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MakerSpace for Staff
Staff can use any of the tools and equipment available in the MakerSpace. You can also request workshops or incorporate the MakerSpace into your teaching.
Email Eileen Kennedy to enquire about building workshops into your curriculum. Potential workshop topics include:
- 360 Degree Video
- 3D Design and Printing
- Photogrammetry and 3D Image Capture
- Laser Cutting
- Mobile Phone Video Production
Research Project Assistance
For researchers who would like to incorporate an element of 3D design, 3D scanning, 3D printing, coding, or related technology into their projects, we can help. The MakerSpace student volunteers offer a consultation service in which they will work with researchers to take advantage of maker technologies in their projects. Please fill out the consultation request form to be paired with a student volunteer.
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What's in the MakerSpace
The MakerSpace is a space where students can be creative, collaborate, share, develop ideas, innovate, and generally just ‘make stuff’. The space is available for staff and students to use at any time while the Library is open. No need to book.
Maker PCs & Mac Minis
Our PCs have a higher specification than those available in most of the PC suites on campus and we have some of the only Mac Minis around. Adobe CC is currently available on the Macs. Please create a free adobe account and use this to log into the software.
3D Printing
3D printing is free for both students and staff of University of Galway. We print in PLA (and resin by request) and have five 3D printers in use. Learn how to use the free service and submit a design for printing here.
Laser & Vinyl Cutting
The Beambox and Cricut Maker 3 are available on a drop-in basis. Be sure to bring your own materials. Keep an eye out for workshops or request a training session by emailing Eileen Kennedy.
Borrowing Equipment
We also offer free equipment borrowing including drones (license required), VR headsets, camera equipment, Raspberry Pis, Arduinos and more. Equipment can be collected from and returned to the Library & IT Service Desk. View the equipment page to see items and availability.
Any Questions
Eileen Kennedy
Library Digital Experience Developer
Email: eileen.kennedy
universityofgalway.ie
091 49 2549
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