Welding I

Welding I provides a foundational introduction to gas and arc welding for beginning welders looking to get into the industry. Students learn the safe and proper handling of welding equipment, including oxy?acetylene and arc welding systems. Instruction covers welding safety practices, electrode and filler metal selection, metal cutting techniques, and the fundamentals of arc, MIG (GMAW), and TIG (GTAW) welding processes. Students gain hands?on experience operating welding equipment in a controlled lab environment. For safety reasons, students must wear long?sleeve shirts, long pants, and hard shoes. Course cost includes a welding helmet, required personal protective equipment, and basic tools.