METAL FABRICATION CLASSES
Be sure to visit our frequently asked questions page to find out more information, like if you're under 18 year old can attend class.
(Yes, they can, as long as they are taking the class with a parent or guardian, and both will need their own ticket.)
(Yes, they can, as long as they are taking the class with a parent or guardian, and both will need their own ticket.)
Metal 100: Shop Orientation (Start here!) [ Fred Manke ]
Metal 100: Shop Orientation is where your metal education starts! Come get oriented to our shop floor, see what each shop can offer you, and get the lay of the land. You will get a demonstration of the cool things you can do with metal, introducing the concepts of fabrication, welding, processes and their applications, metals and how to classify them. There will be a question & answer session at the end of class as well.
Minimum Enrollment: 1 / Maximum Enrollment: 10
Class Cost: $15 Members / $40 Non-Members
Find a list of current Metal 100 Classes we have scheduled, VISIT HERE
Metal 100: Shop Orientation is where your metal education starts! Come get oriented to our shop floor, see what each shop can offer you, and get the lay of the land. You will get a demonstration of the cool things you can do with metal, introducing the concepts of fabrication, welding, processes and their applications, metals and how to classify them. There will be a question & answer session at the end of class as well.
Minimum Enrollment: 1 / Maximum Enrollment: 10
Class Cost: $15 Members / $40 Non-Members
Find a list of current Metal 100 Classes we have scheduled, VISIT HERE
Hand-Hammered Copper Bowls [ Amanda Barker ]
Participants will form a copper bowl from sheet to finished product using hammer, hand, & tree stump. Different patinas will be discussed & various methods of annealing & forming will be demonstrated. A simple clear lacquer to prevent oxidation optional.
Minimum Enrollment: 2 / Maximum Enrollment: 6
Class Cost: $90 Members / $115 Non-Members
Find a list of current Bowl Classes we have scheduled, VISIT HERE
Participants will form a copper bowl from sheet to finished product using hammer, hand, & tree stump. Different patinas will be discussed & various methods of annealing & forming will be demonstrated. A simple clear lacquer to prevent oxidation optional.
Minimum Enrollment: 2 / Maximum Enrollment: 6
Class Cost: $90 Members / $115 Non-Members
Find a list of current Bowl Classes we have scheduled, VISIT HERE
Hand-Hammered Copper Flowers [ Colette Dumont ]
Students will learn how to shape and patina a copper flower, as well as affix it to a wooden base for display. All materials included, but you may bring your own piece of wood if you would like. No experience necessary.
Minimum Enrollment: 2 / Maximum Enrollment: 6
Class Cost: $90 Members / $115 Non-Members
Find a list of current Bowl Classes we have scheduled, VISIT HERE
Students will learn how to shape and patina a copper flower, as well as affix it to a wooden base for display. All materials included, but you may bring your own piece of wood if you would like. No experience necessary.
Minimum Enrollment: 2 / Maximum Enrollment: 6
Class Cost: $90 Members / $115 Non-Members
Find a list of current Bowl Classes we have scheduled, VISIT HERE
Intro to MIG Welding [ Fred Manke ]
MIG welding is one of the most common and useful welding techniques in use today. It is fairly easy to learn and has wide application for every-day repair and fabrication.
In this class you will learn:
Class Cost: $69 Members / $89 Non-Members
Find a list of current MIG Classes we have scheduled, VISIT HERE
Intro to TIG Welding [ Fred Manke ]
TIG welding is a process that allows for welding of a large variety of metals. It requires more skill and practice than MIG welding but offers far more control and precision.
In this class you will learn:
Class Cost: $75 Members / $99 Non-Members
Find a list of current TIG Classes we have scheduled, VISIT HERE
MIG welding is one of the most common and useful welding techniques in use today. It is fairly easy to learn and has wide application for every-day repair and fabrication.
In this class you will learn:
- Equipment setup and safety.
- Basics of GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding)
- Use of personal protective equipment associated with welding.
- Part preparation.
- Welding techniques for various positions (flat, vertical, horizontal, overhead).
- Weld bead inspection and analysis.
