Maker Program
Location
Burlington, VT 05401
Office Hours
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What is the Maker Program?
The Maker Program provides spaces to the Champlain College community where they can prototype and build whatever their mind envisions.
These maker spaces provide students, faculty and staff access to maker tools and processes like laser engravers, 3D printers, vinyl cutters, sewing machines, and more. Located on and off-campus, our maker spaces are ideal for creating prototypes and small-scale production runs.
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About Us
The Maker Program is managed by Maker Program Coordinator staff and run by a team of student Maker Technicians who help facilitate tool access to the College community. Together, this team hosts pop up campus events, leads Open Hours in the maker spaces, and offers tours/workshops to promote creativity and tool accessibility.
Where are the Makerspaces?
Main Campus
Students, Staff, and Faculty can now access 3D printing, laser cutting, vinyl cutting, sewing, hand tool use, electronics components and soldering, and general craft supplies on campus in Wick Room 101 through Open Hours.
Ways to Get Involved
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Open Lab Hours
Sign up for Open Lab Hours appointments on Main Campus to get help from a trained student employee Maker Technician in sewing, vinyl cutting, 3D printing, laser cutting, and more! No experience required!
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Group Tours/Workshops Requests
Faculty, staff, and student club leaders can bring an academic class or College group to Wick or the MIC for a tour of available tools and/or a small workshop. Contact us directly to place your request.
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Student Employment Opportunities
The Maker Program employs a number of students every semester to work as Maker Technicians. Updated postings are available to current students on Handshake.
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Available Tools & Required Training
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Tools Available for Open Hours Appointments
Tool Location Training Required 3D Printer Wick #101 None Laser Cutter/Engraver, 12″ x 24″, 20″ x 32″, and 36″ x 48″ Wick #101 None Vinyl Cutter Wick #101 None Sewing Machines Wick #101 None Hand tools (screwdrivers, drill, hammer, etc.) Wick #101 None