FabLab
The Central Library FabLab is an 8,000-square-foot makerspace containing 3D printers, laser cutters, screen printers, kilns, sewing machines, and much more for learners from any discipline or experience level.
The UTA FabLab is the first MIT-affiliated FabLab in a university in Texas. It is a creative hub for students, faculty and staff, providing:
- access to technologies, equipment, training
- opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration
- inspirational spaces in support of invention and entrepreneurship
FabLab Spaces
The FabLab has grown to include a significant portion of the Central Library's first floor and is adjacent to The Studios, which provides a main floor dedicated to invention and innovation.
Equipment and Materials
While FabLab staff has the knowledge for basic use of equipment, more advanced jobs might need the help of a technician or specialist. Sometimes we really push the bounds of our knowledge and try new and exciting things. We are always willing to learn the equipment along with you!
About the FabLab
Tour and Experiential Learning Integration Form
Please complete this form if you would like to speak with an Experiential Learning Librarian about integrating library creative technologies and spaces into your course or if you would like for your class to tour our Creative Spaces and Services.
Tour and Experiential Learning Integration Form
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn more about what our FabLab is and who it’s for, as well as information on equipment and materials, 3D printing, laser cutting, textiles, shop room, and accessing the FabLab in our Frequently Asked Questions.
Position Openings
FabLab Student Assistant
FabLab Assistants provide training and oversight for various areas in the FabLab. If interested in open positions, you must fill out screening questions and apply through Handshake.com to be considered for any positions that may open up!
Policies
Projects
When our FabLab student employees and full-time staff aren't busy helping others create things, they're building innovative systems that help the FabLab run smoothly, designing and modifying equipment to serve the maker community, sharing curriculum to improve student success, and writing about best practices. Here are a few examples:
FabLab News
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