The Spark, @ UNT Library
Locations:
Email: TheSpark@unt.edu
Podcast: UNT MindSpark
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What You Can Checkout:
Equipment that requires training will have a red asterisk*
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What You Can Use In-Space:
Equipment that requires training will have a red asterisk*
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EINSCAN PRO 3D SCANNER IS CURRENTLY DOWN FOR MAINTENANCE.
UPDATE: Embroidery Machines are now back at Willis & Frisco Landing.
MB4 & MB7 Embroidery Machines are down for maintenance at this time.
The Spark at DP is in its new home! At Discovery Park, the Spark is now located in the B wing inside the main Library room B135! Come see the new space! All DP Library laptops will be checked out from the Spark service desk now as well.
The makerspace accepts donations of materials. The University will send you a receipt for materials donated. There is a large range of resources and materials that can assist the makerspace in continuing to offer workshops, learning engagement events and student project development. In the event you find you have supplies, tools, or resources that you want to give, please consider the makerspace.
This is a list to give an idea, but it is not all inclusive. If you have something you would like to donate please contact us.
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| Willis Library | 940-369-5259 |
| Discovery Park | 940-565-3175 |
| Frisco Landing | 972-668-7457 |
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| Spark Location | Willis | Discovery Park | Frisco |
| Campus Location | Willis Library 150 | Discovery Park B135 | Frisco Landing 150 |
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The Willis location places a strong emphasis on fostering a dynamic learning environment within the heart of the library. |
Discovery Park offers a distinctive feature through its partnership with the Mechanical Engineering department. | The Frisco location of The Spark is the newest location and is designed to support the collaborative and entrepreneurial spirit embodied at UNT Frisco. |
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We are excited to have you come into our spaces to learn and continue to develop new skills, building your resume, and/or enriching your college experiences. The Spark has resources that are circulating (can leave space) and some that are only available for in space use. The Spark Makerspace offers access to a variety of tools and machines that can have inherent risks. So please read carefully the information below to help you get the most out of your time in the space. It is important to understand the makerspace is not a production facility but an educational lab. Our mission is to teach you the skills/equipment to bring your project and/or ideas to life. The team does not do the work, they train individuals to use the resources they need or want to learn. Reminders for when you are ready to visit the space!
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Exercise Compassion
Be kind and understanding when using the space. The makerspace is a safe space for people from all walks of life to learn, tinker and make. Individuals found to be disrespectful of the space, hateful in any form to other users or employees of The Spark, and/or abusive to machines/equipment or others will be evicted from the facility. Use of the makerspace is a privilege that can be revoked.
Deliberate Safety
We value being able to train and then get to use equipment that many may see as dangerous. An important part of using the makerspace is completing proper training and using best practices with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and behavior choices.
Proper training completed
Wear proper PPE
Inspect space and equipment for any safety issues
Leave It How You Want To Meet It
The Spark locations are shared spaces open to all of the UNT community. Removing mess and cleaning up debris helps maintain safety within the space. Make sure to allow time to pick and return tools or accessories that were used. Report any maintenance needs, sweep/use the shop vac to clean up the area, and wipe down the machine/workbench used.
Graciously Reflect and Review
We want to hear about your experience in The Spark! We strive to offer our patrons a fulfilling experience and are always looking for ways to improve. Reach out and tell us the good, bad, and the ugly. We look forward to hearing from you!
UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES, UNT POLICY AND PROCEDURE MEMORANDUM.
RIGHT TO REFUSE SERVICES
The Spark reserves the right to refuse services to any patron who acts irresponsibly by disrupting the use of the facilities or by being disrespectful to other patrons or to a SPARK employee. Any SPARK employee can exercise the right to refuse service when confronted by a patron acting irresponsibly. Irresponsible behavior includes but is not limited to the following:
Rudeness including loud and offensive language.
Unreasonable demands for service.
Being under the influence of controlled substances or alcohol.
Not following proper protocols for use of equipment
Threatening or erratic behavior.
NOTICES OF POLICIES & POLICY VIOLATIONS
According to the Dean of Students, it is not the responsibility of SPARK employees to educate patrons on the policy and procedures. SPARK employees may inform a patron of specific policies or policy violations.
If a patron is found to be abusing a policy or exhibiting disruptive behavior in the facility, a verbal warning will be issued.
After one warning is issued, the patron will be asked to leave the facility.
