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Abi Rhodes Capstone 2025

Posted by Abigail Rhodes in CTE Senior Capstone · Kamal/Rivera/Spry/Ugworji · Wed on

For my Capstone, I created sample projects for each of the more “intimidating” tools in the shop—like the CNC, mill, lathe, and water jet. I displayed these projects to inspire incoming students and help them envision what’s possible with each machine. Alongside the displays, I added posters that briefly explain each tool, outline its limitations, and offer pro tips for beginners. Each project includes a plaque crediting the designer and their graduation year. While not all the projects were my own designs, I intentionally included work from members of our community to show the diverse creativity within our community. By highlighting a range of creativity, I wanted to remind new students that great work isn’t made alone—it’s built by a community.

From left to right, the projects are displayed in the following order: the first two (a “Love” sign and a dinosaur) were made on the water jet; the next two (a candlestick and a ring) were turned on the lathe; and the final two (a 1x1x1 die and a 1-2-3 bl
From left to right, the projects are displayed in the following order: the first two (a “Love” sign and a dinosaur) were made on the water jet; the next two (a candlestick and a ring) were turned on the lathe; and the final two (a 1x1x1 die and a 1-2-3 bl
The image you see above is the poster that will be hung above the Mill.
The image you see above is the poster that will be hung above the Mill.
The image you see above is the poster that will be hung above the lathe.
The image you see above is the poster that will be hung above the lathe.
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