BLS101 Blacksmithing
Learn blacksmithing by going hands-on. You will learn how to forge the primary tools used in the blacksmithing trade; a punch, hammer and tongs. Students will learn the basics of steel selection, tool design and heat treatment and will apply their knowledge as they develop each tool. Forge welding, riveting and other traditional jointery methods will be integral to the finished work.Students will learn the same blacksmithing techniques that are used to produce Damascus steel, tools, wrought iron, forge artwork and historic hardware.
Students require the following protective equipment:
• safety glasses they can wear all day
• earplugs or muffs that are comfortable
• steel-toed boots are preferred, but sturdy footwear will suffice
• welding gloves (loose fitting, gauntlet style)
• natural fibre clothing (jeans and a cotton t-shirt would work; no nylon or polar fleece).
Hours: 18.00
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Section A - Sept 17 to 19, 2010 Fri, 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm and Sat & Sun, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm GST applicable Campus: Souch Campus Fee: $395 |
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Section B - Oct 22 to 24, 2010 Fri, 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm and Sat & Sun, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm GST applicable Campus: Souch Campus Fee: $395 |
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Section C - Nov 19 to 21, 2010 Fri, 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm and Sat & Sun, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm GST applicable Campus: Souch Campus Fee: $395 |
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Section D - Feb 25 to 27, 2011 Fri, 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm and Sat & Sun, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm GST applicable Campus: Souch Campus Fee: $395 |
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Section E - May 6 to 8, 2011 Fri, 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm and Sat & Sun, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm GST applicable Campus: Souch Campus Fee: $395 |