3-D Prototyping Laboratory Space



Initiative Title3-D Prototyping Laboratory Space
Submitted in Previous Year(s)2017
Critical Information, Notes, Justification, Rationale

Through donations and grants our department has obtained four 3-D printers and a CO2 laser cutter for making models.  Currently the equipment is in a closet. We would like to develop a dedicated Rapid Prototyping Laboratory space in RCSE 310 to house this state-of-the-art equipment. RCSE 310 is ideally situated in that it is near the architecture suites and has windows facing the hallway so that the public can see the activities and equipment.  Given the surging popularity of Maker-Spaces in the region, we believe that this facility would be a draw for our programs.  The space would be used for the summer camps and public outreach.  We plan to develop a new course on 3-D printing that we would offer to the public on Saturdays and evenings.

Consequences of this initiative not being funded

The printers will remain in the closet, which is very cramped and can only be accessed by a few students at a time. The public would not be aware that this equipment is available on campus.  Awareness and increases in enrollment may not be optimized. 

Department GoalsGoal 1 A. Provide a high quality, rigorous and meaningful Engineering curricula which will prepare students for transfer to upper division universities., Goal 1B. Provide a high quality, rigorous and meaningful Architectural curricula which will prepare students for transfer to upper division universities or entrance into the global workforce., Goal 4. Maintain knowledge, experiential, and technological currency in our programs.
ProgramsAS Enginerring Science, AS Math Science, Degree Related Course Offerings
LocationsMain Campus
Estimated Completion Date08/01/2018
Will this initiative span multiple budget years?No
ImportanceHigh
Funding SourceGrant Possibility
Created10/04/2017 11:51 am
Updated10/04/2017 12:43 pm

Institutional Goals

Goal How will the initiative support this institutional goal?
The space would be an inspiration for students
we could offer more student experiences that we can using the closet.
awareness in the programs will increase enrollment
summer camps and public outreach
awareness will increase access
The equipment is currently in a closet, moving it to a larger space with windows will increase the effectiveness and access
Visibility of this equipment in use will increase awareness and access

Action Steps

Action Step Responsible Party Order
Remove the carpets and clean the concrete floor. Seal the concrete with clear sealer. Facilities 1
Place 6 lab desks in the room. Move the equipment into the room. Department chair and architectural faculty 2

Expected Outcomes

Outcome Order
increase in awareness of our programs 1
Increased interest/enrollment in our programs 2
increased public outreach 3

Assessment Methods

Method Description Other Method Responsible Party
Observations Information can be collected while observing “events” (including, sponsored activities, student {office staff} sessions, etc.) in the natural setting. Observation can provide information on student behaviors and attitudes. faculty

Resources

INITIAL YEAR COST: $8,200.00
RECURRING COST: $0.00

Equipment

Need Cost (Initial/Recurring) Supporting Departments
Future equipment. Laser scanner ($1800), 3-axis router ($2400), six Programmable Robot arms ($200 ea x 6 = $1600), additional lab tables ($2400). $8200.00
  • Academic Affairs and Student Services, Provost, VP Office
  • SUNY Orange Foundation
  • Academic Technology
TOTAL: $8,200.00 / $0.00

Facility

Need Cost (Initial/Recurring) Supporting Departments
Remove carpets, clean and seal concrete floor $0.00
  • Facilities
TOTAL: $0.00 / $0.00

Supply

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TOTAL: $0.00 / $0.00

Staffing

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Training

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Marketing

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Other

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TOTAL: $0.00 / $0.00

Prioritization

This is initiative is ready for prioritization.

Assessment

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