Technology training sessions
Completing a quick online orientation and in-person training session allows you to use equipment whenever our maker space is open.
On this page:
- New member online orientation
- AI training
- Virtual reality training
- 3D printer training
- Laser cutter training
- Vinyl cutter training
- Sewing machine training
- CNC router training
- Soldering station training
- 5G training
- Internet of Things (IoT) training
- About the Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
New member online orientation
Everyone must complete a quick online orientation before participating in the in-person training sessions. Following in-person equipment training, you are free to use that equipment whenever you like during our maker space open hours!
AI training
Are you using ChatGPT and other AI tools to their full potential? Learn what AI is capable of, how it works, its limitations and how you can put it to best use.
An interactive session in which you will use prompts to create an image in Midjourney, experience how AI learns and touch on some of the ethical concerns.
Venue: Te Ahi Hangarau Technology Hub
Sir Owen G Glenn Building, 12 Grafton Road
Virtual reality training
Come and experience VR for free! VR can replicate the real world or create out-of-this-world experiences. Find out what other innovations it can be used for with this in-person experience.
Venue: Te Ahi Hangarau Technology Hub
Sir Owen G Glenn Building, 12 Grafton Road
3D printer training
Knowing how to use a 3D printer allows you to create models and prototypes quickly and easily. There are multiple 3D printers available for you to use in our maker space once you know how.
Date:
Mon 20 Oct, 11:30am-12pm
Venue: Kura Matahuna Unleash Space
Engineering Building, 20 Symonds Street
Laser cutter training
Using laser technology, learn how to cut out designs or engrave materials such as acrylic and wood. Popular with aspiring jewellery makers, the laser cutter is capable of creating intricate designs.
Date:
Thu 9 Oct, 3:15-3:45pm
Venue: Kura Matahuna Unleash Space
Engineering Building, 20 Symonds Street
Vinyl cutter training
Find out how to create, cut and apply vinyl designs for T-shirts and more.
Date:
Wed 15 Oct, 11:30am-12pm
Wed 22 Oct, 11:30am-12pm
Venue: Kura Matahuna Unleash Space
Engineering Building, 20 Symonds Street
Sewing machine training
In the maker space, there are multiple sewing machines and an overlocker available to use. Come along for a quick introduction to get you started.
Date:
Thu 16 Oct, 12:15pm-12:45pm
Thu 23 Oct, 12:15pm-12:45pm
Venue: Kura Matahuna Unleash Space
Engineering Building, 20 Symonds Street
CNC router training
Learn how to cut and shape 3D objects out of block material.
Date:
Tue 14 Oct, 11:30am-12pm
Tue 21 Oct, 11:30am-12pm
Venue: Kura Matahuna Unleash Space
Engineering Building, 20 Symonds Street
Soldering station training
Learn the technique of soldering to connect componentry and create circuit boards.
Date:
Thu 9 Oct, 4-4:30pm
Thu 16 Oct, 11:30am-12pm
Thu 23 Oct, 11:30am-12pm
Venue: Kura Matahuna Unleash Space
Engineering Building, 20 Symonds Street
5G training
5G is fifth-generation cellular communication technology, revolutionising network latency and bandwidth. You will be provided with an in-person walkthrough of 5G technology including practical demonstrations. The goal is for you to understand what 5G is, how it works and how it compares to other technologies.
Venue: Te Ahi Hangarau Technology Hub
Sir Owen G Glenn Building, 12 Grafton Road
Internet of Things (IoT) training
IoT surrounds us. Come and find out how it works, including a practical experiment.
Venue: Te Ahi Hangarau Technology Hub
Sir Owen G Glenn Building, 12 Grafton Road
About the Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
The Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship provides a world of opportunity to participants so that they can stand-out and create value through innovative careers and start-up creation.
CIE is New Zealand’s leading University entrepreneurship centre, winning 14 international awards since 2020.