The Makerspace is part of the TU Delft Science Centre. This is a workspace that helps people bring their creative ideas to life. Among other things, it is equipped with 3D printers, laser cutters and you can mill, solder and more. From February 2024, the Makerspace will be part of X's Open Studios.
In this inspiring course, you will discover the fascinating world of the Makerspace. Here you will learn to work with various advanced machines, materials and techniques. Immerse yourself in the control software and learn to operate everything from 3D printers and laser cutters to milling machines with a skilful hand.
You will work on a unique piece in which you will eventually combine all the techniques you have learned, discovering the endless possibilities of art. Unleash your creativity and develop your skills in an environment brimming with possibilities! This course is suitable for anyone that likes to work with machines and is curious and creative.
With all the knowledge you gain during this introductory course, you can also work independently in the workspace during the Open Studio days on weekends.
Schedule & enrolment
Rates
Category 1 - Student
Category 2 - TU Delft employee
Category 3 - Other
You do not need an X-subscription to follow this course. However, you do need an account in our webshop, which yo can create with your NetID. Don't have a NetID? Then drop by X to create an account.
Practical Information
In the interest of safety, please wear sturdy, closed shoes and tie back long hair.
Bring your Campus Card for access to the machines and bring your laptop to create designs.
The address:
Science Centre – Makerspace
Building 26A
Van der Burghweg 1
If you are late to class, please ring the doorbell at the Science Center to gain access to the Makerspace.
The course includes materials.
During Open Studio hours, you can work on your own projects in Makerspace under the guidance of an assistant.
The Open Studio is open to anyone with an X subscription, at times when an assistant is present. You just need to sign up in advance. The assistant will be there to help where needed, to give tips and advice and to ensure that all materials and equipment are used responsibly and safely.
After confirmed registration for the Open Studio, you always report first to the Makerspace on the ground floor of Building 26A (Science Centre).
Makerspace includes various 3D printers, laser cutters, HTC Vive sets, milling machine and a variety of software to realise your projects and designs. If there is sufficient interest and enough assistants, the ACTlab will also be available.