Introduction to MIG welding

Location

Dunedin

Duration
Five weeks (Tuesday and Thursday evenings, 6.00pm-8.00pm)
Delivery

On campus

Start
2 August 2022
Apply
Anytime
  • Location
    Intake
    Study breaks
  • Dunedin
    1 January 2021
  • Dunedin
    4 May 2021
  • Dunedin
    10 August 2021
  • Dunedin
    1 February 2022

Learn how to work safely, how to understand the principles of a MIG welder and how to weld different positions. You will also discover how to weld the different types of welds.

About MIG WELDING

  • Deemed a semi-skilled process easier to learn
  • Welds thicker steel components
  • All industry uses MIG so it's a common process
  • Welds stainless steel, mild steel, aluminium
  • Ideal for work at home (e.g. welding trailers, horse floats, garden furniture and gates).Directions

Please note: Due to health and safety requirements in this course, students must have a reasonable level of English language skills. This course is run subject to sufficient numbers.

Directions

Classes are held in A block, Forth Street. Click here for a map. 

Materials

All materials for the course are provided. All you need to bring is overalls, safety glasses and steel cap boots.  

For more information

Please email EngTrades@op.ac.nz or phone 0800 762 786 for more information.

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