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The DBE Makerspace is a creative learning space for students across Design and Built Environment located within B418. The tech team support students and staff with technical resources, areas, and equipment, including technical supervision and instruction, operation, and maintenance. We ensure everyone receives safety inductions, instruction, and guidance.
 
The DBE Makerspace is a creative learning space for students in the School of Design and the Built Environment. It is located in Building 418, level 1.  
 
 
The technical team supports students and staff with technical resources, areas, and equipment. We ensure everyone receives safety inductions, instruction, and guidance.


To use the to B418 Makerspace, you must:
To use the to B418 Makerspace, you must:


# Be a staff and/or student within the school of Design & Built Environment.
# Be a student or staff member of the school of Design & Built Environment
# Completed the required induction in order to use the Makerspace and its equipment.
# Complete a general Makerspace induction
# Complete any required inductions and/or training for specific equipment


To sign up for induction or book equipment, please click the button below:
To sign up for induction or book equipment, please click the button below:
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== Equipment List ==
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== Frequently Asked Questions ==
== Frequently Asked Questions ==


=== Is this the library Makerspace? ===
=== Is this the Library Makerspace? ===
No. Information on the Curtin Library Makerspace can be found [https://makerspace.library.curtin.edu.au/ here].
No. Information on the Curtin Library Makerspace can be found [https://makerspace.library.curtin.edu.au/ here].


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=== When is the DBE Makerspace open? ===
=== When is the DBE Makerspace open? ===
Our usual operating hours are Monday to Friday, 8am – 4pm all year round (excluding holidays). Staff may also be available later than 4pm if circumstances permit.
Our usual operating hours are below. We are closed on weekends, public holidays, and the Limited Service Period. Rarely, the Makerspace may be closed on one of the days or times listed below.
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=== Where is the DBE Makerspace? ===
=== Where is the DBE Makerspace? ===
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=== What equipment do you have? ===
=== What equipment do you have? ===
You can view our equipment list below the FAQ.
[[About Makerspace#Equipment List|View our equipment list below.]]


=== Will there be in-person support? ===
=== Will there be in-person support? ===
DBE Makerspace staff provide technical support, instruction, resources, and guidance on use of the equipment.
Yes. DBE Makerspace staff provide technical support, instruction, resources, and guidance on use of the equipment.


=== How do I get started? ===
=== How do I get started? ===
To use the DBE Makerspace, first sign up for an induction [https://siso.curtin.edu.au/sodbe here]. Sign in with your OASIS credentials and head to “Workshops” to find an induction session.
To use the DBE Makerspace, first sign up for an induction [https://siso.curtin.edu.au/sodbe here]. Sign in with your OASIS or Staff portal credentials and head to “Workshops” to find an induction session. Induction sessions are held in-person in the Makerspace during the first few weeks of each semester.  


=== What do I need to know to use the 3D printers? ===
=== What should I wear and bring to the Makerspace? ===
Learn to use the 3D printers by completing a 3D Printing Badge. You can sign up for one [https://siso.curtin.edu.au/sodbe here] under workshops after completing a General Makerspace Induction. [[3D Printing|Find out more about 3D printing.]]
To enter the Makerspace, you must wear closed-in shoes, tie up long hair, remove jewellery and secure any loose clothing. You should always bring your laptop with you.
 
=== What do I need to know to use the laser cutters? ===
Learn to use the Emblaser 2 laser cutters by completing a Laser Cutting Badge. You can sign up for one [https://siso.curtin.edu.au/sodbe here] under workshops after completing a General Makerspace Induction. To use the Trotec SP500 (large format) laser cutter with a technician, only a General Makerspace Induction is required. [[Laser Cutting|Find out more about laser cutting.]]
 
== Equipment List ==
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[[Category:Makerspace]]
[[Category:Makerspace]]

Latest revision as of 12:45, 13 December 2024

Photograph of B418 Makerspace with people using the equipment.
A photograph within the B418 Makerspace.


The DBE Makerspace is a creative learning space for students in the School of Design and the Built Environment. It is located in Building 418, level 1.


The technical team supports students and staff with technical resources, areas, and equipment. We ensure everyone receives safety inductions, instruction, and guidance.

To use the to B418 Makerspace, you must:

  1. Be a student or staff member of the school of Design & Built Environment
  2. Complete a general Makerspace induction
  3. Complete any required inductions and/or training for specific equipment

To sign up for induction or book equipment, please click the button below:

Click Here

Equipment List

Digital Fabrication
Electronics
Multimedia
About Makerspace
Inductions and training

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this the Library Makerspace?

No. Information on the Curtin Library Makerspace can be found here.

Can I use the DBE Makerspace?

The Makerspace is open to students and staff in the school of Design and the Built Environment. Other students and staff can access the library Makerspace. Other schools and areas can contact us to discuss collaborations or student support outside of DBE.

When is the DBE Makerspace open?

Our usual operating hours are below. We are closed on weekends, public holidays, and the Limited Service Period. Rarely, the Makerspace may be closed on one of the days or times listed below.

Day Hours
Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Where is the DBE Makerspace?

You can find us in Building 418, level 1.

What equipment do you have?

View our equipment list below.

Will there be in-person support?

Yes. DBE Makerspace staff provide technical support, instruction, resources, and guidance on use of the equipment.

How do I get started?

To use the DBE Makerspace, first sign up for an induction here. Sign in with your OASIS or Staff portal credentials and head to “Workshops” to find an induction session. Induction sessions are held in-person in the Makerspace during the first few weeks of each semester.

What should I wear and bring to the Makerspace?

To enter the Makerspace, you must wear closed-in shoes, tie up long hair, remove jewellery and secure any loose clothing. You should always bring your laptop with you.

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