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Shop Basics & Certification at Ace Makerspace

Thursday, January 15, 2026 - 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Cost: $18.50*
*Ace Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit member-supported organization. All proceeds support Ace Makerspace and help us serve over 1200 people a year with innovative programs, equitable access to makerspace resources, and more creative, self-reliant communities in Oakland.

Ace Makerspace | 6050 Lowell St., Ste. 214, Oakland, CA 94608

Event Details

You must RSVP/purchase tickets through the Ace Makerspace website: https://www.acemakerspace.org/event/shop-basics-certification-1-15-26

Your Ace Makerspace Woodworking and Metalworking experience starts here! First, get up to speed on shop etiquette and learn the ins and outs of sharing tools and space at Ace Makerspace. This one-hour certification class is required for ALL Wood and Metal Shop users.

Level: Beginner to Expert
Timing: 1 hour
Location: Ace Workshop Suite #214
Prerequisites: None
Certification: Ace Shop Basics (required to use the Ace Shops)
Age: 14+

Agenda

How to find out what is safe use / Safety Tools
Better than you found it
What tools require certification
Using Tool Asset numbers
Consumables
Managing Power
Dust collection and the Cyclone
Storage
Reserving Space Dibs
Reporting when things go wrong, or you do something good
Slack at Ace and for Shop Engagement
How to get help and find things – Wiki + Slack + Go to Class
Air Quality Management Sign Up
What to bring: A notebook or well-charged phone for taking notes.
What to wear: Closed-toe shoes, short sleeves, and work clothes. Long hair must be tied back.
Safety Gear: Eye protection, ear protection, and hand sanitizer will be provided. You can also bring your own.

This class requires a minimum of 4 students per session. If there are not 4 students that sign up, we will issue a refund, otherwise refunds are not allowed.

If you need a scholarship for this class, please submit this request form. You may be notified as little as 24 hours before the event.

New Guests must sign up for a FREE Guest Account and sign their liability waiver before this event starts. Add the FREE account on check out or sign up here → FREE Guest Account.

Ace Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit member-supported organization. All proceeds support Ace Makerspace and help us serve over 1200 people a year with innovative programs, equitable access to makerspace resources, and more creative, self-reliant communities in Oakland.

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: $18.50*
*Ace Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit member-supported organization. All proceeds support Ace Makerspace and help us serve over 1200 people a year with innovative programs, equitable access to makerspace resources, and more creative, self-reliant communities in Oakland.
Categories: In Person, Lectures & Workshops, Other, Rainy Day Fun
Address: 6050 Lowell St., Ste. 214, Oakland, CA 94608

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