INTRODUCTORY TOUR OF THE WORKSHOPS
Take this introductory tour of the three workshops that make up the Innovation Hub: App Factory which focuses on software tools, apps and web sites.
Maker Space which is where you can do laser cutting, 3D printing, digital sewing, CNC milling and 3D scanning, Machine Learning space which focuses on this adaptable and useful software tool. See the range of equipment available and understand the courses you can take to support your creative and innovative plans.
Audience: public (15 spaces)
Min age: 13 years
Duration: 1 hour
Required course: none
GADGET FACTORY
Drop in to our Maker Space and learn the secrets of soldering as you assemble your very own working electronic circuit gadget. You’ll get hands-on experience working with real tools and electronic components, and find out about resistors, capacitors, lad’s and more! This is a good introduction to making a circuit.
Audience: public (15 spaces)
Min age: 13 years
Duration: 1 hour
Required course: none
LITTLEBITS:
MODULAR ELECTRONICS
Rapid prototype your electronic device ideas with this quick to learn but powerful modular system. Create a new gadget for your room or home or whatever your imagination comes up with. This is a quick way of testing new ideas before you move to larger scale production.
Audience: public (15 spaces)
Min age: 13 years
Duration: 1 hour
Required course: none
SMARTPHONE MICROSCOPES
Come and make a smartphone microscope which is made of cardboard with a simple lens. It allows you to use the camera in your phone as a microscope. It’s a simple but powerful design and a great inspiration for makers everywhere.
Audience: public (15 spaces)
Min age: 13 years
Duration: 1 hour
Required course: none