Event Updates for September 2023

Event updates for September 2023

General Class Amateur Radio License (2 of 8)

Time: Sep 09 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Host: Randy Reynard
Price: MakeICT Members - $30.00
Price: Non-Members - $35.00

See first class for description

General Class Amateur Radio License (3 of 8)

Time: Sep 11 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Host: Randy Reynard
Price: MakeICT Members - $30.00
Price: Non-Members - $35.00

See first class for description

General Class Amateur Radio License (4 of 8)

Time: Sep 12 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Host: Randy Reynard
Price: MakeICT Members - $30.00
Price: Non-Members - $35.00
Ages: -1 and up

See first class for description

General Class Amateur Radio License (5 of 8)

Time: Sep 13 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Host: Randy Reynard
Price: MakeICT Members - $30.00
Price: Non-Members - $35.00

See first class for description

General Class Amateur Radio License (6 of 8)

Time: Sep 14 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Host: Randy Reynard
Price: MakeICT Members - $30.00
Price: Non-Members - $35.00

See first class for description

General Class Amateur Radio License (7 of 8)

Time: Sep 15 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Host: Randy Reynard
Price: MakeICT Members - $30.00
Price: Non-Members - $35.00

See first class for description

General Class Amateur Radio License (8 of 8)

Time: Sep 16 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Host: Randy Reynard
Price: MakeICT Members - $30.00
Price: Non-Members - $35.00

See first class for description

General Class Amateur Radio License (Testing)

Time: Sep 16 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Host: Randy Reynard
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $0.00

This will be the test for the course.
All levels of Amateur Radio License tests will be available: Technician, General, and Amateur Extra.
If you are already licensed and that shows up in the ULS database, you need bring nothing but 2 forms of ID, one of which MUST be government issued.
If you have tested but are not yet reflected in the ULS database, bring your CSCE (you would have received that when you passed previous tests).

Maker Monday

Time: Sep 11 07:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Host: Membership Committee
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-5382042
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $0.00

Maker Monday is our open house event. It’s a great way to experience the makerspace and the maker culture in person. You’ll learn all about our space, tools, policies, people, and how we operate.

Our tours are free and open to the public. While you are welcome to just show up, we prefer that you register in advance so we have enough members on hand to assist with our tours.

You are welcome to hang out and chat after your tour. There’s always something interesting going on at Maker Monday!

To contact our Membership Committee to arrange a tour outside of Maker Mondays, or if you have general questions about joining, send an email to membership@makeict.org.

Maker Monday

Time: Sep 25 07:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Host: Membership Committee
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-5382043
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $0.00

Maker Monday is our open house event. It’s a great way to experience the makerspace and the maker culture in person. You’ll learn all about our space, tools, policies, people, and how we operate.

Our tours are free and open to the public. While you are welcome to just show up, we prefer that you register in advance so we have enough members on hand to assist with our tours.

You are welcome to hang out and chat after your tour. There’s always something interesting going on at Maker Monday!

To contact our Membership Committee to arrange a tour outside of Maker Mondays, or if you have general questions about joining, send an email to membership@makeict.org.

Member Orientation

Time: Sep 26 06:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Host: Membership committee
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-5382055
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00

Member Orientation sessions are required for all new members and exist to familiarize you with the building and the organization. To qualify for this session, you must fit the following requirements:
- Membership profile completed and approved
- Waiver Signed
- Payments are all current

This session will including a short slideshow about MakeICT and then an in-depth tour of the facility. Members will also sit down with a number of leadership and peer members for a brief discussion to allow us to get to know you. At the end of this session, you will get your key to the building so that you can come and go as you please.

https://makeict.wildapricot.org/Sys/Login

Member Orientation

Time: Sep 09 02:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Host: Membership committee
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-5382056
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00

Member Orientation sessions are required for all new members and exist to familiarize you with the building and the organization. To qualify for this session, you must fit the following requirements:
- Membership profile completed and approved
- Waiver Signed
- Payments are all current

This session will including a short slideshow about MakeICT and then an in-depth tour of the facility. Members will also sit down with a number of leadership and peer members for a brief discussion to allow us to get to know you. At the end of this session, you will get your key to the building so that you can come and go as you please.

https://makeict.wildapricot.org/Sys/Login

One-Color Screen Printing

Time: Sep 06 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Host: Doug Wilson
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-5383542
Price: MakeICT Members - $20.00
Price: Non-Members - $25.00
Ages: 10 and up

This class will focus on the basics of screen-printing; from choosing a design, exposing a screen, washing out the stencil, and applying the ink to paper. Participants will get the opportunity to practice good screen printing technique by helping to produce a run of 50 wall-worthy prints.