Class Cost: $69 Members / $89 Non-Members
Find a list of current MIG Classes we have scheduled, VISIT HERE
Intro to TIG Welding [ Fred Manke ]
TIG welding is a process that allows for welding of a large variety of metals. It requires more skill and practice than MIG welding but offers far more control and precision.
In this class you will learn:
- Equipment setup and safety.
- Basics of GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding)
- Use of personal protective equipment associated with welding.
- Part preparation.
- Puddle control.
- Welding techniques for various positions (flat, vertical, horizontal, overhead).
- Welding techniques for various materials (steel, stainless steel, aluminum)
- Weld bead inspection and analysis.
Class Cost: $75 Members / $99 Non-Members
Find a list of current TIG Classes we have scheduled, VISIT HERE
Women's Welding 101 [ Amanda Barker ]
Have you wanted to learn welding, but felt intimidated by the all-too-common bearded or otherwise male-identifying instructor? I am excited to offer this first-ever course for female-identifying folks at the WorcShop for women (transgender, gender flux, androgynous welcomed) who want to learn the basics of MIG welding, as well as some basic fabrication essentials, including how to operate important power and shop tools that will assist students in making their own project (TBD) out of steel.
Minimum Enrollment: 2 / Maximum Enrollment: 6
Class Cost: $69 members / $79 non-members
Find a list of current Women's Welding Classes we have scheduled, VISIT HERE
Have you wanted to learn welding, but felt intimidated by the all-too-common bearded or otherwise male-identifying instructor? I am excited to offer this first-ever course for female-identifying folks at the WorcShop for women (transgender, gender flux, androgynous welcomed) who want to learn the basics of MIG welding, as well as some basic fabrication essentials, including how to operate important power and shop tools that will assist students in making their own project (TBD) out of steel.
Minimum Enrollment: 2 / Maximum Enrollment: 6
Class Cost: $69 members / $79 non-members
Find a list of current Women's Welding Classes we have scheduled, VISIT HERE
Metal 101: Cut, Drill, Grind (2 Days) [ Fred Manke ]
Metal 101 is a great baseline for general shop use and a prerequisite for welding, we’ll discuss material selection and identification, how to choose the right tools to cut and shape it, and safely and effectively finish parts. Along the way, we’ll touch on keystone concepts of machine tools and their operation. This is a two session class, comprised of 3-hour segments, the first being explanatory as well as hands-on, and the second to demonstrably put the skills to practical use and answer follow up questions. Completing the course will provide the student with the skills and sign off needed for proper use and care of the following tools: Abrasive Cut-off saw; Horizontal band saw; Drill press; Power drills; Angle Grinder; & Bench Grinders.
Minimum Enrollment: 2 / Maximum Enrollment: 6
Class Cost: $100 members / $120 non-members
Find a list of current Metal 101 Classes we have scheduled, VISIT HERE
Metal 102: Shear, Punch, Finish (2 Days) [ Fred Manke ]
This class is for expanding your metalworking capabilities with the plethora of tools at your disposal, where you learned the simplest ways to cut, drill, and grind in 101, in this 2 segment class you’ll learn more highly effective and specialized options for cutting, finishing and hole making. Completing the course will provide the student with the skills and sign off needed for proper use and care of the following tools: Ironworker station inc; Shears; Punch; Band-saws of all kinds; Metalmizer; Vertical band saws; Portaband; Sanding and finishing options; Belt sanders; Disk sanders; Die grinders; & Sand Blaster.
Completion of METAL 101 strongly recommended before taking this class.
Minimum Enrollment: 2 / Maximum Enrollment: 6
Class Cost: $120 members / $150 non-members
Find a list of current Metal 102 Classes we have scheduled, VISIT HERE
Metal 103: Bending & Forming (2 Days) [ Fred Manke ]
Sometimes metalworking isn’t all straightforward but rather wiggly or squished, over the course of two 3-hour segments we’ll go over the ins and outs of bending and forming bars, tubes, and sheets with the tools at our disposal including: Ring roller; Sheet break; Hauss-field bender; Getting Creative with Manual Techniques
Hydraulic presses and breaks.
