Title: Quick Start Guide: TIG Welding
Author: mfucilli
Published: October 25, 2024
Last modified: July 24, 2026

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 This 1.5hr class will cover basic operation of using a TIG welder to join steel.
Perfect for beginner welders. Ages 14+ This is a one-on-one class with Ben Stepanian
of 518Welding. After purchase, you will coordinate a time with the instructor via
email to complete the class. The instructor is typically available weekday evenings
and weekends.   

Welding is easy to learn, but difficult to master. This class will cover the basic
operation of a TIG welder to join steel. At the end, you'll feel comfortable enough
to practice using the welder on your own time. 

If you've never touched a welder before, we'd suggest starting with our [MIG welding class](https://www.tvcog.net/civicrm/event/info/?reset=1&id=3063),
unless you have a specific reason for using TIG. 

**Cost: **$60 TVCOG Members | $70 Non-Members

**Your Instructor: **Ben Stepanin from 518 mobile welding offers a wealth of knowledge
and principles in design and fabrication from his experience as a mechanical engineer
as well as over 8 years of welding experience. 518 Mobile Welding is a small business
that specializes in metal fabrication and welding for onsite or inhouse jobs, whether
its a quick repair or a built to order project.

**Scheduling: **This is a custom-scheduled, one-on-one class with an experienced
instructor. It will take 1.5 hours to complete. After purchase, you will receive
contact info for the instructor. Let the instructor know your availability, and 
coordinate a time to complete the class. The instructor is typically available weekday
evenings and weekends.   

**Safety**: We will provide safety glasses, hearing protection, welding helmet, 
welding jacket, and gloves. Please wear closed-toe shoes (no mesh sneakers. Leather
preferred), as well as natural fiber pants and long sleeve shirt. 

**No previous experience necesary.** All materials included. Participants must be
14+. Discounts will automatically be applied to current COG members during the registration
process.

When

 October 26th, 2024 12:00 AM to December 31st, 2026 5:30 PM

Location

Tech Valley Center of Gravity
 30 Third Street Troy, NY 12180 United States

Contact

 Phone: 518-244-3544 ext. 

 Email: [info@tvcog.net](https://www.tvcog.net/civicrm/event/info/info@tvcog.net?id=3066&output_format=md&reset=1)

Class Fee(s)

 |  1 Student |   $70.00  |

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