MIG Welding I Short Course

What You Will Learn

Students will apply welding safety and develop basic skills in gas metal arc welding (GMAW) processes. This includes applying learned skills in equipment set-up and care, selection of proper materials, review power sources and polarities, modes of filler metal transfer, filler metal identification and use and conduct welding procedures as directed for flat groove welds (1G) and horizontal fillet welds (2F). Students will be required to purchase and use personal protective equipment (PPE). The following items are required:

• Welding Helmet, with #10 Lens
• Welding Cap
• Safety Glasses
• Gloves
• No tennis shoes or sandals. Must wear closed toe shoes/boots.
• No shorts or short sleeves allowed in lab. Must wear jeans and cotton long sleeve shirt.