Classes
All classes are listed below, including New Member Orientation sessions and Facility & Safety Tours. Check back often for updates or reach out to membership@asmbly.org if you have any questions.
December 4, 2021
2:00 PM, New Member Orientation with Scott FULL
Description
This is an informative, and required, virtual orientation session for new Asmbly members. Check your email after registering for the event confirmation with the Zoom link.
Here's a checklist of the items for this session:
- Watch our video tour of the space here to get an idea of what we have to offer.
- Sign up for our Discourse forum yo.asmbly.org. Discourse is our main hub for member communication, so take some time to check out what's there and if you'd like you can introduce yourself in Member Introductions.
- Attend this virtual orientation session.
- Sign the member agreement & waiver online at asmbly.org/waiver.
- Purchase a membership by logging in to your Neon member portal and selecting "My Membership" from the dropdown menu.
- You may want to wait until the day of your Facility & Safety Tour to purchase your membership.
For a full overview of the process to becoming a member, check out our website at asmbly.org/join-asmbly.
4:00 PM, CNC Router Course w/ James $150 (total) FULL
Description
Asmbly has a CNC Router with a 5ft x 8ft bed that was custom made for the membership to use. The CNC Router course is a two-part course that will take place on two evenings in the same week.
Price: $75 per session
Introduction to the CNC Router and related programs needed to use it. Lessons on bits to use, materials and speeds, and layout on the Machine. Day one is a Online meeting for all computer lessons, day two is in person and includes setting up the machine, saving g-code and running the machine. The CNC Router course is a two-part course that will take place on two evenings in the same week. Completion of Part I is a prerequisite for taking Part II.
Requirements:
You must wear eye protection while using the CNC router. Please remember to bring a notepad or another way that you can take notes during the class.
Part 1 (Sat 4-6:30 PM on Zoom)
Part 2 (Sun 4-7 PM in person at ATXHS)
December 5, 2021
9:00 AM, Wood Lathe Basics w/ Charles FULL
Description
This is an introductory class to help students feel comfortable working with the wood lathe, and to introduce some of the skills needed to create an endless list of projects. A primary focus of the class will be on safety and ensuring the lathe gouges are kept sharp and in excellent shape. The safety aspects of working with this tool are extremely important as well as ensuring the lathe gouges and chisels are kept sharp and in excellent shape and Students will be given a few opportunities to get hands on with the wood lathe through the class. All material is provided.
9:00 AM, Woodshop Safety w/ Charlie FULL
Description
This class provides a 2 hour introduction to our woodworking shop, with a focus on safely using a table saw, planer, band saw, router, and drill press.
11:00 AM, Facility & Safety Tour w/ Josh
Description
This is a mandatory, 30-minute, on-site course for all new members in addition to the online orientation. This class is also free of charge. Class will cover facilities tour, focusing on general shop safety protocol and operations. Classes will be offered immediately preceeding the Woodshop Safety course on Wednesdays.
December 8, 2021
5:30 PM, Facility & Safety Tour w/ Stephannie FULL
Description
This is a mandatory, 30-minute, on-site course for all new members in addition to the online orientation. This class is also free of charge. Class will cover facilities tour, focusing on general shop safety protocol and operations. Classes will be offered immediately preceeding the Woodshop Safety course on Wednesdays.
6:00 PM, Big Lasers Class w/ Travis FULL
Description
In this class you will be introduced to laser cutters and learn the process of going from a design to cutting/etching on our Ruida controlled lasers, including Tarkin - a large format laser capable of cutting through materials up to 1.5" thick. You will practice this procedure several times and even make your own personalized first project. The software you'll use with our lasers is LightBurn (LightburnSoftware.com) and the process you'll practice is generally usable across most laser projects.
When you've finished the class you'll walk away with a step-by-step guide to using Asmbly lasers, a personalized project you'll have cut by yourself, and the certification to use Asmbly's Ruida controlled laser cutters going forward.
6:00 PM, Woodshop Safety w/ Keiarra FULL
Description
This class provides a 2 hour introduction to our woodworking shop, with a focus on safely using a table saw, planer, band saw, router, and drill press.
