From Curious to Confident: Spark New Skills with Fleming’s Weekend Welding Courses
For many, the world of sparks and molten metal may seem like a skill reserved for welding or industrial professionals. But at Fleming College, we believe anyone can learn new skills and the best time to start is right now — whether you’re looking to switch careers, level up your do-it-yourself (DIY) game, or simply try something brand new.
As a cornerstone of a wide range of trades industries — from construction to manufacturing — welding offers more than just a new skill; it opens doors to meaningful opportunities. That’s why our weekend courses take you beyond just a glimpse into the trade. We focus on building hands-on competency that will help you you gain technical confidence and industry-standard experience to strengthen your resume or complete a DIY project.
Why Welding? Why Now?
In today’s fast-paced world, our weekdays are often packed with work and family commitments. That’s why we’ve designed our introductory welding courses specifically for busy schedules. Held in our state-of-the-art Kawartha Trades and Technology Centre, these 12-hour weekend workshops provide a safe, supportive, and highly practical environment for you to gain welding skills.
Under the guidance of welding experts, you won’t just sit and listen to welding instructors teach a lesson — you’ll be welding. From the moment you strike your first arc, you’ll be building the confidence to take on projects you once thought were impossible.
Choose Your Process: MIG, TIG, or Stick
Not sure where to start? Each of our welding courses focus on a specific welding process, each with its own unique application:
- Metal Inert Gas (MIG) Welding or Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW): A Beginner’s Favorite
If you’re looking for fast results and a gentle learning curve, MIG welding is your gateway. Using a continuously fed wire electrode, it is one of the most user-friendly methods to master. It’s the “point-and-shoot” of the welding world — clean, efficient, and perfect for automotive repairs, light fabrication, and home DIY projects. Explore Introduction to MIG (GMAW)
- Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) Welding or Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW): All About Precision
For those who value detail, aesthetics, and control, TIG welding is a must-learn. Using a non-consumable tungsten electrode, this process allows for incredible precision on thinner materials like aluminum and stainless steel. It’s highly sought after in aerospace, high-end manufacturing, and artistic metalwork. If you want to create welds that look as good as they hold, this is the course for you. Explore Introduction to TIG (GTAW)
- Stick Welding or Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW): For All-Around General Interest
Stick welding is the ultimate process for those who like to “fix-it-all” and is known for its simplicity and effectiveness in various conditions including the outdoors. It remains the industry standard for construction and heavy repair — with stick welding you can weld almost anything, anywhere. Explore Introduction to Stick (SMAW)
Success Story: From Nervous to Capable
Take it from Mark, a local homeowner who joined us recently for a weekend course, who said “I always thought welding was something other people knew how to do.” His goal was to repair a trailer hitch but he didn’t know where to start.
Between a full-time job and family life, he couldn’t commit to a semester-long program. He signed up for a weekend MIG course instead. “I walked in nervous, but the instructor broke everything down step-by-step. By Sunday afternoon, I was confidently practicing bead runs — something I didn’t even know about when I first stepped into the doors at Fleming. I fixed my trailer the following weekend!” Mark’s story isn’t unique — it’s a similar story told by our learners who arrive with zero background and leave with a brand-new sense of independence.
Ready to Spark a New Skill?
Whether you want to take just one course or master all three, our small class sizes ensure you get the one-on-one instruction you need to stay safe and succeed.
Spaces are limited. Reserve your spot today and turn your curiosity into a life-long skill:
View all Welding and Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB) Testing Courses at Fleming College.
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