All badge's cover tool set up, operation and adjustment. Safety and best practices specific to MAKE's tools will also be covered. Anyone who wishes to use a studio is required to take the badge in that studio.

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3d Printing

3d Printing

Learn the basics of additive manufacturing with this badge. From slicing models to operating FDM printers, you’ll gain hands-on experience turning 3D designs into physical objects. Learn troubleshooting, material selection, and post-processing techniques to ensure your prints are successful every time.
Advanced CNC

Advanced CNC

Take your CNC skills to the next level! This badge covers advanced techniques in programming and operating CNC routers, plasma cutters, and mills. Learn how to use specialized tools, optimize material usage, and tackle complex designs with confidence.
Blacksmithing

Blacksmithing

Discover the ancient art of blacksmithing! In this badge, you’ll learn foundational forging techniques, including hammer control, heat treatment, and shaping steel. Create functional and decorative metalwork as you master the anvil and forge in our well-equipped studio.
Blacksmithing Power Hammer

Blacksmithing Power Hammer

Take your blacksmithing skills up a notch by learning to use the power hammer. This badge focuses on operating the machine safely while achieving precision in shaping and drawing out steel. Perfect for tackling larger projects and reducing manual labor.
Casting & Mold Making

Casting & Mold Making

Explore the art of creating molds and casting materials like bronze and aluminum. This badge teaches you to design, build, and pour molds for sculpture, prototypes, and industrial applications. Gain the skills to replicate objects with precision.
Ceramics & Pottery

Ceramics & Pottery

Dive into the world of ceramics with this hands-on badge. Learn techniques for hand-building, wheel throwing, and glazing to create functional or artistic pottery. Discover the joy of working with clay, from shaping to firing in the kiln.
CNC Router

CNC Router

Learn the CNC router and bring your woodworking or fabrication projects to life. This badge covers software setup, toolpath creation, and machine operation. Design and carve intricate patterns or precision-cut parts with ease.
Electrics & Microcontrollers

Electrics & Microcontrollers

Learn to control devices and automate projects with this electrifying badge. You’ll explore wiring, soldering, and programming microcontrollers like Arduino, opening up a world of possibilities in robotics, home automation, and wearable tech.
Industrial Sewing

Industrial Sewing

From fashion to upholstery, this badge covers industrial sewing machine operation, material handling, and construction techniques. Gain the confidence to sew durable and professional-quality projects with precision and speed.
Intermediate Welding

Intermediate Welding

Enhance your welding skills with intermediate-level training. Build on MIG welding basics as you learn advanced techniques, material preparation, and troubleshooting for clean, strong welds. Create more ambitious and precise metal projects.
Kiln Firing Badge

Kiln Firing Badge

Unlock the secrets of firing pottery and ceramics with this essential badge. Learn to safely load, unload, and operate kilns for bisque and glaze firings. Perfect for potters and ceramicists seeking more control over their work.
Laser Cutting

Laser Cutting

Unleash your creativity with laser cutting! This badge teaches you to prepare designs, select materials, and safely operate our laser cutters to create precise cuts, engravings, and intricate details for projects big and small.
Metal Lathe & Mill

Metal Lathe & Mill

Learn to machine metal parts with precision using a lathe and mill. This badge covers setup, operation, and tool selection for shaping and drilling metal components. Ideal for engineers, inventors, and metal fabricators.
Metalshop / MIG Welding

Metalshop / MIG Welding

Get hands-on experience in metal fabrication with our MIG welding badge. Learn welding techniques, metal preparation, and safety protocols to confidently build and repair metal structures or artistic projects.
Plasma Cutting

Plasma Cutting

Cut through metal like a pro with our plasma cutter badge. Learn to prepare designs, set up the machine, and execute clean, precise cuts for fabrication, art, and repair projects.
Rotary CNC

Rotary CNC

Unlock advanced CNC capabilities with this badge focused on the rotary CNC. Create 3D carvings, rounded designs, and cylindrical objects using our dedicated rotary CNC.
Water Jet

Water Jet

Harness the power of water and abrasive to cut through virtually any material with precision. This badge covers setup, safety, and operation of the water jet cutter, enabling you to tackle projects involving metal, stone, glass, and more.
Wood Lathe

Wood Lathe

Turn raw wood into beautiful creations with our wood lathe badge. Learn turning techniques for spindles, bowls, and decorative items, along with proper safety and tool handling.
Woodshop

Woodshop

Build a strong foundation in woodworking with this essential badge. Learn to use hand tools, power tools, and stationary machines to measure, cut, assemble, and finish wood projects safely and effectively.