Shop Basics

Thu Apr 17 2025 at 07:00 pm to 08:00 pm UTC-07:00

Ace Makerspace | Oakland

Howard Cohen
Publisher/HostHoward Cohen
Shop Basics
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Your Ace Makerspace Woodworking and Metalworking experience starts here!
About this Event

Your Ace Makerspace Woodworking and Metalworking experience starts here! First, get up to speed on shop etiquette and learn the ins and outs of sharing tools and space at Ace Makerspace. This one-hour certification class is required for ALL Wood and Metal Shop users.

Level: Beginner to Expert
Timing: 1 hour
Location: Ace Workshop Suite #214
Prerequisites: None
Certification: Ace Shop Basics (required to use the Ace Shops)
Age: 14+

Cost: $18.50

Agenda

  • How to find out what is safe use / Safety Tools
  • Better than you found it
  • What tools require certification
  • Using Tool Asset numbers
  • Consumables
  • Managing Power
  • Dust collection and the Cyclone
  • Storage
  • Reserving Space Dibs
  • Reporting when things go wrong, or you do something good
  • Slack at Ace and for Shop Engagement
  • How to get help and find things – Wiki + Slack + Go to Class
  • Air Quality Management Sign Up

What to bring: A notebook or well-charged phone for taking notes.
What to wear: Closed-toe shoes, short sleeves, and work clothes. Long hair must be tied back.
Safety Gear: Eye protection, ear protection, and hand sanitizer will be provided. You can also bring your own.

Scholarships: Scholarships are only available after 8 spots have been filled. The scholarship for this class is funded primarily by a small amount added to other student fees. 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, depending on event sales.

This class requires a minimum of 4 students per session.

You must purchase tickets through the Ace Makerspace website: Shop Basics – Ace Makerspace

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Ace Makerspace, 6050 Lowell Street, Ste. 214, Oakland, United States

Tickets

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