Discover where creativity meets technology and create an illuminated masterpiece.
Space is limited and registration is required. This workshop is designed for customers 16+ years of age. All materials provided.
Spark your maker journey and discover where creativity meets technology with Solder Tinkers! In this engaging workshop, you'll learn the essential maker skill that powers our digital world while creating your own illuminated masterpiece. Our supportive environment welcomes all skill levels – come with curiosity and leave with both a glowing creating and newfound technical abilities. Discover the satisfaction of building something functional with your own hands in just one illuminating session!
Meet your instructor, Beyanka Ferguson, a dedicated Technical Trainer with over 7 years of experience teaching complex technical skills. After serving in the Navy where her training career began, she advanced rapidly at Collins Aerospace (formerly Rockwell Collins, now an RTX company) from building basic circuit card assemblies to mastering highly complex boards and eventually becoming an instructor.
With expertise in numerous specialized soldering techniques including Planar, Non-Planar, High Frequency connections, Component Underfill, Modifications and many others, Beyanka has taught thousands of adult learners the precision skills required for aerospace-grade electronics manufacturing.
"I didn't know anything about soldering or technology when I started," she shares. "Learning this skill completely changed the trajectory of my life, which is why I'm passionate about introducing it to others. Seeing that 'lightbulb moment' when someone creates their first working circuit is what drives me to teach."
Now bringing her industrial expertise to the community, Beyanka is excited to share accessible, hands-on electronics skills with curious minds of all backgrounds. No prior experience necessary—just bring your curiosity!
AGE GROUP: | High School Age | Adult |
EVENT TYPE: | High School Aged Program | Adult Program |
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