Area 49 offers a number of learning opportunities for students, faculty, staff, and classes.
We are now excited to offer online trainings! Visit bit.ly/A49Online and login with your Ninernet to join our Canvas course.
Go to our Workshops and Events page to register and guarantee your spot for in-person events and workshops.
Our workshops and trainings are open to all current students, faculty, and staff, unless otherwise noted in the event description.
Don't see a scheduled training that works for you? Contact us at atkinsarea49@charlotte.edu and we'll set something up. Send us some times you're available. We may need up to a week's notice.
We also have an opportunity available for you to develop a workshop, event, lecture, or other program related to creativity, innovation, and emerging technologies. If you are interested in developing something for the Area 49 Programming Series, please reach out to us at atkinsarea49@charlotte.edu.
Online Trainings and Workshops
Laser Cutter
Content: Learn to cut and engrave materials using the laser cutter.
Location: Makerspace, Atkins 223
You’ll Learn:
- How to set up a file in Adobe Illustrator that can be engraved or cut into a list of approved materials.
- How to run the laser cutter and adjust setting to work best with your design.
Laser cutter training is now online! Visit bit.ly/A49Online to take our training any time!
Carvey CNC Router
Content: Learn to carve materials using the Carvey CNC Router
Location: Makerspace, Atkins 223
You’ll Learn:
- How to use Easel Inventables software to set up a file that can be engraved or cut into a list of approved materials.
- How to change bits and secure your materials in the Carvey CNC Router.
Carvey CNC Router training is now online! Visit bit.ly/A49Online to take our training any time!
Embroidery Machine
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Content: Learn how to use the embroidery machine to create embroidered patches and embroider graphics on existing garments.
Location: Online
You’ll Learn:- How to set up a vector file for embroidering.
- Recommended settings for best results.
- How to thread and operate the machine.
Our Embroidery Machine Training is now offered online! Visit bit.ly/A49Online to take our workshop any time!
3D Modeling
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Content: Learn how to construct your first design for 3D printing using TinkerCad (a drag-and-drop program).
Location: Online
You’ll Learn:- How to drag and drop, resize, and combine shapes in TinkerCad.
- How to bring in your own image file.
- Things to consider so your design can work for 3D printing.
Our 3D Modeling workshop is now offered online! Visit bit.ly/A49Online to take our workshop any time!
In-Person Trainings and Workshops
3D Printers
Content: Learn to set your own prints on the 3D printers.
Location: Makerspace, Atkins 223
You’ll Learn:
- How to use Cura software to set up your file for printing.
- How to set up the 3D printer including change filament colors and adjusting settings.
To get a training, go to our Workshops and Events page.
Video Podcast
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Content: Learn to create a video podcast in the EZ Video Studio.
Location: EZ Video Studio, Atkins 242
You’ll Learn:- How to use the room’s built-in recording system.
- How to use Adobe Premiere Pro CC to edit your recording.
DSLR Photography Basics
Content: Learn the basics of DSLR photography.
Location: EZ Video Studio, Atkins 242
Bring with you: Your laptop
Classes
Instructors, if you would like to request an Area 49 session for your class, or even if you would just like to discuss possibilities, please email atkinsarea49@charlotte.edu.
We can collaborate to develop workshops and activities that align with your course’s goals and will help your students think about topics in new ways. Possible focal points include:
- Design thinking
- Critical thinking
- The basics of digital scholarship
- Collaboration
- Making or Makerspace use
- Video development
- Developing unconventional projects
Let us know if you have ideas or if you’d like to start developing something with us!