MakerspaceCT upcoming events

Engineering Fundamentals Course - Wednesdays (Wednesday, May 13, 2026)

Wed, 13 May 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Engineering Fundamentals Course (EFC) – Concept to Creation Lab

The Engineering Fundamentals Course (EFC) is a free, 60-hour training program for young adults ages 18–29 who want to explore careers in engineering, advanced manufacturing, and product design.

In this hands-on program, you’ll learn how everyday products are created and gain real technical skills that employers value:

Computer-Aided Design (CAD): Build digital models and prepare them for prototyping.
3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing: Set up and run prints, troubleshoot, and post-process your parts.
Electronics & Assembly: Learn soldering, circuits, and how to integrate components into working prototypes.

Beyond technical training, the course helps you prepare for the workforce with resume building, portfolio development, and career readiness workshops. The program concludes with a job fair, connecting you directly with local manufacturers and employers.

Schedule: Wednesdays, March 11 – June 17, 5:00–9:00 p.m.
Location: MakerspaceCT, 36 Talcott Street, Hartford, CT
Eligibility: Ages 18–29, Hartford-area residents

Funded by the M&T Amplify Fund

Engineering Fundamentals Course - Fridays (Friday, May 15, 2026)

Fri, 15 May 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Engineering Fundamentals Course (EFC) – Concept to Creation Lab

In this hands-on program, you’ll learn how everyday products are created and gain real technical skills that employers value:

Computer-Aided Design (CAD): Build digital models and prepare them for prototyping.
3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing: Set up and run prints, troubleshoot, and post-process your parts.
Electronics & Assembly: Learn soldering, circuits, and how to integrate components into working prototypes.

Schedule: Fridays, March 13 – June 19th, 5:00–9:00 p.m. (60 total hours)
Location: MakerspaceCT, 36 Talcott Street, Hartford, CT
Eligibility: Ages 18–29, Hartford-area residents

Funded by the M&T Amplify Fund

Engineering Fundamentals Course - Wednesdays (Wednesday, May 20, 2026)

Wed, 20 May 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Engineering Fundamentals Course (EFC) – Concept to Creation Lab

In this hands-on program, you’ll learn how everyday products are created and gain real technical skills that employers value:

Computer-Aided Design (CAD): Build digital models and prepare them for prototyping.
3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing: Set up and run prints, troubleshoot, and post-process your parts.
Electronics & Assembly: Learn soldering, circuits, and how to integrate components into working prototypes.

Schedule: Wednesdays, March 11 – June 17, 5:00–9:00 p.m.
Location: MakerspaceCT, 36 Talcott Street, Hartford, CT
Eligibility: Ages 18–29, Hartford-area residents

Funded by the M&T Amplify Fund

Engineering Fundamentals Course - Fridays (Friday, May 22, 2026)

Fri, 22 May 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Engineering Fundamentals Course (EFC) – Concept to Creation Lab

In this hands-on program, you’ll learn how everyday products are created and gain real technical skills that employers value:

Computer-Aided Design (CAD): Build digital models and prepare them for prototyping.
3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing: Set up and run prints, troubleshoot, and post-process your parts.
Electronics & Assembly: Learn soldering, circuits, and how to integrate components into working prototypes.

Schedule: Fridays, March 13 – June 19th, 5:00–9:00 p.m. (60 total hours)
Location: MakerspaceCT, 36 Talcott Street, Hartford, CT
Eligibility: Ages 18–29, Hartford-area residents

Funded by the M&T Amplify Fund

Engineering Fundamentals Course - Wednesdays (Wednesday, May 27, 2026)

Wed, 27 May 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Engineering Fundamentals Course (EFC) – Concept to Creation Lab

In this hands-on program, you’ll learn how everyday products are created and gain real technical skills that employers value:

Computer-Aided Design (CAD): Build digital models and prepare them for prototyping.
3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing: Set up and run prints, troubleshoot, and post-process your parts.
Electronics & Assembly: Learn soldering, circuits, and how to integrate components into working prototypes.

Schedule: Wednesdays, March 11 – June 17, 5:00–9:00 p.m.
Location: MakerspaceCT, 36 Talcott Street, Hartford, CT
Eligibility: Ages 18–29, Hartford-area residents

Funded by the M&T Amplify Fund

Engineering Fundamentals Course - Fridays (Friday, May 29, 2026)

Fri, 29 May 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Engineering Fundamentals Course (EFC) – Concept to Creation Lab

In this hands-on program, you’ll learn how everyday products are created and gain real technical skills that employers value:

Computer-Aided Design (CAD): Build digital models and prepare them for prototyping.
3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing: Set up and run prints, troubleshoot, and post-process your parts.
Electronics & Assembly: Learn soldering, circuits, and how to integrate components into working prototypes.

