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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

April 1 - May 30, 2025


Quarterly Lab Memberships

$60

May 1 - July 30, 2025


Semi-Annual Lab Memberships

$100

May 1 - October 31, 2025


Annual Lab Memberships

$200

April 1, 2025 - April 7, 2026

Complete List of Lab Workshop and Membership Offerings

Upcoming Workshops

Class Start Date End Date Day and Times of Class Cost
Lab Fundamentals: CNC Wood Router 4/25/2025 4/25/2025 F from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM 0
Seasonal Vertical Welcome Sign 4/26/2025 5/3/2025 Sa from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM $75
Lab Fundamentals: Fiber Laser 4/30/2025 4/30/2025 W from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM 0
Lab Fundamentals: Bernina Embroidery Machine 5/2/2025 5/2/2025 F from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM 0
*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 FULL 5/3/2025 5/10/2025 Sa from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM $75
Lab Fundamentals: Glowforge 5/7/2025 5/7/2025 W from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM 0
Lab Fundamentals: Legacy Laser 5/9/2025 5/9/2029 F from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM 0
Lab Fundamentals: Plasma Cutter 5/14/2025 5/14/2025 W from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM 0
Lab Fundamentals: Welding 5/16/2025 5/16/2025 F from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM 0
Lab Fundamentals: Resin 3D Printer 5/21/2025 5/21/2025 W from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM 0
Lab Fundamentals: Soldering 5/23/2025 5/23/2025 F from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM 0
Lab Fundamentals: UV Printer 5/28/2025 5/28/2025 W from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM 0
Lab Fundamentals: Cameo 4 Vinyl Cutter 5/30/2025 5/30/2025 F from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM 0
Make Your Own Gifts and Party Favors 6/5/25 6/5/25 Th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM $45
Printing on Textiles 6/10/25 6/12/25 Tu, W and Th from 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM $80
Lab Fundamentals: Graphtec CE6000 Vinyl Cutter 6/11/25 6/11/25 W from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM 0
Intro to 3D Modeling 6/12/25 6/12/25 Th from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM $45
Lab Fundamentals: 3D Modeling Software 6/13/25 6/13/25 F from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM 0
Lab Fundamentals: 3D Printer 6/18/25 6/18/25 W from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM 0
Intro to Laser Cutting and Engraving 6/19/25 6/19/25 Th from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM $45
Lab Fundamentals: CNC Wood Router 6/20/25 6/20/25 F from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM 0
Lab Fundamentals: Ceramic 3D Printer 6/25/25 6/25/25 W from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM 0
Lab Fundamentals: Fiber Laser 6/27/25 6/27/25 F from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM 0
Lab Fundamentals: Bernina Embroidery Machine 7/2/25 7/2/25 W from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM 0
Lab Fundamentals: Glowforge 7/9/25 7/9/25 W from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM 0
Intro to 3D Printing 7/31/25 7/31/25 Th from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM $45
Intro to Bernina Embroidery 7/10/25 7/10/25 Th from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM $45
Lab Fundamentals: Boss Laser 7/11/25 7/11/25 F from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM 0
Lab Fundamentals: Plasma Cutter 7/16/25 7/16/25 W from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM 0
Intro to Metal Plasma Cutting 7/17/25 7/17/25 Th from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM $45
Lab Fundamentals: Resin 3D Printer 7/18/25 7/18/25 F from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM 0
Lab Fundamentals: Soldering 7/23/25 7/23/25 W from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM 0
Intro to CNC Wood Router 7/24/25 7/24/25 Th from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM $45
Lab Fundamentals: Cameo 4 Vinyl Cutter 7/25/25 7/25/25 F from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM 0
Lab Fundamentals: Welding 7/30/25 7/30/25 W from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM 0
Intro to 3D Printing 7/31/25 7/31/25 Th from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM $45
Lab Fundamentals: UV Printer 8/1/25 8/1/25 F from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM 0

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.