Learn to M.I.G Weld & take home your own Fire Pit

This course is ideal for

Complete Beginners

Hobbyist

A Taster Before A Career Change

Current Employeese Looking To Add New Skills

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Course Information

Learn to MIG Weld & Build Your Own Firepit – 1-Day Experience

Ever wanted to learn how to weld but didn’t know where to start? Our hands-on, one-day MIG welding course is perfect for complete beginners or hobbyists looking to refresh their skills — and you’ll take home a firepit you welded yourself!

What to Expect

Join us for a full day in our fully equipped workshop where you’ll learn the fundamentals of MIG (Metal Inert Gas) welding and apply your new skills to build a practical, stylish firepit.

The morning session covers:

Introduction to MIG welding
Basic welding theory and machine setup
Understanding MIG welding principles
Hands-on practice welding various joints using 4mm steel

In the afternoon, you’ll:

Assemble and weld your own laser-cut firepit, using the skills developed in the morning
Work under the guidance of our experienced, qualified tutor to ensure a successful and safe build

Why Choose This Course?

This class is ideal for anyone who’s curious about welding but isn’t ready to commit to a long-term course. Whether you’re restoring an old vehicle, fixing gates, or just enjoy learning practical skills, this session gives you the confidence to get started.

You’ll enjoy:

A relaxed, friendly environment
Small group sizes for maximum tutor time
A fun and productive day for both men and women, with no prior experience needed
Skills that you can take away and apply in your home garage or workshop

Health & Safety

Please wear suitable work clothes (long sleeves required).
Protective footwear is essential – available to hire for £20.00 + VAT.
Overalls can also be hired for £25.00 + VAT.

If you have a pacemaker or wear contact lenses, please consult your doctor or optician before booking.

Our facility meets all current regulations:

Fully insured
Fume extraction and fire safety certified
Tutors are City & Guilds qualified with over 15 years of industry experience
Course overseen by an IOSH-trained Health & Safety Manager
Instruction provided by an industry-coded welder

Course Content

A short, but necessary Health and Safety talk. This will cover hazards and dangers involved in the welding process and how to overcome these safely.

We will discuss how both the MIG welding process works. How to identify and set up the equipment correctly needed for each process. Correct set up/shut down procedures

How to correctly and efficiently prepare the material prior to welding

You will be shown how to correctly lay a bead before progressing onto a varitey of different welded joints such as Lap / Butt / Tee Joints

An industry experienced and qualified tutor will be on hand at all times for advice and guidance.

What makes a good and a bad weld and why, with this we will be identifying weld faults and how to correct them by changing technique/machine setup or prep work

The correct setup of the welding machine in relation to the type of material / material thickness and welding position

Spend the afternoon Welding your own Firepit to take home with you!!!

Heatproof paint is available for you to purchase for your firepit

Schedule & Duration

10.00AM - Welding Health & Saftey

10:30AM - Explanation and Demonstration of the MIG Process

11:00AM - MIG Welding Practice

1:15PM - Lunch

1:45PM - Explanation of relevant Abrasives and Discs

2:00PM - Explanation and Demonstration of the Fire Pits and how to construct them

2:30PM - Fire Pit Welding

Equipment & Facilities

Course Requirements & Terms

What to Wear:

Please wear suitable work clothing for the environment.
Long-sleeved garments and protective footwear are essential.
If you do not have suitable clothing, welders' overalls and steel-toe boots can be provided on the day at a competitive price.
Welding headshields are available for purchase, starting from £25.

Protective Gear Provided:

A leather apron and welding gauntlets will be supplied.

Health Considerations:

If you have a heart pacemaker or wear contact lenses, please consult your doctor and/or optician before booking this course.

Refreshments & Lunch Options:

Tea and coffee are included in the course price.
Please bring a packed lunch, or alternatively, there is a café opposite and a small supermarket within walking distance.

What do we offer?

Welcome to Allied Welding Training Center

At Allied Welding, we are committed to providing a memorable, highly personal, and professional training experience for all our students. Whether you're a complete beginner, an aspiring artist, a hobbyist, or looking to become a fully certified welder, we have a course to suit your needs.

Our Welding Courses Include:

Beginner-friendly introductory welding and sculpture courses
One-to-one specialist training tailored to your goals
Company training courses for industry professionals
City & Guilds certification courses in MIG, TIG, and MMA (Stick) welding

Why Choose Us?

Small class sizes ensure you receive plenty of hands-on guidance from our fully qualified tutors.
One-to-one instruction allows students to ask specific questions and gain practical skills and theoretical knowledge needed to pass their course.
We have been established since 1989, with our training facility located next to our Welding & Engineering supply shop, offering easy access to top-quality tools, materials, and equipment.
Our fully equipped workshop features modern TIG, MIG, and MMA welding machines, as well as a wide variety of materials and thicknesses to suit all training needs.
A classroom facility is available for learning the theoretical aspects of welding, ensuring you develop a solid understanding of the process behind the practice.
Complimentary tea and coffee are available to make your training experience more comfortable.

Whether you're looking to gain confidence with welding, improve your skills, or achieve an industry-recognized qualification, Allied Welding is the place to start your journey.

What can you expect to learn?

Expert Guidance & Hands-On Training

While enrolled in any of our courses, you will receive expert instruction and guidance from our industry-coded and City & Guilds Certified welding instructors.

What You Will Learn:

✔ Welding Safety – Understanding how to weld safely for yourself and those around you, while adhering to all relevant industry regulations and guidelines.
✔ Machine Setup & Equipment Knowledge – Learning the correct setup of welding machines and gaining in-depth knowledge of the essential equipment needed to weld effectively.
✔ Welding Techniques & Practical Application – Developing correct welding techniques and practicing on a variety of materials in different welding positions to enhance your skills and confidence.

Our goal is to ensure you gain the practical skills and theoretical knowledge needed to weld safely, efficiently, and with confidence.

What comes after?

Certification & Ongoing Support

Course Completion Certification:

Upon completion of all our courses, you will receive official certification.
For our in-house courses, you will be awarded a Certificate of Competence from our approved training centre, provided in paper format and signed by your tutor.
For our City & Guilds courses, you will receive a City & Guilds accreditation, which typically arrives within two weeks of course completion.

Continued Support:

Our commitment to your success doesn’t end when the course does!
Feel free to reach out at any time with any questions or for further support as you continue your journey in welding.
Our Welding Supply store will give you continued support with preferential pricing.

Additional Information

£140

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