EQUIPMENT TRAINING
University of Oregon faculty, staff, and students are welcome to request training in equipment available at the OFAD labs.
Training times vary depending on basic (fundamental operations) to advanced (R&D) training. Training times range from an hour to several hours, depending on equipment. Once basic training is completed, a user may book the equipment for use.
Fundamental Operations Training
This training includes the following:
- Overview of the equipment capabilities
- Equipment pre-setup
- Fabrication: Stock material, tool calibration, vacuum setup, etc.
- 3D-Printing: Loading platform, adding support structures to CAD, print analysis, etc.
- Protocol for safe machine operations
- Basic post-processing training
- Fabrication: Part removal, cleaning procedure, etc.
- 3D-Printing: Support removal, finishing techniques, etc.
Advanced Training
The advanced training enables the user to use the equipment beyond typical operations. Examples of advanced training include:
- All training items present in Fundamental Operations Training
- Details of machine components, hardware, and common troubleshooting
- Explanation and effects of various parameters related to the machine
- Access to after-hours lab use
Rates
Training time may vary depending on the type of training and equipment.
Once trained, users are only charged for machine use and consumables. Self-use rates are available for fabrication equipment and 3D-Printing, contingent on the machine.