Going from Schematics to Breadboards
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesHave you seen cool circuits you wanted to build but weren't sure where to start? We've got you covered! In this class Ray will lead you step by step through reading a schematic and translating it into a prototype on a solderless breadboard. Each attendee will build a circuit using an integrated circuit, resistors, capacitors…
Brazing 201
Knox Makers - Blacksmithing 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis is an advanced torch class for those who have taken Torch 101 and want to learn how to join metal instead of cutting it apart. You MUST have completed Torch 101 or already be very familiar with oxy-fuel torches to take this class.
We will begin by refreshing safety skills and then move to learning to braze! Students will have shared skills building time and learn the fundamentals of joining metal with flame.
Proper attire is natural fiber clothing such as cotton jeans and T-shirts. Cotton/polyester blend is OK but synthetic clothing or other materials that can melt are unsafe. Students may bring their own PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) Cutting lenses and gloves if they have them.. but these are NOT required as we have set ups for you to use
Blacksmithing Authorization – Intro to Forging
Knox Makers - Blacksmithing 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis class introduces you to the new blacksmithing zone. We cover propane forge operation, zone safety, basic hand forging, and nail making. At the completion of the class, members will receive a key to access the forge and foundry building. Proper attire is natural fiber clothing such as cotton jeans and T-shirts. Cotton/polyester blend is…
Power Hammer Authorization – LG25 “Thumper”
Knox Makers - Blacksmithing 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis class introduces you to the latest addition to the blacksmith shop, Thumper, Our 25lb Little Giant PowerHammer! This class will cover operational maintenance, necessary lubrication points, how to swap out dies, things to watch out for on this nearly 80 year old machine, and plenty of forging time to get comfortable with its capabilities.…
Virtual Board Meeting
Knox Makers - VirtualKnox 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. Directions: This is a virtual event. Check Mattermost for further details…
Let’s Make a Metal Flower
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesIn this class, we will be making a flower out of metal! As posted this class will be 4 hours but may be less or could be more depending on how we progress. No experience is needed! I will be able to walk anyone through what to do. We will be welding and creating sparks,…
Fangs, Tusks, Horns, and Claws – Oh My!
Knox Makers - Arts and Crafts 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesMaking Fangs, Tusks, Horns, and Claws with Moldable Plastic This class will meet on Tuesday, September 27 in the Arts & Crafts area. There will be 15 minutes of talk followed by 45 minutes of coaching and parallel play prior to Show & Share - then free play after that.We will build a custom mold…
New Members Onboarding
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesWhether you’re a current member, trial member, or prospective member, you’re welcome to join us at this month’s New Member Onboarding!
We’ll start with a brief overview of Knox Makers’ origins and purpose and talk about how the organization works. You’ll learn a bit about the resources available to members and about the path to membership. Afterwards, we’ll hang out and socialize.
The focus is on new members, but longer-term members are encouraged to come and meet new folks.
TIG Welding 201
Knox Makers - Metalworking 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis is the advanced class for authorization on the TIG Welder and Plasma Cutter. You MUST have completed Welding 101 (Intro to MIG) or already feel very comfortable welding before taking this class. This is not an intro to the metal shop, but the next step focusing on beginning TIG. We will spend a few…
Fangs, Tusks, Horns, and Claws – Oh My!
Knox Makers - Arts and Crafts 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesMaking Fangs, Tusks, Horns, and Claws with Moldable Plastic This class will meet on Tuesday, September 27 in the Arts & Crafts area. There will be 15 minutes of talk followed by 45 minutes of coaching and parallel play prior to Show & Share - then free play after that.We will build a custom mold…
Arduino: From the Ground Up
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesIf you have ever wanted to add electronic features to a project but were intimidated by the complexity, Arduino is for you. Literally designed with artists in mind, Arduino makes it easy to create rational objects; devices you can explain your intentions and desires to. In this workshop, Issac will introduce you to the Arduino…
Build a Blinking Knox Makers Badge
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesHave you wanted to learn to solder or wanted to build a cool piece of Knox Makers swag? Join us for a guided build of the battery powered badge/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. The board consists of 13 components including resistors, LEDs and…
Cutting Torch 101
Knox Makers - Blacksmithing 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis is the Authorization Class to use the oxy-fuel cutting torch.
We will spend some time going over safety and then move on to operation of a cutting torch. We will cut out some basic shapes as well as learn some other tricks you can use a torch for.
Students should wear natural fiber clothing (jeans, cotton shirts, etc) NO polyester, spandex or "tech" style clothes. Socks and shoes are required, NO sandals or open toes.
If you have own PPE- please bring safety glasses, leather gauntlets, shade 5 cutting goggles/glasses, and a welding shirt/jacket. *If you do not have this yourself do not worry! We will have gear for you to use!*
Arduino 101 – Introduction to Electronics and Computing
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesIf you have ever wanted to add electronic or computer features to a project, but were intimidated by the complexity, Arduino is for you. Literally designed with artists in mind, Arduino makes it easy to create rational objects; devices you can simply explain your intentions and desires to. This class is built around the ebook…
New Members Onboarding
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesWhether you’re a current member, trial member, or prospective member, you’re welcome to join us at this month’s New Member Onboarding!
We’ll start with a brief overview of Knox Makers’ origins and purpose and talk about how the organization works. You’ll learn a bit about the resources available to members and about the path to membership. Afterwards, we’ll hang out and socialize.
The focus is on new members, but longer-term members are encouraged to come and meet new folks.
Halloween Spook Show
Central Cinema 1205 N Central St, Knoxville, TN, United StatesNote, this event is held at Central Cinema, not Knox Makers. Please RSVP if you intend to come. Central Cinema 1205 N Central St Knoxville, TN 37917 Join us, if you dare, for the return of the annual Knox Makers Halloween Spook Show! This year, we've rented an entire movie theater! We’ll supply pizza…
Arduino 101 – Introduction to Electronics and Computing
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis class is one of a 3 part series. If you are a Knox Makers member and are interested in joining mid-stream, please DM Joe Pardue on Mattermost. This class will be from 6-7:30pm.
Laser Cutting Authorization
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis is an introduction class to our laser cutter, Moonraker. 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…
MIG Welding 101
Knox Makers - Metalworking 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis 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. Expect an hour or so of hands-on setup and shared MIG welding time (more if needed.)The class may run a bit short or long depending on students' needs.…
Virtual Board Meeting
Knox Makers - VirtualKnox 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. Directions: This is a virtual event. Check Mattermost for further details…