NOVA’s NEW Fab Lab will be opening January 13th, 2020! A Grand Opening Week is being planned with a host of activities for students, staff, and community members!
About The Lab:
The Fab Lab will support NOVA’s A.A.S. in Engineering Technology with a focus on mechatronics and “Smart Factories.” The technology available include mechatronics systems, 3D printers, 3D scanner, vinyl printer/cutters, plastic thermoforming machine, laser engraver, CNC wire bender, computerized sewing machines, full wood shop with CNC router, and various design software.
The Fab Lab Makerspace portion of the lab will be hosting events, workshops, and activities open to K12 students, community members, and college students and staff. This will allow for STEM outreach and a unique venue where groups and individuals can use the technology to design, build, and collaborate.
For more information and to register for Fab Lab programs, contact the Fab Lab Coordinator, Lance Lacey, at llacey@nvcc.edu or via phone at (703) 530-3504. Also, more information is available at https://www.nvcc.edu/systemic/