FabLab
The FabLab provides facilities to build accurate physical models of computer generated designs. These models are produced using a wide range of equipment including computer controlled laser, card and foam cutters, 3D printers and 3D scanners. This technology enables students to use a wide range of materials to achieve diverse results; from patterned facades, detailed screens, intricate hybrid structures and many more.
The facility is available to students enrolled in subjects delivered by ABP
Capacity is limited to circa 50 jobs a week so a priority system is in place as follows***
* Priority to job processing will be given to students enrolled in subjects where access to the precision fabrication is embedded in the learning objectives of the subject, and students require access to complete subject assignments.
* Any ABP staff member can embed access into the learning objectives of a subject but commen sense should prevail ie. the facility cannot cope with large numbers of students, nor would mundane cutting such as site contours be appropriate use of the facility.
* Students will be placed on the priority list once academic staff have had a briefing with the FABLab coordinator Jas Johnston.
For further information concerning the equipment in the lab and submission instructions please read the relevant documents provided. After reading these documents if you have any further enquiries please come and see the FabLab staff in G21, ground floor Architecture Building or send an email to abp-fablab@unimelb.edu.au.
The machine submission guides
- Laser Cutter Guidelines
- Card Cutter Guidelines
- Foam Cutter Guidelines
- 3D Printer Guidelines
- 3D Scanner Guidelines
- Approved Materials List
FabLab Submission Form
The FabLab is open 11 – 2pm weekdays.