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Intro to Wood Router Class

$75

with Eric Dunder, Portland Adult Education

Calendar May 22, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week
This 2-hour familiarization class will teach you how to assemble & disassemble the router, types of bits, insertion into the router table, and use both in the router table and as a handheld tool. The class is discussion-based, not project-based. If you have your own router and want to explore how to assemble & disassemble, feel free to bring it.

Introduction to Programming in Python

$100

with Elizabeth Willard, Portland Adult Education

Calendar May 24, 2025 at 10 am, runs for 1 week
The class begins with an overview of Python, a language designed for code readability. You will learn the basics of Python and programming concepts like variables, loops, functions, and classes. You will gain working knowledge needed to begin coding and using Python for your day-to-day tasks. No prior experience is needed, but a computer will be needed in order to participate.

Intro to Woodshop

$150

with Eric Dunder or Chuck Devine, Portland Adult Education

Calendar Jun 4, 2025 at 9 am, runs for 1 week
Gain hands-on experience with woodshop machines, turning a rough-sawn piece of hardwood into a cutting board. Beginners welcome.

Intro to Welding

$160

with Beau Cormier, Portland Adult Education

Calendar Jun 4, 2025 at 5:30 pm, runs for 1 week
Learn the basics of MIG welding in a safe, encouraging environment. Open to all levels, including complete beginners.

Intro to Electronics Soldering

$100

with Tomas Amadeo, Portland Adult Education

Calendar Jun 7, 2025 at 2 pm, runs for 1 week
Learn to solder electrical components to circuit boards and join electric wires. This 3-hour course introduces the tools, materials, safety considerations, and skills for making sound soldered joints. You’ll learn important safety practices for handling high temperature tools, use of appropriate PPE, all done in a ventilated environment. You’ll hone your new soldering skills through a series of practice exercises using electrical circuit components.

Intro to Welding

$160

with Beau Cormier, Portland Adult Education

Calendar Jun 14, 2025 at 10 am, runs for 1 week
Learn the basics of MIG welding in a safe, encouraging environment. Open to all levels, including complete beginners.

Intro to Woodshop

$150

with Eric Dunder or Chuck Devine, Portland Adult Education

Calendar Jun 14, 2025 at 10 am, runs for 1 week
Gain hands-on experience with woodshop machines, turning a rough-sawn piece of hardwood into a cutting board. Beginners welcome.

Intro to Welding

$160

with Beau Cormier, Portland Adult Education

Calendar Jun 18, 2025 at 5:30 pm, runs for 1 week
Learn the basics of MIG welding in a safe, encouraging environment. Open to all levels, including complete beginners.




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