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 oriented

2. Schedule a Training Session

Some of the equipment like the 3D printers and CNC machines requires additional training.

Schedule a session

3. Freely Use the Equipment

Equipment is available on a first come first serve basis. See our availability in the link below.

Start building

Get to know us

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Hours

We're currently closed.
Monday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Tuesday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Wednesday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Thursday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Learn

Natural Dyes

Dye-able material 4-5 Avocados Spinach Water Vinegar

Friendship Bracelet

String (thicker than sewing thread, mine was 6-strand) tape scissors measuring tape

DIY Jumbo Chalk

For the mold: Toilet paper roll Parchment paper Tape Scissors For the chalk: Cornstarch Water Dye

Cardboard Automaton

A cardboard box Two skewers Straw Artwork you’d like to see spin Scissors Glue

Stop Motion

Inanimate props Moldable props like clay or dough Adhesives to help keep props together like tape or fishing wire

Join us as a Master Builder

Stay on-campus and gain value internship experience with little time commitment

*Being a Master Builder is not required to use the makerspace. build IT is freely available to everyone with an SDSUid.

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Become a Master Builder

No skills or experience is required. Just a willingness to volunteer 3 hours per a week

Complete our Interest Form

Master Builders...

  • have a love for technology
  • like to make
  • enjoy exploring new uses of materials & equipment
  • excel at problem-solving, learning, and teamwork
  • like to share and learn from others

In return for volunteering 3 hours per a week, Master Builders get:

  • after-hours access to build IT and its resources
  • A voice in the decision process for new resources added to the space
  • Be the first to get their hands on the latest acquired resources
  • Gain teaching experience from training others and participating in the build IT events
  • Be part of a creative, digital fabrication-focused community

Location

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

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About

build IT @SDSU Library is a student-run makerspace designed to foster creativity and innovation. By providing an infrastructure for the DIY learning of technology, build IT assists anyone in their mission of bringing their ideas to life. The build IT space provides a physical location where anyone can gather to explore, build, and learn through sharing resources and knowledge, working on projects, and networking. With its central location in the SDSU Library, access to build IT is available to anyone on-campus regardless of their discipline or expertise.