This four-hour class will cover safe and proper setup of the South Bend lathe through lecture and hands-on demonstrations. The course is designed for new users who have a strong interest in metalworking tools. We will cover threading, boring, drilling, and turning.

Gain hands-on experience with woodshop machines, turning a rough-sawn piece of hardwood into a cutting board. Beginners welcome.

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.

Learn the basics of MIG welding in a safe, encouraging environment. Open to all levels, including complete beginners.

Learn the basics of MIG welding in a safe, encouraging environment. Open to all levels, including complete beginners.

Learn how a laser cutter works, what materials can be cut with it, and how it can expand your making skills and engrave your artwork.

Gain hands-on experience with woodshop machines, turning a rough-sawn piece of hardwood into a cutting board. Beginners welcome.

Learn the basics of MIG welding in a safe, encouraging environment. Open to all levels, including complete beginners.