Introduces the operation of equipment and tools used in standard welding and manufacturing shops. Identifies procedures, practices and skills used by welders including commonly used welding machines and the equipment used to cut and finish material. No discounts or waivers.

This course will guide you through the fundamentals of 3D Design using Blender, a highly accessible, free, open source 3D modeling program. It can be used for a wide variety of purposes, like mockup engineering, sculpting, drawing, animation, 3D printing, game development, physics simulation, video editing, compositing, and rendering.

Good news! The future is here. 3D printing technology is incredible and you can learn how to harness it to bring your creative ideas to life! In this class you'll be learning about several different types of 3D printers, their strengths and weaknesses, and which kinds of projects each technique is best suited for. You'll practice on the variety of 3D printers at CGCC, and by the end, you'll walk away with a unique print of your very own design. If you want to learn 3D modeling and use those skills in 3D printing, consider taking Fusion 360 or 3D Design Using Blender alongside this class.

This is a class that does not have a shooting portion. It informs the students how to safely handle and make safe firearms they may come in contact with. In their home, or in other places. It teaches ways to store firearms and ammunition. Book avalaible for purchase at the class for $15.

This course is designed to give facilitated and curated access to equipment in CGCC's Skills Center. It provides access and basic training on the use of GTAW/SMAW/GMAW welding equipment, a shear, a sheet metal bender, CNC plasma machines, laser engraving, plastic and resin 3D printing equipment, manual milling equipment, CNC milling equipment, CNC lathe equipment, and small format CNC waterjet. Think of it as the ultimate maker space and a chance to learn on industrial grade and quality equipment that can scale upwards or downwards. Small business participation is encouraged! Equipment access is available on a first-come-first-serve basis during the listed class hours. A CGCC instructor will be present to facilitate use and teach basic CAD/CAM for CNC equipment, but prior experience or knowledge is beneficial. Students can be approved for independent equipment use through a badging process. Basic and small scrap materials are provided. For more in depth projects, materials can be purchased at cost from CGCC. A general safety course must be taken prior to usage of equipment. The training is provided by S/P2 and will be done on the first day of class. Proof of completion must be provided and retained by CGCC.

The course introduces the student to the Knowledge, skills and attitude necessary for owning and using a rifle safely. Students will learn about rifle parts and operation, ammunition, gun safety, and rifle shooting fundamentals. This prepares the student with basic skills in handling a rifle for hunting or shooting for fun or basics for shooting sports. Range fee of $15 x2 will be paid to the range at the time of use.

The NRA Basics of Pistol Safety Course covers pistol safety, handling and responsible firearm ownership for beginners and intermediates. • Classroom and indoor range are located in the basement of the Mid Columbia Senior Center, 1112 W 9th St, The Dalles, OR. • Students will be required to certify to their legal eligibility and sign a Firearm Release Form. • Students are responsible for acquiring their own ammunition, and will be instructed on how to complete this assignment. • Must attend all four sessions to complete the course. Emergency situations considered. Successful participants will receive a certificate of completion, which is required to apply for an Oregon Concealed Handgun License. No discounts or waivers.