Soldering for Beginners
Ready to step up your skills? Whether you’re brand new to soldering or want to improve your technique, this beginner-friendly class will guide you through the science, safety, and precision behind a solid solder joint.
Learn industry-proven techniques to get clean, consistent connections every time—and walk away with a fully functional project you built yourself.
Choose Your Seat:
- BYOS (Bring Your Own Soldering Iron) – Great if you already own gear.
- All-Inclusive – Perfect for first-timers: includes a soldering iron, solder, and starter accessories.
Every participant receives a soldering practice kit with everything needed to complete a working project in class. Navigate to the bottom of the page to purchase your tickets.
About Your Host:
Your host is Navy-trained, certified, and brings over 25 years of hands-on experience in electronics manufacturing, robotics, and automation. You’re in expert hands.
Who Should Attend:
This class is open to anyone 8th grade and up—no prior experience needed. Whether you’re a curious beginner or a budding electronics hobbyist, this workshop is designed for you.
What To Expect:
- Seating for up to 20 participants
- Worktables equipped with power access
- Friendly, supportive instruction with hands-on guidance
What To Bring:
- BYOS seat: Bring your soldering iron.
- All-Inclusive seat: Just bring yourself!
- Optional: Notebook for taking notes.
What’s Included:
- Complete soldering kit with practice PCBs and components
- One-on-one coaching and troubleshooting help
- All-Inclusive participants also receive a soldering iron, solder, and a few handy accessories to keep
Class Agenda:
3:00 – 3:10 | Welcome & Meet Your Instructor
3:10 – 3:20 | A Brief History of Soldering & Circuit Boards
3:20 – 3:30 | Soldering Basics: Tools, Safety, and Techniques
3:30 – 4:30 | Hands-On Practice: Build Your Project
4:30 – 4:50 | Q&A and Final Tips
4:50 – 5:00 | Cleanup & Wrap-Up