The Shop & Equipment Checkout

Get started at the Check-In Desk in the Shop where we have hand tools and equipment to help you design and create. 

Get Started with Training

We offer online orientations and training to make is easy to get started, and provide in-person training on the specific equipment you are interested in using. Learn new tools one at a time, or all at once, so you can keep your design prototypes moving forward.

Our equipment is categorized into levels based on training and experience required for safe use. Our online Lab training will introduce you to all of these tools so you are familiar with what they can do, and our Lab Attendants will get you set up to work on them. Tap on any of the training levels below to learn more about the tools and access required to use them. 

Online Orientation on Canvas

The Shop

Our Shop is home to a variety of makerspaces, including the print lab, crafting lab, electronics lab, textiles lab, 3D print lab, laser lab, CNC lab, and woodshop. 

Two types of open hours:

Training Days

Priority is given to guests who are learning a tool for the first time. If you’re already trained, you can still work on your projects as space allows.

Production Days

Reserved for trained users who are ready to create without instruction.

 

Shop Hours & Weekly Schedule

Mon
Closed (Maker Workshops by registration only, 4:30–7 PM)
Tues
Training Day (4–10 PM)
Wed
Production Day (4–10 PM)
Thurs
Production Day (4–10 PM)
Fri
Training Day (4–10 PM)
Sat
Training Day (1–6 PM)
Sun
Production Day (1–6 PM)

 

Tools available to check out or use while in The Shop

We keep an arrangement of tools and resources available to use while you are working in The Shop. We keep many of the tools in their respective Labs for convenience, and others can be checked out from the front desk.