Schedule: Fridays, March 13 – June 19th, 5:00–9:00 p.m. (60 total hours)
Location: MakerspaceCT, 36 Talcott Street, Hartford, CT
Eligibility: Ages 18–29, Hartford-area residents

Funded by the M&T Amplify Fund

Engineering Fundamentals Course - Wednesdays (Wednesday, June 03, 2026)

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Engineering Fundamentals Course (EFC) – Concept to Creation Lab

In this hands-on program, you’ll learn how everyday products are created and gain real technical skills that employers value:

Computer-Aided Design (CAD): Build digital models and prepare them for prototyping.
3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing: Set up and run prints, troubleshoot, and post-process your parts.
Electronics & Assembly: Learn soldering, circuits, and how to integrate components into working prototypes.

Schedule: Wednesdays, March 11 – June 17, 5:00–9:00 p.m.
Location: MakerspaceCT, 36 Talcott Street, Hartford, CT
Eligibility: Ages 18–29, Hartford-area residents

Funded by the M&T Amplify Fund

Engineering Fundamentals Course - Fridays (Friday, June 05, 2026)

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Engineering Fundamentals Course (EFC) – Concept to Creation Lab

In this hands-on program, you’ll learn how everyday products are created and gain real technical skills that employers value:

Computer-Aided Design (CAD): Build digital models and prepare them for prototyping.
3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing: Set up and run prints, troubleshoot, and post-process your parts.
Electronics & Assembly: Learn soldering, circuits, and how to integrate components into working prototypes.

Schedule: Fridays, March 13 – June 19th, 5:00–9:00 p.m. (60 total hours)
Location: MakerspaceCT, 36 Talcott Street, Hartford, CT
Eligibility: Ages 18–29, Hartford-area residents

Funded by the M&T Amplify Fund

Engineering Fundamentals Course - Wednesdays (Wednesday, June 10, 2026)

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Engineering Fundamentals Course (EFC) – Concept to Creation Lab

In this hands-on program, you’ll learn how everyday products are created and gain real technical skills that employers value:

Computer-Aided Design (CAD): Build digital models and prepare them for prototyping.
3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing: Set up and run prints, troubleshoot, and post-process your parts.
Electronics & Assembly: Learn soldering, circuits, and how to integrate components into working prototypes.

Schedule: Wednesdays, March 11 – June 17, 5:00–9:00 p.m.
Location: MakerspaceCT, 36 Talcott Street, Hartford, CT
Eligibility: Ages 18–29, Hartford-area residents

Funded by the M&T Amplify Fund

Engineering Fundamentals Course - Fridays (Friday, June 12, 2026)

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Engineering Fundamentals Course (EFC) – Concept to Creation Lab

In this hands-on program, you’ll learn how everyday products are created and gain real technical skills that employers value:

Computer-Aided Design (CAD): Build digital models and prepare them for prototyping.
3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing: Set up and run prints, troubleshoot, and post-process your parts.
Electronics & Assembly: Learn soldering, circuits, and how to integrate components into working prototypes.

Schedule: Fridays, March 13 – June 19th, 5:00–9:00 p.m. (60 total hours)
Location: MakerspaceCT, 36 Talcott Street, Hartford, CT
Eligibility: Ages 18–29, Hartford-area residents

Funded by the M&T Amplify Fund

Engineering Fundamentals Course - Wednesdays (Wednesday, June 17, 2026)

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Engineering Fundamentals Course (EFC) – Concept to Creation Lab

In this hands-on program, you’ll learn how everyday products are created and gain real technical skills that employers value:

Computer-Aided Design (CAD): Build digital models and prepare them for prototyping.
3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing: Set up and run prints, troubleshoot, and post-process your parts.
Electronics & Assembly: Learn soldering, circuits, and how to integrate components into working prototypes.

Schedule: Wednesdays, March 11 – June 17, 5:00–9:00 p.m.
Location: MakerspaceCT, 36 Talcott Street, Hartford, CT
Eligibility: Ages 18–29, Hartford-area residents

Funded by the M&T Amplify Fund

Engineering Fundamentals Course - Fridays (Friday, June 19, 2026)

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Engineering Fundamentals Course (EFC) – Concept to Creation Lab

In this hands-on program, you’ll learn how everyday products are created and gain real technical skills that employers value:

Computer-Aided Design (CAD): Build digital models and prepare them for prototyping.
3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing: Set up and run prints, troubleshoot, and post-process your parts.
Electronics & Assembly: Learn soldering, circuits, and how to integrate components into working prototypes.

Schedule: Fridays, March 13 – June 19th, 5:00–9:00 p.m. (60 total hours)
Location: MakerspaceCT, 36 Talcott Street, Hartford, CT
Eligibility: Ages 18–29, Hartford-area residents

Funded by the M&T Amplify Fund