What is a Fab Lab?
A fab lab is a workshop or space equipped with a wide variety of computer-controlled tools and machines. It is designed with the purpose that almost any idea for a project can be produced by an individual or group. The AHS Fab Lab has an emphasis for its students to develop higher-order thinking skills, use the design process to solve problems, and to increase college and career readiness skills.
How can I tour the AHS Fab Lab?
The Fab Lab is open to tour Monday-Friday 7:15-3:30. Large and small groups are both encouraged to tour the fab. Please visit the Contact page to get in touch and set up a tour. Special requests can be made to tour after hours.
How can I use the AHS Fab Lab?
The current plan for the Fab Lab is to not have community hours until the 2019-2020 school year. Until then, individual or group requests can be made to use the Fab Lab and there will also be events that take place which will feature specific projects or machines.
What types of things can I make in the AHS Fab Lab?
The AHS Fab Lab has a variety of machines and equipment to make any ideas or designs come to life. Visit the Equipment section to explore capabilities of some of the machines.
How can I become involved with the Fab Lab?
Community ties and partnerships with groups, companies and individuals are a priority for the AHS Fab Lab. If you would like to donate consumables, have an idea for a machine or project, become a sponsor, or would like to become a part of the Fab Lab's "steering committee," please visit the contact page to get in touch.
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