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 - Thanksgiving Break
Mon, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 26
Monday | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm |
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Tuesday | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm |
Wednesday | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm |
Thursday | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm |
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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 […]

Sweet Potato Fries
Sweet Potatoes Garlic Salt Black Pepper Oil

Salted Cherries
Cherries Flaky salt

Mascerated Tomatoes
Tomatoes Sugar

Thai Tea Pudding
1 cup milk 1 Thai Tea bag or 1 tbsp thai tea mix 3 tbsp cornstarch 1/2 cup condensed milk 1/2 tsp vanilla extract Sugar to taste

Late Night Cookie Butter “Crepes”
Tortillas Cookie Butter/Nutella/other similar spread Chocolate Syrup

Cauliflower Is Delicious
1 head of cauliflower Lemon juice Red pepper flakes Salt Olive Oil Garlic

Mug Cake
Ingredients Flour Canola Oil (or Melted Butter) Sugar Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Baking Powder Milk Vanilla Extract Chocolate Chips
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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