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Facilities Handbook
2020
Table of Contents
GENERAL INFORMATION .................................................................................................................................. 1
HOURS OF OPERATION .................................................................................................................................................... 1
FACILITIES AND IT STAFF .................................................................................................................................................. 2
FACILITIES USE: GENERAL GUIDELINES .............................................................................................................. 3
STUDENT CONDUCT ........................................................................................................................................................ 3
FACILITIES ACCESS AND SECURITY ...................................................................................................................................... 3
Student Access ....................................................................................................................................................... 3
Guests .................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Safety ..................................................................................................................................................................... 4
FOOD AND PERSONAL PROPERTY ....................................................................................................................................... 5
Food and Beverages .............................................................................................................................................. 5
Skateboards, Bikes, Scooters, etc. ......................................................................................................................... 5
Lost and Found ...................................................................................................................................................... 5
MAINTAINING A CLEAN ENVIRONMENT............................................................................................................................... 5
Common Areas and Classrooms ............................................................................................................................ 5
SUSTAINABILITY .............................................................................................................................................................. 6
FACILITIES USE: SPECIFICS ................................................................................................................................. 7
PRINTING, COPYING, SCANNING AND LASER CUTTING ........................................................................................................... 7
Xerox Printing and Scanning ................................................................................................................................. 7
3D Printing and Scanning ...................................................................................................................................... 7
Laser Cutting and Engraving ................................................................................................................................. 8
Laser and Print Rooms ........................................................................................................................................... 8
IOVINE AND YOUNG HALL ................................................................................................................................ 9
CLASSROOMS ................................................................................................................................................................. 9
Use Guidelines ....................................................................................................................................................... 9
COHORT STUDIOS ........................................................................................................................................................... 9
Use Guidelines ....................................................................................................................................................... 9
Storage Cages ........................................................................................................................................................ 9
MIXED REALITY STUDIO ................................................................................................................................................. 10
PODCAST STUDIO.......................................................................................................................................................... 10
STUDENT CONFERENCE FACILITIES.................................................................................................................................... 10
Ideation Rooms.................................................................................................................................................... 10
Huddle Rooms...................................................................................................................................................... 10
THE “HUB” OUTDOOR DECK .......................................................................................................................................... 11
CREATOR STUDIO.......................................................................................................................................................... 11
Gaining Access to IYH Creator Studio Machines and Equipment ........................................................................ 11
General Requirements ......................................................................................................................................... 11
Personal Safety and Protective Equipment ......................................................................................................... 12
Iovine and Young Academy Facilities Handbook
Compressed Air .................................................................................................................................................... 12
Hand Tools ........................................................................................................................................................... 13
Painting, Spraying, Sculpting, Plastering, etc. ..................................................................................................... 13
Creator Studio Machinery and Equipment: What’s Available and How to Use It ............................................... 14
CREATOR STUDIO EQUIPMENT LOAN GUIDELINES ............................................................................................................... 14
CREATOR STUDIO EQUIPMENT BREAKDOWN BY ROOM ....................................................................................................... 16
MATERIALS FOR PURCHASE ............................................................................................................................................ 17
THE GARAGE INCUBATOR AND WORKSHOP (SKS 404) ..................................................................................... 18
Garage Kitchen .................................................................................................................................................... 18
