Learn the basics of MIG welding and safety in this project-based class taught by certified welder and fabricator, Daniel Schepers of Elite Welding and Design, in this 3-hour evening class. Daniel's company is a veteran family owned business and is W.A.B.O certified with over ten years of welding/fabricating experience. Check out his business here: https://www.eliteweldinganddesign.com/

In this course, you'll learn proper techniques for welding joints, and grinding and finishing as you make your own take home project. Attendees can choose from geometric bowl, a wine holder or a stand alone cactus with your creative touches.

Class Includes:

• instruction on how to safely operate a MIG welder
• practical hands-on experience completing your very own welded steel project
• all materials to complete one geometric bowl, wine holder OR cactus sculpture.
• proficiency on MIG welder for members of Lacey MakerSpace*

Didn't quite finish? - Attendees have free access to the industrial metals room for up to one week after class, during open hours. Please email [email protected] to book your time to complete your project.

NOTE: Please select the ticket option that matches the project you wish to make in class so we can have the correct materials prepped for class.

*LMS members must demonstrate proficiency on equipment before independent use. Completing this course or attending Basics classes satisfies that requirement.

CLASS REQUIREMENTS:

• Closed-toe shoes are required.
• Pants. No shorts or synthetic materials (preferably jeans, leathers, or cotton)
• Additional PPE will be provided (welding jackets and helmets, gloves, etc.)
• Ages 12 and up can attend. Attendees under the age of 18 must have a guardian present at all times (Please visit our policies page for the Minor Use Policy and Waiver).

Please visit our policies page to view all LMS policies. Prior to class, be sure to familiarize yourself with the User Agreement/Code of Conduct and Liability Waiver. The Liability Waiver must be signed in person at the front desk before participating in any activities at Lacey MakerSpace.