This is a 2 part course!
March Class Dates
PART 1 - Saturday March 6 \ 7pm - 9pm
PART 2 - Sunday March 7 \ 10am - 2pm
In this combined metal shop and welding workshop, participants will have an opportunity to learn safe operation of a variety of tools in order to complete a six sided die project. Upon successful completion of the workshop, participants should be able to:
Safely operate the metal bandsaw, bench grinder, drill press, angle grinder, and MIG welder
Inspect, set up, and perform cuts using the metal bandsaw
Deburr and clean edges of their workpiece using the bench grinder
Set up, including setting speed and fastening the workpiece, and perform drilling operations using the drill press
Selecting the appropriate abrasive and use the angle grinder
Perform proper start up and shut down procedures for the MIG welder
Perform 8 outside corner welds using the MIG welder
Participants should bring:
Close toed shoes (work shoes are preferred, and non-synthetic materials preferred), ensure that the laces are not frayed.
Wear clothes that are sturdy and flame resistant (e.g. denim, cotton) as synthetic fibers (e.g. polyester) pose a personal hazard in the welding shop environment. Jeans and long sleeve shirt would be appropriate. Ensure that your clothing does not have frayed edges (e.g. around the cuffs of your pants)
Participants will be provided with:
Metal shop PPE
Eye glasses
Ear plugs
Welding helmet
Welding gauntlets
Welding spats
Welding beanie
$230 + tax