The metal fabrication industry is short of skilled workers, so if you have ever considered welding as a second job or you would just like to learn how to weld, join our group. This hands-on course will teach you basic Gas Metal Arc Welding GTAW (MIG) welding and shielded metal arc (Stick) welding skills. Using state of the art equipment, class work will include joint design, melting points, types of filler metal and electrodes. All welding will be performed on mild steel. (REQUIRED FOR FIRST NIGHT OF CLASS: WELDING HOOD WITH #10 SHADE,SAFETY GLASSES, WELDING JACKET OR COAT, WELDING GLOVES, CHIPPING HAMMER, STEEL WIRE BRUSH AND LEATHER WORK SHOES) (Class limited to 10 students) 8 weeks/24 hours