
Metal Shop Basics
A one-hour beginner class covering metal shop tools, safety, and ventilation. No open-toed shoes; a free guest account and liability waiver are required for new guests.
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November 7, 2026 · 2 PM – 3 PM
Ace Makerspace, 6050 Lowell St #214, Oakland · $10 ·
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Learn the basic tools, safety, and ventilation practices for working in a metal shop.
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Organizer’s description
YOU MUST RSVP/PURCHASE TICKETS THROUGH THE ACE MAKERSPACE WEBSITE: https://www.acemakerspace.org/calendar/ In this class you will learn the basic tools of the metal shop: * Bench Grinder * Horizontal band saw (drop saw) * Sander * Miters * Files * Gauges * Calipers Also learn about shop safety and ventilation. No open toed shoes. Instructor: Brian Elder Brian recently joined Ace to share his experience teaching metal shop as a grad student. Fresh off the doctoral grind, he is excited to give back to the maker community that inspired him to pursue mechanical engineering and gave him a thirst for learning. Brian loves to dive head-first into a wide variety of disciplines; from machining, woodworking and sewing, to robotics, programming and 3D printing! Class Type: Access Class Level: Beginner Class Length: 1 Hour No Membership Required If you need a scholarship for this class, please submit this request form. You may be notified as little as 24 hours before the event. New Guests must sign up for a FREE Guest Account and sign their liability waiver before this event starts. Add the FREE account on check out or sign up here → FREE Guest Account. Ace Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit member-supported organization.
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