Everything But Sheet Metal 101 : BUS (Basic Use and Safety)

In this Basic Use and Safety workshop, students will learn how to safely set up and use a variety of fabrication tools in the metal shop:

Horizontal & vertical bandsaw

Drill press

Iron worker

Bench grinder

Sander

Completion of this single 2 hr class certifies students to use equipment independently as a Makerspace NYC member or a non-member on a day pass. Please note, this is at the instructor's discretion.

Requirements

Students must come to class with appropriate attire, which includes closed-toe shoes, long pants, and hair tied back. Clothing must be made of a non-synthetic material. Makerspace NYC will provide safety glasses, gloves and ear protection. Open to all, ages 18+

Current Session and Pricing

Tuesday, September 16th - 5:30-7:30pm

Member $95 // Non-member $110

Instructor

Scott (he/him) is the Co-founder and Executive Director of Makerspace NYC. Scott holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Maryland Institute College of Art as well as an A.A.S. in Graphic Design. He has been a ‘maker’ for over twenty-five years, creating sculptures, furniture, vehicles, and instruments. His 25 years of architectural metalwork experience can be seen in private residences, storefronts, museums, and restaurants all over New York City. Recent clients range from Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, and Stella McCartney’s flagship store in Soho, to the Museum of the Chinese in the Americas, and Cartier’s exterior gates and window guards.

Scott has created, guided, and managed the development of industrial fabrication at Makerspace's Staten Island & Brooklyn Army Terminal (BAT) locations. Scott holds proficiencies in a myriad of extensive fabrication tools and techniques that cover the gamut of engineering and application in bringing true products to life.

REFUNDS/CANCELLATIONS:

If we cancel, we will refund you and notify you. You may cancel and get a refund up to three days before the class. After that, refunds are contingent on us being able to fill your seat. Under no circumstances do we offer refunds to individuals who cancel on the same day. This ruins the party for everyone. In the event that you cancel, Eventbrite fees are non-refundable.

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