Description
Learn Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) and earn the American Welding Society (AWS) qualification for two or more positions in the GTAW process, also known as Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding. It introduces the methods and equipment used in gas shielded arc welding, which is often used in the manufacture of spaceframe structures like bike frames and roll cages. Students will learn how to weld different types of materials, shapes, and joints.
Topics include safety, various welding position techniques, process variations and applications, manual and semi-automatic welding, use of shielding gasses, filler rods and covers manual and automatic welding.
OSHA-10 training, all instructional materials, and AWS qualification testing fee are included.
Trainee Requirement Details
Coursework provides up to 75 hours of training, including both lecture and hands-on skills/labs. All participants are required to attend safety training and are responsible to bring their own appropriate non-synthetic apparel, leather boots, safety glasses and personal hand tools as outlined by the instructor at the beginning of class. Synthetic apparel, shorts, and open-toed shoes, sandals, or flipflops are not permitted. #10 shade welding shield, jacket, and gloves are available for use, but students may bring their own, if desired.
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