week 2

This week in welding I began learning the basics of welding and went over the different aspects of the mig machine. Mig welding is a type of welding where the electrical current that creates the massive amount of heat, flows through the rod that is automatically fed the the gun. This type of welding is a very common type of welding used out in the welders field, it is quicker, cheaper, and more consistent than other types of welding. As of right now I am just getting a general feel/ technique of welding steel on steel with the mig machine. Mr. Baer says after I become proficient in this type of welding I can move on to the other types they have at the shop. Learning these things and being allowed the opportunity to learn such things really excites me and makes me happy. I really enjoy learning how things work and why they work that way and I'm excited for our next session.