This fun hands-on IWCC Continuing Education course, led by Welding Instructor, Casey Kingl, offers a comprehensive approach to creating your own metal art. The course will cover MIG and STICK welding, metalworking, and fabrication techniques, with an emphasis on safety, material prep and material selection.  MIG Welding is sometimes described as the “hot glue gun” of steel. 
Clarinda Welding Center

23rd Ave Business Center   Fridays  5:30 – 8:30pm
This fun hands-on IWCC Continuing Education course, led by Welding Instructor, Shay Bertgantzel, offers a comprehensive approach to creating your own metal art. The course will cover MIG and STICK welding, metalworking, and fabrication techniques under Shay’s guidance, with an emphasis on safety, material prep and material selection.  MIG Welding is sometimes described as the “hot glue gun” of steel. Our staff has assembled an inspirational scrap pile of shapes and sizes of steel, or bring some of your own, to create creatures, critters and anything you can imagine.

23rd Ave Business Center   Saturdays     8am – 12pm 
Discover the basics of Metal Inert Gas (MIG) welding in this hands-on course designed for beginners. Whether you’re exploring welding as a potential career or looking to learn a practical new skill, this class provides the foundational knowledge and experience you need to get started. This course is ideal for individuals with no prior welding experience who are interested in learning the basics of MIG welding for personal projects, hobby work, or entry-level career preparation. Equipment: All tools, materials, and PPE provided.

Tues/Thurs  5p – 9pm 23rd Ave Business Center
TIG welding (tungsten inert gas) is a precision technique that uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode. 
It’s known for its high-quality results and its applications across various industries, such as:
1. Automotive Industry: Exhaust systems, fuel tanks, and engine components.
2. Aerospace Industry: Aircraft components like aluminum/titanium structures and fuel lines.
3. Fabrication Industry: Joining non-ferrous metals like aluminum and copper.
 

23rd Ave Business Center   Fridays     5:30 – 8:30pm
This fun hands-on IWCC Continuing Education course, led by Welding Instructor, Shay Bertgantzel, offers a comprehensive approach to creating your own metal art. The course will cover MIG and STICK welding, metalworking, and fabrication techniques under Shay’s guidance, with an emphasis on safety, material prep and material selection.  MIG Welding is sometimes described as the “hot glue gun” of steel. Our staff has assembled an inspirational scrap pile of shapes and sizes of steel, or bring some of your own, to create creatures, critters and anything you can imagine.

Mon/Wed  5p – 9p  23rd Ave Business Center
In this course, students will enhance their skills by utilizing a combination of GMAW/MIG and SMAW/Stick Welding techniques to complete multiple projects in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions. As the class progresses, students will explore a variety of electrode types and sizes, gaining the knowledge to adjust settings for each specific application and position.
The course includes a brief introduction to FCAW (Flux-Cored Arc Welding), focusing on its relevance to structural and outdoor welding applications. By the end of the course, students will have the opportunity to attempt AWS certifications, showcasing their proficiency and readiness for professional applications.
This hands-on course is ideal for those looking to advance their welding skills and explore new techniques essential for structural and industrial welding work.

23rd Ave Welding Center    Mon/Wed       9am – 12pm
In this course, students will enhance their skills by utilizing a combination of GMAW/MIG and SMAW/Stick Welding techniques to complete multiple projects in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions. As the class progresses, students will explore a variety of electrode types and sizes, gaining the knowledge to adjust settings for each specific application and position.
The course includes a brief introduction to FCAW (Flux-Cored Arc Welding), focusing on its relevance to structural and outdoor welding applications. By the end of the course, students will have the opportunity to attempt AWS certifications, showcasing their proficiency and readiness for professional applications.
This hands-on course is ideal for those looking to advance their welding skills and explore new techniques essential for structural and industrial welding work.
 

23rd Ave Business Center     Saturdays    8am to 12pm
Discover the basics of Metal Inert Gas (MIG) welding in this hands-on course designed for beginners. Whether you’re exploring welding as a potential career or looking to learn a practical new skill, this class provides the foundational knowledge and experience you need to get started. This course is ideal for individuals with no prior welding experience who are interested in learning the basics of MIG welding for personal projects, hobby work, or entry-level career preparation. Equipment: All tools, materials, and PPE provided.

This fun hands-on IWCC Continuing Education course, led by Welding Instructor, Casey King, offers a comprehensive approach to creating your own metal art. The course will cover MIG and STICK welding, metalworking, and fabrication techniques under, with an emphasis on safety, material prep and material selection.  MIG Welding is sometimes described as the “hot glue gun” of steel.
Clarinda Welding Center

23rd Ave Business Center   Fridays    5:30 – 8:30pm
This fun hands-on IWCC Continuing Education course, led by Welding Instructor, Shay Bertgantzel, offers a comprehensive approach to creating your own metal art. The course will cover MIG and STICK welding, metalworking, and fabrication techniques under Shay’s guidance, with an emphasis on safety, material prep and material selection.  MIG Welding is sometimes described as the “hot glue gun” of steel. Our staff has assembled an inspirational scrap pile of shapes and sizes of steel, or bring some of your own, to create creatures, critters and anything you can imagine.

23rd Ave Business Center   Fridays    5:30 – 8:30pm
This fun hands-on IWCC Continuing Education course, led by Welding Instructor, Shay Bertgantzel, offers a comprehensive approach to creating your own metal art. The course will cover MIG and STICK welding, metalworking, and fabrication techniques under Shay’s guidance, with an emphasis on safety, material prep and material selection.  MIG Welding is sometimes described as the “hot glue gun” of steel. Our staff has assembled an inspirational scrap pile of shapes and sizes of steel, or bring some of your own, to create creatures, critters and anything you can imagine.

23rd Ave Business Center    Mon/Wed     6pm – 9pm
In this course, students will enhance their skills by utilizing a combination of GMAW/MIG and SMAW/Stick Welding techniques to complete multiple projects in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions. As the class progresses, students will explore a variety of electrode types and sizes, gaining the knowledge to adjust settings for each specific application and position.
The course includes a brief introduction to FCAW (Flux-Cored Arc Welding), focusing on its relevance to structural and outdoor welding applications. By the end of the course, students will have the opportunity to attempt AWS certifications, showcasing their proficiency and readiness for professional applications.
This hands-on course is ideal for those looking to advance their welding skills and explore new techniques essential for structural and industrial welding work.

23rd Ave Business Center   Fridays    5:30 – 8:30pm
This fun hands-on IWCC Continuing Education course, led by Welding Instructor, Shay Bertgantzel, offers a comprehensive approach to creating your own metal art. The course will cover MIG and STICK welding, metalworking, and fabrication techniques under Shay’s guidance, with an emphasis on safety, material prep and material selection.  MIG Welding is sometimes described as the “hot glue gun” of steel. Our staff has assembled an inspirational scrap pile of shapes and sizes of steel, or bring some of your own, to create creatures, critters and anything you can imagine.