Welding I: Essentials, Safety, and MIG Class
With Nathan Koral
Fusing metal together with electricity? Let's go! Whether you are an aspiring artist, an engineering student, a contractor or just curious about how welding works, this class will get you off and running. All skill levels welcome.
In the first part of this class you will learn an overview of welding: a short history of welding, demonstrations of different types of welding, safety and essential tools and equipment. We will discuss the metalworking equipment available at the Tool Library. The second part of the class will be a practice session of MIG (Metal Inert Gas) welding, where you will have a chance to try it out for yourself!
Prerequisites: None. No Experience Required.
Class Capacity: 8 maximum, 3 minimum
Materials Provided?: Yes
Age Limit: 13+ (guardian required if under 18)
Partner Ticket Available?: No
Available for a Private Class?: Yes (info)
Clothing/Equipment Requirements?: Closed shoes, long pants, and sleeves (preferably no synthetic material) that you don't mind getting dirty. If you wear hair ties or reading glasses, bring them.
About the Teacher
Nathan Koral works as a project manager for EG Studio, an art fabrication company in Denver, since 2015. He has degrees in physics and math from the University of Colorado. Using his skills with welding, machining, electrical engineering, and lighting design, Nathan has helped EG Studio build public art installations all across the country. Check out their website at ElmendorfGeurts.com