Raplab Introduction

Hello! I’m glad you decided to enroll in this course. I’m Alessandro, the head of the Raplab and your course facilitator.

I will be your guide on this journey. Please email me directly at any point if you have questions or concerns. 

We appreciate feedback, so if you notice anything about this course that could help improve your experience, don’t hesitate to mention it.

This course provides a basic overview of Raplab and the essential things you need to know to work in our workshops. By taking this course, you will start your journey of becoming an empowered model and prototype-making person. 

Who is this course for?

This course is designed explicitly for BA, MA, and Ph.D. students, teaching staff, and employees of the Department of Architecture and other Departments at ETH Zurich.

What will I learn?

  1. You will get an overview of the Raplab and its infrastructure
  2. You will get to know how access, permissions, and introductions work
  3. You will be able to find all vital information on our website
  4. You will understand the potential and the limits of the Raplab

How do I complete the course?

It’s simple – carefully read the learning material and take notes to ask us questions if something is unclear.

Estimated time to complete the course: 20-30min

Learning Material

 

  1. Raplab Concept
  2. User Agreement
  3. Raplab Team
  4. Account
  5. Group Raplab Representatives
  6. Access and Priority
  7. Tools and Material
  8. Opening Hours
  9. HIL Wood Workshop
  10. HIL Casting Workshop
  11. HIL Digital Workshop
  12. HIL CNC Workshop
  13. HIL Paint Workshop
  14. ONA Model Workshop
  15. Tool Lending Library
  16. Mobile Photo Studio