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 |
Fall 2020 Meeting Dates |
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| First Session | Second Session | |
| 99-352 IDeATe Soft Fabrication Skills Hunt A5 |
Section A1 Saturdays, 1:00-5:50pm Sep 19, Sep 26, Oct 3 |
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| 99-353 IDeATe CAD and Laser Cutting Hunt A5 |
Section A1 Saturdays, 10:00am-12:50pm Oct 3, Oct 10, Oct 17 |
Section A2 Sundays, 10:00am-12:50pm Nov 1, Nov 8, Nov 15 |
| 99-355 IDeATe Introduction to Arduino Hunt A10 |
Section A1 Sundays, 12:00-4:50pm Sep 27, Oct 4, Oct 11 |
Section A2 Fridays, 11:30am-4:20pm Nov 6, Nov 13, Nov 20 |
| 99-357 IDeATe Pragmatic Photography Hunt 106C |
Section A1 Sundays, 10:00am-2:50pm Sep 27, Oct 4 |
Section A2 Saturdays, 10:00am-2:50pm Oct 31, Nov 7 |
| 99-358 IDeATe Intro to the Unity Game Engine Hunt 106C |
Section A1 Saturdays, 4:00-6:50pm Sep 19, Sep 26, Oct 3 |
Section A2 Sundays, 4:00-6:50pm Nov 1, Nov 8, Nov 15 |
| 99-359 IDeATe 3D Modeling and 3D Printing Hunt A5 |
Section A1 Sundays, 10:00am-12:50pm Sep 27, Oct 4, Oct 11 |
Section A2 Saturdays, 10:00am-12:50pm Oct 31, Nov 7, Nov 14 |
| 99-360 IDeATe E-Textiles Hunt A10 |
— | Section A2 Sundays, 1:00-5:50pm Nov 8, Nov 15, Nov 22 |
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 5:30pm Monday through Friday for the campus community. Over the summer, please contact help@ideate.cmu.edu to make arrangements for access.