The patron is expected to leave the facility immediately.
If the patron fails to leave, the police will be called to escort the patron from the facility.
If a patron is found to be participating in illegal behavior or activities, the police will be called immediately.
When an abusive or disruptive pattern is discovered, the patron will be banned from the facilities for the remainder of the semester. Additionally, the patron’s file will be forwarded to the Dean of Students to be added to the student’s permanent record.
Remember that use of the computer lab is a privilege, and privileges can be revoked.
DATES
Approved: 07/04/12
Revised: 01/12/17
LICENSE INFORMATION
This Policy: "24 Student Computing Center @ the Library Disciplinary Action Plan" by UNT Libraries is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
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In The Spark some machines/services/training may expose patron to possible dangers, and therefore all users must go through a general safety and specific equipment training when applicable. A number of machines are available for in-space use only. Although many items in The Spark collection are circulating, there are special loan periods, booking procedures, renewal rules, and fine rates that apply. Makerspace project requests are subject to The Spark’s review/approval process. Spark items can be costly and it is the responsibility of the patron to return items in the same or better condition than they were when checked out. |
Bookable EquipmentEquipment that is only available through booking requests. Items that fall under bookable have the following circulating rules:
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Circulating EquipmentEquipment from The Spark collection that is available through the catalog and available to leave space are circulating items. Items that fall under circulating equipment have the following circulating rules:
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In-Space EquipmentEquipment that is for use within the defined area of the makerspace is considered in-space use. Items that fall under in space have the following circulating rules:
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Service based EquipmentEquipment that is for use within the makerspace and requires a trained Maker at every use is the service based equipment. Items that fall under service based equipment requires a monitored operator appointment and have the following use rules:
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Paid ServicesFull Service 3D printing is a paid service with the following procedure:
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| The Spark @ Willis Llibrary |
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The Spark's founding location is in the Willis Library centrally located on the main UNT Campus in Denton. In 2014 we started out as The Factory and through the growth and development of our space we have grown and rebranded as The Spark. The Spark in Willis Library is located on the first floor on the north wall across from the printers and is the 24hr service desk for the building. The Spark service desk is Willis is the desk that is responsible for the 24hr building operations. The desk is an information hub for services available throughout the Library and includes the makerspace services, collection access for Spark circulating resources, and space/building management services.
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| The Spark @ Discovery Park |
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The Spark @ Discovery Park is our branch location at UNT Denton's Discovery Park Campus and is open to all UNT students, faculty and staff. The Hours of Operation for each Spark group is listed in the Library calendar. Please note the Makerspace has three locations, one in Willis 150 and one in Discovery Park B135, and one in Frisco Landing 150. In order to use any Spark location, a patron must have a signed liability waiver on file. Circulating materials are available from The Spark service desk and a UNT ID is required in order to check out. In space equipment requires training please refer to the Trainings & Workshops page.
Due to the shared space please keep the following in mind:
ResourcesOur Discovery Park location offers many resources to support UNT students. The collection is comprised of in space equipment, as well as kits available for check out. The circulating materials housed in this location are those that have been in higher demand at Discovery Park. However, all Spark circulating items can be transferred to Discovery Park for pick up as needed. |
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The Spark @ Frisco Landing is our second branch location to support our Frisco campuses and is open to all UNT students, faculty, and staff. In this location, The Spark has a service desk that operates the same hours as the building, however, our maker trainings and workshops run during a slightly reduced schedule. All hours are posted on the library's website at Hours of Operation.
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The AV Room 150B at Spark Frisco is a Multi camera studio, with a flexible configuration. Students can book the room after training. The training will include how to use the equipment in the room as well as the Blackmagic cinema cameras. After training a student can book the room with one camera. A group of trained students can book the room and additional BM cinema camera kits. For maximum of a 3-camera recording setup. Booking times are limited at two-hour block during makerspace hours. Some features of the room include a Alienware desktop for streaming and editing recorded video. A 4-camera switch board. That allows a team of student to change camera feed live during the recording. The live feed can be viewed by the two monitors for the switch board operator and the talent. The AV Room is equipped with a desktop condenser mic for recording audio and a 6-foot wooden tabletop to present material. The AV room also has a black backdrop by default but can be swapped for a green screen by request.
Have you been trained on using our A/V room? Are you wanting to book the room? To do so go here