Garage Storage ................................................................................................................................................... 18
Garage Fabrication Room ................................................................................................................................... 18
Garage Workshop................................................................................................................................................ 18
Garage Print Area ................................................................................................................................................ 19
Garage Conference Room ................................................................................................................................... 19
LIST OF GARAGE EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE FOR CHECKOUT ..................................................................................................... 19
APPENDIX A: EQUIPMENT GLOSSARY.............................................................................................................. 20
APPENDIX B: FORMS ...................................................................................................................................... 41
IOVINE AND YOUNG HALL EQUIPMENT LOAN AGREEMENT ................................................................................................... 42
ACADEMY FACILITIES HANDBOOK ACKNOWLEDGMENT FORM ............................................................................................... 43
Iovine and Young Academy Facilities Handbook
General Information
Hours of Operation
IOVINE AND YOUNG HALL Hours Contact
Iovine and Young Hall Public Access: iya.helpdesk@usc.edu
3780 Watt Way Mon – Fri: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Los Angeles, CA 90089-3571
With authorized student ID:
Mon – Fri: 8:00 am – 10:00 pm
Sat – Sun: 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
Creator Studio Mon – Fri: 8:00 am – 10:00 pm
(requires authorized student ID) Sat – Sun: 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
Podcast Studio Mon – Fri: 10:00 am – 6:30 pm
(requires authorized student ID and scheduled
appointment with studio tech or authorized faculty)
Mixed Reality Studio Mon – Fri: 10:00 am – 6:30 pm
(requires authorized student ID and scheduled
appointment with studio tech or authorized faculty)
“Hub” Outdoor Deck Mon – Fri: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
IT Department Mon – Fri: 8:30 am – 6:30 pm
THE GARAGE INCUBATOR Hours Contact
USC University Park Campus Academy Seniors and Graduate iya.helpdesk@usc.edu
Steven and Kathryn Sample Hall (SKS) Students:
Room 404 Mon – Fri: 8:00 am – 12:00 am
Los Angeles, CA 90089 Sat – Sun: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Academy Freshmen,
Sophomores and Juniors:
Tu, Th, Fri: 8:00 am – 12:00 am
Sat – Sun: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
IYA FACULTY WING Hours Contact
Hazel and Stanley Hall (HSH) Mon – Fri: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Jessica Hernaiz
851 Downey Way Program Coordinator
Los Angeles, CA 90089-1058 hernaiz@usc.edu
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Facilities and IT Staff
FACILITIES INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Jacob Patapoff Derek Williams
Makerspace Manager IT Supervisor
Email: patapoff@usc.edu Email: derek.williams@usc.edu
Tel: (213) 821-6917 Tel: (213) 821-6136
Tucker Rae-Grant Cris Argueta
SKS Garage Tech IT Specialist
Digital Fabrication Lab Specialist Email: crisargu@usc.edu
Email: raegrant@usc.edu Tel: (213) 821-1668
Tel: (213) 740-2048
Jorge Gonzales
Facilities Technician IYA HELP DESK
Email: Gonz917@usc.edu iya.helpdesk@usc.edu
Tel: (213) 821-6917
Iovine and Young Academy Facilities Handbook 2
Facilities Use: General Guidelines
All Academy students are expected to respect the staff, faculty and student workers supporting their
learning environment. Students found in violation of any procedures, hours of operation or guidelines
provided herein will be subject to disciplinary action.
Iovine and Young Hall (IYH) Creator Studio and the Garage Incubator (SKS 404) are shared learning
spaces. These guidelines have been developed in order to better sustain an environment of respect for
each other, and for learning and making processes.
Student Conduct
• The USC Student Conduct Code applies at all times throughout all Academy facilities.
• Be mindful that every student is a representative of the USC Jimmy Iovine and Andre Young
Academy.
• Academy faculty and staff are here to educate, assist, and ensure safety. Abusive language or
behavior toward, or treatment of, any staff – including student workers – will not be tolerated
and will result in referral to Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards (SJACS) for
disciplinary action.
Facilities Access and Security
Student Access
• A valid USC Student ID that has also been authorized by the Iovine and Young Academy is
required to access IYH Creator, Mixed Reality, and Podcast Studios; cohort studios, classrooms,
and student conference rooms; as well as the Academy Garage located in Steven and Katherine
Sample Hall (SKS).
• No students are allowed in IYH 2nd floor classrooms except during scheduled class times.
Students using empty classrooms for meetings or other purposes will be asked to leave.
Guests
• Guests are permitted into IYH 1st floor cohort workshops and 2nd floor meeting spaces for
approved project requirements only, and never during class or other scheduled sessions.
• Guests are not permitted in IYH’s Creator Studio, 2nd floor classrooms; or the Garage Conference
Room (located in SKS) without written approval from the instructor of record or the Makerspace
Manager. You are responsible for the actions of anyone you invite into Academy facilities.
• Guests are never allowed to use Academy systems or equipment. All equipment checked out by
an Academy student must remain in that student’s possession at all times. All meeting room or
classroom equipment must be operated by Academy students only. Once again, you are
responsible for the actions of anyone you invite into Academy facilities.
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Facilities Use for Extra-Curricular Projects
The Academy’s facilities and equipment are intended to be used in both course- and career-related
projects. Facilities and equipment are prioritized for course-related projects. However, students may
request to use equipment for non-course or career-related projects if the following conditions are met:
• Use of the facilities and equipment is for small-scale prototyping only.
• Use is not for large-scale or mass production of objects for personal gain, including for-profit or
non-profit activities.
• Students are not producing items to sell for themselves, student organizations or events, or
other purposes.
• Students are not using equipment to fulfill commissions or paid services. Mass production of any
objects is expressly prohibited.
• The project does not interfere with other course-related projects or inconvenience the Academy
staff and faculty. Course-related projects will always have priority when access is an issue.
Permission forms can be obtained from IYH Creator Studio staff. Forms must be signed by a full-time
Academy faculty member and must include the faculty member’s agreement to mentor the project.
Signed forms should be submitted to Jacob Patapoff in IYH 104 prior to beginning work on the project.
Safety
• Under no circumstances shall anyone compromise the security of any Academy space. This
includes propping of doors, which is expressly forbidden by USC safety protocols.
