Courses

This course is a focus on TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) welding. Students are taught how to cut and prepare materials to be welded using the horizontal band saw, grinders, and electric arc plasma cutter. The safe set up and operation of the TIG welder is covered. Students will learn to strike and maintain an arc for welding multiple metals. The applications and use of tungsten and AC/DC polarity for welding steel and aluminum are covered in this course. A pre-requisite of MIG, Product Fabrication, or Sculptural Metalwork is required to take this course. Email lockb@durhamtech.edu for information on how to demonstrate the competency level required and how to register.