Spark Up Your Life With a Welding Course
July 8, 2026
Learn to Weld or Improve Your Current Skills
Learn to weld or improve your current skills through Walters State’s Welding Level
2 (MIG) class. The class meets on Tuesdays, Aug. 18-September 15, 4-8 p.m. in the
welding classroom at the Walters State Great Smoky Mountains Expo Center. The cost
of the class is $379. To register or for more information, contact Kellie Hendrix
at Kellie.HendrixFREEWS or 423-798-7988.
MIG welding refers to the gas metal arc welding process. This is used extensively
in the manufacturing industry. It is easy to learn and highly productive. This is
a hands-on class focused on the basic concept of spray welding, industry standards
and safety. The class also covers standard equipment set-up, selection of joint and
weld position, and out-of-position welds. Safety is always stressed. All assignments
are self-paced. The cost covers all needed equipment.