
Students will learn about Sally Ride Science (SRS) Makerspace and learn how to think, make, and create with their peers.
A makerspace is a community space where people get together to learn how to think, make, and create. In Introduction to Makerspaces, students will learn about Sally Ride Science (SRS) Makerspace. This core class will introduce the student to the software and hardware of makerspaces, such as CNC Mills, virtual and augmented reality, FDM and SLA Printers, and electronics. Additionally, this class will teach students property safety, regulations, rules, policies, procedures, and handling of materials such as resin, wood, metal, and plastic. By the end of the workshop, students will be prepared and choose a maker pathway of their own.
What You Will Learn
Students in Middle School: Introduction to Makerspaces will:
- Understand the basics and differences of various 3D printers and the software needed to create 3D prints
- Understand the skills necessary to create Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality worlds
- Experience different materials and other mediums used to create art and tech such as plastic, metal, wood, and electronics
- Research innovative digital and physical products to understand the product development process
- Formulate ideas and product designs
Return to the Sally Ride Science online professional website here.
Course Number: SCI-90055
Credit: 1.50 unit(s)
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7/31/2023 - 8/4/2023
$199
In-class
San Diego
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CLASS TYPE:
This is a traditional classroom setting.
All class meetings held in-person according to published location, dates and times. Students may be expected to engage with course content online during the published course dates.
Ballo, Phillip, MA History
MLIS
Phil Ballo is a library professional with significant involvement in maker technology. He holds master's degrees in history and in library and information sciences. Before his current career as an instructor, he worked as a freelancer using open-source software to do basic web development, graphic design, computer tech, video editing, development (Python scripts) and whatever else ended up on his plate. In addition to his freelance work, Phil has presented at the American Library Association conference multiple times. He has written several articles and book chapters on technology. Phil resides in San Diego and is working on a game using the Godot game engine.
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POLICIES:
Early enrollment advised.
No UCSD parking permit required.
No visitors permitted.
Pre-enrollment required.
No refunds after: 7/24/2023.
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NOTE:
Please contact srs@ucsd.edu with questions.
DATE | DAY | START | END | LOCATION |
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7/31/2023 | Mon | 9:00 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | Room 111, UCSD Division of Extended Studies University City Center, 6256 Greenwich Dr., San Diego |
8/1/2023 | Tue | 9:00 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | Room 111, UCSD Division of Extended Studies University City Center, 6256 Greenwich Dr., San Diego |
8/2/2023 | Wed | 9:00 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | Room 111, UCSD Division of Extended Studies University City Center, 6256 Greenwich Dr., San Diego |
8/3/2023 | Thu | 9:00 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | Room 111, UCSD Division of Extended Studies University City Center, 6256 Greenwich Dr., San Diego |
8/4/2023 | Fri | 9:00 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | Room 111, UCSD Division of Extended Studies University City Center, 6256 Greenwich Dr., San Diego |
There are no sections of this course currently scheduled. Please contact the Pre-College Programs department at 858-534-0804 or precollege@ucsd.edu for information about when this course will be offered again.