Are you looking for an excursion for your secondary school or university STEAM group?
As part of the drive towards Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics in our education system, Wilkur Forge provides a 3-hour demonstration-only forging session aimed at students undertaking STEAM subjects.
Suited to
Secondary students in the STEAM program and university students studying in engineering, arts and science streams. For students considering an apprenticeship in blacksmithing, STEAM Forge is a great way to see the trade in action.
Skill prerequisites
None as STEAM Forge is demonstration-only.
STEAM Forge covers
An over-view of the forge, its equipment and materials used in forging.
Demonstration of hand and machine forging techniques as some objects are made.
A student-led Q and A session relating to how forging works, the technology and science involved in the process and its applications in arts and engineering, all carried out in a live forge environment.
If you've always wanted to visit a forge and learn more about the processes involved, here is the opportunity.
Course duration
Running for three hours on a weekday, STEAM Forge is an introduction to forging by demonstration-only and and is scheduled subject to enquiry.
Workshop facilities
STEAM Forge runs for secondary school and university groups on excursion and includes demonstration-only use of the coke forge, anvil and hand tools, along with forging machinery.
Safety gear
Safety glasses and hearing protection will be provided by Wilkur Forge. Long cotton drill pants and a long-sleeved cotton drill shirt are required apparel for attending our courses. Closed leather footwear must be worn. If your school uniform meets these requirements, great! If not, casual clothing - subject to your school's policies - may be worn, provided it meets the above criteria.
Note - synthetic clothes and open footwear are NOT acceptable apparel to attend our STEAM Forge in due to safety considerations.
STEAM Forge three-hour demonstration-only cost
$85.00 including 10% GST per student.
Minimum of 10 students, plus up to 3 accompanying teachers.
Maximum of 30 students, plus up to 6 accompanying teachers.
If your class size is different, please contact Wilkur Forge to discuss STEAM Forge.
Further learning with Wilkur Forge
Wilkur Forge offers courses ranging from basic to advanced. The structure of all Wilkur Forge's courses sees participants build their forging experience and knowledge.
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