Enroll Online for the Next School Year
For incoming Grade 7 and Grade 11 learners, transferees and returning learners. Parents and guardians fill in the form at home on the school portal. The registrar checks it, then tells you what to bring.
Takes about 10 minutes on a phone
You get a reference number and can track your form
Pre-enrollment does not enroll the learner yet. The registrar confirms it
BNHS School Portal
Pre-Enroll Online
For parents, guardians and learners 18 or older. You need an email and the learner's details.
About 10 minutes
Works on a phone
Opens the BNHS school portal. Your details go to the school only.
Already pre-enrolled?