There are a variety of tools that all metalshop students must be able to identify and understand their proper functions.

Click here to view the Photo Gallery of Tools.

We start in 6th Grade by learning about the tools listed below. The photo gallery will help students learn to properly identify each tool.

Hand Tools:

Claw Hammer, Ball Peen Hammer, Sledge Hammer, Dead Blow Hammer, Slag Hammer, Phillips Screwdriver, Flathead Screwdriver, Scratch Awl, Center Punch, Cold Chisel, Aviation Snips, Pliers, Vise Grips, Adjustable Pliers, Needle Nose Pliers, Side Cutters, Marking Gauge, Adjustable Wrench, Bar Clamp, Hand Notcher, Ratchet, Socket, Extension, End Wrench, Bolt Cutters, Grease Gun, Pop Rivet Gun, Flat File, Half Round File, Rattail File, Rasp, File Card, Wire Brush, Drill Bit, Hacksaw, Allen Wrench, Tongs, Pry Bar, Hand Brake, Tape Measure, Combination Square, Tri Square, Framing Square, Welding Magnets and Hand Drill.