Course Description
When to use a MIG welder versus a TIG welder can be tough to distinguish. TIG welding is more commonly used for thinner gauge materials. Items that are made with this process are things like kitchen sinks or anything that requires a precise, gentle touch. TIG welding is often a cleaner process, but much slower and technical than MIG welding.
Mig Welding/Tig Welding is an 8-week course designed to instruct you in basic GMAW(MIG) and GTAW(TIG) welding. You will also learn the practical and theoretical, fundamentals and procedures. In this course we will explore both methods of welding along with joint preparation, various techniques on pipe, different thickness gauges on metal and plate, types and sizes of filler metal, shielding gases, and more.
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of Basic Mig Welding/Tig Welding, you will:
- gain confidence in the techniques required for MIG and TIG welding.
- understand when one method is more appropriate than the other.
- learn the skills for metal edge preparation.
- TIG weld with stainless steel.
- understand GMAW Gas Metal Arc welding.
- obtain a Recognition of Participation certificate.
Prerequisites
This course has no prerequisites.
Notes
Participants will need to bring their own pair of safety glasses, steel-toed boots, cotton or natural fiber coveralls, and Mig and Tig Welding Gloves. A welding helmet is optional, but self-darkening welding helmet is highly recommended.
Basic course materials are included. Personal Project Materials are extra.
If enrollment for this course is insufficient, it may be postponed or canceled. To secure your spot, we encourage early registration.
