Basic MIG Welding

Course Overview

Gas metal arc welding (GMAW), also known as metal arc inert gas (MIG) welding, is a semi-automatic arc welding process that uses a solid wire electrode, fed by a wire feed unit and protected by a shield gas to produce the weld metal. GMAW is the most commonly used welding process in the industry.

You will learn:

• the underpinning theory knowledge of MIG welding
• how to set up equipment correctly and safely
• how to weld in the down hand position
• how to make adjustments to the welding process to meet job requirements
• how to trouble shoot

Course Outcome:

Statement of Participation

Ways to Study

• On campus

Study Locations

• Greater Brisbane

Campus

• Eagle Farm

Course Details

• Start Date: 23 Jul 2025
• Duration: 1 month
• Workload: Part time 1 night per week (Wednesday)

What You'll Pay

• Full Fee: $370

Payment Options

• Payment plan
• Upfront payment

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Resources Required

You are responsible for meeting the minimum occupational health and safety requirements in practical classes.

• Protective clothing - long cotton drill trousers, and long-sleeved cotton drill shirt
• Eye protection – safety glasses must comply with AS1338
• Hearing protection - must comply with AS1270 (may be supplied)
• Protective footwear - safety toe, leather upper, non-slip soles must comply with AS2210
• Hair protection - peak cap with a snood capable of fully containing hair
• Welding helmet - it is preferred that you provide your own for hygiene reasons and it must comply with AS1338-1
• Long welding gloves
• If you are required to undertake activities that produce welding fumes you will be required to use P2 moulded half-face respirators, or alternative RPE of equal or higher protection

Important Information

Nambour Commencement of this night class is 5.00 pm - 8.00 m.

Related Courses

• Basic Stick Welding
• Basic TIG Welding
• Introduction to Welding

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