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Introduction to Welding Studio Power Tools (Free)

Students will become familiar with the use of power tools in the Welding Studio. Tools covered are the cold saw, horizontal and vertical band saws, drill press, hand and stationary grinders and/or "porta-band". All students should participate in this free Welding: Introduction to Power Tools before signing up for any of our Fabrication Classes (MIG or TIG #3 and #4).

The Fabrication and Project Classes and Open Studios are based on students' ability to safely and comfortably use hand and stationary power tools available in the welding studio for cutting, grinding, and preparing materials.

This class or prior shop experience is a prerequisite for signing up for Fabrication and Project classes and Open Studios.  Contact the Studio Lead if you have questions.

Details:

• This class does not cover welding equipment which is covered in MIG and TIG #1 and #2. Please see the Metal Fabrication calendar for these classes.
  
• This power tool safety class is free, but please register as class size is limited.
  
• The class begins with a safety briefing.
  
• Safety and Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) will be provided by BARN. 
• Students must wear natural fiber clothing, long pants, long sleeves, closed toe shoes (natural fiber or leather), no stretch fabrics, and long hair tied back.  

Submitted 9-16/Reviewed 9-19/tt