Blacksmithing has stepped into the 21st century as a creative art form, and many people are newly discovering the enjoyment of working in this ancient trade.
Blacksmiths work by heating pieces of wrought iron or steel in a forge until the metal becomes soft enough to be shaped with hand tools, such as a hammer and chisel. In NAIT's blacksmithing courses, students learn the history of smithing and basic blacksmith techniques. They also have the opportunity to produce their own works, including tools and creative metal items.
For new students, the BLS101 Blacksmithing course will introduce them to the basics. Intermediate Blacksmithing (BLS201) follows with more advanced skills. Ready to dive-in with both feet? Try the week-long summer session Blacksmithing Bootcamp (BLS301)!
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