The C-SED Lab
About the C-SED Lab
The Center for Socially Engaged Engineering & Design (C-SED) Lab is a collaborative design and project laboratory where students convene to learn, make, and build community. We are committed to maintaining an inclusive space for independent student projects, student teams, and faculty-led courses through the values of C-SED and the process of socially engaged engineering and design.
C-SED LAB FAQ PAGE
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Available Tools
- Woodshop Machinery
- 3D Printing
- Sewing & Embroidery
- Soldering & Electronics
Full list of tools on our FAQ page
C-SED Lab Mission
We aim to facilitate the growth and development of our community of students and faculty by offering tools, training and an open workspace to experiment with and master a wide variety of tools and skills. We are dedicated to promoting the use of prototypes in all stages of the design process and commit to sharing our collective knowledge to promote experimentation. We foster inclusive culture centered around courses, programs, workshops, and open work space to meet the needs and curiosities of Michigan students, faculty, and community partners.
Staff Contact: Charlie Michaels
Questions & General Inquiries? Please direct all emails to c-sed-lab@umich.edu
Interested in stopping by? Check out the C-SED Lab calendar detailing Lab Manager staffed hours (green) and course/event reservations (red).
C-SED Lab Values
Safety
The physical, social, and psychological safety of students working in the lab is our primary focus.
Inclusive Culture
Aim to foster a sense of community and belonging, as well as the development of an inclusive culture where people can support each other.
Experimentation
We believe experimentation and judgement-free ideation are key to developing innovative ideas, growing our collective skills, and that failure and feedback are necessary components of learning.
Education
We believe access to diverse forms of education, including guided learning, self-directed learning, and exploring topics of curiosity promote personal and community growth.
