About this Event
Instructor: Julia Hill
Summary: In this 4 hour course students will learn the basics and safety of TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) Welding.
Description:
Students will learn the basics of cutting, welding, its application, and safety. This class will cover angle grinding, cutting with a bandsaw, basic info on types of welding and welding machines. Students will be practicing on mild steel and making a cube to gain some competence in TIG welding. TIG applications and welding different types of metal will be discussed.
Concepts and Tools Covered in This Course:
Stock Steel Prep
Adjustable Metal Clamps and Magnets
Angle Grinding
Pressurized Air Cylinder Safety and Use
TIG Setup, Safety and Use
Auto Darkening Face Masks and Welding Safety
About the Instructor:
Julia Hill was born in New Orleans, LA in 1983. She studied sculpture and printmaking at Tulane University and received her Bachelor of Fine Arts in 2005. Julia’s work incorporates many different genres, including performance, installation, puppetry, metal fabrication, carpentry, ceramics, drawing, and painting. Her large-scale puppets have been performed at The High Museum, The World of Coca-Cola, The Atlanta Zoo, The Hambidge Center, The New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, and numerous regional parades and festivals. In addition to her studio pursuits, Julia Hill works as an art and technical director, designing and constructing physical components for other artists and productions. She enjoys collaboration, has a passion for facilitating artistic visions, and enjoys re-purposing materials and exploring creativity with humans of all ages. Julia Hill lives in Atlanta, GA.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: What is the dress code?
A: Closed toed shoes, as well as long cotton pants and shirts are a must. Please wear leather or canvas shoes, not synthetic sneakers. For your own safety, no synthetic fabrics please. Gloves, jackets, earplugs and eye protection will be provided.
Q: When do ticket sales end?
A: Ticket sales end two days before the event begins.
Q: How many people can sign up?
A: Each class has a maximum of 4 people.
Q: Is there an age requirement?
A: Students must be above the age of 11, Students under 18 will either need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian or will require additional permission paperwork.
Q: Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
A: If you have any questions or concerns, email us at [email protected]
Q: Is my registration/ticket transferable?
A: Yes, please notify us before ticket sales end about any transfer of purchase.
Q: What is the refund policy?
A: We will refund any ticket requested for any reason up to a week before the course runs, after that point we can only give credit to a future course. No call, No show absences cannot be refunded or transferred. If the class cannot run as scheduled, for whatever reason, purchaser will have the option of a full refund or credit towards the makeup course.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
MASS Collective, 364 Nelson St. SW, Atlanta, United States
USD 125.00
