SCMP 118 - Weld-a-Saurus, For Girls (Gr. 7-12)

Course Description
The age of the dinosaur is back and you can be part of the re-creation! You’ll start by learning how to use a MIG welder and basic welding techniques such as beading, padding and the gas metal arc welding process. You will practice your skills by welding a variety of projects. Then, you’ll transform a steel plate into the skeleton of a dinosaur! Take home your welding creations at the end of the week.
Essential Skills: Continuous learning, Document use, Reading

DRESS CODE REQUIREMENTS: All participants are required to wear closed-toe shoes with a good tread; no sandals or open-toe shoes permitted in the shop. Steel-toed boots are preferred but not required. Rubber boots are also appropriate footwear. Do not wear canvas/cloth shoes, as the sparks may burn through the material. Long pants are required to be worn in the shop; no shorts, capris, low-cut tops, or loose clothing that could get caught in power tools. Coveralls or clothes that can get dirty are preferred. Campers with long hair should ensure that they bring hair elastics to tie back their hair.

SAFETY NOTE: Eye and hearing protection will be provided. Campers are required to adhere to the safety precautions outlined by the instructors; safety infractions may lead to removal from the camp.

NOTE: Projects will fit in the back of a vehicle.

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Additional Requisite Information:
Register using your child’s name. Registration for camp and lunch closes at 12:00pm (MT) on the Thursday before the camp begins. Late registrations will not be accepted.

DRESS CODE REQUIREMENTS: This camp requires that all participants wear closed-toe shoes (open-toed or sandals will not be permitted into the shop) while in the welding lab. Steel-toed boots are preferred but not required. Rubber boots are also appropriate footwear. Do not wear canvas/cloth shoes, as the sparks may burn through the material. Participants must wear long pants and appropriate clothing. Coveralls are recommended.

SAFETY NOTE: Eye and hearing protection will be provided. Campers are required to adhere to the safety precautions outlined by the instructors; safety infractions may lead to removal from the camp.