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"Equipment usage by reservation only" with the following:

If you're an engineer, inventor, business owner or simply curious, the MCC Prototype Design Lab has the equipment to make your creative vision a reality. Memberships are available to anyone in the community.

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The Prototype Design Lab is an open-access makerspace focused on developing prototypes from initial conceptualization to final fabrication; in other words, it's a place to just make cool stuff. 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC routers, a plasma cutter and a vinyl cutter are among the many types of equipment available for use.

Whether you’re an artist, an engineer, an inventor, a business owner or just simply curious, the Prototype Design Lab can make your creative vision a reality. Technicians are available for assistance.

The Lab is open to the public by registering below, or by calling Central Registration at 531-MCC-2400.

Hours are by appointment only.

Review and Reserve Equipment here

Lab Hours
Tuesday through Thursday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Friday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
The lab is closed on holidays.
Memberships

Monthly Lab Memberships

$25

March 1-29, 2025


Quarterly Lab Memberships

$60

March 1 - May 24, 2025


Semi-Annual Lab Memberships

$100

March 1 - August 27, 2025


Annual Lab Memberships

$200

March 1, 2025 - March 3, 2026

Complete List of Lab Workshop and Membership Offerings

Upcoming Workshops
Class Start Date End Date Day and Times of Class Cost
Lab Fundamentals: Plasma Cutter 3/5/2025 3/5/2025 W from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM 0
Lab Fundamentals: Resin 3D Printer 3/7/2025 3/7/2025 F from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM 0
Lab Fundamentals: Soldering 3/12/2025 3/12/2025 W from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM 0
Lab Fundamentals: UV Printer 3/14/2025 3/14/2025 F from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM 0
Build a Backless Wooden Bench FULL 3/15/2025 3/29/2025 Sa from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM $99
Lab Fundamentals: Cameo 4 Vinyl Cutter 3/19/2025 3/19/2025 W from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM 0
Lab Fundamentals: Welding 3/21/2025 3/21/2025 F from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM 0
*Intro to CAD and Laser Cutting to Build a Wagon Planter (ages 12-14) 3/31/2025 4/1/2025 M and Tu from 9:00 AM to 12 Noon $99
Busy Bee Grandparent's Activity Bag 4/5/2025 4/12/2025 Sa from 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM $49
Adult and Me: Ceramic 3D Printing (ages 12-15) 4/5/2025 4/5/2025 Sa from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM $75
Discover Ceramic 3D Printing 4/12/2025 4/12/2025 Sa from 9:00 AM to 12 Noon $75
*Intro to CAD and Laser Cutting to Build a Wagon Planter (Ages 12-14) 4/14/2025 4/21/2025 M from 9:00 AM to 12 Noon $99
Laser-Engraved Charcuterie Board FULL 4/19/2025 4/19/2025 Sa from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM $75
Seasonal Vertical Welcome Sign 4/26/2025 5/3/2025 Sa from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM $75
*Advanced Ceramic 3D Printing 5/3/2025 5/17/2025 Sa from 9:00 AM to 12 Noon $119
Build a Wooden Scale CanYak or Row Model Boat 5/3/2025 5/17/2025 Sa from 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM $99
Yard and Garden Metal Art 5/3/2025 5/10/2025 Sa from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM $75

Complete List of Lab Workshop and Membership Offerings

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Contact Us

We invite you to check us out in person. Call us at 531-622-2209, 

or email us at prototypelab@mccneb.edu to schedule a lab tour.