MakerLab

Let’s make!

Step 1

• All you need to do to use the MakerLab is stop by during open hours and ask to be trained on a piece of equipment. Alternatively, you may take a workshop or instruction session to learn the material.
  • Most access to equipment is free for students, staff, and faculty to use.
  • If you would like for us to 3D print for you, or if you want to print on the resin printers (Form 2), or you’d like us to design a 3D object for you, or you want us to offer a tour for your school group, there are fees associated with these services. A list of all of the MakerLab’s fee based services are available for you to review. You can request help by emailing makerlab@boisestate.edu 
• The MakerLab is located on the second floor of the Library.
  • Open for the fall 2019 semester: September 3 – December 10, 2019: 10am – 6pm
  • You can also sign up for a workshop or request a workshop for your group
• Read and agree to follow the safety plans.

Step 2

• Pick tools to learn by choosing from 3D printing, soldering, dremel, sewing machines, microphones, cameras, and video cameras, arduino,  or anything we have – see the full equipment list.
• A MakerLab employee will then train you in the safe and efficient use of each technology

Step 3

• Reserve time using the resource management system
• Does your project or 3D print require additional time?
  • email makerlab@boisestate.edu
  • attach your STL file and your gcode for a Taz 6 with a regular extruder
  • include the length of time

Request Instruction or Workshop

• Request instruction for your class, an instruction session for your group, or one on one instruction using the form at this instruction request information page. 
• The Maker Instruction Toolkit is best for courses requiring the makerspace

Safety

• Review safety policies and standard operating procedures in addition to taking a training session.
• Read the manual for the software Cura for LulzBot
• Fill out the waiver for adults or fill out the waiver for minors.
• Users must be trained by the Library employees designated to offer this training