Build something during Schulich Maker Week
The Schulich School of Engineering is excited to host its second annual Maker Week.
The Schulich Maker Week workshops will be hosted at our Maker Multiplex and Zetta. Open to all UCalgary students, faculty and staff, the Maker Multiplex and Zetta provide a fun and safe interactive experiential learning environment.
Multiple one-hour workshops will be hosted throughout the week where participants will have the chance to cultivate new skills and work with cutting-edge technology. Explore 3D printing, augmented reality, music, robotics and soldering!
Maker Week 2024: Monday, February 26 - Friday, March 1, 2024
3D Printing
Board games? Dinosaurs? Spin tops? If you can dream it, you can 3D-print it! Come and create in our 3D printing workshop and learn about the 3D-printing process. Explore our fleet of high-end 3D printers and learn about how advanced settings can drastically change the quality of your final product.
Location: HQ - ENA 03
AR/VR
Dive into the world of AR/VR in Zetta, Schulich’s Digital Design Hub. Our cutting-edge workshop will give you the opportunity to experience AR/VR through high-end devices including the Microsoft HoloLens 2, where you can explore mixed reality through video games.
Location: Virtual Reality Lab - ICT 224
Robotics
Come and explore the dynamic world of robotics! Our Robotics workshop will allow you to explore IoT (Internet of Things) and how these developments can improve our day-to-day environment. View our interactive Smart City model and other live project demos, including industrial and mobile robots, robotics kits, and more!
Location: Robotics/IoT Lab - ICT 215
Soldering
Are you interested in the basics of soldering? Want to learn how to create connections onto printed circuit boards? Find out more about component connections and safe soldering practices in this intricate workshop.
Location: Electrical Makerspace - ENG 29
Music
Offered by Schulich Wellness and Schulich Soundstage
Express yourself! This is an ideal hub for those with an interest in music-making. This space provides the opportunity for you to learn beatboxing and a range of musical instruments — including pianos, guitars, cajons and ukuleles — to create your unique melody.
Location: Schulich Wellness Room - ENA 06
Please note: There are music workshops running throughout the term. Please filter the calendar by date once you click the link.
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Questions? Contact us.