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MIG Welding Introductory Course (Metal Inert Gas)

MIG Welding (Metal Inert Gas) is a widely used welding process in fabrication and manufacturing environments. This course provides a practical introduction to MIG welding, focusing on safe equipment use, correct setup, and the development of essential welding techniques.

Qualification

MIG Welding Introductory Course

Awarding Body

EKGTA

Delivery Method

3 Days. 08.30 - 15.30 daily

Price

£695.00

Confirmed Dates

What’s Included?

This course includes expert-led instruction, hands-on welding practice in a workshop environment, and all required learning materials. Participants gain practical experience setting up MIG welding equipment and producing welds on a range of materials.

Who Should Attend?

Ideal for individuals seeking an introduction to MIG welding, including apprentices, trainees, or those looking to develop basic welding skills for use in the workplace.

Assessment

  • Assessment is continuous and practical, based on safe working practices, correct equipment setup, and the quality of welds produced during the course.

Additional Notes

Please note that this course may be cancelled and rescheduled if no uptake is received up to 14 days prior to the course start date.

A cancellation fee of 30% will be charged for cancellations within 24 hours of the course date. Failure to attend without notice will result in a full charge.

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The MIG welding course was very hands-on and well explained. It gave me confidence using the equipment and understanding different settings.

Anon. Participant

Course Content

  • Safe use of MIG welding equipment and materials

  • Startup, setting, and shutdown procedures

  • Machine settings for different materials and thicknesses

  • Use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

  • Safe handling and storage of compressed gas bottles

  • Welding procedures and techniques

  • Basic troubleshooting and maintenance of welding equipment

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Work safely with MIG welding equipment

  • Set up and operate MIG welding machines correctly

  • Adjust settings for different materials and thicknesses

  • Produce basic welds using MIG welding techniques

  • Apply safe working practices in a welding environment