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Metal Projects for Beginners: Table, Gate, Supports (with AI Design)

Drawing, Bill of Materials, Sequence

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About this course

This course introduces the fundamentals of metalworking for creating practical projects such as tables, gates, and supports. It is designed for anyone wanting to get started with welding and metal fabrication, even with no prior experience. The curriculum is structured into modules covering technical drawing, material selection, and workflow planning, with practical exercises to reinforce learning. Artificial intelligence is used as a tool to automatically generate the bill of materials and a cost estimate based on the project.

Course contents

7 modules · 26 lessons · 3h 2m

1 Foundations and Safety
Understand the basics of metal and how to work safely. 4 lessons · 27 min
  1. Welcome to the World of Metal
    An overview of the course and the milestones you will achieve.    5 min
  2. Safety First: PPE
    What protection is needed for your eyes, hands, and body.    8 min
  3. Knowing the Material: Steel and Iron
    How to choose the right metal for your first projects.    7 min
  4. Anatomy of Metal Profiles
    The difference between tubes, angles, and flats.    7 min
2 Smart Design with AI
Use AI to plan the project and calculate costs. 4 lessons · 29 min
  1. Basics of Manual Technical Drawing
    How to read and create a simple dimensioned sketch.    8 min
  2. Planning the Sequence with AI
    Using ChatGPT to create a step-by-step roadmap for the work.    7 min
  3. Generating the Bill of Materials (BOM)
    Get the exact list of parts to purchase using AI.    7 min
  4. Cost Estimation and Budgeting
    Calculate how much you will spend before going to the supplier.    7 min
3 Cutting and Preparation Tools
Learn how to prepare metal for welding. 4 lessons · 27 min
  1. Measurement and Marking
    The importance of the millimeter: how to mark metal.    6 min
  2. Cutting with an Angle Grinder
    Techniques for straight and safe cutting.    8 min
  3. Grinding and Cleaning
    Remove mill scale and prepare the edges for welding.    7 min
  4. The Importance of Grounding
    Prepare the electrical contact point for the welder.    6 min
4 Practical Welding for Beginners
Learn the basic technique of arc welding. 4 lessons · 30 min
  1. How the Welder Works
    Setting the amperage based on thickness.    7 min
  2. Striking the Arc
    The 'match-striking' motion to start welding.    8 min
  3. Exercise: Tack Welding
    Temporarily fixing pieces before the final bead.    7 min
  4. Creating a Linear Bead
    Managing speed and distance for a solid weld.    8 min
5 Project 1: Brackets and Supports
Create small objects to practice squaring. 3 lessons · 20 min
  1. Designing an L-Bracket
    Designing a reinforced bracket.    6 min
  2. Assembly and Squaring
    Using magnets to hold pieces at 90 degrees.    7 min
  3. Aesthetic Finishing
    Grinding the weld for a professional look.    7 min
6 Project 2: The Workbench
Build a stable load-bearing structure. 3 lessons · 22 min
  1. Upper Frame Structure
    Planning the crossbars to support the weight.    7 min
  2. Welding the Legs
    Techniques to avoid thermal distortion during welding.    8 min
  3. Attaching the Top
    Methods for joining wood or metal to the structure.    7 min
7 Project 3: The Simple Gate
Tackle a large-scale project with moving parts. 4 lessons · 27 min
  1. Gate Geometry
    Preventing the gate from sagging over time.    7 min
  2. Installing the Hinges
    Perfect alignment for smooth opening.    8 min
  3. Rust Protection
    Painting and outdoor treatments.    7 min
  4. Conclusion and Next Steps
    How to continue improving your skills.    5 min
Final project

Your First Workshop Kit

Using AI, design and build a set consisting of a reinforced workbench and two matching wall brackets.

What you'll get

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Lessons completed 14 / 14
Practice questions 26 / 28
Assignments submitted 4 (avg 4.5 / 5)
Capstone project Reviewed — 4.6 / 5
Total practice 6.2 hrs
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Time to completion 11 days (median: 22)
Mastery score 91 / 100
Practice-question score 94%
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