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 sewing machines requires additional training.

Schedule a session

3. Freely Use the Equipment

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

Start Building

Join 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.

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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
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

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Indoor Garden

Water Glass containers 3 in green onions Garlic Cloves

Cardboard Automaton

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

Vision Boards

Board (corkboard/paperboard/cardboard) Adhesives (tape, push pins, putt) Decoration (magazine cutouts, stickers, drawings, ornaments, written goals)

Natural Dyes

Dye-able material 4-5 Avocados Spinach Water Vinegar

About

build IT @SDSU Library is a 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.