The IDeATe Resources site contains information for users of the IDeATe facilities in Hunt Library, as well as links to information about IDeATe in general. Have a look around to learn about the different spaces and equipment in the facility, how to borrow equipment or purchase materials, our computing resources, and the IDeATe curriculum. And if you’re not finding quite what you’re looking for, send email to help@ideate.cmu.edu.
One of the most common questions about IDeATe is: How do I gain access to the IDeATe facilities? The answer is: Join our community by taking an IDeATe class, whether it’s a semester-long class, a mini or a micro (weekend) class. A full list of classes can be found on our main website. Our classes are open to everyone in the University community. In particular, the one-unit micro courses listed below are suitable for anyone (faculty and staff welcome) who is interested in learning about laser cutting, Arduinos, digital photography, etc.:
| Micro Course | Spring 2019 A3 Meeting Dates |
Spring 2019 B3 Meeting Dates |
| 99-352 IDeATe Soft Fabrication Skills | Saturdays, 1:00-3:50pm Jan 26, Feb 2, Feb 9 |
— |
| 99-353 IDeATe CAD and Laser Cutting | Saturdays, 10:00am-12:50pm Feb 16, Feb 23, Mar 2 |
Sundays, 10:00am-12:50pm Jan 27, Feb 3, Feb 10 |
| 99-355 IDeATe Introduction to Arduino | Sundays, 1:00-5:50pm Jan 27, Feb 3, Feb 10 |
Saturdays, 1:00-5:50pm Feb 16, Feb 23, Mar 2 |
| 99-357 IDeATe Pragmatic Photography | Sundays, 10:00am-12:50pm Jan 27, Feb 3, Feb 10 |
Saturdays, 10:00am-12:50pm Feb 16, Feb 23, Mar 2 |
| 99-358 IDeATe Intro to the Unity Game Engine | Sundays, 4:00-6:50pm Jan 20, Feb 3, Feb 10 |
Saturdays, 4:00-6:50pm Feb 16, Feb 23, Mar 2 |
| 99-359 IDeATe Inventor and 3D Printing | Sundays, 10:00am-12:50pm Feb 17, Feb 24, Mar 3 |
Saturdays, 10:00am-12:50pm Jan 26, Feb 2, Feb 9 |
| 99-360 IDeATe E-Textiles | Fridays, 1:30-4:20pm Feb 15, Feb 22, Mar 1 |
— |
For members of the campus community who just want to fabricate a part or two, during the academic year, IDeATe has Open Fabrication Hours from 4:30 to 5:30 pm Monday through Friday for the campus community. Over the summer, please contact help@ideate.cmu.edu to make arrangements for access.