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• TIG Welding Basics with Mark

  • When
    Saturday, May 04, 2024
  •  
    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    36 Talcott Street, Hartford, CT
  • Spaces left
    1

  Register

  Age: 18+

  Prerequisites: N/A

  Credentials: TIG Welding Safety

  
  

  Take the safety class to get access to the equipment of the TIG welding equipment of MakerspaceCT! TIG welding uses tungsten, inert gas and weld rods to produce precise and attractive welds in steel and aluminum.  Get started with the TIG welder, learn the basics of operation and some tips and tricks that will give you the best results. This is an essential skill for the budding maker.

  
  

  The course content includes:

  • Proper attire and safety
  • Basics of welding
  • Purpose of TIG welding
  • LOTS of hands-on practice

  
  

  Prior to the Class: Upon registration, you will be sent a prerequisite assignment to be completed online before attending the in-person workshop. All participants are requested to complete this assignment to prepare for the class.

  
  

  Dress Code: Wear natural fiber clothing, long pants, closed toed shoes (leather or natural fiber). No synthetic fabrics of any kind. Please don't wear loose fitting clothing that could get caught in machinery. Long hair must be tied back. MakerspaceCT provides welding jackets, gloves, masks and helmets with eye protection. Participants are welcome to bring their own PPE.

  
  

  Materials Included: A variety of metals to experiment on, as well as all machines, consumables, safety equipment, and accessories. 

  
  

  
  

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• TIG Welding Basics with Mark

  • When
    Saturday, May 25, 2024
  •  
    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    36 Talcott Street, Hartford, CT
  • Spaces left
    2

  Register

  Age: 18+

  Prerequisites: N/A

  Credentials: TIG Welding Safety

  
  

  Take the safety class to get access to the equipment of the TIG welding equipment of MakerspaceCT! TIG welding uses tungsten, inert gas and weld rods to produce precise and attractive welds in steel and aluminum.  Get started with the TIG welder, learn the basics of operation and some tips and tricks that will give you the best results. This is an essential skill for the budding maker.

  
  

  The course content includes:

  • Proper attire and safety
  • Basics of welding
  • Purpose of TIG welding
  • LOTS of hands-on practice

  
  

  Prior to the Class: Upon registration, you will be sent a prerequisite assignment to be completed online before attending the in-person workshop. All participants are requested to complete this assignment to prepare for the class.

  
  

  Dress Code: Wear natural fiber clothing, long pants, closed toed shoes (leather or natural fiber). No synthetic fabrics of any kind. Please don't wear loose fitting clothing that could get caught in machinery. Long hair must be tied back. MakerspaceCT provides welding jackets, gloves, masks and helmets with eye protection. Participants are welcome to bring their own PPE.

  
  

  Materials Included: A variety of metals to experiment on, as well as all machines, consumables, safety equipment, and accessories. 

  
  

  
  

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• Intro to MIG Welding with Mark

  • When
    Saturday, June 08, 2024
  •  
    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    36 Talcott Street, Hartford CT 06103
  • Spaces left
    3

  Register

  Cost: Members $135/Non-members $159

  Age: 18+

  Prerequisites: N/A

  Credentials: MIG Welding Safety

  Recommended Follow up Classes: TIG Welding, Plasma Cutter

  
  

  Get a step-by-step intro into fusing metals with MIG and stick welders. Learn the basics of operation and some tips and tricks that will give you the best results. This is an essential skill for the budding maker.

  
  

  The course content includes:

  • Proper attire and safety
  • Basics of welding
  • Purpose of MIG welding
  • LOTS of hands-on practice

  
  

  Prior to the Class: Upon registration, you will be sent a prerequisite assignment to be completed online before attending the in-person workshop. All participants are requested to complete this assignment to prepare for the class.

  
  

  Materials Included: A variety of metals to experiment on, as well as all machines, consumables, safety equipment, and accessories. Participants are welcome to bring their own supplies!

  
  

  PLEASE NOTE! Welding is close, detailed work. If you need corrective lenses to see close objects, such as reading glasses or bifocals, please bring them.

  
  

  
  

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• TIG Welding Basics with Mark

  • When
    Saturday, June 15, 2024
  •  
    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    36 Talcott Street, Hartford, CT
  • Spaces left
    3

  Register

  Age: 18+

  Prerequisites: N/A

  Credentials: TIG Welding Safety

  
  

  Take the safety class to get access to the equipment of the TIG welding equipment of MakerspaceCT! TIG welding uses tungsten, inert gas and weld rods to produce precise and attractive welds in steel and aluminum.  Get started with the TIG welder, learn the basics of operation and some tips and tricks that will give you the best results. This is an essential skill for the budding maker.

