MIG Welding for Beginners ($36 with promo code in description)

MIG Welding for Beginners is a recurring class that introduces the MIG welding process for hobbyists and home users. MIG (Metal- Inert Gas) is an arc welding process that uses wire fed from a spool to carry the arc and deposit filler metal, while shielded by an inert gas mixture of Argon and CO2. The class focuses on learning the fundamentals of safety, material prep, and tool use for welding on mild carbon steel. This class is part of a series being supported by Fulton County Arts and Culture to provide affordable arts instruction. Use the promo code "fulton" to pay $36 for this class (70% discount from normal price). The promo code is intended for Fulton County residents. Residency verification will not be required. Support for programming is provided in part by Fulton County Arts & Culture. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- In this class, you will learn how to prepare and set up a workpiece, set up and safely run the welder, and successfully join pieces of metal together. You will practice running several beads, and then weld small plates together to practice and demonstrate basic joints used in welding. Anything you weld on is yours to take home at the end of the class. What to Wear (required): Long-sleeve 100% cotton button-up shirt (denim or flannel works great) Long work pants Leather or closed toed work shoes Hair pulled back * No jewelry