We'll also answer any curiosities you might have regarding multi-color printing, printing on cloth, and obtaining and using other people's artwork.

ShopBot CNC Using Easel

Time: Sep 10 04:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Host: Doug Wilson
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-5383548
Price: MakeICT Members - $25.00
Price: Non-Members - $30.00
Ages: 16 and up
Required Authorizations: Woodshop

This class is for those interested in using the CNC ShopBot in the woodshop. During the class, students will design a wooden ring on Easel.com and carve out said ring on the ShopBot. Carving on the ShopBot is quick and accurate, so each person will have the chance to operate the ShopBot themselves and take home a small token of their hard work.
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Woodturning: Maker Monday Edition

Time: Sep 11 06:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Host: Bill Oden
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-5389891
Price: MakeICT Members - $10.00
Price: Non-Members - $15.00
Ages: 12 to 100

Makers should make things on Maker Monday. Turn something simple to find out what woodturning is about.

We will have several experienced woodturners, Members of South Kansas Woodturners, available. This week we will turn a penl. Join Bill Oden, President of SKW.

We wear Protective Face Shields (Safety) when turning. Dust or Cloth Masks are optional.

Kid Friendly, requires Parent with those under 16.

This exploring Woodturning Class does not require Woodshop Safety or Lathe Authorization.

Woodturning: Maker Monday Edition

Time: Sep 25 06:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Host: Bill Oden
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-5389893
Price: MakeICT Members - $10.00
Price: Non-Members - $15.00
Ages: 12 to 100

Makers should make things on Maker Monday. Turn something simple to find out what woodturning is about.

We will have several experienced woodturners, Members of South Kansas Woodturners, available. This week we will turn a penl. Join Bill Oden, President of SKW.

We wear Protective Face Shields (Safety) when turning. Dust or Cloth Masks are optional.

Kid Friendly, requires Parent with those under 16.

This exploring Woodturning Class does not require Woodshop Safety or Lathe Authorization.

General Class Amateur Radio License (1 of 8)

Time: Sep 07 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Host: Randy Reynard
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-5364821
Price: MakeICT Members - $30.00
Price: Non-Members - $35.00

MakeICT General Class Amateur Radio Operator License course.
This is the next step for those who took the very successful "Technician" course in May.
The prices quoted are for the entire course.
Students need to buy their own book.
Here's the link to it on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/School-General-License-Course-2023-2027/dp/B0C5BX9DG8/ref=sr_1_3?crid=1NI70GJWY5ZPB&keywords=ham+radio+school+general&qid=1691030867&sprefix=ham+adio+school+%2Caps%2C113&sr=8-3
There will be a total of 25 classroom hours plus the testing.
There will be 8 sessions to the class, each one is unique and to get the most out of the course students should attend all 8:
Session 1: 9/7 6-9 PM (3 Hours)
Session 2: 9/9 9AM-1PM (4 Hours)
Sessions 3-7: 9/11-9/15 6-9PM (15 hours)
Session 8: 9/16 9AM-Noon (3 Hours)
Testing: 9/17 1-3PM
for more information e-mail: learnhamict@gmail.com
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Woodshop Authorization

Time: Sep 29 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Host: Aaron Rivers
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-5393444
Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00
Price: Non-Members - $20.00

Learn the basics to safely operate the major woodshop tools in this safety class including understanding the limitations of each tool, the forces created when using the tool and how to maintain safe control for improved performance. Tools covered: SawStop table saw, drill press, band saw, router table, jointer, planer, miter saw, oscillating spindle and belt / disk sanders and scroll saw. Expect at least two hours of walkthrough with our tools and equipment, followed by an OPTIONAL hour of hands on practice with the tools aimed at those who have little or no practice with woodworking tools

Prerequisites: Please read the woodshop tool access policy and safety requirements on the wiki page prior to coming to class. Safety Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): • Mandatory: Closed-toed shoes, eye protection, short sleeves • Advisable: Hearing protection

Upon completion of the safety demonstration you can use this woodshop equipment for your projects whenever you work at MakeICT as a member!

Basic Fusion 360 (part 1 of 2)

Time: Sep 07 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Host: LaDeana Dockery
Register: http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-5394390
Price: MakeICT Members - $15.00
Price: Non-Members - $20.00
Ages: 16 and up

This is an introduction to fusion focusing on building 2D sketches. This class will be 2 days long, each being a 2 hour class. You will only register for the first class, but will be expected to attend both. (This one will be Thursday and Saturday.)
The first day will include
* Creating and editing sketches
* Panning, zooming, rotation
* Creating sketch elements like lines, curves, circles
* Trimming and offsetting sketch elements
* Constraints
The second day will include
* Parameters
* Extrude
* Any project you bring