Welcome to the New and Improved build IT
We've undergone major renovations and upgrades this summer. To keep everyone on the same page, we're starting fresh. Heres what you need to know:
Everyone Must Be Re-Oriented and Re-Trained
New Equipment
- Bambu A1 Mini's
- Bambu X1 Carbon
- Silhouette Cameo 5
- Electrostatic Cutting Mat
- Brother SE 2000
- Hatch Embroidery Software
New Events
- Restore & Create
- Game to Connect
- Find Your Thing
- Various pop-up events throughout the semester
How to get access?
The equipment and tools are available for anyone with a valid RedID number.
1. Attend an Orientation Session
To ensure a safe and clean environment, it is required that everyone attend an orientation session.
Get oriented2. Schedule a Training Session
Some of the equipment like the 3D printers and sewing machines requires additional training.
Schedule a session3. Freely Use the Equipment
Equipment is available on a first come first serve basis. See our equipment status in the link below.
Start BuildingJoin us as a Master Builder
Master Builders help run build IT @SDSU Library by volunteering their time to lead other students in the use and maintenance of the space; and thus, ensuring that the resources remain available to all.
*Being a Master Builder is not required to use the makerspace. build IT is freely available to everyone with an SDSUid.
Become a Master Builder
No skills or experience is required. Just a willingness to volunteer 3 hours per a week
Get Started!Master Builders...
- Have a passion for making
- Enjoy exploring new uses of materials and equipment
- Excel at problem-solving, learning, and teamwork
- Love to share knowledge and learn from others
- Are dedicated to safety and continuous learning
- Want to be part of a growing community of makers
Why Join?
- Lead and Inspire: Be part of a community that shares skills, ideas, and creativity.
- Build Your Skills: Work on personal projects and learn new techniques as you complete the build IT Passport.
- Shape the Space: Have a say in the resources and tools added to build IT, and be the first to explore new equipment
- Exclusive Access: Get after-hours access to build IT and its resources once you complete the build IT Passport.
Hours & Location
Regular semester hours:
Monday | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm |
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Tuesday | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm |
Wednesday | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm |
Thursday | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm |
Friday | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm |
build IT is on the 2nd Floor of Love Library in LL-260.
San Diego State University Library
5500 Campanile Dr, San Diego, CA, 92182-8050
Contact Us
Call Us
619-594-1996
Friend us on Steam
buildit_sdsulibrary
Get to know us
Halloween DIY Costume Contest 2023
Show us your creepy and otherworldly homemade designs for a chance to win $25! Stop by build IT makerspace on Tuesday, October 31st (Halloween) between 10 am – 4 pm to enter. Contest Rules: One aspect of your costume must have been made by you Take a photo with our Halloween backdrop We’ll post it […]
3D Printed Pumpkin
Did you know that the build IT makerspace in the SDSU Library offers a free 3D print service? Students, Faculty, and Staff of SDSU can request that the makerspace 3D print a part for them. It’s free for everyone with a 3-hour print duration weekly limit. All you need to do is upload a file […]
Learn
Intro to InDesign Text
Adobe InDesign (free to students: https://library.sdsu.edu/computers-technology/software/adobe-creative-cloud)
Intro to Processing
Download at https://processing.org/
blender Texturing
blender 2.79 download here: https://www.blender.org/download/releases/2-79/
Create Your Own LoFi Beat
Ableton Live https://www.ableton.com/en/trial/ Izotope Vinyl https://www.izotope.com/en/products/vinyl.html
Tinkercad Shape Generators
https://www.tinkercad.com/
Intro to Premiere Pro
Premiere Pro
Premiere Pro Essential Sound
Premiere Pro
3D Printed Pumpkin
Did you know that the build IT makerspace in the SDSU Library offers a free 3D print service? Students, Faculty, and Staff of SDSU can request that the makerspace 3D print a part for them. It’s free for everyone with a 3-hour print duration weekly limit. All you need to do is upload a file […]