London's largest fabrication space, Bloqs, opens the doors to its metalworking department with an introduction to metalworking course led by our experienced tutor, Rob Fawcett.

This metalworking course at Bloqs runs over four Thursdays evenings from 6:30pm to 9:00pm.

Please wear comfortable clothing (no open-toe shoes and no shorts) and a workshop apron if you have one. All PPE will be provided. We recommend bringing a bottle of water to stay hydrated, however our Bloqs Kitchen will also have provisions.

No previous experience necessary.

YOU WILL MAKE

A small metal stool with a plywood top.

YOU WILL LEARN

• Basic metal cutting
• How to use the band saw
• How to use the chop saw
• How to use the vertical band saw
• How to use the pedestal grinder
• How to use the belt grinder
• How to use the angle grinder
• Introduction to welding
• How to use jigs
• Finishing techniques

UPON COMPLETION

By the end of the course, if your tutor Rob is satisfied that you can use the machines you've learnt safely and competently, you will be signed off to use the machines as a regular Bloqs member following this course.

Total price per person £130.