Metal Shop: An Introduction to MIG Welding and Metal Arts

Note: This is a combined all-in-one class which covers the content of the Metal Working Basics and Beginner Welding classes condensed into a single full day.

What you’ll learn:

• MIG Welder
• Chop Saws
• Band Saw
• Angle Grinders
• Proper Shop Safety
• and more!

The structure of the class is generally:

• Safety overview
• Setting up the shop
• Lecture on metal fabrication, welding processes and more
• Hands-on with metal tools
• Hands-on with welding tools
• Practice time
• Cleaning up the shop

Instructor Contact: [email protected]

Experience Level: All are welcome! Although this class will be geared towards a beginner level. Please notify the teacher if you have previous welding/metalworking experience and how you would like to benefit from the class.

WHAT TO BRING:

• If you have it, bring your own welding PPE: welding gloves, welding mask, safety glasses, and ear muffs. We do have enough for everyone to borrow, but we understand if you prefer your own.
• Water (closed-top bottle)
• Snacks & Lunch (although there are close by spots to grab food)
• Outdoor-appropriate clothing (our class is held outdoors, rain or shine)
• Clothing should be natural fibers: long sleeves, jeans and closed-toe shoes-- cottons denims, natural leather, preferably. (Synthetic fabrics like blends/polyester/rayon/nylon are plastics and will melt.)

Don’t see a date for this class that works for your schedule?: Contact the Metal Shop Director, Briona Hendren, to request a potential date or arrange a 1-on-1 class with her. Contact via email at [email protected].

**Please note** This class is intended for adults. If you have a minor intersted in taking this class please reach out to the instructor prior to purchasing tickets.

Cancellation Policy: Attendees must register for classes or request cancellations/refunds 7 days in advance. (Some classes may require more time.) Eventbrite fees will be charged to the attendee. No walk-ins.

• Due to Covid-19 and/or weather restrictions, classes are subject to rescheduling/ cancellations. Refunds would be issued at that time if necessary

Host or Publisher Chimera Arts