Classes

October 21, 2023, 11am-5pm: Intro to TIG welding with Kiefer. Make Your Own Coat Rack!

Come to HackPGH and learn the basics of TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) welding on our brand new machine! TIG welding offers greater control during the welding process of steel and aluminum and results in stronger, accurate, and aesthetically pleasing welds. This class has no prerequisites and is perfect for those trying to get their “feet…

October 15, 2023, 9am-3pm: Intro to Woodworking – Hardwood Breadboard

THIS CLASS INCLUDES A ONE MONTH HACKPGH MEMBERSHIP! This woodworking class will aim to educate students on basic concepts and safe use of wood shop equipment, while crafting a beautiful and custom wooden bread board out of locally sourced hardwoods. Students will leave with an understanding and safety training on the following equipment and skills:…

September 16, 2023, 11am-5pm: MIG Welding 101 with Kiefer. Make Your Own Chain Lamp!

This class is intended for beginner welders and/or those looking to brush up on rusty skills while building something fun and functional. This class provides the foundation for basic fabrication techniques using a MIG welder. Students will learn to tack-weld into place and fully weld steel. Each student will make and take home an industrial…

September 10, 2023, 9am-3pm: Intro to Woodworking – Hardwood Breadboard

THIS (RESCHEDULED) CLASS INCLUDES A ONE MONTH HACKPGH MEMBERSHIP! PLEASE TAKE NOTE OF THE CHANGE IN DATES AND THE INSTRUCTOR! This woodworking class will aim to educate students on basic concepts and safe use of wood shop equipment, while crafting a beautiful and custom wooden breadboard out of locally sourced hardwoods. Students will leave with…

August 19, 2023, 11am – 5pm: MIG Welding 101 with Kiefer: Make Your Own Chain Lamp!

This class is intended for beginner welders and/or those looking to brush up on rusty skills while building something fun and functional. This class provides the foundation for basic fabrication techniques using a MIG welder. Students will learn to tack-weld into place and fully weld steel. Each student will make and take home an industrial…