  
  

  The course content includes:

  • Proper attire and safety
  • Basics of welding
  • Purpose of TIG welding
  • LOTS of hands-on practice

  
  

  Prior to the Class: Upon registration, you will be sent a prerequisite assignment to be completed online before attending the in-person workshop. All participants are requested to complete this assignment to prepare for the class.

  
  

  Dress Code: Wear natural fiber clothing, long pants, closed toed shoes (leather or natural fiber). No synthetic fabrics of any kind. Please don't wear loose fitting clothing that could get caught in machinery. Long hair must be tied back. MakerspaceCT provides welding jackets, gloves, masks and helmets with eye protection. Participants are welcome to bring their own PPE.

  
  

  Materials Included: A variety of metals to experiment on, as well as all machines, consumables, safety equipment, and accessories. 

  
  

  
  

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• Intro to MIG Welding with Mark

  • When
    Saturday, June 22, 2024
  •  
    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    36 Talcott Street, Hartford CT 06103
  • Spaces left
    4

  Register

  Cost: Members $135/Non-members $159

  Age: 18+

  Prerequisites: N/A

  Credentials: MIG Welding Safety

  Recommended Follow up Classes: TIG Welding, Plasma Cutter

  
  

  Get a step-by-step intro into fusing metals with MIG and stick welders. Learn the basics of operation and some tips and tricks that will give you the best results. This is an essential skill for the budding maker.

  
  

  The course content includes:

  • Proper attire and safety
  • Basics of welding
  • Purpose of MIG welding
  • LOTS of hands-on practice

  
  

  Prior to the Class: Upon registration, you will be sent a prerequisite assignment to be completed online before attending the in-person workshop. All participants are requested to complete this assignment to prepare for the class.

  
  

  Materials Included: A variety of metals to experiment on, as well as all machines, consumables, safety equipment, and accessories. Participants are welcome to bring their own supplies!

  
  

  PLEASE NOTE! Welding is close, detailed work. If you need corrective lenses to see close objects, such as reading glasses or bifocals, please bring them.

  
  

  
  

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• Intro to MIG Welding with Mark

  • When
    Saturday, July 13, 2024
  •  
    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    36 Talcott Street, Hartford CT 06103
  • Spaces left
    4

  Register

  Cost: Members $135/Non-members $159

  Age: 18+

  Prerequisites: N/A

  Credentials: MIG Welding Safety

  Recommended Follow up Classes: TIG Welding, Plasma Cutter

  
  

  Get a step-by-step intro into fusing metals with MIG and stick welders. Learn the basics of operation and some tips and tricks that will give you the best results. This is an essential skill for the budding maker.

  
  

  The course content includes:

  • Proper attire and safety
  • Basics of welding
  • Purpose of MIG welding
  • LOTS of hands-on practice

  
  

  Prior to the Class: Upon registration, you will be sent a prerequisite assignment to be completed online before attending the in-person workshop. All participants are requested to complete this assignment to prepare for the class.

  
  

  Materials Included: A variety of metals to experiment on, as well as all machines, consumables, safety equipment, and accessories. Participants are welcome to bring their own supplies!

  
  

  PLEASE NOTE! Welding is close, detailed work. If you need corrective lenses to see close objects, such as reading glasses or bifocals, please bring them.

  
  

  
  

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• TIG Welding Basics with Mark

  • When
    Saturday, July 27, 2024
  •  
    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    36 Talcott Street, Hartford, CT
  • Spaces left
    3

  Register

  Age: 18+

  Prerequisites: N/A

  Credentials: TIG Welding Safety

  
  

  Take the safety class to get access to the equipment of the TIG welding equipment of MakerspaceCT! TIG welding uses tungsten, inert gas and weld rods to produce precise and attractive welds in steel and aluminum.  Get started with the TIG welder, learn the basics of operation and some tips and tricks that will give you the best results. This is an essential skill for the budding maker.

  
  

  The course content includes:

  • Proper attire and safety
  • Basics of welding
  • Purpose of TIG welding
  • LOTS of hands-on practice

  
  

  Prior to the Class: Upon registration, you will be sent a prerequisite assignment to be completed online before attending the in-person workshop. All participants are requested to complete this assignment to prepare for the class.

  
  

  Dress Code: Wear natural fiber clothing, long pants, closed toed shoes (leather or natural fiber). No synthetic fabrics of any kind. Please don't wear loose fitting clothing that could get caught in machinery. Long hair must be tied back. MakerspaceCT provides welding jackets, gloves, masks and helmets with eye protection. Participants are welcome to bring their own PPE.

  
  

  Materials Included: A variety of metals to experiment on, as well as all machines, consumables, safety equipment, and accessories. 

  
  

  
  

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