Santa Fe Makers

Pay and Register online here: https://makesantafe.org/events/category/badge-classes/metal-shop/list/

This is a two-day class, 4.5 hours each day from 10:00-14:30. The first day introduces the shop and how to use equipment safely while cutting and grinding the table parts. The second day is a deeper review of safety, equipment and tools, welding/grinding, and finishing your table.

#### What you’ll learn:

Participants will receive a comprehensive introduction into:

• Tool Safety and Shop Cleanliness
• Abrasive Saw
• Horizontal Bandsaw
• Angle Grinder (Cutting, Grinding, Finishing)
• Bench Grinder
• Disc Sander
• Drill Press
• MIG Welding and proper welding machine operation

#### Please note:

• No prior metalworking experience is needed to participate.
• This class is a requirement for usage of the metal shop at MAKE Santa Fe
• Proper attire is mandatory: closed-toed leather boots, long cotton or natural fiber shirt, and pants (NO SYNTHETIC FIBERS ALLOWED). Long hair must be tied back.
• Safety equipment including protective glasses and hearing protection are provided by MAKE Santa Fe but bring yours if you have them.
• Students must be at least 16 years of age. Minors must have parental permission and signed waiver (ask us).

#### About the Instructor:

Bill Beall is a graduate of Santa Barbara City College in Marine Technology. He has worked as a commercial diver/welder in the Gulf of Mexico and the Gulf of St. Laurence. After moving to Austin, and later Santa Fe, he continued his welding and machining education and focused on bicycle frame building, then transitioned into architectural and general steel fabrication. He’s made lots of cool custom bikes!

Pay and register online at: https://makesantafe.org/events/category/workshops/2d-drafting/list/

### What You’ll Learn:

• Fundamentals of CNC: Get a comprehensive overview of CNC processes and why accurate 2D drafting is vital.
• Software Skills: Gain hands-on experience with leading 2D drafting software, learning essential tools and commands.
• Drafting Techniques: Master basic drafting techniques, including creating and modifying geometric shapes and dimensions.
• CNC-Specific Design: Discover how to tailor your designs for optimal CNC machining, understanding tolerances, and design considerations.
• Practical Application: Put your skills to the test by drafting a simple part ready for CNC manufacturing.
• File Preparation: Learn to export and correctly prepare your designs in CNC-friendly formats.

### Who Should Attend?

• This class is a prerequisite for all our CNC machine classes (CNC Laser, Plasma Cutter, and Routers).
• This course is ideal for hobbyists, students, aspiring engineers, or anyone interested in gaining a foundational understanding of 2D drafting for CNC.

Pay and register online at: https://makesantafe.org/events/category/badge-classes/cnc-router/list/

With the X-Carve, you can unleash your inner artist and create stunning pieces for your home, office, or business. Whether you’re a hobbyist, a maker, or a professional designer, this tool will take your creations to the next level.
So, are you ready to get started with the X-Carve? Let’s carve out some fun!

## Course Description:

This class is designed to give students a comprehensive introduction to using a CNC router while creating a fun Marble Maze project. Students will learn how to create 2D designs in CAD software, prepare files for cutting, operate the CNC router, and troubleshoot common issues that arise during the cutting process. By the end of the class, students will have the skills necessary to create precision cuts in various materials, including wood & plastic, and will have completed their unique marble maze.

## Prerequisites*:

• Students must have experience with 2-dimensional drawing or drafting programs such as Adobe Illustrator, Fusion 360, Inkscape, AutoCAD, Vectorworks, Easel, Corel Draw, etc. This is not a drafting class, but we will use one of these software in the class!
• Students must have basic computer skills, including navigating file systems, exporting files, managing files, and using Mac and PC software programs.
• No prior experience with CNC routers is required.

*Please reach out if you have questions about these prerequisites or your eligibility.

## Materials:

All necessary materials and tools will be provided by Make Santa Fe, including the wood for the maze. However, students may wish to bring their laptops with CAD software installed.

## Course Objectives:

• Understand the basics of CNC routing and its various applications
• Learn how to create 2D and 3D designs
• Develop skills in preparing files for cutting and operating the CNC router
• Gain an understanding of the materials that can be cut with a CNC router and their limitations
• Learn how to troubleshoot common issues that arise during the cutting process
• Gain hands-on experience with the CNC router, including creating precision cuts to make a marble maze.

## Badge:

Upon completing the class, students will receive a Badge of completion from Make Santa Fe and will have their custom-made marble maze.

## About the Instructor

James W. Johnson is the executive director of MAKE Santa Fe, CEO of Mindshare Labs, and sits on the board of Trustees at Santa Fe Playhouse. He’s also an avid maker. James studied Theater and Art at the University of Idaho, earning his B.F.A.
Upon graduation, he dove into a career as a scene designer. To date, James has designed or built over 150 different theatrical sets. His work has been on stage at Santa Fe Playhouse, Hedgerow Theater, Flat Rock Playhouse, NC Stage Company, and many others nationwide.
His career in the theater slowly evolved into becoming a non-profit administrator. Over the past decade, James has helped theaters, non-profits, and higher education institutes make their mark on the web by creating online systems that benefit the missions of those institutions. He’s led fundraising, marketing, and business development teams and is a self-taught web developer specializing in programming languages related to web design.
James maintains artistic inspiration through photography, metalwork, and as a scenic designer. He’s passionate about leading MAKE Santa Fe and loves sharing his knowledge.