Classes

Fall 2024 Classes

This fall the Roadrunner Makerspace is offering two non-credit classes (MAKR 301 & 302) and one 3-unit for-credit class MAKR 700. Students enroll in these classes via the Self-Service application found on the student portal MyCOD. These classes are available to students of all majors.

MAKR 301 & 302 – Basic Skills – Non-credit

MAKR 301 & 302 are basic skill classes that introduces students and other individuals to the skills and equipment used in makerspaces. Skills include but are not limited to basic makerspace safety, basic equipment safety, and basic prototyping. Equipment includes vinyl/paper printers & cutters, 3D printers, lasercutter, etc. Students will be able to learn independently and in groups to enhance their personal skills in using equipment safely and effectively to create and build items for personal and educational uses. After completing the two-course sequence of ENTR 301 and 302, students will receive training, badges, and a certificate of completion to safely use equipment at a beginning level. Students will be more prepared for entering STEM and maker career paths in education, community centers, and libraries. These courses require 5 hours of time at the MakerSpace and cannot be taken for credit.

These classes are open enrollment so students may register throughout the semester. Enrollment can occur in conjunction with a workshop. In addition, students must come into the MakerSpace during open lab hours and successfully complete a small project of their choice.

MAKR 700 Introduction to Makerspaces – 3 Units for Credit

Introduction to the Maker Movement, a survey of cultures, disciplines, materials, and technologies related to the traditions of making through time and around the world. Students will recognize key materials and techniques of disciplines including the arts, construction, engineering, and computer science to critically analyze and apply ways of creating that support an understanding of culturally significant work of diverse peoples and eras. Through readings, discussion, and hands-on building, students construct insights, strategies, and skills to bring their ideas and projects from concept to completion.

Schedule: 

0854 MAKR 700 INTRODUCTION TO MAKING 3.0 2.3 WEEKLY HRS TBA HYBRID STAFF
05:30p-08:35p W S.AN4

Note: This is a hybrid online class that meets Wednesdays. All remaining required hours will be asynchronous online in addition to homework assignments.