Exploration in Metalworking Foundations (in person) | Minneapolis College of Art and Design

Exploration in Metalworking Foundations (in person)

Learn the foundations of metalworking and welding.

This class focuses on transforming ideas, drawings, and designs into three dimensional metal objects. Explore the basics of metal forming and welding by utilizing a project-based approach. The instructor leads demonstrations of techniques spanning several processes, culminating in a final student-driven project. This class utilizes project-based work time to apply instructed techniques and encouragement in exploration and experimentation in metalworking. Aluminum and bronze are not covered in this class. / No class June 17 and 19. / Facility fee of $50 in addition to the course tuition.

Open to students ages 18 and above. Review complete policies, including class cancellation policies, before completing your registration.

Class meeting details

This class has limited access to the 3D Shop. Students do not have access to the 3D Shop outside of class hours, Monday/Wednesdays, 6:00–9:00 p.m.

Prerequisites

Previous drawing experience is helpful, but not required.

Required materials

Supplies required on the first day

  • pen or pencil
  • notebook or sketchbook
  • safety glasses
  • sharpie
  • fire-rated work gloves
  • tape measure

Additional supplies needed throughout the course

  • steel (mild weldable steel) no stainless, aluminum or bronze in this course
  • drill bits for metal
  • hammer
  • wire cutter, or needle nose pliers
  • grinding disks
  • paint / materials for finishing

Additional supplies will be discussed at the first class meeting. Students should expect to spend approximately $120 on supplies.

What to wear
Close-toed shoes are required. Clothes appropriate for messy creativity. Long pants that are 100% cotton or wool. Long hair should be tied back.

Class resources
This class uses Canvas, MCAD’s learning management system and Papercut, MCAD’s printing management system. Please see links for more information.

Class savings

Register on or before May 13 and save $25.
Register for more than one class at a time and receive $25 off each additional class (same-day registrations only).
Additional savings. Are you eligible?

Questions?

Contact MCAD Continuing Education at continuing_education@mcad.edu or call 612.874.3765.

Register

Title
Noncredit Tuition
$375.50
Student Birthdate
  • Date:
    -
  • Time:
    6:00–9:00 p.m. CST
  • Day(s) of the week:
    Monday
    Wednesday
  • Ages:
    Open to students ages 18 and above.
  • Term:
    Summer 24
  • Instructor: Nick Kocatch
  • Location:
    In Person
  • SKU:
    CSFA 9336 01 SU24

Prerequisites:

Previous drawing experience is helpful, but not required.