Welding 101 - Learn to Weld with Confidence

 Beginner-friendly

 On-Demand & Self Paced

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This Eastwood University on-demand course delivers a complete, practical introduction to welding. You’ll learn essential shop safety, how to select the right welder for your projects, and step-by-step techniques for MIG, TIG, Flux-Core, and Stick welding on both steel and aluminum. 

Learn the fundamentals of welding from real-world automotive fabricators and experienced welding professionals. Whether you’re restoring a classic car, building a race project, or just getting started in your home garage, Welding 101 gives you the skills, confidence, and safety knowledge to do it right.
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Master MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux-Core Welding for Automotive & DIY Projects

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Meet Your Instructors

Vince Colaiacovo
Vince is a skilled welder and fabricator from Keystone Metal Company with over 14 years of hands-on experience in precision metalwork.
Cody Barimani
Cody is an automotive enthusiast and is Eastwoods Product & Engineering Manager for over 12 years.
Boost your confidence, master "the field".
Stop guessing. Stop burning holes in metal. Learn welding the right way—from experienced professionals who do it every day.

Who This Course is For

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Built for Beginners. Trusted by Enthusiasts. This course is designed for:

  • Automotive restoration hobbyists

  • DIY garage builders

  • Motorsports enthusiasts

  • First-time welders with no prior experience

  • Anyone who wants a solid foundation before buying a welder

No prior welding experience required.


What You'll Learn

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  • Understand when and why to use MIG, TIG, Stick, or Flux-Core welding

  • Choose the right welder based on your power, budget, and project needs

  • Set up machines correctly (polarity, voltage, wire feed, gas, amperage)

  • Weld common joint types: butt, lap, tee, corner, and plug welds

  • Safely weld automotive sheet metal without warping

  • Weld steel and aluminum, including MIG spool gun aluminum welding

  • Work confidently and safely in your home shop

    • What's Included

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    Flux-Core Welding

  • No shielding gas required

  • Ideal for beginners and outdoor welding

  • Machine setup, polarity, wire selection, and technique

  • Stitch welding for thinner materials


    • MIG Welding (Steel)

  • Clean, fast, and perfect for automotive sheet metal

  • Shielding gas selection and setup

  • Wire types, machine settings, and torch technique

  • Butt, lap, tee, corner, stitch, and plug welds


    • MIG Spool Gun Welding (Aluminum)

  • Why aluminum requires different techniques

  • Wire types (4043 vs 5356) and gas selection

  • Proper stickout, angles, and heat control

  • Achieving strong, clean aluminum welds without TIG

    • Stick Welding

  • When and why to use stick welding

  • Common electrodes: 6010, 6013, 7018

  • Amperage setup and arc striking techniques

  • Welding dirty or heavy material outdoors

    • TIG Welding (Foundational Concepts)

  • Process overview and material capabilities

  • Precision control and clean weld principles

  • When TIG is the right choice for your project


    • SAFETY & SHOP SETUP

    • Proper welding helmets and shade selection

    • Gloves for different welding processes

    • Jackets, boots, and protective clothing

    • Respirators, ventilation, and fume control

    • Fire prevention, shop layout, and cable management

    • Extension cord safety and power delivery

    You’ll learn how to weld safely, not just how to weld.

    • Welding fundamentals & terminology
    • Welder selection (120V vs 240V, multi-process vs dedicated)
    • Power requirements and real-world garage limitations
    • Shop setup, safety gear, and best practices
    • Machine setup, troubleshooting, and technique
    • Real demonstrations on actual material—not theory
    • Downloadable Cheat Sheets
    • eBooks for each Section

    Frequently asked questions

    Do I need welding experience?

    No. This course starts from the basics and builds step-by-step.

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    Do I need expensive equipment?

    No. We explain budget-friendly options and how to grow into better equipment over time.

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    Is this course automotive specific?

    The skills demonstrated in this on-demand course apply to general fabrication, DIY, and home projects as well.

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    Can I weld aluminum after this course?

    Yes. You’ll learn aluminum MIG spool gun welding fundamentals and TIG aluminum welding.

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    Is safety covered?

    Extensively. Safety is a core part of this on-demand course.