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Workforce Skills Training

Intro to Electronics Soldering

with Tomas Amadeo

May
3

May 3rd, 2025

$100 More Info
Learn to solder electrical components to circuit boards and join electric wires. This 3-hour course introduces the tools, materials, safety considerations, and skills for making sound soldered joints. You’ll learn important safety practices for handling high temperature tools, use of appropriate PPE, all done in a ventilated environment. You’ll hone your new soldering skills through a series of practice exercises using electrical circuit components.

Intro to Electronics Soldering

with Tomas Amadeo

Jun
7

June 7th, 2025

$100 More Info
Learn to solder electrical components to circuit boards and join electric wires. This 3-hour course introduces the tools, materials, safety considerations, and skills for making sound soldered joints. You’ll learn important safety practices for handling high temperature tools, use of appropriate PPE, all done in a ventilated environment. You’ll hone your new soldering skills through a series of practice exercises using electrical circuit components.

Introduction to Programming in Python

with Elizabeth Willard

May
24

May 24th, 2025

$100 More Info
The class begins with an overview of Python, a language designed for code readability. You will learn the basics of Python and programming concepts like variables, loops, functions, and classes. You will gain working knowledge needed to begin coding and using Python for your day-to-day tasks. No prior experience is needed, but a computer will be needed in order to participate.

Electronic Soldering

with Tomas Amadeo

Apr
5

April 5th, 2025

$100 More Info

Learn soldering, a critical skill for making electronic circuits.

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Intro to Laser Cutting

with Tomas Amadeo

May
17

May 17th, 2025

$100 More Info
Learn how a laser cutter works, what materials can be cut with it, and how it can expand your making skills and engrave your artwork.