About This Course
The Aluminum Fabricator course trains students in the fabrication and installation of aluminum structural systems including windows, doors, curtain walls, shop fronts, cladding panels, and partition systems for modern commercial and residential buildings.
Aluminum fabrication is a specialist trade combining precision cutting, assembly, and installation skills. The Gulf construction market has extremely high demand for aluminum fabricators due to the widespread use of glass curtain wall façades in high-rise buildings, hotels, and commercial centers. This course is affiliated with CTEVT (Center for Technical Education and Vocational Training), Nepal.
What You Will Learn
- Cut and shape aluminum profiles using saws and routers
- Assemble aluminum window and door frames
- Install aluminum windows and door systems in buildings
- Erect curtain wall and unitized façade systems
- Install aluminum cladding and composite panels (ACP)
- Fit glass into aluminum frames and apply silicone sealants
- Install aluminum partition, shopfront, and grille systems
- Follow weatherproofing and waterproofing specifications
- Read aluminum fabrication and glazing drawings
Course Curriculum
Month 1 — Fundamentals
- Aluminum alloys and profiles for construction
- Cutting and fabrication tools and equipment
- Basic frame assembly and corner joints
- Window and door fabrication
Month 2 — Installation Systems
- Window and door installation in masonry and concrete
- Shopfront and entrance systems
- Curtain wall components and fixing methods
- ACP and aluminum cladding panel installation
Month 3 — Glazing, Sealing & Assessment
- Glass types: float, tempered, laminated, double-glazed units
- Structural silicone glazing
- Sealant application and weatherproofing
- Quality checks and final practical assessment
Career Opportunities
- Aluminum Fabricator (Nepal — construction and fenestration)
- Aluminum Glazier / Curtain Wall Installer (Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia)
- Shopfront and façade specialist
- Aluminum workshop fabricator
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this physically demanding? Moderate — it requires precision more than heavy lifting. Curtain wall installation at height requires confidence with scaffolding and harness use.
What do Gulf aluminum fabricators earn? NPR 65,000–1,00,000/month. Curtain wall specialists and glass fixers with quality certifications earn more.