Weld.com Courses

Stick Welding 101 - Getting Started with SMAW

3 ratings

Introduction to stick welding (SMAW): learn about its advantages, popular applications, and essential techniques for beginners. Ideal for farmers, hobbyists, and those new to welding.

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

TIG Welding 101: Introduction to GTAW - Basics and Troubleshooting

2 ratings

Comprehensive introduction to TIG welding, covering equipment setup, torch manipulation, arc striking, and filler material usage. Includes troubleshooting tips and common mistakes to avoid.

• YouTube
• 39 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

6 Common Welding Safety Hazards and How to Avoid Them

1 rating

Master essential welding safety practices by learning to identify and prevent 6 common hazards including arc flash, electrical shock, toxic fumes, and proper protective measures for a safer work environment.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

MIG Machine Setup for Beginners

1 rating

Step-by-step guide to setting up and understanding a MIG welding machine for newcomers, covering essential components and their functions.

• YouTube
• 26 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

AWS D1.1 SMAW 3G Qualification Test Tutorial

1 rating

Step-by-step tutorial on passing the AWS D1.1 SMAW 3G qualification test, covering tack placement, cleaning, welding techniques, and tips for success in vertical position welding.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Ultrasound Non-Destructive Testing Overview for Welding

1 rating

Explore ultrasound non-destructive testing techniques, including shear wave, transducers, and phased array. Learn about scanning methods, certification, and practical applications in welding inspection.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Common Stick Welding Questions - Understanding Electrodes, Polarity, and Techniques

Master essential stick welding techniques, from understanding 7018 electrode classification to proper polarity selection and directional welding methods, addressing common challenges for improved weld quality.

• YouTube
• 13 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Everything You Need to Know About Welding Hoods

Discover essential welding helmet options from budget shells to custom pipeliners, comparing features, lenses, and safety gear to protect your eyes, lungs, and wallet effectively.

• YouTube
• 13 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Beginner Welding Tools I Regret Buying

Discover which budget welding tools from Amazon are worth buying and which ones fail under real testing conditions through head-to-head comparisons and performance evaluations.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Don't Let Welding Symbols Ruin Your Joints - Understanding Basic Welding Joints and Symbol Reading

Master the five basic welding joints and decode weld symbols to ensure proper joint design, covering fillet vs groove welds, arrow positioning, and V/U/J/K preparations for optimal load matching.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Welding Wire 101 - What Beginners Get Wrong

Master welding wire fundamentals: solid, flux-cored, metal-cored types, gas mixes, sizing, AWS classifications, and proper filler-to-base metal matching for stronger welds.

• YouTube
• 13 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Beveling Plate with a Plasma Cutter - Tips for Clean Cuts and Less Grinding

Master the technique of beveling plate with a plasma cutter, from marking and cutting straight bevels to piercing holes in various thicknesses, with practical tips for cleaner cuts and minimal grinding.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Skills-Based Welding Training vs Career Diploma Path

Explore Inconel welding techniques, career paths, and ATF certification with industry expert Aaron Wulk covering process selection, common mistakes, and professional development strategies.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Purge Stainless Steel Like a Pro - TIG Welding Techniques and Setup

Master professional stainless steel TIG welding with purge math, dual-flow setup, penetrating vs bridge tacks, 6G positioning, and feathering techniques for clean, sugar-free roots.

• YouTube
• 12 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Secret to Picture-Perfect MIG Welds

Master short-circuit MIG welding techniques for perfect "stack of dimes" finish on outside corner joints, covering torch angles, travel patterns, machine settings, and troubleshooting tips.

• YouTube
• 11 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video