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. Once you’ve completed an IDeATe class, you remain a member of the IDeATe community for the rest of your time at Carnegie Mellon. 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 2022 Meeting Dates |
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| First Session | Second Session | |
| 99-352 IDeATe Soft Fabrication Skills Hunt 106B |
Section A3 Saturdays, 10:10am-3:10pm Jan 22, Jan 29, Feb 5 |
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| 99-353 IDeATe CAD and Laser Cutting Hunt A4 |
Section A3 Sundays, 12:20-3:20pm Jan 23, Jan 30, Feb 6 |
Section B3 Saturdays, 12:20-3:20pm Feb 12, Feb 19, Feb 26 |
| 99-355 IDeATe Introduction to Arduino Hunt A10 |
Section A3 Fridays, 10:10am-3:10pm Jan 28, Feb 4, Feb 11 |
Section B3 Sundays, 12:20-5:20pm Feb 13, Feb 20, Feb 27 |
| 99-357 IDeATe Pragmatic Photography Hunt 106C |
Section A3 Sundays, 12:20-5:20pm Jan 23, Jan 30 |
Section A4 Saturdays, 10:10am-3:10pm Mar 19, Mar 26 |
| 99-358 IDeATe Intro to the Unity Game Engine Hunt 106C |
Section A3 Saturdays, 12:20-4:20pm Jan 22, Jan 29, Feb 5 |
Section B3 (Hunt 106B) Sundays, 12:20-4:20pm Feb 13, Feb 20, Feb 27 |
| 99-359 IDeATe 3D Modeling and 3D Printing Hunt A4 |
Section A3 Saturdays, 12:20-3:20pm Jan 22, Jan 29, Feb 5 |
Section B3 Sundays, 12:20-3:20pm Feb 13, Feb 20, Feb 27 |
| 99-360 IDeATe E-Textiles Hunt A10 |
— | Section A3 Saturdays, 10:10am-3:10pm Feb 5, Feb 12, Feb 19 |
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 5:00 to 6:00pm Monday through Friday for the campus community. (As of 6 January 2022, Open Hours are temporarily suspended under the university’s “modified services” posture.) Over the summer, please contact help@ideate.cmu.edu to make arrangements for access.