TO GET Training:

1. Email makerspace@udel.edu to be added to our Canvas course.
2. Complete a Makerspace Orientation - offered in-person daily (check Makerspace Calendar) or online through Canvas. 
3. Select equipment and review any pre-requisites.
4. Satisfy any pre-requisite training requirements.
5. Complete the required online portion of equipment training through Canvas.
6. Schedule a reservation for the equipment, be sure to let staff know that you will be completing your hands-on training.
7. Complete the hands-on training requirements.
8. Upload your training artifact to Canvas. 

• Please allow at least one business day for your submission to be graded and your training credentials to be updated.
• Shop Training is the only staff led training, check Makerspace Calendar for availability.
• All reservations start promptly; you must upload your artifact to gain your credential.
• All users, regardless of previous experience, must complete and maintain Makerspace training credentials in order to use the UD Makerspace.

Orientation

This is the prerequisite for all other training. Orientation includes a facility tour and policy review. Orientation takes place in the Makerspace weekdays (30 minutes) OR virtually through Canvas by request. 

Prerequisites: none

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Basic CAD (Computer Aided Design)

CAD is the common language for the digital processes in the MakerSpace. To gain this credential users must pass both a 2D CAD Proficiency Test and a 3D CAD Proficiency Test.

If you do not have CAD experience, a self-guided tutorial for AutoDesk Fusion360 is available through Canvas.

Prerequisites: Orientation

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Laser Cutting/Marking

This hybrid training covers how to prep a file for engraving/cutting on the MakerSpace lasers.

Prerequisites: Orientation, Basic CAD

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3D Printing - FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling)

In this virtual training (Canvas) users learn to prepare, slice and submit a file via 3DPrinterOS to the MakerSpace printers.

Prerequisites: Orientation, Basic CAD

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Textiles

This hybrid class covers procedures for using the sewing machines. Upon completion of the training and project users will be authorized to use the machines independently.

Prerequisites: Orientation

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Waterjet

This hybrid training introduces a user to preparing and cutting a file using the waterjet.

Prerequisites: Orientation, Basic CAD

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Fine Arts Printing

This hybrid class trains a user on various ways to print a file on the Epson SureColor P9000 fine arts printer.

Prerequisites: Orientation

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Shop

This in-person training spans two hours, and includes machine lecture, demonstration, skills practice and time to complete a takeaway project.

Prerequisites: Orientation

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CNC Router

This 4-hour session covers basic operation of the CNC router, prepping a file and exporting CAM from Fusion 360, and running that CAM file on the CNC router. Access to the router is prioritizes academic use and will incur additional fees for staff supervision.

Prerequisites: Orientation, Advanced CAD, CAM and Shop

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CNC Mill

COMING SOON!

Prerequisites: Orientation, Basic CAD, Shop

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3D Printing - CFF (Continuous Fiber Filament)

COMING SOON!

Prerequisites: Orientation, Basic CAD, 3D Printing - FDM

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3D Printing - SLA (Resin)

COMING SOON!

Prerequisites: Orientation, Basic CAD, 3D Printing - FDM

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