This is the basic authorization class for using the Metalworking Shop and the MIG Welder. We will cover lots of safety and learn the metal shop tools, then we’ll move to hands-on setup and shared MIG welding time. The class may run a bit short or long depending on students’ needs.

Proper attire is natural fiber clothing such as cotton jeans and T-shirts. Close toed shoes or boots and long pants are mandatory. NO spandex or “tech” style clothes made from nylon/polyester and shorts/skirts are not allowed. Students can bring their own PPE (Personal Protective Equipment,) welding shield and gloves if they have them. but these are NOT required as we have setups for everyone to use.

Please do NOT bring your own welding machines to use, the setup and testing time could impact other students.

Joe Hall will be the instructor.

The cost is $24.96 for Knox Makers members, $49.96 for General Public.

Directions- Knox Makers parking and entrance is located around the back of the SPARK building in the fenced in area.

Knox Makers is a place for the Knoxville area’s engineers, artists, hobbyists, innovators, educators and entrepreneurs to work and play. We are a technology and art collective dedicated to the promotion of creativity enabled and informed by science. Our lectures, workshops, and outreach programs inspire and educate both members and the general public. Our workshop provides members with both the space for large projects and the tools to complete them. We are a non-profit educational organization supported by member dues and staffed by volunteers.