Makerspace Policies

General rules

The following policies only apply to the Pollak Library Makerspace 
  • SUMMER HOURS (May 22 - August  21) - Tuesday - Thursday / 10am - 4pm. Closed on Mondays and Fridays  
  • Reservations are encourage, but walk-in appointments are available if no prior reservation has been made.
  • Users must submit a  Liability WaiverPDF File Opens in new window .
    (Liability forms can be emailed to makerspace@fullerton.edu or physical copies are available to sign in the makerspace office - PLN 210) 
  • Be mindful that the space is for everyone! Others will want to use the equipment as well.
  • Make sure space is clean before you leave.
  • There is no eating and/or drinking permitted in any makerspace room.

Makerspace equipment may not be used to create materials that are:

  • Prohibited by local, state or federal law
  • Used as weapons
  • Unsafe, harmful, dangerous or pose a threat to the well-being of others
  • Obscene or otherwise inappropriate for the Library environment
  • In violation of another’s intellectual property rights
  • For sale, profit, or for personal economic gain

equipment-specific rules

Glowforge Laser Cutter:

To use the Glowforge Laser Cutter you need to make a personal Glowforge account. This account gives you access to several pre-made designs and the design platform. If you are a new user please complete the following steps before coming to the makerspace: 

1) Click here to make an account free of charge. 

2) Email makerspace@fullerton.edu the following message: “I am a new Glowforge user. Please add my account to the system. The email I used to make an account is (insert the email address you used to create your Glowforge account)” 

Please complete these steps before you come in to use the equipment. 

The Pollok Library Makerspace has some material available for use (plywood, cardboard, etc.), but availability is on a first-come-first-served basis and while supplies last. We cannot guarantee we will have material available for every project. If you have a specific project in mind please bring your own material. 

Suitable materials:

Plywood, Fabric, Leather, Paper, Plexiglas (acrylic), Delrin (acetal), Mylar, Rubber, Corian, foods, and more

Materials for etching ONLY:

Metal, Glass, Marble, Anodized aluminum, Titanium, Some phones, tablets, and laptops, and more

For more instructional videos, project ideas, and information please visits the laser cutter Libguide

Cricut Vinyl Cutter:

In order to use the Cricut you need to create an account and download the design software. You can create an account free charge here. If you are on a computer the link should lead you to download the Cricut Design Space software after creating your account. Alternatively, you can download the Cricut app through IOS or Google Play. The software and app are your design spaces where you can chose from free design templates or pay for more sophisticated designs. Please download the software and create an account before coming to the makerspace. 

The Pollok Library Makerspace has some material available for use (vinyl, cardstock, etc.), but availability is on a first-come-first-served basis and while supplies last. We cannot guarantee we will have material available for every project. If you have a specific project in mind please bring your own material. 

Suitable materials: 

Cardstock, Copy Paper, Adhesive Vinyl, Glitter Vinyl, Cotton Fabric, Faux Leather, and more!

For more instructions, project ideas, and information please visits the vinyl cutter Libguide

Quest VR Headsets:

The makerspace has [2] Quest VR Headsets. These headsets have some preloaded games and educational content. Do not download new content without authorized permission from staff. 

For more instructional videos, project ideas, and information please visits the laser cutter   Libguide

Bernette Sewing Machines & Brother Serger:

The Pollok Library Makerspace has some material available for use (patterned cotton fabric, thread, muslin, etc.), but availability is on a first-come-first-served basis and while supplies last. We cannot guarantee we will have material available for every project. If you have a specific project in mind please bring your own material. 

For more instructions, project ideas, and information please visits the sewing   Libguide

44mm Button Maker:

The button maker makes 44mm buttons and does not require a reservation. The equipment is available on a first-come-first-served basis. 

The Pollok Library Makerspace has button fronts, pin backings, and mylar available for use. Users need to provide the their own button design. If you would like to design your button art before arriving, here PDF File is a good template that is an accurate size for our equipment.  

Bookmaking:

The Pollok Library Makerspace has some material available for use (cardstock, bookmaking thread, and more), but availability is on a first-come-first-served basis and while supplies last. We cannot guarantee we will have material available for every project. If you have a specific project in mind please bring your own material.

For more instructions, project ideas, and information please visits the bookmaking   Libguide

Podcast Studio:

The podcast studio is equipped with [4] Microphones, [4] Headphones, a RODECaster audio production system, and acoustic soundproof panels. There is also a Macbook in the studio equipped with the software Adobe Audition and Audcaity for recording and soundmixing. Users can also plug in their personal laptops to the RODECaster to recording directly to their device. Please refrain from recording obscene content or violating others intellectual property. 

For more instructions, project ideas, and information please visits the podcast studio Libguide

Digital Whiteboard:

The Digital Whiteboard is a part of The Innovation Center (PLN 215). For more information on the policies and procedues for this equipment please visit the Center for Equitable Digital Access (PLN 200) or email the Advanced Technology Lab at atl@fullerton.eduOpens in new window

3D Printer:

The 3D printer is a part of   The Innovation Center   (PLN 215). For more information on the policies and procedures for this equipment please visit the Center for Equitable Digital Access (PLN 200) or email the Advanced Technology Lab at   atl@fullerton.eduOpens in new window

Vive Virtual Reality: 

The Vive Virtual Reality Headsets are a part of The Innovation Center (PLN 215). For more information on the policies and procedures for this equipment please visit the Center for Equitable Digital Access (PLN 200) or email the Advanced Technology Lab at atl@fullerton.eduOpens in new window