6:30 PM, CNC Router Course w/ Danny $150 (total) FULL
Description
Asmbly has a CNC Router with a 5ft x 8ft bed that was custom made for the membership to use. The CNC Router course is a two-part course that will take place on two evenings in the same week.
Price: $75 per session
Introduction to the CNC Router and related programs needed to use it. Lessons on bits to use, materials and speeds, and layout on the Machine. Day one is a Online meeting for all computer lessons, day two is in person and includes setting up the machine, saving g-code and running the machine. The CNC Router course is a two-part course that will take place on two evenings in the same week. Completion of Part I is a prerequisite for taking Part II.
Requirements:
You must wear eye protection while using the CNC router. Please remember to bring a notepad or another way that you can take notes during the class.
Part 1 (Wed 6:30 - 9 PM on Zoom)
Part 2 (Thurs 6:30 - 9 PM in person at Asmbly)
December 11, 2021
9:00 AM, Intro to 3D Printing $100 (total) w/Greg FULL
Description
This course is an introduction to 3D printing. The course will cover important settings for 3d printing such as infill, layer height, materials, speed, etc, as well as going over where to find those things in the slicing software and making adjustments. The 3D printing course is a two-part course that takes place over two sessions on Saturday with a 30 minute break in between.
Price: $100.
Requirements:
You must purchase and bring 1-2 spools of 1.75mm pla flilament with you to the in person portion of the class. These run around $20/ea on Amazon and can last months. Instructor recommends the brand Hatchbox, which is the most popular and easy to use. Other recommended brands are: Overture, Proto-Pasta, ColorFabb, Ultimaker, and Makerbot. Please remember to bring a notepad or other way to take notes during class.
PART I (9-11.15am)
Basics of Printing
- Types of Printers
- Types of Filament
Printer Terms and Functions
- Main Printer Parts and Purpose
How to get 3-D Prints
- Brief Overview of Creating in CAD Software
- Downloading Models
Printing Software
Slicer’s
- General Overview and Features
- Best Placement Positions
- Slicer Settings
- Necessary Settings
- Optional Settings
Octoprint
Basic Operation
- Pre-Print Checklist
- Proper First Layer Appearance
- Common Issues and Fixes
- Homework/Prep for In-Person Portion
30 MIN BREAK 11.15-11.45am
PART II (11.45am-2pm)
Loading unloading filament using separate machines
Operating the 3D printers and printing designs
9:00 AM, TIG Welding w/ Joe $100 FULL
Description
Required dress: Natural fiber long pants, natural fiber shirt, and closed toe shoes (natural fiber being cotton or wool)
Optional: If you want your own TIG consumables, you can buy the parts for “17 series torch”. Most welding gas supply shops carry it, Amazon and Cyberweld.com. I would get 2% thoriated or purple tops 1/16" or 3/32" diameter tungsten rod. Get ER70S- steel fill rod in 1/16" size.
Curriculumn:
- Safety
- How to sharpen tungsten
- How to weld steel beads
- How to tack weld
- Cover the use of the tools in the metal shop
Things not covered in this class:
- Aluminum is not covered. I think the pathway through steel tig welding will help you get comfortable with the process prior to adding two more variables when moving onto AL.
2:00 PM, Orientation and Facility Tour with Scott FULL
Description
This is an informative, and required, orientation session for new Asmbly members. Please be aware that this session will be in person at the makerspace and will require that all attendees wear a mask throughout. We have kept the fee for this session as low as possible to keep it at an affordable level, but also enough to ensure our instructors can be compensated for their time.
Here's a few things you can check out prior to this session:
- Watch our video tour of the space here to get an idea of what we have to offer.
- Sign up for our Discourse forum yo.asmbly.org. Discourse is our main hub for member communication, so take some time to check out what's there and if you'd like you can introduce yourself in Member Introductions.
- Sign the member agreement & waiver online at asmbly.org/waiver.
- Purchase a membership by logging in to your Neon member portal and selecting "My Membership" from the dropdown menu.
- You may want to wait until the day of your Woodshop Safety class to purchase your membership.
For a full overview of the process to becoming a member, check out our website at asmbly.org/how-to-join-asmbly.
