FIX IT will be working on robots in the classroom
Course Summary: This is a multi-evening hands-on class to make your own customized and operational printed circuit board (PCB) based on surface mount technologies. This is an introductory course designed for someone who is new to surface mount PCB technology.
The Details: You will learn how to use the free and open source KiCad application to make a schematic and layout a PCB. Your individual challenge will be to make a schematic and 2-layer PCB layout from a simple electronics circuit (provided) based on famous 555 timer and some LEDs. We'll also dabble in PCB art - you'll be able to add some custom graphics to your PCB. Maybe a custom shaped PCB as well. Your PCB will be manufactured by JLCPCB. While the PCBs are being manufactured and shipped to Victoria (about 2 weeks) we'll make laser cut PCB stencils (used to apply solder paste to the PCBs) and have a dry run practice session with some donated PCBs and some components from our Makerspace SMT component inventory. When your PCBs arrive you'll apply the solder paste with your stencil, inspect the paste application with our microscope, use our manual pick-and-place tool to attach the electronic components, and then finally bake your PCB in the Controleo3 reflow oven. If all goes well you'll apply power to your PCB using a USB-C cable and the LEDs will come to life !
Here are the skills you'll learn:
What you will need:
What's included in the course fees:
Instructor: Mike Teachman
Cost:
$100 for Members
$200 for Non-Members
Class size: Max 4 participants. Minimum 2
Cancellation Policy: Non-refundable, fully transferable. Directors to make exceptions based on cases of hardship (injury, death in the family, etc.)
This course is intended to teach a new student the capabilities and basics of using a 2.5D CNC router. Once the course is complete, a student should be able to plan, design, and build a project using a CNC router. Upon completion of the course you will be ready for a checkout on the Victoria Makerspace CNC, and should be able to use the CNC on their own.
The primary material for this course will be wood, however, use of plastics and soft metals will be discussed as well.
Students will have the opportunity to complete multiple small projects, in order to build competency and muscle memory on the CNC router.
This course is not intended to teach CAD; it is expected that the student can produce a model or .dxf/ .svg file to create toolpaths using VCarve.
Course Syllabus (in attached file):
Victoria Makerspace CNC Router Course Syllabus.pdf
$175.00 for Members
$300.00 for Non-Members
Notice:
This course will not run without a minimum of 3 attendees. Refunds or rescheduling will be undertaken in good faith in this eventuality.
Instructor: Chance McClendon
This Course was originally design by Jeff Phillips and we will be following his Syllabus as close as possible. Cancellation Policy: Non-refundable, fully transferable. Directors to make exceptions based on cases of hardship (injury, death in the family, etc.)
FIX IT will be working on robots in the classroom.
Construction of the wall between the Laser area and the Classroom. Member use of both areas are likely to be limited during the construction.
An night hosted by the spaces New Members Committee.
This event is the third mandatory step in the application process. For more details on the application process visit makerspace.ca/apply
General topics covered will include:
Finishing construction of the wall between the Laser area and the Classroom. Member use of both areas are likely to be limited during the construction. Hopefully, this will be painting day.
Intro:
Advanced CNC course will teach you Fusion 360 and how to build parametric designs. You will be able to take that 3D design break it into cuttable parts and cut it on the CNC. Advanced work holding and custom jigs will also be covered.
To take this course you must already be checked out on the CNC this course does not include a CNC checkout and does not go over the general use of the cnc.
Instructor: Chance McCendon
Intro
In this course you will learn the basics of laser marquetry from idea to finished inlay. You will leave the course with an inlayed maple serving board to show off your new abilities!
You do not need any design or art skills to take this course but be aware that this course will not improve your ability in either department. Marquetry is a medium.
All materials will be supplied and there are three makerspace computers that can be used. Laptops are recommended if you have one but are not required.
BCW - Inlay Course.pdf
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