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'''Note''': [http://designandbuildlab.com/ Redirect] to return to main website.[[File:DaBL_splash.jpg|frameless|right|400x400px|alt="Picture of Tool Rack"|The tool rack in the Design and Build Lab, along with students working with a 3D printer.]]
  
 
==Welcome to the Design and Build Lab's Knowledgebase!==
 
==Welcome to the Design and Build Lab's Knowledgebase!==
[http://designandbuildlab.com/ The Design and Build Lab] - also known as DaBL - is a digital fabrication / rapid prototyping / experimentation facility located in the new Don Myers Technology and Innovation Building. Its purpose is to inspire and empower students, staff, and faculty to ''create things to solve problems''. This is a space available to all individuals at American University with an active AU ID. There is currently no cost associated with participating in the space, and all consumables are free to use.
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[http://designandbuildlab.com/ The Design and Build Lab] - also known as DaBL - is a digital fabrication / rapid prototyping / experimentation facility located in the new Don Myers Technology and Innovation Building. Its purpose is to inspire and empower students, staff, and faculty to ''create things to solve problems''!
  
This knowledge base serves as a repository for all of the necessary information to understand and use the many machines and tools in the lab. As DaBL is a space for individuals to prototype their designs, the space itself, as well as all of its resources, are also prototypes and therefore they are constantly changing and evolving. DaBL's setup may change from week to week; stop by to see us evolve!
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This knowledge base serves as a repository for all of the necessary information to understand and use the many machines and tools in the lab. As DaBL is a space for individuals to prototype their designs, the space itself, as well as all of its resources, are also prototypes and therefore they are constantly changing and evolving. DaBL's setup may change from week to week; stop by to see what's new!
==How do I learn how to design and build?==
 
There are three educational resources in DaBL that will help you in your quest:
 
  
#[[Creative and Technical Specialist|'''Creative and Technical Specialists''']] (CaTS), the student employees who help you realize your ideas and provide support with all things DaBL.
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==Getting Started==
#[[List of workshops|'''Workshops''']] of three flavors:
 
##''Tutorials'', which give you an introduction to [[Computer-aided design|CAD]] principles
 
##''Certifications'', which are an introduction to [[Computer-aided manufacturing|CAM]] principles as well as safety training on a particular machine.
 
##''Activities'', which give you a taste of a particular topic by making something fast.
 
#[http://designandbuildlab.com/wiki/index.php?title=Main_Page '''This knowledgebase itself'''], which is a repository of all things Design and Build.
 
  
==How do I become a member?==
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*Attend a [[Welcome to the Lab]] session to become a member and go over safety information.
Becoming a member is easy. It takes five minutes when you arrive, and there are only three steps:
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*Ensure that you are familiar with all rules and [[Safety in DaBL]].
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*Check out our [http://designandbuildlab.com/?page_id=445 calendar] for Open Hours to come learn and create.
  
#Complete and submit a '''Safety Waiver''', which a [[Creative and Technical Specialist]] will use to enter you into our member database.
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==Learning Resources.==
#*Everyone (faculty, staff, and students alike) staying in DaBL for more than a tour ''must'' sign a Safety Waiver.
 
#*Please bring your active AU ID to be registered into the DaBL database.
 
#Go over the [[Safety in DaBL]].
 
#[[Welcome to the Lab|Get acquainted with the Lab]].
 
  
That's it!
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#[[Creative and Technical Specialist|Creative and Technical Specialists]] (CaTS), the student employees who help you realize your ideas and provide support with all things DaBL.
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#[[List of Workshops]], that provide guided sessions to learn a design topic or manufacturing process.
  
==Where do I get started on this wiki?==
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==More Information==
Start poking around! You can use the search up top, or take a look at our [[Knowledgebase Resources]] page.
 
  
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*Frequently asked questions ([[FAQs]])

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Welcome to the Design and Build Lab's Knowledgebase!

The Design and Build Lab - also known as DaBL - is a digital fabrication / rapid prototyping / experimentation facility located in the new Don Myers Technology and Innovation Building. Its purpose is to inspire and empower students, staff, and faculty to create things to solve problems!

This knowledge base serves as a repository for all of the necessary information to understand and use the many machines and tools in the lab. As DaBL is a space for individuals to prototype their designs, the space itself, as well as all of its resources, are also prototypes and therefore they are constantly changing and evolving. DaBL's setup may change from week to week; stop by to see what's new!

Getting Started

  • Attend a Welcome to the Lab session to become a member and go over safety information.
  • Ensure that you are familiar with all rules and Safety in DaBL.
  • Check out our calendar for Open Hours to come learn and create.

Learning Resources.

  1. Creative and Technical Specialists (CaTS), the student employees who help you realize your ideas and provide support with all things DaBL.
  2. List of Workshops, that provide guided sessions to learn a design topic or manufacturing process.

More Information

  • Frequently asked questions (FAQs)