PROTOTYPE DESIGN LAB

OMAHA’S PREMIER INDUSTRIAL MAKER SPACE.

Whether you are an entrepreneur, engineer, designer or inventor, MCC offers an open-access, cutting-edge facility that allows you to visualize, develop and create just about anything you can imagine. Located in the Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology on the Fort Omaha Campus, the Prototype Design Lab is a 9,600-square-foot facility containing a wide variety of fabrication equipment, including a fully stocked wood and metal shop. Technicians are available to help you get started with all aspects of your projects including design, file generation and machine operation. Participants are required to take a short safety course before using equipment, but once completed, they have full access to all software and equipment. Free equipment training is offered to all participants. Open lab hours may vary depending on MCC closures. Currently, the lab is open Tuesday through Thursday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; and Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. The lab is closed on holidays.

*Prototype Design Lab

Available equipment includes 3D printers; laser cutters; plasma cutter; CNC routers; vinyl cutter; 3D scanners; milling, painting and finishing machines; soldering and welding equipment; and a full wood and metal working lab. Material and supplies are an additional charge. Membership dates listed reflect the date ranges of access for the membership purchased and do not represent actual times the lab is open. Fort Omaha Campus, Building 24, 5300 N. 30th St.

One-year membership

Contact Ken Heinze at khheinze@mccneb.edu or 531-MCC-2666 for more information.

PROTOTYPE DESIGN LAB — WORKSHOPS

*Prototype Design Lab Demos

Join the Prototype Design Lab for weekly demonstrations every Wednesday. Starting with a tour of the lab’s facilities, you can enjoy a snack and a live demonstration of one of our prototyping machines. Bonus: each attendee gets a free hand-crafted gift to take home. If you have dietary restrictions, please let us know.

Fort Omaha Campus, Building 24, 5300 N. 30th St.

*Basics of 2D Design for UV Printing

Use your creative skills to make a 2D design that can be printed on many kinds of surfaces. Focusing on the design aspects using CorelDRAW and Roland software, you can print on objects up to 4 inches deep, including glass, golf balls, cell phones and more. Bring the material you want to use for accurate measurements. Cost of supplies is included in the tuition.

Fort Omaha Campus, Building 24, 5300 N. 30th St. WIDX678A SA 04/08

*Basics of 2D Design for Vinyl Printing

$75

Make custom T-shirts, signs, decals, wall art and more on our vinyl cutter. Create personalized designs using CorelDRAW software and the vinyl cutter for placement on smooth or lightly textured objects like painted walls, metallic or wood surfaces. Surfaces can be flat or rounded. Bring material if using more than vinyl on your project. Tuition includes cost of supplies.

Fort Omaha Campus, Building 24, 5300 N. 30th St.

*Build

an Electric Guitar

Create a unique design for a custom-designed guitar. Participants use a CNC Shopbot and various electric tools to design the body, add paints, stains or lacquer and attach the various guitar parts with attention to tool safety. There is an additional $90 supply fee to be paid upon registration.

24, 5300 N. 30th St.

$125

*Inventing 101

Have a great idea for an invention? In this highly interactive crash course, we will cover securing intellectual property, prototyping for manufacturing, routes to market, packaging and promotional material creation. Tuition includes supplies.

Fort Omaha Campus, Building 24, 5300 N. 30th St.

*Inventing 102 – Molds and Casting

$45

Learn the ins and outs of mold making, including how to safely use silicone, urethane, plastic, foam and other materials. You will then construct a mold, learning how to manage undercuts, registration, venting, coloration, hinges and anything else pertaining to your custom project. Bring a $150 supply fee to class.

Fort Omaha Campus, Building 24, 5300 N. 30th St.

WIDX661 TH 04/06-04/20 5:00PM-7:00PM $69

*Make a Family Theme Board Game

Bring up to four members of your family to work together to make a customized board game. Equipment used for this project includes the UV printer, 3D printer, laser printer and a variety of other tools. There is an additional cost for materials. Only one family member needs to register.

Fort Omaha Campus, Building 24, 5300 N. 30th St.

WIDX631A SA 05/06-05/13 10:00AM-NOON $60

*Wide World of Robotics

Are you a fan of BattleBots and all things sci-fi? Use VEX Robotics Systems and 3D printers to design and build robots. Students will program robots to compete in epic challenges using RoboC, a block-based visual programming language. Some basic knowledge of C is helpful but not required. Most programing will be done with Scratch. Cost of materials is included in tuition.

