Instructor: Tim Fissori

Biography: Tim Fissori was a general building contractor for over 25 years. His expertise is in both new and extensive residential re-model work. At the age of 50 (using a teaching credential acquired years before) he began a teaching career that lasted 17 years. Drawing on his construction background, Tim taught high school students and later young adults, through a project-based "learn by doing" model. Now officially "retired" he still finds time for horses and grandchildren, and a lot of softball. As a 23 years resident of Bend, he enjoys all the things that make living here so wonderful.

Classes by this instructor

DIY Construction Framing Basics Made Easy

Using a mixture of lecture and hands-on application, your expert instructor will guide you through the importance of using scale and design before building, foundation basics, the components of a typical wall framing system, framing and truss layout, and roof system basics. You'll learn how to safely use construction tools and tricks of the trade for basic construction for homeowners. Great for students who want to learn about home/project-based construction. Tools provided. Students will need to provide their own construction-appropriate gloves.��
March 1-2, 2025 | 8:00am-2:00pm | Redmond

DIY Home Electrical Made Easy

Take the confusion and risk out of DIY electrical projects. Learn safe and code-compliant electrical skills from your expert instructor. In this hands-on workshop, participants will be sizing circuits, troubleshooting, learning to change breakers, and sizing wire and wiring basic circuits with lights, outlets, 3-way switches, and more!
April 26-27, 2025 | 9:00am-1:00pm | Redmond