TIG Welding for Beginners

TIG Welding for Beginners is a class that introduces participants to the process of TIG welding at the hobbyist level. TIG stands for Tungsten-Inert Gas and is a welding process that is popular with hobbyists because it is very versatile. If it can be welded: TIG can do it.

This class will cover welding safety, machine setup, basic welding concepts, and material preparation first. Once all that is done, participants will learn about forming a weld puddle and shortly after running a bead using filler wire. Lastly the class will cover welding different types of joints.

This class only covers basic DC TIG welding and is intended to give the foundation for students to begin developing their skills. Students will leave having only practiced on mild steel but will have the fundamentals for most materials, including stainless steel. Aluminium can only be welding with AC TIG. AC TIG has more considerations but is easier to learn with a strong DC foundation, such as the one this class provides.

Meetup Details:

$175 (pay on the Meetup page)

Griffin Brown is the instructor

What to Wear (Required):

Pants made of natural fibers. No shorts or pants that will melt.

Close toed shoes.

Long hair must be tied back.

No dangling jewelry, especially around the neck.

Long sleeved shirt made of natural fibers is preferred, however a welding jacket can be provided during the class to those who wish to forego this.

Proper welding gloves and a welding hood will be provided for the duration of the class if needed.

Failure to meet these criteria may result in refusal to accept the individual into the class.