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=== How do I become a member? ===Becoming a member is easy. There are only two steps:# Attend an in-person [[Welcome to the Lab]] workshopsession, where you will go over the [[Safety in DaBL]].# Complete and submit a '''Safety Waiver'''. Everyone (faculty, staff, and students alike) staying in DaBL for more than a tour ''must'' sign a Safety Waiver; you will be given one during the Welcome to the Lab session. ===When is the lab open?===[http://designandbuildlab.com/?page_id=445 Check out our calendar]!===When are workshops?===All workshops are scheduled on [http://designandbuildlab.com/?page_id=445 our calendar]. ==Opportunities== ===What equipment is available to me?===Some tools and equipment require a certification to use, others require no such certification. '''Tools requiring a Certification:''' *3D printers:**Type-A Machines Series 1 Pro**Prusa I3 MK3S (4x)*Bantam Tools PCB Milling Machine*Sewing Machine*Advanced Soldering Station*GCC Jaguar VLX Vinyl Cutter*Heat Press*ULS PLS4.75 Laser Cutter '''Other equipment (no Certification required)''' *Hand tools*Basic soldering stations*Hot wire foam cutter
=== When is the lab open? ===*PLA 3D printer filament[http://designandbuildlab*Small electronics parts (wires, resistors, capacitors, transistors, microcontrollers, solder, et al.com/?page_id=445 Check out our calendar])*Heat-transfer and adhesive-back vinyl*FR1 printed circuit board material*Acetyl blocks*Extruded polystyrene and foam sheets*18"x24" Cast acrylic sheets*White muslin fabric and thread*Adhesives (tape, epoxy, glues, et al.)*Balsa wood blocks
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Got a question? Hopefully it'''Frequently Asked Questions'''s answered here!
== Getting Started ===== Who can access the space? ===Anyone with a currently active AU ID can utilize the DABLDaBL!
===How do I become a member?===
Becoming a member is easy. There are only two steps:
===What kinds of materials are available to me?===
While this is not an exhaustive list, DaBL is typically stocked with:
===How much do materials cost?===
For the time being, the DaBL is covering the cost of all consumable materials. (See [[FAQs#What kinds of materials are available to me?|What kinds of materials are available to me?]] above.) This means as long as you have an active AU ID, you can design and build at DaBL for no cost! However, if you are working on a custom project requiring parts that aren't in the lab, you are responsible for procuring those materials.
==Project Questions==
===What prior knowledge do I need to start a project?===
Nothing - all we require is enthusiasm and a willingness to learn. By attending [[List of workshops|workshops]] and seeking guidance from [[Creative and Technical Specialist|student specialists]] your imagination is the limit in this space.
===What if I don't know how to use a particular tool?===
You can always ask for help from one of the [[Creative and Technical Specialist|Creative and Techincal Specialists]] in the space. We can help you use the equipment.
===Can I submit a design and have someone build it for me?===
Nope! the Design and Build Lab is an educational space: it is our goal to teach you the skills necessary to design and build, as well as provide a helping hand, rather than build for you.
== Other Frequently Asked Questions ===== When are workshops and tutorialsWhile I work on my project, can I store it in DaBL? ===All workshops are scheduled DaBL does have limited member project storage space, so: it depends on [http://designandbuildlabthe size. If all your parts will fit in a shoebox, then yes.com/?page_id=445 our calendarIf it's larger, we unfortunately won't have space for you.]
=== Can I order parts for my project and have them shipped to DaBL? ===
No. We are not a mailroom, and we don't have the staffing or the physical space to be one! You'll have to ship them to yourself and then bring them to DaBL.
==Other Frequently Asked Questions==
===Can I run my business out of DaBL?===
No. You are encouraged to work on prototypes within the space; however, using the space for personal for-profit gains and mass production is not what the space is for.
=== Can I submit a design and have someone 3D print it for meborrow equipment from DaBL to use somewhere else? ===No, the Design and Build Lab is an educational space. Therefore, Nope! All equipment stays in DaBL; we find it more valuable to teach you the skills necessary and provide do not have a helping hand rather than build products for youloaning system.
===What if I bring it right back?===
Nope!
=== But what if-===Nope!===I have another question that isn't answered here. How much do consumables costI get a hold of you to ask? ===For the time being, the DaBL is covering the cost of all consumables (3D printer filament, resistors, button-cell batteries, vinyl, etc[mailto:dabl@american.) This means as long as you have edu Send us an active AU ID you can design and build at the DaBL for no costemail!]