Completion of METAL 101 strongly recommended before taking this class.
Minimum Enrollment: 2 / Maximum Enrollment: 6
Class Cost: $120 members / $150 non-members
Find a list of current Metal 103 Classes we have scheduled, VISIT HERE
Metal 101 is a great baseline for general shop use and a prerequisite for welding, we’ll discuss material selection and identification, how to choose the right tools to cut and shape it, and safely and effectively finish parts. Along the way, we’ll touch on keystone concepts of machine tools and their operation. This is a two session class, comprised of 3-hour segments, the first being explanatory as well as hands-on, and the second to demonstrably put the skills to practical use and answer follow up questions. Completing the course will provide the student with the skills and sign off needed for proper use and care of the following tools: Abrasive Cut-off saw; Horizontal band saw; Drill press; Power drills; Angle Grinder; & Bench Grinders.
Minimum Enrollment: 2 / Maximum Enrollment: 6
Class Cost: $100 members / $120 non-members
Find a list of current Metal 101 Classes we have scheduled, VISIT HERE
Metal 102: Shear, Punch, Finish (2 Days) [ Fred Manke ]
This class is for expanding your metalworking capabilities with the plethora of tools at your disposal, where you learned the simplest ways to cut, drill, and grind in 101, in this 2 segment class you’ll learn more highly effective and specialized options for cutting, finishing and hole making. Completing the course will provide the student with the skills and sign off needed for proper use and care of the following tools: Ironworker station inc; Shears; Punch; Band-saws of all kinds; Metalmizer; Vertical band saws; Portaband; Sanding and finishing options; Belt sanders; Disk sanders; Die grinders; & Sand Blaster.
Completion of METAL 101 strongly recommended before taking this class.
Minimum Enrollment: 2 / Maximum Enrollment: 6
Class Cost: $120 members / $150 non-members
Find a list of current Metal 102 Classes we have scheduled, VISIT HERE
Metal 103: Bending & Forming (2 Days) [ Fred Manke ]
Sometimes metalworking isn’t all straightforward but rather wiggly or squished, over the course of two 3-hour segments we’ll go over the ins and outs of bending and forming bars, tubes, and sheets with the tools at our disposal including: Ring roller; Sheet break; Hauss-field bender; Getting Creative with Manual Techniques
Hydraulic presses and breaks.
Completion of METAL 101 strongly recommended before taking this class.
Minimum Enrollment: 2 / Maximum Enrollment: 6
Class Cost: $120 members / $150 non-members
Find a list of current Metal 103 Classes we have scheduled, VISIT HERE
Weld 101: Stick, Plasma, & Oxy-Acet (2 Days) [ Fred Manke ]
Stick and Oxy-Welding are classic but still relevant welding processes from a simpler time.
Over the course of two 3 hour segments we’ll cover the foundation of selecting and welding with stick electrodes, welding, brazing and cutting with oxy-acetylene, as well as cutting and gouging with the handheld plasma, this is a great course to get a basic understanding of welding as a whole and learn some other super useful metal joining options.
Completion of METAL 101 strongly recommended before taking this class.
Minimum Enrollment: 2 / Maximum Enrollment: 6
Class Cost: $120 members / $150 non-members
Find a list of current Weld 101 Classes we have scheduled, VISIT HERE
Weld 102: MIG (2 Days) [ Fred Manke ]
MIG welding is a production welding process with great general versatility. Over the course of two 3 hour segments we’ll cover the foundations of the GMAW or MIG welding process, as well as it’s cousin FCAW or Flux core. We’ll discuss the different merits and shortcomings of both and discuss how and why to select the right process for the job. We’ll also cover machine setup and maintenance, and share some great practice regimens for honing your skill on your own time. This is a great course for those completely new to welding, returning for a refresher, or for owners of a welder looking for setup tips and tricks.
Completion of METAL 101 strongly recommended before taking this class.
Minimum Enrollment: 2 / Maximum Enrollment: 6
Class Cost: $100 members / $120 non-members
Find a list of current Weld 102 Classes we have scheduled, VISIT HERE
Weld 103: TIG (2 Days) [ Fred Manke ]
TIG welding is a precision welding process with truly epic versatility.