December 12, 2021
8:00 AM, Big Lasers Class w/ Travis FULL
Description
In this class you will be introduced to laser cutters and learn the process of going from a design to cutting/etching on our Ruida controlled lasers, including Tarkin - a large format laser capable of cutting through materials up to 1.5" thick. You will practice this procedure several times and even make your own personalized first project. The software you'll use with our lasers is LightBurn (LightburnSoftware.com) and the process you'll practice is generally usable across most laser projects.
When you've finished the class you'll walk away with a step-by-step guide to using Asmbly lasers, a personalized project you'll have cut by yourself, and the certification to use Asmbly's Ruida controlled laser cutters going forward.
9:00 AM, Woodshop Safety w/ Charlie
Description
This class provides a 2 hour introduction to our woodworking shop, with a focus on safely using a table saw, planer, band saw, router, and drill press.
9:00 AM, Metal Lathe w/ Joe
Description
Why: The metal lathe is one of the 2 tools you could use to rebuild the entire world. Its versatility is very understated. Prior to the invention of the metal lathe we could only get close to being round. Making spacers, turning a new handle, properly drilling a hole in round stock, and cleaning up round stock.
Update: I got some new Iscar carbide inserts that are capable cutting steel and aluminum. The main difference is the rpms for the two types of metal.
Topics covered in this course:
- Safety
- How to use the aluminum chop saw for cutting stock
- Parts of the metal lathe
- How to indicate a part
- How to face a part
- How to turn a part
- How to center drill, drill, and use a boring bar
- How to knurl
- How to part a part
- Clean up procedure
You will get a handout, a greater appreciation of the metal lathe, an Iscar carbide insert, and an aluminum keepsake.
December 14, 2021
6:30 PM, Big Lasers Class w/ Bryan FULL
Description
In this class you will be introduced to laser cutters and learn the process of going from a design to cutting/etching on our Ruida controlled lasers, including Tarkin - a large format laser capable of cutting through materials up to 1.5" thick. You will practice this procedure several times and even make your own personalized first project. The software you'll use with our lasers is LightBurn (LightburnSoftware.com) and the process you'll practice is generally usable across most laser projects.
When you've finished the class you'll walk away with a step-by-step guide to using Asmbly lasers, a personalized project you'll have cut by yourself, and the certification to use Asmbly's Ruida controlled laser cutters going forward.
7:00 PM, Orientation and Facility Tour with Stephen
Description
This is an informative, and required, orientation session for new Asmbly members. Please be aware that this session will be in person at the makerspace and will require that all attendees wear a mask throughout. We have kept the fee for this session as low as possible to keep it at an affordable level, but also enough to ensure our instructors can be compensated for their time.
Here's a few things you can check out prior to this session:
- Watch our video tour of the space here to get an idea of what we have to offer.
- Sign up for our Discourse forum yo.asmbly.org. Discourse is our main hub for member communication, so take some time to check out what's there and if you'd like you can introduce yourself in Member Introductions.
- Sign the member agreement & waiver online at asmbly.org/waiver.
- Purchase a membership by logging in to your Neon member portal and selecting "My Membership" from the dropdown menu.
- You may want to wait until the day of your Woodshop Safety class to purchase your membership.
For a full overview of the process to becoming a member, check out our website at asmbly.org/how-to-join-asmbly.
December 15, 2021
6:00 PM, Big Lasers Class w/ Travis
Description
In this class you will be introduced to laser cutters and learn the process of going from a design to cutting/etching on our Ruida controlled lasers, including Tarkin - a large format laser capable of cutting through materials up to 1.5" thick. You will practice this procedure several times and even make your own personalized first project. The software you'll use with our lasers is LightBurn (LightburnSoftware.com) and the process you'll practice is generally usable across most laser projects.
When you've finished the class you'll walk away with a step-by-step guide to using Asmbly lasers, a personalized project you'll have cut by yourself, and the certification to use Asmbly's Ruida controlled laser cutters going forward.
6:00 PM, Woodshop Safety w/ Josh
Description
This class provides a 2 hour introduction to our woodworking shop, with a focus on safely using a table saw, planer, band saw, router, and drill press.
December 16, 2021
7:00 PM, Blue Laser w/ Matt Mancuso FULL
Description
This class is an introduction to our blue laser - ULS 60W. We will cover laser basics, materials to cut or not cut, basics in CorelDraw, and proper settings and troubleshooting.
