Aug 29, 2021 |
In this one-day class, you will get the chance to use a vintage piece of equipment from the booming steel age in this area. A 100# Bradley power hammer, as well as a hand built 25-ton hydraulic press, and good old-fashioned elbow grease with hammer and anvil – all to create and finish a hand-forged blade with your own two hands. You will also walk away with basic forging knowledge that you can take back to your own shop and continue to use. This class is taught by Andrew Takach. On the popular TV show, Forged in Fire (season 4, episode 13), Andrew competed and ultimately won with his Shamshir sword. Several photos of his work have been published in books and magazines, including Knives Annual, Knife World, and Blade magazine. If you enroll and have taken the Bladesmithing class in the past, you will be put on a waitlist so that other members may enroll. Active USW employees only One (1) session, Saturday morning. Lunch is provided. Class ends when all projects are completed. Class size limited to six...
Aug 29, 2021 |
Starting with the basics, learn the how’s and why’s of small gas engines, two (2) and four (4) cycle engines, and air-cooled overhead valve small engines. During the hands-on portion, you will be able to bring in your own equipment, troubleshoot and repair it to your satisfaction. The instructor will oversee and guide you in your work. Repairs can consist of anything from minor tune-ups to complete overhauls. Active USW employees only Retirees and spouses may attend if no active worker is prevented from participating based upon course availability, as per ICD policy. Ten (10) sessions, Wednesday evenings. Class size limited to ten...
Jan 25, 2021 |
If you handle refrigerants, you need to know EPA laws and regulations, safe handling and transportation of refrigerants, and recycling/reclamation. The proctored test is drawn from the EPA test bank to become EPA certified. The test consists of four sections: Environmental Impact of CFCs and Regulations Type I (small appliances) Type II (high pressure and very high pressure) Type III (low pressure) Active USW employees only One (1) session, Friday morning. Class size limited to five...
Jan 25, 2021 |
Electricity is a powerful energy course and electrical safety is the overriding theme to understanding your home’s internal wiring and the operation of your lighting and electrical appliances. Learn how to diagnose and repair common electrical problems and most importantly, know when to call a professional. Active USW employees only Four (4) sessions, Tuesday evenings. Class size limited to six...
Jan 24, 2021 |
Increase your employability by earning your Certified Production Technician 4.0 Maintenance Awareness certificate! Maintenance Awareness is one of four stackable credentials leading to the full Certified Production Technician 4.0 certification, a nationally accredited program that certifies individual for careers in advanced manufacturing. Certification exam will be administered at the end of this course. Active USW employees only Ten (10) sessions, Tuesday evenings. Class size limited to five...
