12/11/2022
Welding Classes make EXCELLENT Christmas gifts! 6 week classes are filling up. Registration is going on NOW!
LEARN HOW TO WELD!
- Use welding to create artistic projects from recycled materials
- No experience is needed - beginners are more than welcome!
Fee: $195.00
Location: Centralia College campus - Tech Building Welding Lab Room 103
HOW TO REGISTER
Online:
- Go to tiny.cc/weldingclass
- Scroll down to "Intro to Artistic Welding"
Phone: 360-623-8940
CLASS SCHEDULE
** Intro to Artistic Welding and Metalworking **
MONDAYS 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Class dates:
Session 1: Jan 09 - Feb 13 (No class on Jan 16 or Feb 20)
Session 2: Feb 27 - Mar 20
Students will be introduced to beginning welding techniques and metalworking. Students will learn a variety of processes, including oxy/acetylene welding, MIG welding (GMAW), torch cutting, plasma cutting, and the use of metal shears, benders, grinders, punches, saws, and drill presses. If students are interested in learning other processes, such as TIG welding (GTAW) or stick welding (SMAW), they will be given special instruction and opportunity to practice on their own. Students will be given an opportunity to complete an artistic project of their choice. Supply list will be handed out and discussed at the first class.
** Intro to Artistic Welding and Metalworking **
WEDNESDAYS 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Class Dates:
Session 1: Jan 04 - Feb 8
Session 2: Feb 15 - Mar 22
** Blacksmithing & Forging Basics **
FRIDAYS 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Class dates:
Session 1: Jan 06 - Feb 10 (No Class on Jan 27)
Session 2: Feb 17 - Mar 17
This is an introduction to blacksmithing class. Students will learn a brief history of blacksmithing to encourage the use of a forge to make decorative handles, tools, and BBQ skewers. Students are introduced to tools and basic techniques. Reshaping of horseshoes and learning how to make a taper, a pigtail, an upset, and twisting and shaping metal, as well as learning hammering and using tongs are among the topics. Supply list will be handed out and discussed at the first class.
STUDENTS UNDER 16
Students 16 years or younger are allowed to participate with a parent or guardian present. There is no charge for the parent or guardian unless they are also welding. There is a permission slip to sign.
This class is offered as part of the Continuing & Community Education program at Centralia College. .