Faq

Our program offers training in a variety of welding formats that include: .

• Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)
• Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)
• Flame Cutting
• Oxyfuel Welding and Cutting
• Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
• Submerged Arc Welding

To complete Clark's Welding coursework, students are required to become certified in FCAW and one other process of their choice in either GTAW or SMAW processes

Because welding cover so many different areas, specific qualities that help to be successful in this field are as follows:

• Ability to bend and lift
• Ability to work in confined spaces
• Ability to work in a team structure
• Basic mechanical ability
• Effective problem-solving skills
• Good eye-hand coordination
• Manual dexterity
• Patience
• Proficient computer skills
• Solid math skills

TIG stands for Tungsten Inert Gas. Unlike MIG or ARC welding, TIG uses an electrode separate from the filler material. This electrode is called the tungsten, and different varieties of them have different welding characteristics. The inert gas is typically Argon, or sometimes Helium or a mixture

Argon can be used for nearly all TIG welding. Helium is sometimes used when greater penetration is required, or for higher speed welding with a hotter arc.