Over the course of two 3 hour segments, we’ll cover the foundation of TIG welding mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminum. We’ll discuss setting and maintaining the machine as well as the challenges associated with different joint configurations. Some time will also be devoted to related skills such as TIG Brazing, Thermal management and working with Exotic Metals. This is a great course for those in need of a precision welding process, those working with nonferrous metals, and anyone looking for the pinnacle of welding challenges.
Completion of METAL 101 strongly recommended before taking this class.
Minimum Enrollment: 2 / Maximum Enrollment: 6
Class Cost: $120 members / $150 non-members
Find a list of current Weld 103 Classes we have scheduled, VISIT HERE
Stick and Oxy-Welding are classic but still relevant welding processes from a simpler time.
Over the course of two 3 hour segments we’ll cover the foundation of selecting and welding with stick electrodes, welding, brazing and cutting with oxy-acetylene, as well as cutting and gouging with the handheld plasma, this is a great course to get a basic understanding of welding as a whole and learn some other super useful metal joining options.
Completion of METAL 101 strongly recommended before taking this class.
Minimum Enrollment: 2 / Maximum Enrollment: 6
Class Cost: $120 members / $150 non-members
Find a list of current Weld 101 Classes we have scheduled, VISIT HERE
Weld 102: MIG (2 Days) [ Fred Manke ]
MIG welding is a production welding process with great general versatility. Over the course of two 3 hour segments we’ll cover the foundations of the GMAW or MIG welding process, as well as it’s cousin FCAW or Flux core. We’ll discuss the different merits and shortcomings of both and discuss how and why to select the right process for the job. We’ll also cover machine setup and maintenance, and share some great practice regimens for honing your skill on your own time. This is a great course for those completely new to welding, returning for a refresher, or for owners of a welder looking for setup tips and tricks.
Completion of METAL 101 strongly recommended before taking this class.
Minimum Enrollment: 2 / Maximum Enrollment: 6
Class Cost: $100 members / $120 non-members
Find a list of current Weld 102 Classes we have scheduled, VISIT HERE
Weld 103: TIG (2 Days) [ Fred Manke ]
TIG welding is a precision welding process with truly epic versatility.
Over the course of two 3 hour segments, we’ll cover the foundation of TIG welding mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminum. We’ll discuss setting and maintaining the machine as well as the challenges associated with different joint configurations. Some time will also be devoted to related skills such as TIG Brazing, Thermal management and working with Exotic Metals. This is a great course for those in need of a precision welding process, those working with nonferrous metals, and anyone looking for the pinnacle of welding challenges.
Completion of METAL 101 strongly recommended before taking this class.
Minimum Enrollment: 2 / Maximum Enrollment: 6
Class Cost: $120 members / $150 non-members
Find a list of current Weld 103 Classes we have scheduled, VISIT HERE
Basic Artisan Metalworking (3 Days) [ Randal Meraki ]
Learn how to manipulate stainless steel with a variety of equipment to create your own flower or other sculpture. Students will learn basic artistic design, plasma torch, Oxy/Acetylene operation, basic hot metal forming, TIG welding, and various finishing tools. The class takes the student from concept to design than to cutting parts, forming parts, joining parts together, smoothing and finishing, to finally polishing their piece. The student will be able to bring the art piece home with them. All materials are provided.
Minimum Enrollment: 2 / Maximum Enrollment: 4
Class Cost: $255 members / $285 non-members
Find a list of current Basic Metalworking Classes we have scheduled, VISIT HERE
Learn how to manipulate stainless steel with a variety of equipment to create your own flower or other sculpture. Students will learn basic artistic design, plasma torch, Oxy/Acetylene operation, basic hot metal forming, TIG welding, and various finishing tools. The class takes the student from concept to design than to cutting parts, forming parts, joining parts together, smoothing and finishing, to finally polishing their piece. The student will be able to bring the art piece home with them. All materials are provided.
Minimum Enrollment: 2 / Maximum Enrollment: 4
Class Cost: $255 members / $285 non-members
Find a list of current Basic Metalworking Classes we have scheduled, VISIT HERE