WLD52 Beginners Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) "MIG"

Introduce yourself to the theory and shop practice of GMAW or "MIG" welding! Classroom lecture topics include types of power sources, machine settings and maintenance, types of filler wires, shielding gases and process applications.

Shop work will include welding on material thicknesses ranging from 1/16” to 3/8” using conventional GMAW power sources and mini MIG units. Most of the shop work will be on mild steel. There will be demonstrations on aluminum and Flux-core arc welding.

This course is designed as a career exploratory course and no personal project work is allowed.

Prerequisite: Grade 9 or equivalent.

Hours: 36.00


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Enrollment begins
Jun 1, 2012
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Section A - Feb 4 to Mar 20, 2013
Mon & Wed, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Text: Selected ILM Modules (approximately $40); GMAW Welding Video, $30 (purchase recommended). NOTE: MIG Pliers are required for this course. GST applicable. Course materials for this class must be purchased from NAIT’s book store. Call the bookstore at 780-471-7717 to find out the bookstore location. Students are also required to bring their own personal protective equipment. Safety glasses, steel toe shoes, and welding gloves.
Campus: Souch Campus
Fee: $640
No longer available for registration:
In Progress Section A - Feb 6 to Mar 21, 2012
Mon & Wed, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
No classes Feb. 20th or 22nd. 2012. Text: Selected ILM Modules (approximately $40); GMAW Welding Video, $30 (purchase recommended). NOTE: MIG Pliers are required for this course. GST applicable. Course materials for this class must be purchased from NAIT’s book store. Call the bookstore at 780-471-7717 to find out the bookstore location. Students are also required to bring their own personal protective equipment. Safety glasses, steel toe shoes, and welding gloves.
Campus: Souch Campus
Fee: $630
In Progress Section B - Feb 6 to Mar 21, 2012
Mon & Wed, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
No classes Feb. 20th or 22nd. 2012. Text: Selected ILM Modules (approximately $40); GMAW Welding Video, $30 (purchase recommended). NOTE: MIG Pliers are required for this course. GST applicable. Course materials for this class must be purchased from NAIT’s book store. Call the bookstore at 780-471-7717 to find out the bookstore location. Students are also required to bring their own personal protective equipment. Safety glasses, steel toe shoes, and welding gloves.
Campus: Souch Campus
Fee: $630
Last Updated: 2/11/2012 3:55:51 PM

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