Jan 13, 2026 |
Active USW employees only Students will forge-weld a three-layer San Mai billet, shape it into a hunting blade, heat treat, grind, and finish it with a custom handle. Lunch is provided. One (1) session, Saturday morning. Class size limited to six...
Jan 13, 2026 |
Active USW employees only One of the Mon valley’s most popular classes! Starting with the basics, learn the how’s and why’s of small gas engines, 2- and 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 to your satisfaction. The instructor will oversee you in your work. Repairs can consist of anything from minor tune-ups to complete overhauls. Ten (10) sessions, Wednesday evenings. Class size limited to twenty-five...
Jan 13, 2026 |
Active USW employees only In this class, each student will forge an 8–10 inch kitchen knife from high-carbon steel, heat treat, grind, and fit it with a finished handle ready for use. Lunch is provided. One (1) session, Saturday morning. Class size limited to six...
Aug 25, 2025 |
Join our instructor from ICA for this three-day class plus one day in the field. This is a unique opportunity to learn in person by conducting actual home inspections at local properties with the instructor. This course teaches how to inspect a residential property and provide a professional inspection report to real estate agents and mortgage professionals. The course covers structure, exteriors, roofing, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, insulation/ventilation systems, report writing, and business development and marketing. Average inspections pay between $300-$500 and take about 2-3 hours based on age and square footage of the property. You do not have to be an expert in construction! Requires online course. Four (4) sessions: three (3) classroom, one (1) field day from 9a–4p on 10/25 or 10/26) Class size limited to twenty...
Aug 25, 2025 |
Active USW employees only New location One of the Mon valley’s most popular classes! Starting with the basics, learn the how’s and why’s of small gas engines, two- and four-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 to your satisfaction. The instructor will oversee you in your work. Repairs can consist of anything from minor tune-ups to complete overhauls. Ten (10) sessions, Wednesday evenings. Class size limited to twenty...
