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 CNC machines requires additional training.
Schedule a session3. Freely Use the Equipment
Equipment is available on a first come first serve basis. See our availability in the link below.
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Hours
Closed
Closed for Summer | May 12, 2023 | August 20, 2023 |
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 |
Learn

Stop Motion Editing in Premiere
Adobe Premiere Pro: https://library.sdsu.edu/computers-technology/software/adobe-creative-cloud

A beginner’s Guide to Building a Portfolio Website
Visual Studio Code Liver Server Prettier

Best Ever Chocolate Chip Cookies
2 1/4 cups unsifted flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened 1/2 cup cane sugar 3/4 cup dark brown sugar, packed 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 eggs 1 cup dark chocolate chips 1 cup white chocolate chips 1 cup pecans Sea Salt or Salt Flakes (for topping)

blender Cloth Simulator
blender 2.79 download here: https://www.blender.org/download/releases/2-79/

Tinkercad Shape Generators
https://www.tinkercad.com/

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 Animation
blender 2.79 download here: https://www.blender.org/download/releases/2-79/
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.

Become a Master Builder
No skills or experience is required. Just a willingness to volunteer 3 hours per a week
Complete our Interest FormMaster 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
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