About
Introduction to Metalworking Techniques is an informative, engaging and exploratory course where you will be able to learn the basics of steel fabrication, welding and gain a better understanding of how to bring your ideas to life in metal.
In the first half of the course you will learn how cut, bend and form cold metal and how to MIG weld using mild steel. Through these processes you will learn the potential of the material and the different processes.
For the second half of the course, you will be given the opportunity to come in with your own idea and with support and guidance from your tutor you will make a personally directed project in metal.
After completing this course, you will have completed our metalwork induction and will automatically be able to book our metal workshop.
About the course
1. Introduction to Metalwork Area (including Health and Safety Induction)
Introduction to machines including chop saw, linisher, angle grinders, drills, MIG welder and plasma cutter.
2. Understanding Metal Workflow
You will be provided with additional metal working techniques and will apply what you have learnt through cutting the material, linishing it, bending it, and then finally welding pieces together. This will provide a better understanding of a standard metalwork workflow
3. Metalworking Personal project
Inspired by the processes you have learnt you now have the chance to make a personal project in metal. It could range from a practical frame or table, to more sculptural and experimental structures. Materials will be provided, and your tutor your tutor will advise you on what is practical and manageable within the workshop and the time available.
Through this personal project you will:
Work collaboratively with your tutor to figure out the best route to achieve an idea
Utilise available materials and machinery
Explore problem solving in metal
