Description
4-Week Teen Welding 101 Class
May 19, 26, June 2 and 9
This class includes basic welding instruction, Mig machine set up, oxygen & acetylene cutting, and practice welding on a flat steel plate. Proper handling of welding equipment “stinger” will also be covered. The goal is to make proper welds without porosity undercut or wire inclusion.
Students should bring welding hood, safety glasses, welding gloves, and hearing protection (if desired). Students should wear long-sleeved flame-retardant shirt, long pants (preferably jeans) and safety shoes.
Ages: 13 – 19yrs
To qualify for the lottery drawing, you must:
- Be a resident of Polk County, NC, or Landrum, SC
- Be new to TACS’ welding program
- Commit to ALL 4 classes (5/19, 5/26, 6/2, 6/9) – Because each class session builds directly on the prior week, there is no opportunity for make-up sessions for absences.
- Be able to stand for periods up to 2 hours long and be able to lift materials up to 20 pounds
Class slots are awarded through a lottery drawing. To enter the lottery, add this class to your shopping cart, and enter all requested information. Your shopping cart will show $0.
PLEASE NOTE: By entering the lottery, you are not guaranteed a space in the class.
This program is made possible by the Mary F. Kessler grant from the Polk County Community Foundation.
