In addition to items that can be checked out, the Makerspace offers the following hardware, software, and materials. Links to how-to pages and more information about what we offer is available for most of our resources!
The Makerspace has the following hardware available. Some items are located in Makerspace B on the basement level of McDonald Library. There are fees for some consumable materials for personal projects.
3D Printing:
Robotics:
Coding:
GBC DocuBind p300 (instructions; watch a demo)
*NEW* SilverFast Ai IT8 Scanner (manual)
* - on Personal Projects, free if for a class.
Crafting:
Electronics
*NEW* Cricut Design Space
3D Printing and Design
Graphic Design and Photo Editing
The Mac Lab in McDonald 134 offers the complete Adobe Creative Suite. It is down the hall from the Makerspace and is available during open library hours when classes are not scheduled.
The Digital Media Lab (on the 3rd floor of the CLC) is designed for students, faculty, and staff working on digital media projects. The lab includes Macs & PCs equipped with Adobe Creative Cloud, a shooting studio, an audio recording room, and equipment for checkout.
The Connection Center on the 3rd floor of the CLC offers laminating services.
Xavier's Teaching With Technology site offers a wide variety of software tools and resources that can be used inside or outside of the classroom.
Other Useful LibGuides
Until further notice, these materials are completely free for both class and personal projects up to the following:
After the above limits are reached, the following pricing structure goes into effect for personal projects (class projects are always free with proof of assignment):
| Material | Price |
|---|---|
| 3D printing filament | 5 cents per gram |
| 2.25" Buttons or Magnets | 25 cents each |
| 1.25" Button | 10 cents each |
| Stickers | $1 per page |
| Vinyl | $2 per foot |
| Heat Transfer (Iron On) Vinyl | $4 per foot |
| Glitter or cardstock paper | $1 per foot |
| Materials for laser cutting/etching currently unavailable |