[ARCHIVED] Introduction to Bridgeport Universal Milling Machine

The Bridgeport is the Swiss army knife of cutting machines capable of cutting/shaping/drilling almost any material.

This course meets twice per session. Please check the Agenda above for the schedule of dates included in each session. By purchasing a ticket, you are committing to attend all meetings included in that session. The title of the Agenda page will indicate which ticket to purchase for that session.

Instructor - Gregory Curci

Gregory Curci is a sculptor/maker who has made a life as an independent artist/model maker/patternmaker/art conservator. Known for his solar powered sculptures ( featured in an episode of the television show Curious George) as well as his work as an art conservator, he has an extensive background in making things both artistic and commercial/industrial. His clients include many of the local museums and colleges and major corporations.

Class Description

The Bridgeport is the Swiss army knife of cutting machines capable of cutting/shaping/drilling almost any material with the exception of maybe soft food and live animals. The universal “Bridgeport” milling machine is one of the two fundamental metal shaping machines. Learning how to use this safe and easy-to-use machine will expand your Maker capabilities. If you work large or small, this machine can expand your thinking and save you time.

This class includes tool testing on the Manual Mill Machine.

Material Fee

The materials fee for this class is $50. This is separate from the ticket price and is to reimburse the instructor for any tools or materials used in this class. This will be paid once, directly to the instructor at the start of the first class meeting. This instructor accepts cash only.

Class Goals

This class will cover the basics.

• Safety Workpiece holding using a vise and table hold downs;
• Choosing and inserting an end mill and a drill bit;
• Adjusting cutting speeds and feeds;
• Practice making controlled cuts (feed) in several types of materials;
• Drilling holes, milling holes, slots, and shapes;
• Basic positioning for hole drilling and some brief sketching/planning for parts

Material Supplied

1/2 x 2 x 6 inch piece each of aluminum, acrylic, and steel. 1/4 inch carbide endmill.

Prerequisites

Ask students must be 18 years old or older.

Ability to count to ten, add and subtract, and turn a handle left and right. Good listening skills will ensure success.

Class Policies

Learn more about our class and ticket cancelation policies here.

Please email education@artisansasylum.com with any questions.

*Sales end 24 hours before the start of the class to allow the instructor and staff time to prep.