Area 49 offers a number of learning opportunities for students, faculty, staff, and classes. Check them out below!
Go to our Workshops and Events page to register and guarantee your spot for the trainings and workshops. If you haven't registered, feel free to show up for the session, and we'll get you in if space is available.
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.
Trainings
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.
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.
To get a training, go to our Workshops and Events page.
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.
To get a training, go to our Workshops and Events page.
Visualization Lab
Content: Learn to use the equipment in the Visualization Lab, including the HTC Vive virtual reality system.
Location: Visualization Lab, Atkins 244
You’ll Learn:
- How to operate the lights, projectors, Smartboard, and VR headset in the room.
- You’ll have a chance to get into the VR headset if you’d like.
To get a training, go to our Workshops and Events page.
Workshops
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: Makerspace, Atkins 223
Bring with you: Your laptop
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.
To find workshops, 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!