Machining 100 – Intro To Machining
Knox Makers - Machining 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesBilly will give you a basic introduction to the machining area. This class will begin with a tour of the machining area with a, in-depth discussion of each tool, it’s uses, proper procedures, and safety. At the end of this class, all participating members will be authorized to use the drill press, box pan brake, handtools, and the horizontal bandsaw. **This is a prerequisite for the Bridgeport Mill and Lathe tool authorization classes**
There will be a fee for this class of $9.96 for current Knox Makers members. There will be a maximum of 8 spots for this class, and a minimum of 3 tickets must be sold. If the class minimum is not met 48 hours prior to class start time, the class will be canceled and all tickets will be refunded.
Milling 101 – Bridgeport Mill Tool Authorization
Knox Makers - Machining 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United States** Intro to Machining is a prerequisite class. You have to complete the Intro to Machining class before you can take the Milling 101 Class. **
In this class you will receive basic hands on experience in operating a Bridgeport Series I J-Head milling machine. During this 3 to 4 hour class, Billy will go over the basics of tramming the head of the mill, tramming the vise, edge finding, work holding and setup, drilling , side milling, and top/end milling operations. You will also learn the basics of the DRO (digital read out), the table power feed, and basic care of the mill. This is a tool authorization class and once completed you will be authorized to use the milling machine and Knox Maker members will receive a key need to operate the mill. Intro to Machining is a prerequisite class.
There will be a fee of $24.96 for members.. There will be a maximum of 4 spots of this class, and a minimum of 2 tickets must be sold. If the class minimum is not met 48 hours prior to class start time, the class we be canceled and all tickets will be refunded.
2019 Knox Makers Spook Show
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesJoin us, if you dare, for the annual Knox Makers Halloween Spook Show! We'll watch a series of short subjects followed by a horror film, stuffing ourselves silly with pizza, drinks, and treats the whole while!
Members and guests of members are welcome. Costumes optional, but fun! Bring food, drink, and/or kick in a few bucks... or just show up.
Laser Cutter 101
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis is an introduction class to our laser cutter, Goldfinger. Tracy will lead attendees of this class as they learn the basics of laser cutting, make a simple design, and then engrave and cut out the design using the laser cutter in our space. This class is intended for members who have not yet been authorized to use Goldfinger or need/want a review of its operation.Laptops will be provided for this class.
Blacksmith Forge Framing Festival
Knox Makers - Blacksmithing 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesJoin us to start framing the new blacksmith building! We'll be building from at least 9am-3pm, come join us to help out! Meet in the back of the parking…
CANCELLED: Intro to Electronics: DC Circuits
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesHave you been interested in electronics but don't know where to start? This class does not assume any prior experience or knowledge whatsoever so here's your chance! Attendees will learn…
Laser Cutter 101
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis is an introduction class to our laser cutter, Goldfinger. Tracy will lead attendees of this class as they learn the basics of laser cutting, make a simple design, and then engrave and cut out the design using the laser cutter in our space. This class is intended for members who have not yet been authorized to use Goldfinger or need/want a review of its operation.Laptops will be provided for this class.
3D Printing 101
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesIf you are new to 3D printing or interested in learning what it is all about, join us for 3D Printing 101. During this class we will cover :
*What types of 3D printing and printers are available
*Overview of a Fused Filament printer, it's parts and it's pitfalls
*Selecting materials
*Slicing and printing models
*Basic operation of a printer
November Board Meeting
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesKnox Makers members are welcome to join us as we hold our monthly board meeting. The board will be discussing pertinent topics happening around the space. All current, paying Knox Makers members are welcome to attend. This event is closed to the general public.
Laser Cutter 101
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis is an introduction class to our laser cutter, Goldfinger. Tracy will lead attendees of this class as they learn the basics of laser cutting, make a simple design, and then engrave and cut out the design using the laser cutter in our space. This class is intended for members who have not yet been authorized to use Goldfinger or need/want a review of its operation.Laptops will be provided for this class.
Blender 101: Overview and Direct Modeling
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesLearn the basics of Blender 2.8. In this course we will model the Knoxmakers logo using direct modeling techniques. There is no fee for this course but a $5 donation to the 3d printing zone is suggested.
Woodworking 101
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesFred will teach you about safety, basic use and unique features of the power tools in the woodworking area. At the completion of this course, you will be authorized to use the all equipment (except for the grizzly lathe) without supervision.
CNC Routing
Knox Makers - Woodworking 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesLearn how to use Inkscape to generate the code for the CNC Router. Also learn how to setup and use the router too cut an object
Inkscape 101
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesInkscape is a free and open sourced vector graphics editor. It is the primary software used to interface with Knox Makers' laser cutter, CNC router, and vinyl cutters. This class will teach basics of drawing and arranging shapes, talk about vectors and paths, and give a general overview of Inkscape and its capabilities.
Vinyl Cutting 101
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis is an introduction to vinyl cutting and the vinyl cutters we have at Knox Makers. Together we will create a simple design in Inkscape, prepare and send it to the vinyl cutter, weed, and transfer your design.
Leather key fob ( beginner leather crafting)
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesCome learn to work with leather. We will be making a key fob. A great gift for the holidays.
You will learn cutting out patterns, saddle stitching, and applying finishes. This is a beginner class, no experience needed.
Toy Adaptation Night with Spark
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesSpark and Knox Makers will be adapting toys for Toy Tech 2019. Toys that are not necessarily functional for children with disabilities will be switch-adapted for use by children of…
Filters and Working in the Frequency Domain (Part 1 of 2)
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesIf you've been building circuits for some time and want to improve your understanding of just what's going on then this is a great class series for you!
Adult Arting – Origami Ornaments & Papercraft Decorations
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesCome and express your creativity with other adults at Knox Makers. BYOB, but we’ll provide all the materials and inspiration you’ll need!
In this class, we’ll be making an assortment of origami Christmas tree ornaments and holiday papercraft decorations, from the simple and elegant to the dazzling and intricate. Perfect for your home or as a thoughtful, handcrafted gift!
Make a Blinky Light Holiday Star
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesJoin Ray and Issac for a guided build of the USB-powered ornament/desk-piece/gift/however-you-use-it pictured above and then take it home to earn geek street cred among your soon-to-be-jealous friends.