build IT Coloring Pages
Missing build IT and all its wonderful creative activities. Well, the little robots have been working while the humans can’t coexist in the space. Add your own color to these pages to fill in the blank on what they’ve been up to.
RED and BLUE’s Stay at Home Ideas
build IT is all about promoting creativity. Just because we’re not currently open doesn’t mean that has to stop! Making your own stop motion video can be a fun way to spend your time. This video was made by student assistants Patrick Coh and Chris Potente working from home. Patrick created the animations and edited […]
Just Keep Patching
We can’t wait to see where your creativity takes you here at build IT! This series is dedicated to showcasing just some of the cool things you can make here. Like what you see in this video? You can do it too! Just make sure you come by for an orientation and a Brother SE600 […]
Estimate Print Times with Cura
If you’re wondering if your print will finish within 3 hours, use Cura to help you estimate and plan! You can load your file in and check the time to help you iterate on your design before you come in.
3D Printing Do’s and Don’t’s for BuildIT
For an object to be 3D print well, it is best if it is designed specifically for 3D printing. 3D models can be created as very intricate shapes, but it is important to keep in mind the limitations of the machines that will be used to realize the object, and design with those limitations in […]
3D Models
Save your model as an .stl file!SolidworksSoftware specifically used by the School of EngineeringTinkercadEasy-to-use software for creating a CAD model for 3D printing. Free trial version requires an account.SketchUp (Google)Easy-to-use software for creating a CAD model for 3D printing. Download for free but requires registration.Autodesk 123D appsFree apps to capture and create 3D models.AutoCADFree software […]
ALA 2017
Backgroundbuild IT is the makerspace of the SDSU Library. While it’s purpose is to provide access to technology to students, faculty, and staff, it has helped create opportunities to promote STEM in the San Diego Region. As the librarian, I led the development of various outreach events. However, I make sure to involve SDSU students […]
Finding Creative Content to Reuse
Creative content such as lives in three realms of intellectual property rights protection. Copyright (All Rights Reserved) is a form of intellectual property, applicable to certain forms of creative work. It is a legal right created by the law of a country that grants the creator of an original work exclusive rights for its use and distribution. These […]