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Tool Shed

Community Skills Day

Come explore a variety of manufacturing skills

Various In-Person Courses

Coming soon

FREE!

COURSE INFORMATION

Course Dates

Coming Soon - Late 2025 (Nov-Dec)

The Exploration Series

1 Day - Multiple 3 Hour Sessions

Join us for the Community Skills Day - Exploration Series - a hands-on, introductory event designed to spark curiosity and help you discover your interests in manufacturing and technology. 

 

Attendees can choose to participate in one of several sessions, including CNC machining, composite fabrication, robotic automation, and more. 

 

These sessions are ideal for beginners and curious learners of all ages, providing a relaxed environment to experiment with different tools and techniques. 

 

As the series expands, additional courses in digital design, drone technology, 3D modeling, and other fields will be added, offering a diverse range of ways to explore new skills and interests.

The Daily Courses

The are various sessions that could be offered, yet due to instructor availability, the daily offerings could vary. So for each Community Skills Day we will list what courses you can sign up for. You'll see this listed above in the course dates.

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For each event, students will choose only one course for the day. 

The current possible courses are:

  • Explore - CNC Machining

  • Explore - Composite Fabrication

  • Explore - Automation Control

Fundamentals of CNC Machining and Shop Floor Skills

Explore - CNC Machining

Experience the process of transforming digital designs into real-world parts through CNC machining. We'll begin by exploring CAD software like Fusion 360 and CATIA, to see how models are created and prepared for manufacturing.

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Participants will have the opportunity to see how these concepts come together in practice, as they use one of several shop CNC machines on site to run their own programs and turn digital designs into physical parts.

  • Introduction to CNC Machines

  • Safety Protocols and PPE

  • Basics of CNC Code and How It Works

  • Material Types and Machining Properties

  • Creating Toolpaths

  • ​Work Holding and Fixturing

  • Indexing and Part Orientation

  • Machine Settings

  • Inspection and Quality Control

  • Troubleshooting Common Issues

  • Maintenance and Cleaning

  • Awareness of Typical Workflow

  • Communication and Documentation

Topics Covered

An Introduction to Composite Fabrication Methods and Techniques

Explore - Composite Fabrication

This introductory session provides participants with a foundational understanding of composite materials, their various types, and practical manufacturing techniques.

 

Participants will learn about different composite components, such as fibers, resins, and core materials, and how they are combined through methods like wet layup and vacuum bagging.

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The course covers essential steps in preparing molds and materials, applying resins, layering fibers, and curing techniques to produce strong, lightweight parts.

Local businesses often seek motivated individuals who can assist with basic fabrication tasks and are eager to learn more on the job. With this foundational knowledge, participants will be better prepared to communicate their understanding of the field to prospective employers.

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Topics Covered

  • Introduction to Composites and Applications

  • Types of Composite Materials (fibers, resins, core materials)

  • Basic Layup Methods

    • Wet layup

    • Vacuum bagging basics

  • Preparing Materials and Molds

  • Surface Preparation and Mold Release

  • Cutting and Handling Fibers and Fabrics

  • Resin Mixing and Application Techniques

  • Layering and Orientation of Fibers

  • Using Release Films and Breather Layers

  • Curing Methods (room temp, heat, vacuum)

  • Inspection and Quality Control

  • Safety Precautions and PPE

  • Cleanup and Waste Management

  • Basic Troubleshooting and Common Issues

  • Documentation and Workflow

The Basic Elements of Automation Control

Explore - Automation Control

In this session, students will explore how various components work together to create intelligent, responsive systems used in manufacturing, robotics, and everyday devices.

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We'll look at the essential automation components commonly found in manufacturing environments such as the various types of sensors and actuators needed to effectively "automate" a process.

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The course emphasizes practical knowledge, helping attendees recognize these devices on the factory floor and supporting entry-level roles in maintenance or manufacturing.

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Topics Covered

  • Introduction to Actuators (motors, relays, solenoids, linear actuators)

  • Sensors (proximity, distance, temperature, light)

  • Pneumatic Components (cylinders, valves, compressors)

  • Power Supply and Power Management in Automation Systems

  • Device Drivers (motor drivers, relay drivers, solenoid drivers)

  • Input/Output (I/O) Interfaces (reading sensors, controlling actuators)

  • How Sensors and Actuators Work Together

  • Safety Features (emergency stops, limit switches, overload protection)

  • Human-Machine Interface (HMI) elements (buttons, displays, touchscreens)

  • Overview of Automation Control Programming

  • Troubleshooting and Maintenance Tips

Course Dates

Coming Soon - Late 2025 (Nov-Dec)

You can register by phone between 9am and 4pm PDT
425-640-1840

Important - You will need a CTCLink ID number in order for us to help you over the phone or in person. You can follow the steps below to get one.

Fill out an application to Edmonds College:

Online Admissions Application

https://apply.ctc.edu/user
* This can take 1-5 business days to get your ID

A few notes for your application:
Enroll as: "First Year"
Program: "Professional Technical"
Term: "_____" (Season plus year, such as: Spring 2023)
Degree or Certificate: "Undecided - Professional Technical"

Once you have received your CTC Link ID number please let us know and we can get you registered for your class.

Click here to get notified of upcoming classes

Mailing List

Registration

Registering Online

Washington State colleges are now using CTCLink for all student services.

  • Follow the link below - login in or create an account

  • Go to "Student Homepage"

  • Choose "Manage Classes"

  • "Class Search and Enroll"

  • Choose Edmonds College and the quater (Control + F to search page)

  • Search for class name or number (Class Number will get you to where you want faster)
     

Online Registration Login Page - CTCLInk

NOTE - All our classes fall under "Special Topics: Manufacturing".

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