Makerspace
Maker Space Guidelines
What is the Makerspace?
The Makerspace is a space designed to help students, faculty and staff bring their creative ideas to life. Access tools like our sewing machine & button maker, participate in the workshops and experiment with items in our Emerging Technology Collection, like Arduino and Raspberry Pi. Record a podcast or video in our Recording Studio or test out our virtual reality headsets. Experiment, discover, tinker and collaborate.
Who can use the Makerspace?
The Makerspace, located on the 3rd floor the Progress Library and Learning Centre,can be used by all current Centennial College students, faculty and staff. For faculty and staff specifically, there are specialized emerging technology equipment including PC VR headsets, the Revolution Lightboard you can borrow, as well as booking the Progress Library Makerspace for workshops and events.
When is the Makerspace open?
The Makerspace is staffed Monday to Friday from 10:00am to 5:00pm. After 5:00pm, the Makerspace can be used as an open study space while the library is open.
Where is the Makerspace?
The Makerspace is room L3-08, located in the Progress Library, on the 3rd floor of L-Block.
How can the Makerspace be used?
To use the Makerspace either:
1. Book a Computer :
Use our online booking system to reserve a computer in the Makerspace for a collaborative project or to test out technology. Computers come loaded with AutoDesk Inventor and AutoDesk AutoCAD. Bookings can be made for up to 2 hours.
2. Book Equipment :
Use the following online forms to request access to the Button Maker, Cricut, Printmaker, or Sewing Machine for up to 2 hours in the Makerspace at the Progress Library. When you arrive for your booking, you will be asked to agree to the Makerspace Equipment Use Agreement.
3. Book the Recording Studio :
Contact the Makerspace Team to book access to the Recording Studio. You can use the space to record video, audio, or podcasts; take photos; or explore virtual reality equipment.
The Recording Studio features three different colored backdrops, audio podcasting equipment, and other tools. You can also borrow equipment from the library’s Emerging Technology Collection, including a 3D scanner and the Revolution Lightboard, for use in the studio.
Can I use the Makerspace without booking ahead of time?
Yes! Drop-ins are welcome! If you haven't made a booking, but would like to use the Makerspace, drop by the space to see if a booking is available. Our Makerspace staff can assist you in booking the space or borrowing the equipment you would like to use.
Makerspace staff
One Makerspace Peer Tech Mentor is available in the Makerspace for limited assistance. Our Peer Tech Mentors are not experts; however, they will assist as much as they can and both staff and users can learn together.
Looking for more help?
Interested in using a piece of technology but not sure how to get started? Or if you're interested in booking the Progress Makerspace, contact a member of the Makerspace team in person or via email at makerspace@centennialcollege.ca. We may not have all the answers, but we’re happy to learn together.
Please note: Equipment borrowers will be responsible for disinfecting equipment before use.