Basic Welding (MiG 30hrs)

The Machinists Institute is offering a free training program for employed people interested in welding.

This introductory course is open to four employees of Machinists Institute training partners to learn MiG welding basics.

This class is now FULL.

This 30hr Basic MiG welding course may be offered again in the future.

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Course Info

This course will cover introductory gas shielded MiG (metal inert gas) welding. Participants will gain insight into what to expect from a welding apprenticeship over the course of 12 lessons. Please note that this course will not result in certification, college credit or RSI hours upon completion.

Class Schedule: Wednesdays 4-7pm, 30hrs of practical

End: Wednesday 12/11/2024

Start: Wednesday 10/09/2024

Available seats: 4

Cost: Free

  • Class content will cover the following, with possibility of more content to be added later

    • Welding safety. Electrical, UV, and respiratory safety

    • Watts law V * A = W

    • Basic Welding theory, Heat, material and atmosphere. 

    • Mig welding systems small and large

    • Mig welding controls

    • WFS and Voltage, how to adjust your machine

    • Auto-darkening Welding helmets, how they work

    • Correct welding Posture, Forehand, backhand and manipulations

    • GMAW with ar/c02

    • FCAW-s E71t-8-h8

    ·                  Innershield® NR®-233

    ·                  Troubleshooting your machine

    • Identifying and correcting various welding issues. 

Jackets, gloves and helmets will be provided.

Participants must wear appropriate attire. Nylon and any other synthetic materials are extremely flammable and will be burnt through by welding sparks. For safety of all participants, it is mandatory to follow these clothing policies:

Long sleeve shirts, full length pants and footwear made from natural fibers and materials, such as 100% cotton, denim jeans, leather boots.

No hoodies, sweat pants or thick facial hair

Important Student Safety Info