Fort Omaha Campus, Building 24, 5300 N. 30th St.

WIDX658A SA 05/20-06/10 1:00PM-3:00PM $189

*Yard and Garden Metal Art

Today’s artists are using plasma cutters for DIY projects and creating their own works of art by using a plasma torch to cut metal pieces. Once the design is cut, participants can weld stakes or fasteners to their art for display in the yard. A work piece is completed by placing it in a powder coating that will provide a high-quality, durable finish. Cost of materials is included in tuition.

Fort Omaha Campus, Building 24, 5300 N. 30th St. WIDX677A SA 04/15-04/22

3D Printing: Magic of Fabric

SCIENCE ON A SPHERE A WHOLE NEW WAY TO EXPLORE.

New and Theoretical Technology for Space Travel

Learn all about the new technology being developed for quicker space travel. Learn about ion drives, EM drives and warp drives in space.

$65

Learn how to make your own custom fabrics for fun or fashion. You can make up to 14-inch squares of fabric that can be stitched together.

Fort Omaha Campus, Building 24, 5300 N. 30th St. ARTC934A TH 04/06

Crafts for your Pet

$69

Join us for National Pet Day and create personalized gifts for your pet such as custom photo engraving/printing on bandanas and pet tags. Supplies are included.

Fort Omaha Campus, Building 24, 5300 N. 30th St. ARTC935A T 04/11

Powder Coat Jewelry

$55

Electrostatic enamel plasma/laser-cut metals. They would make beautiful and unique Mother’s/Father’s Day gifts.

Fort Omaha Campus, Building 24, 5300 N. 30th St. ARTC936A SA 05/06 9:00AM-NOON $79

Photo Laser Engraving on Wood

Engrave your favorite photo(s) in wood with our laser cutters. Preserve your memories forever in a one-of-a-kind piece of art.

Fort Omaha Campus, Building 24, 5300 N. 30th St. ARTC937A T 05/02 5:30PM-8:00PM $55

Laser Engraved Cutting Board

Engrave a special recipe, family name or design on a wooden cutting board. All materials are included.

Fort Omaha Campus, Building 24, 5300 N. 30th St. ARTC938A SA 05/13 1:00PM-4:00PM $75

Discover Ceramic 3D Printing

Did you know you can 3D print in clay? Now you can print your own vase, bowl or planter or create your own one-of-a-kind sculpture.

Fort Omaha Campus, Building 24, 5300 N. 30th St. ARTC940A TH 05/18 5:00PM-8:00PM $75

Parent & Me: Custom Wooden/Acrylic Puzzle

Bring your parent to class for free and make a custom acrylic/wooden puzzle. Lasers cutters will be used to engrave and cut out your puzzle. These can be photos, theme-inspired, cartoon characters, hobbies or just beautiful abstract designs. Enjoy this creative time together. Registration is for two people — one child per adult. Only one person should register.

Fort Omaha Campus, Building 24, 5300 N. 30th St. ARTC942A SA 05/20 9:00AM-NOON $75

Space History: Current and Future Plans

What are mankind’s current plans for space? In this class, we will dive into our country’s current and future plans for space.

SPECIAL INTERESTS EXPLORE NEW POSSIBILITIES.

The History of Nebraska Aviation and Aircraft Development Nebraska is famous for aviation. In this class you will learn the history of aviation in Nebraska and how we changed the aviation industry.

For questions about the Prototype Design Lab classes and workshops, contact the Workforce Innovation Division at corporatetraining@mccneb.edu.

SPORTS AND SELF-DEFENSE GET INTO THE GAME.

Real World Self-Defense

Tired of feeling insecure? Gain the confidence and courage you’ve always wanted with this course. Learn real-world self-defense techniques and strategies from a martial arts black belt and former regional champion. Sign up now and unlock the tiger and dragon within you.

Sarpy Center, 9110 Giles Rd., La Vista, NE SPRT064A SA 03/25-04/29 10:00AM-11:45AM $69

SUSTAINABILITY CONSERVE THE GOODS.

Composting for Beginners

Learn how to transform organic matter from your home and yard into usable compost to add to your garden or soil mix.

Yates Community Center, 3260 Davenport St.

SUST027A TH 04/20

Introduction to Sustainability

Wellness

Self-Care In Action: Physical Health

After learning the basics in “Self-Care Saturdays,” deepen your knowledge with a focus on the physical: exercise, nutrition and sleep hygiene.

6:00PM-8:30PM $49

Gain knowledge and key concepts of the pillars of sustainability, what it means and how we should start to develop sustainability in our lives. Develop an action plan to live an environmentally conscious lifestyle.

