1. MIG Machine and Gun Identification
Machine labels, gun families, contact tips, nozzles, diffusers, liners, and drive rolls.
Coming SoonCourse planning page
MIG Welding Fundamentals
Beginner GMAW training support for machine setup, gun identification, drive rolls, wire, gas, and common replacement parts.
Skills Covered
- Identify MIG machines, guns, liners, tips, nozzles, and diffusers
- Understand wire feed path basics
- Match shielding gas starting points to process needs
- Set voltage and wire feed speed using instructor guidance
- Use parts diagrams to find common replacement parts
Safety Topics
- PPE and lens shade selection
- Shielding gas cylinder handling
- Wire pinch points and feeder safety
- Gun heat and nozzle spatter
- Ventilation and fume awareness
- Hot work cleanup
Module List
2. Wire Feed Path Setup
Spool setup, drive-roll pressure, liner path, contact tip fit, and gun condition checks.
Coming Soon3. Shielding Gas Basics
Common MIG gas starting points, flowmeter awareness, and leak-check habits.
Coming Soon4. Flat Beads and Fillet Welds
Gun angle, stickout, travel speed, bead shape, and simple visual inspection.
Coming Soon5. Common MIG Problems
Birdnesting, burnback, porosity, poor wire feed, and incorrect consumable fit.
Coming SoonLab Exercises
- MIG gun consumable identification lab
- Wire-feed path inspection checklist
- Drive-roll and liner matching worksheet
- Flat bead practice plate
- Porosity and wire-feed troubleshooting station
Student Workbook, Instructor Guide, and Quiz Bank
MIG Welding Student Workbook
Printable GMAW workbook planned. No pricing, ISBN, or official approval assigned.
Coming SoonMIG Welding Instructor Guide
Instructor-facing lab setup lists, rubrics, and teaching notes planned.
Coming SoonMIG Welding Quiz and Test Bank
Question bank planned for local instructor review.
Coming SoonRelated WSP Articles and Tools
MIG Support
Related WSP reference for this course.
Open referenceMIG Consumables
Related WSP reference for this course.
Open referenceFind My Filler Metal
Related WSP reference for this course.
Open referenceRelated Consumables and Parts
MIG Gun Support
Parts and consumable lookup path for classroom support.
Open lookupMIG Machine Support
Parts and consumable lookup path for classroom support.
Open lookupMiller MIG Drive Rolls
Parts and consumable lookup path for classroom support.
Open lookupBuy Options
| Resource | Type | Status | Next Step |
|---|---|---|---|
| MIG Welding Student Workbook | Student workbook | Coming Soon | Request quote |
| MIG Welding Instructor Guide | Instructor guide | Coming Soon | Request quote |
| MIG Welding Quiz and Test Bank | Quiz/test bank | Coming Soon | Request quote |