Introduction to Fabrication Shop

Session 1: June 10-139:30am-4:00pm (with a 30min break for lunch) General Admission: $750 Membership Rate: $700 Galaxy Explorer Rate: $0 Open to incoming 11th and 12th graders. This four-day, hands-on course introduces students to the fundamentals of museum exhibit fabrication in a professional shop environment. Over six hours each day, participants will learn proper shop and machine safety, develop skills with basic hand tools, and explore computer-assisted 2D and 3D drafting. The course also covers material properties and practical considerations for commonly used fabrication materials. By the end of the course, participants will have a solid foundation in the tools, techniques, and expectations of modern fabrication shops. Please bring a water bottle, lunch, and snacks daily. Please wear closed toe shoes, pants, no loose-fitting tops, no hanging jewelry, and hair must be tied up.