Yates Community Center, 3260 Davenport St.

SUST028A M 04/24 6:00PM-8:00PM $49

Sources and Sinks of Greenhouse Gas Exchange in Nebraska

Learn about the sources and sinks of greenhouse gases globally and specifically within Nebraska.

MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor)

SCIE045A W 04/26 5:30PM-8:30PM $49

MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor)

WELL282A SA 05/06

Self-Care In Action: Mental Health

TEXTILES QUALITY NEVER GOES OUT OF STYLE.

Amish Embroidery

Explore this traditional embroidery style. Learn to read a pattern and be well on your way to finishing a design on gingham fabric. Bring a $10 supply fee.

Sarpy Center, 9110 Giles Rd., La Vista, NE

SEWI103A SA 04/15-04/22

Modern Embroidery

10:00AM-NOON $59

Discover the fundamentals of embroidery and master the skills to take home a one-of-a-kind piece of your own. We will be working with a number of modern patterns, colors and techniques. Supplies are provided in class.

Sarpy Center, 9110 Giles Rd., La Vista, NE

SEWI104A SA 04/22

*Creative Pattern Design

9:30AM-12:30PM $59

With Omaha’s very own high-end fashion designer, Denise Ervin, discover how to use your sewing knowledge to alter commercial patterns and take a pattern from an existing garment. Bring a $50 supply fee. Students are to supply fabric specified by the instructor before class.

Sarpy Center, 9110 Giles Rd., La Vista, NE

SEWI105A SA 04/22-05/20

Tapestry Weaving

9:30AM-NOON $199

Discover how to make your own wall tapestry using special weaving techniques and knots. Take home a sample piece and create your own piece as well.

MCC Makerspace, 1141 N. 11th St.

SEWI106A TH 05/18

9:00AM-11:00AM $35

Focus on the emotional side of self-care by digging into meditation and coping skills.

MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor)

WELL285A SA 06/03 9:00AM-11:00AM $35

Yoga Basics

This six-week series will leave you with a basic understanding of yoga. Please bring a mat and notebook to all classes.

Fremont Area Center, 835 N. Broad St., Fremont, NE

WELL287A SA 03/18-04/22 9:00AM-10:30AM $75

Manifesting Your Best Life

In this class you will do a life review, participate in some self-discovery, learn the importance of journaling and refocus your daily activities. Bring a bagged lunch to enjoy during the class.

Elkhorn Valley Campus, 829 N. 204th St., Elkhorn, NE

WELL302A SA 04/15 10:00AM-2:00PM $49

Blair Public Library, 2233 Civic Dr., Blair, NE

WELL302B SA 05/13 10:00AM-2:00PM $49

Body Positivity: Health and Wellness

You will learn to look at health, fitness and rest with a new perspective. This course will help you feel empowered, more capable and never feel like you need to diet again.

MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor)

WELL303A W 04/05-04/26 7:00PM-8:00PM $49

Mindset Wellness

Learn simple, effective and powerful shifts that will allow you to be more open to joy, inner peace and success in various areas of life.

Sarpy Center, 9110 Giles Rd., La Vista, NE

WELL304A W 05/03-05/17 7:00PM-9:00PM $39

Yates Community Center, 3260 Davenport St.

WELL304B SA 06/03 9:00AM-NOON $39

Natural Healing with Gemstones and Crystals

We will discover some of the modern techniques of healing with gemstones and crystals. We will explore our chakras, reiki, color and sound therapy.

Elkhorn Valley Campus, 829 N. 204th St., Elkhorn, NE

WELL306A SA 04/29 9:00AM-NOON $39

Blair Public Library, 2233 Civic Dr., Blair, NE

WELL306B SA 05/20 9:00AM-NOON $39

Herbs and Holistic Health: Ailments, Herbs and Applications

We will learn about different herbs and their applications as well as ailments they’re used for, such as anxiety, arthritis or better sleep.

MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor)

WELL308A W 04/12 9:00AM-NOON $39

Elkhorn Valley Campus, 20033 Elkhorn Ridge Dr., Elkhorn, NE

WELL308B SA 04/22 9:00AM-NOON $39

Manifesting Through the Law of Attraction

We will be scripting and planning a one-month manifestation through the moon cycles, starting on a new moon and following through to the next new moon.

MCC North Express, 2112 N. 30th St. (third floor)

WELL311A W 05/31 6:00PM-9:00PM $39