- Type Certification
GMAW Welding
Issued by
Northwest State Community College
Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), commonly known as MIG (Metal Inert Gas) welding, is an advanced type of arc welding that utilizes a continuous solid wire electrode fed through a welding gun, with shielding gas (typically argon or a mix of argon and carbon dioxide) to protect the weld pool from contamination. This method requires specialized equipment, including a welding machine, wire feed system, welding gun, and a shielding gas supply. Setting up GMAW can be complex, requiring a higher skill lev
- Type Certification