Apr 27-May 20, 2026- Mon & Weds   5pm - 9pm      23rd Ave Welding Center
TIG welding is a precision, high-quality welding technique that uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode. The term "TIG" (tungsten inert gas) references the non-reactive gas (usually argon) employed to protect the weld area from atmospheric contamination.
Examples of TIG (tungsten inert gas) welding applications include:
1.    Automotive Industry: TIG welding is used to assemble exhaust systems, fuel tanks, and engine components.
2.    Aerospace Industry: It is employed on aircraft components like engine parts, aluminum and titanium structural members, and fuel lines.
3.    Fabrication Industry: For various fabrication projects, TIG welding is used to join non-ferrous metals like aluminum, copper, and others.

Classes will meet Monday and Wednesday from 8 am – 4pm and Friday from 8 am- Noon.

The core of the course involves developing the hand-eye-foot coordination unique to TIG welding, starting with establishing a stable arc and practicing "stringer beads" on mild steel before advancing to more complex joints like lap, tee, and butt welds. Course will cover mild steel and stainless-steel techniques, emphasizing the distinct cleaning requirements and heat management strategies needed for ferrous and non-ferrous metals. By the end of the program, students will have completed several joints to demonstrate their proficiency in weld consistency and material preparation.

Jan. 27-Apr 30, 2026 Tues/Thurs 6:00p - 9:00p. Iowa Western Community College 2120 23rd Ave Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Students will perform welds utilizing a combination of GMAW/MIG & SMAW (STICK welding) on multiple projects in the flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions. As the class progresses, students will be introduced to several different electrodes as well as electrode sizes. With new electrodes/sizes, students will gain the knowledge of how to adjust settings for each, as well as for what position. Students will have the opportunity to attempt AWS certifications at the end of this course.  Students will be briefly introduced to FCAW during this course. 
 

May 19-Aug 27, 2026 Tues/Thurs 6:00p - 9:00p. Iowa Western Community College 2120 23rd Ave Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Students will perform welds utilizing a combination of GMAW/MIG & SMAW (STICK welding) on multiple projects in the flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions. As the class progresses, students will be introduced to several different electrodes as well as electrode sizes. With new electrodes/sizes, students will gain the knowledge of how to adjust settings for each, as well as for what position. Students will have the opportunity to attempt AWS certifications at the end of this course.  Students will be briefly introduced to FCAW during this course. 

Learn safety techniques and basic welding skills in this interactive experience. Participants will learn welding safety, different types of welding, and basic fabrication. Students will finish a project to take home. 
This program is open to individuals who will be in 9th – 12th grade during the upcoming 2026-2027 school year. Dates: Wednesday, July 15 
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM  
Location: Clarinda Center

Learn safety techniques and basic welding skills in this interactive camp. Campers will learn welding safety, different types of welding, and basic fabrication. Campers will finish a project to take home. 
This program is open to individuals who will be in 6th – 8th grade during the upcoming 2026-2027 school year. 
Date: Tuesday, June 30 
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM  
Location: Missouri Valley, Buss Regional Center 

Learn safety techniques and basic welding skills in this interactive camp. Campers will learn welding safety, different types of welding, and basic fabrication. Campers will finish a project to take home. 
This program is open to individuals who will be in 6th – 8th grade during the upcoming 2026-2027 school year. 
Dates: Tuesday, July 14
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM  
Location: Clarinda Center