Virtual Makerspace
Need to chat with a human being about the Makerspace services or questions you may have? You can contact us via email.
The Makerspace chat is closed for the summer.
Access to the Thode Makerspace and its equipment is currently unavailable. Please email us if you have any questions.
Located on the lower level of Thode Library, the Makerspace is a joint effort between McMaster University Library and the Faculty of Engineering, providing a new interdisciplinary experiential learning space where the McMaster community can gather to create, invent and learn. Use of the Makerspace is governed by the code of conduct.
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Need to chat with a human being about the Makerspace services or questions you may have? You can contact us via email.
The Makerspace chat is closed for the summer.
All users and visitors in the Makerspace agree to abide by the Makerspace Code of Conduct (see right sidebar for full document). Below is a summary of some general rules.
Personal Conduct
The Thode Makerspace is open to all McMaster students, staff, and faculty. All are welcome, whether experienced makers or just curious. As a making community, we tolerate no inappropriate behaviours or harassment.
Harassment includes offensive verbal comments related to gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, or religion. Harassment also includes sexual images in public spaces, deliberate intimidation, verbal or physical threats, stalking, following, harassing photography or recording, sustained disruption of talks or other events, inappropriate physical contact, and unwelcome sexual attention. Anyone asked to stop any harassing behaviour is expected to comply immediately.
We are here to learn as a community. Asking and answering questions is part of the maker culture, and everyone has something to learn and to contribute. Please ask and answer questions with respect and generosity.
The staff of the Makerspace and Thode Library are here to help and to keep the space welcoming. Please respect them at all times.
Safety
Safety is a paramount concern at all times and is everyone’s responsibility. Do not attempt to use equipment that is labelled to indicate that it requires safety training if you are not trained.
In general, if you are unaware of how to do something safely, don’t do it. Ask questions and get help.
Be aware of others who may be engaging in unsafe behaviours and bring these to the attention of the staff on duty.
Fire is bad in this space. Please, no open flames at any time for any reason.
Respecting the space
The Makerspace is for making. Please do not use it as a general study or hangout space, nor to host events such as watching sports.
Breaking is part of making. If you break something, own up to it by letting staff know. In many cases, it will just mean that we need to restock that material. In some cases, we may assess fines, but these are reasonable and related to replacement costs.
Always leave the space cleaner than you found it. We provide wipes, a vacuum cleaner, and other cleaning supplies.
Be kind to work surfaces. Use one of the trays provided if your work will seriously mar or damage the wooden work surfaces.
Enforcement
Anyone found in violation of any part of the Code of Conduct is expected to comply immediately when asked. Repeated violations are grounds for banishment from the Makerspace and possible University disciplinary action.
Q:The campus is closed, can I still get information about the 3D printer, laser cutter, or the other equipment in the Makerspace?
A: Yes, you can. Email the Makerspace at mkrspace@mcmaster.ca
Q: What types of equipment do you have in the Makerspace?
A: Popular equipment include:
For a full detailed list, visit About Us.
Q: What types of software are available in the Makerspace?
A: Useful software include:
Q: Are tools aviable to all students.
A: Yes! All tools can be used by any McMaster Staff, student and faculty member, after they have completed their training.
Q: Do I need to take any training to use the equipment in the Makerspace?
A: Yes, you need training to use the following equipment:
Please see our website for further information about equipment training: https://library.
The Makerspace is equipped with tools and technology to prototype and create. McMaster students, staff and instructors from all disciplines are welcome to use our equipment!
Book in advance:
Reserve 3D Printer/Laser Cutter/PCB Miller
Walk in and use: