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 2023 Meeting Dates |
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| First Session | Second Session | |
| 99-352 IDeATe Soft Fabrication Skills Hunt 106B |
Section A3 Saturdays, 10:00am–3:00pm Jan 21, Jan 28, Feb 4 |
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| 99-353 IDeATe CAD and Laser Cutting Hunt A5 |
Section A3 Sundays, 12:00–3:00pm Jan 22, Jan 29, Feb 5 |
Section B3 Saturdays, 12:00–3:00pm Feb 11, Feb 18, Feb 25 |
| 99-355 IDeATe Introduction to Arduino Hunt A10 |
Section A3 Fridays, 10:00am–2:50pm Feb 3, Feb 10, Feb 17 |
Section B3 Sundays, 12:00–5:00pm Feb 12, Feb 19, Feb 26 |
| 99-357 IDeATe Pragmatic Photography Hunt 106C |
Section A3 Sundays, 12:00–5:00pm Jan 22, Jan 29 |
Section A4 Saturdays, 12:00–5:00pm Mar 18, Mar 25 |
| 99-358 IDeATe Intro to the Unity Game Engine Hunt 106C |
Section A3 Saturdays, 12:00–4:00pm Jan 21, Jan 28, Feb 11 |
Section B3 Sundays, 12:00–4:00pm Feb 12, Feb 19, Feb 26 |
| 99-359 IDeATe 3D Modeling and 3D Printing Hunt A5 |
Section A3 Saturdays, 12:00–3:00pm Jan 21, Jan 28, Feb 4 |
Section B3 Sundays, 12:00–3:00pm Feb 12, Feb 19, Feb 26 |
| 99-360 IDeATe E-Textiles Hunt A10 |
— | Section A3 Saturdays, 11:00am–3:00pm Feb 4, Feb 11, Feb 18, Feb 25 |
For members of the campus community who just want to fabricate a part or two, IDeATe has Open Fabrication Hours from 5:00 to 6:00pm Monday through Friday in the fall and spring for the campus community under normal operation. Over the summer, please contact help@ideate.cmu.edu to make arrangements for access.