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Beginner projects are designed using one piece of software and running one piece of CNC equipment. Other preparations, tools, or finishing processes may be necessary to complete the project. Beginner projects have online tutorials available online to provide guidance with the design and software use. These projects should be able to be completed within one open community night (given the machine use isn't back logged and you use the same software from the tutorials).

NOTE: These projects are designed to give users a taste of each piece of software and the different types of CNC equipment.

Click on the pictures below to access more information about each project. Materials for the project can be brought in or accessed through fab lab staff.

Beginning Milling: Cribbage Boards

Intermediate projects are designed using one/two piece(s) of software and running one/two piece(s) of CNC equipment. Other preparations, tools, or finishing processes may be necessary to complete the project. Intermediate projects have online tutorials available online to provide guidance with the design and software use. These projects should be able to be completed within two-three open community nights (given the machine use isn't back logged and you use the same software from the tutorials).

NOTE: It is suggested to complete beginner projects involving the same equipment before tackling an intermediate project.

Click on the pictures below to access more information about each project. Materials for the project can be brought in or accessed through fab lab staff.

Wisconsin Custom Cribbage Boards

Advanced projects are designed using multiple pieces of design software and running several pieces of CNC equipment. Other preparations, tools, or finishing processes will be necessary to complete the project. Advanced projects have online tutorials available online to provide guidance with the design and software use. These projects will take several open community nights to complete due to their complicated nature.

NOTE: It is suggested to complete beginner and intermediate projects involving the same equipment before tackling an advanced project. Advanced projects are intended to challenge users; problem solving is encouraged.

Click on the pictures below to access more information about each project. Materials for the project can be brought in or accessed through fab lab staff.