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Anyone with a currently active AU ID can utilize the DaBL! | Anyone with a currently active AU ID can utilize the DaBL! | ||
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# Attend an in-person [[Welcome to the Lab]] workshop | # Attend an in-person [[Welcome to the Lab]] workshop | ||
# Complete and submit a '''Safety Waiver''' | # Complete and submit a '''Safety Waiver''' | ||
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=== When is the lab open? === | === When is the lab open? === | ||
[http://designandbuildlab.com/?page_id=445 Check out our calendar] | [http://designandbuildlab.com/?page_id=445 Check out our calendar] | ||
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=== What equipment is available to me? === | === What equipment is available to me? === | ||
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=== What prior knowledge do I need to start a project? === | === What prior knowledge do I need to start a project? === | ||
Nothing, all we require is enthusiasm and a willingness to learn. By attending [http://designandbuildlab.com/?page_id=445 workshops] and seeking guidance from [http://designandbuildlab.com/wiki/index.php/Creative_and_Technical_Specialist student specialists] your imagination is the limit in this space. | Nothing, all we require is enthusiasm and a willingness to learn. By attending [http://designandbuildlab.com/?page_id=445 workshops] and seeking guidance from [http://designandbuildlab.com/wiki/index.php/Creative_and_Technical_Specialist student specialists] your imagination is the limit in this space. | ||
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All workshops are scheduled on [http://designandbuildlab.com/?page_id=445 our calendar.] | All workshops are scheduled on [http://designandbuildlab.com/?page_id=445 our calendar.] | ||
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=== Can I submit a design and have someone 3D print it for me? === | === Can I submit a design and have someone 3D print it for me? === | ||
No, the Design and Build Lab is an educational space. Therefore, we find it more valuable to teach you the skills necessary and provide a helping hand rather than build products for you. | No, the Design and Build Lab is an educational space. Therefore, we find it more valuable to teach you the skills necessary and provide a helping hand rather than build products for you. | ||
Revision as of 16:44, 24 October 2018
Frequently Asked Questions
Getting Started
Who can access the space?
Anyone with a currently active AU ID can utilize the DaBL!
How do I become a member?
Becoming a member is easy. There are only two steps:
- Attend an in-person Welcome to the Lab workshop
- Complete and submit a Safety Waiver
When is the lab open?
What equipment is available to me?
Some tools and equipment require a certification to use, others require no such certification.
Tools Requiring a Certification:
- Type-A 3D Printer
- PCB Milling Machine
- Sewing Machine
- Soldering Stations
- Vinyl Cutter
- Vinyl Heat Press
- Laser Cutter (coming soon!)
Other equipment (No Certification Required)
- Hand Tools
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 workshops and seeking guidance from student specialists your imagination is the limit in this space.
How much do consumables cost?
For the time being, the DaBL is covering the cost of all consumables (3D printer filament, resistors, button-cell batteries, vinyl, etc.) This means as long as you have an active AU ID you can design and build at the DaBL for no cost!
Other Frequently Asked Questions
When are workshops and tutorials?
All workshops are scheduled on our calendar.
Can I submit a design and have someone 3D print it for me?
No, the Design and Build Lab is an educational space. Therefore, we find it more valuable to teach you the skills necessary and provide a helping hand rather than build products for you.