December 18, 2021
9:00 AM, Wood Lathe Basics w/ Charles
Description
This is an introductory class to help students feel comfortable working with the wood lathe, and to introduce some of the skills needed to create an endless list of projects. A primary focus of the class will be on safety and ensuring the lathe gouges are kept sharp and in excellent shape. The safety aspects of working with this tool are extremely important as well as ensuring the lathe gouges and chisels are kept sharp and in excellent shape and Students will be given a few opportunities to get hands on with the wood lathe through the class. All material is provided.
9:00 AM, Metal Lathe w/ Joe FULL
Description
Why: The metal lathe is one of the 2 tools you could use to rebuild the entire world. Its versatility is very understated. Prior to the invention of the metal lathe we could only get close to being round. Making spacers, turning a new handle, properly drilling a hole in round stock, and cleaning up round stock.
Update: I got some new Iscar carbide inserts that are capable cutting steel and aluminum. The main difference is the rpms for the two types of metal.
Topics covered in this course:
- Safety
- How to use the aluminum chop saw for cutting stock
- Parts of the metal lathe
- How to indicate a part
- How to face a part
- How to turn a part
- How to center drill, drill, and use a boring bar
- How to knurl
- How to part a part
- Clean up procedure
You will get a handout, a greater appreciation of the metal lathe, an Iscar carbide insert, and an aluminum keepsake.
December 19, 2021
8:00 AM, Big Lasers Class w/ Travis FULL
Description
In this class you will be introduced to laser cutters and learn the process of going from a design to cutting/etching on our Ruida controlled lasers, including Tarkin - a large format laser capable of cutting through materials up to 1.5" thick. You will practice this procedure several times and even make your own personalized first project. The software you'll use with our lasers is LightBurn (LightburnSoftware.com) and the process you'll practice is generally usable across most laser projects.
When you've finished the class you'll walk away with a step-by-step guide to using Asmbly lasers, a personalized project you'll have cut by yourself, and the certification to use Asmbly's Ruida controlled laser cutters going forward.
9:00 AM, Woodshop Safety w/ Keiarra
Description
This class provides a 2 hour introduction to our woodworking shop, with a focus on safely using a table saw, planer, band saw, router, and drill press.
December 22, 2021
6:00 PM, Woodshop Safety w/ Charles
Description
This class provides a 2 hour introduction to our woodworking shop, with a focus on safely using a table saw, planer, band saw, router, and drill press.
6:00 PM, Big Lasers Class w/ Travis FULL
Description
In this class you will be introduced to laser cutters and learn the process of going from a design to cutting/etching on our Ruida controlled lasers, including Tarkin - a large format laser capable of cutting through materials up to 1.5" thick. You will practice this procedure several times and even make your own personalized first project. The software you'll use with our lasers is LightBurn (LightburnSoftware.com) and the process you'll practice is generally usable across most laser projects.
When you've finished the class you'll walk away with a step-by-step guide to using Asmbly lasers, a personalized project you'll have cut by yourself, and the certification to use Asmbly's Ruida controlled laser cutters going forward.
January 2, 2022
9:00 AM, Woodshop Safety w/ Charlie
Description
This class provides a 2 hour introduction to our woodworking shop, with a focus on safely using a table saw, planer, band saw, router, and drill press.
January 5, 2022
6:00 PM, Woodshop Safety w/ Josh
Description
This class provides a 2 hour introduction to our woodworking shop, with a focus on safely using a table saw, planer, band saw, router, and drill press.
January 8, 2022
9:00 AM, Wood Lathe Basics w/ Charles
Description
This is an introductory class to help students feel comfortable working with the wood lathe, and to introduce some of the skills needed to create an endless list of projects. A primary focus of the class will be on safety and ensuring the lathe gouges are kept sharp and in excellent shape. The safety aspects of working with this tool are extremely important as well as ensuring the lathe gouges and chisels are kept sharp and in excellent shape and Students will be given a few opportunities to get hands on with the wood lathe through the class. All material is provided.
January 9, 2022
9:00 AM, Woodshop Safety w/ Keiarra
Description
This class provides a 2 hour introduction to our woodworking shop, with a focus on safely using a table saw, planer, band saw, router, and drill press.
