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Canceled due to no registrants by Henry on 6/27~tt

TIG welding is generally recognized as the welding technique of choice for high quality artisans and more exotic materials including aluminum and stainless steel.  TIG is more demanding technically than MIG.  TIG require the simultaneous use of both hands and one foot (controlling the amperage pedal.)

This 3 and 1/2 hour hands-on introduction.  Class size is 4 people facilitating one-on-one learning and direct mentoring. Each participant will have the use of a fully equipped TIG welding station.

The objective of the TIG series is for you to be able to comfortably weld using the TIG process and to practice different kinds of welded joints.

The class includes shop safety and hazard awareness and proper use of Personal Protection Equipment. There is a brief introduction to welding theory and proper preparation of materials. Each student will go through the set up process for TIG welding on a Miller 215 Welder. 

BARN will provide Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)

A materials fee of $15 for steel coupons, gas, tungsten, filler rod, and recycling is included in the price of class.

Participants must wear long sleeve shirt and pants in natural fiber clothing and closed toe shoes (preferably leather or cotton).  Stretch fabrics are prohibited.

Instructor: 
Erin Munter was raised locally on the Island. In her 20's she moved to Oakland, California and attended the welding program at Laney College for 4 years. During this time she interned and volunteered at a metal arts school called The Crucible. She returned to Bainbridge Island and began doing furniture bases and other fabrication for Coyote Woodshop. Eventually she moved on to work at an Island fabricating shop as well as teach at another Kitsap area school aimed towards children's welding education. She still currently does fabrication all over Kitsap. Her passion is everything welded including large and small indoor and outdoor household amenities. She also takes part in the local art community with sculptures in local shows past and future. 

Received 5-21 via a calendar from Henry and posted on 5/21