January 12, 2022
6:00 PM, Woodshop Safety w/ Charles
Description
This class provides a 2 hour introduction to our woodworking shop, with a focus on safely using a table saw, planer, band saw, router, and drill press.
January 15, 2022
4:00 PM, CNC Router Course w/ James $150 (total)
Description
Asmbly has a CNC Router with a 5ft x 8ft bed that was custom made for the membership to use. The CNC Router course is a two-part course that will take place on two evenings in the same week.
Price: $75 per session
Introduction to the CNC Router and related programs needed to use it. Lessons on bits to use, materials and speeds, and layout on the Machine. Day one is a Online meeting for all computer lessons, day two is in person and includes setting up the machine, saving g-code and running the machine. The CNC Router course is a two-part course that will take place on two evenings in the same week. Completion of Part I is a prerequisite for taking Part II.
Requirements:
You must wear eye protection while using the CNC router. Please remember to bring a notepad or another way that you can take notes during the class.
Part 1 (Sat 4-6:30 PM on Zoom)
Part 2 (Sun 4-7 PM in person at ATXHS)
January 16, 2022
9:00 AM, Woodshop Safety w/ Charlie
Description
This class provides a 2 hour introduction to our woodworking shop, with a focus on safely using a table saw, planer, band saw, router, and drill press.
January 19, 2022
6:00 PM, Woodshop Safety w/ Josh
Description
This class provides a 2 hour introduction to our woodworking shop, with a focus on safely using a table saw, planer, band saw, router, and drill press.
6:30 PM, CNC Router Course w/ Danny $150 (total)
Description
Asmbly has a CNC Router with a 5ft x 8ft bed that was custom made for the membership to use. The CNC Router course is a two-part course that will take place on two evenings in the same week.
Price: $75 per session
Introduction to the CNC Router and related programs needed to use it. Lessons on bits to use, materials and speeds, and layout on the Machine. Day one is a Online meeting for all computer lessons, day two is in person and includes setting up the machine, saving g-code and running the machine. The CNC Router course is a two-part course that will take place on two evenings in the same week. Completion of Part I is a prerequisite for taking Part II.
Requirements:
You must wear eye protection while using the CNC router. Please remember to bring a notepad or another way that you can take notes during the class.
Part 1 (Wed 6:30 - 9 PM on Zoom)
Part 2 (Thurs 6:30 - 9 PM in person at Asmbly)
January 23, 2022
9:00 AM, Woodshop Safety w/ Keiarra
Description
This class provides a 2 hour introduction to our woodworking shop, with a focus on safely using a table saw, planer, band saw, router, and drill press.
January 26, 2022
6:00 PM, Woodshop Safety w/ Charles
Description
This class provides a 2 hour introduction to our woodworking shop, with a focus on safely using a table saw, planer, band saw, router, and drill press.
January 29, 2022
9:00 AM, Wood Lathe Basics w/ Charles
Description
This is an introductory class to help students feel comfortable working with the wood lathe, and to introduce some of the skills needed to create an endless list of projects. A primary focus of the class will be on safety and ensuring the lathe gouges are kept sharp and in excellent shape. The safety aspects of working with this tool are extremely important as well as ensuring the lathe gouges and chisels are kept sharp and in excellent shape and Students will be given a few opportunities to get hands on with the wood lathe through the class. All material is provided.
January 30, 2022
9:00 AM, Woodshop Safety w/ Charlie
Description
This class provides a 2 hour introduction to our woodworking shop, with a focus on safely using a table saw, planer, band saw, router, and drill press.
February 2, 2022
6:00 PM, Woodshop Safety w/ Josh
Description
This class provides a 2 hour introduction to our woodworking shop, with a focus on safely using a table saw, planer, band saw, router, and drill press.
February 6, 2022
9:00 AM, Woodshop Safety w/ Keiarra
Description
This class provides a 2 hour introduction to our woodworking shop, with a focus on safely using a table saw, planer, band saw, router, and drill press.
February 9, 2022
6:00 PM, Woodshop Safety w/ Charles
Description
This class provides a 2 hour introduction to our woodworking shop, with a focus on safely using a table saw, planer, band saw, router, and drill press.