• Do not permit entry of anyone you do not know into classrooms, conference rooms, or limited-
use outdoor spaces, including the SKS balcony. Refer requests for access to Academy staff.
• Be aware of your surroundings when going home late.
• Campus Cruisers are available in the evenings to drive you back home.
• Personal Belongings:
o Do not leave laptops and other valuables unattended. Keep personal items with you at
all times (e.g. laptop, cell phone, chargers, wallets, purses, backpacks, notebooks, etc.).
o The lobby, public assembly, and outdoor and deck spaces associated with Iovine and
Young Hall are public spaces and are open to general USC and non-USC traffic. The
Academy also receives visitors and guests on an ongoing basis, so please be extra careful
with your belongings.
o Be aware at all times. The Academy is not liable for lost or stolen items.
• Contact DPS immediately at the number below if you need medical attention, or if you see
anything or anyone suspicious.
DPS Emergency Line
213-740-4321
Campus Cruiser
213-740-4911
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Food and Personal Property
Food and Beverages
Individual student food is not allowed in Academy classrooms, studios, labs, or student conference
rooms (Ideation Rooms, Huddle Rooms). Exceptions may be made for classes that meet between 12 pm
and 2 pm or later, and will be accommodated by a faculty request to Academy Facilities. Water, coffee
and tea is allowed in all Academy spaces, excluding the IYH Mixed Reality and Podcast Studios. Students
may have food in the Garage Kitchen area (but not at the digital work stations), IYH 1st Floor Cohort
Studios, IYH Lobby, and IYH “Hub” Outdoor Deck.
Skateboards, Bikes, Scooters, etc.
All skateboards, bikes, motorized or personal transportation devices (PTDs) must be in designated racks
on the north and east sides of IYH, and outside the SKS Garage. PTDs are not allowed inside Academy
facilities at any time.
Any personal transportation devices found inside Academy facilities are subject to immediate
removal.
Lost and Found
The Lost and Found is located in IYH Creator Studio. Found items should be taken to the Creator Studio
and deposited with a staff member in the Equipment Cage at the northeast corner of the main shop.
Maintaining a Clean Environment
A clean workspace shows respect to those with whom it is shared. Please be aware of the spaces you
use: keep them tidy, throw your trash away immediately, and be mindful of others.
• Take pride in your space. Respect it and keep it looking presentable.
• Pick up after yourself. Keep your belongings with you and throw your trash away.
Common Areas and Classrooms
• Keep desks clean and neatly aligned after use.
• Return supplies and equipment to their proper locations after use.
• Return chairs/tables to their proper locations/setup after use.
• Please respect others by using headphones for music or other audio.
• Turn off Media Pods when not in use and push cables back into the receptacle.
• Whiteboard content should be photographed and erased after use. Whiteboards are regularly
cleaned by staff, and without notice.
• Do not store group project materials in common area spaces. Store materials in assigned
locker/cabinet spaces only.
• Large projects in progress requiring storage outside of the lockers are acceptable, but students
must receive written permission from the Academy Facilities Manager for temporary storage.
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o Requests can be submitted to iya.helpdesk@usc.edu.
o Projects left for approved storage in common areas must be labeled with your name
and contact info. All mess and trash resulting from projects should be cleaned up and
thrown out immediately.
o Please store your projects as prescribed by facilities staff and in a compact way when
not being worked on so as to avoid inhibiting others from using the space.
• Projects and materials not adhering to the guidelines above may be subject to removal.
• The posting of flyers or newsletters on building walls, doors or windows is prohibited per USC
policy.
Sustainability
Consider the environment before producing anything. Please look for ways to practice sustainable
principles in your daily actions (e.g., design for maximum use of materials panels, use scraps whenever
possible, measure twice/cut once, and as always, turn off lights and A/V when no longer using a room).
Use re-usable beverage and food containers whenever possible, and take advantage of building water
fountains and bottle filling stations.
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Facilities Use: Specifics
Printing, Copying, Scanning and Laser Cutting
A valid USCard account is required for copying, scanning and 2D/3D printing. Please see USCard Services
for questions about loading money into your account.
Xerox Printing and Scanning
Paper printing is available via the Garage (SKS 404) and IYH Creator Studio Xerox machines. The iMac
workstations are connected to the Xerox machines. To print, first select Xerox B/W or Xerox Color; send
the document to the printer; and go to the print release station to release the document. Please be
aware that different charges apply based on printer chosen.
Wireless printing via LabPrint:
Step 1: Go to labprint.usc.edu.
Step 2: Select the correct printer under USC Jimmy Iovine and Andre Young Academy.
Step 3: You pay when you print. Once you have sent the document, go to the printer location
and follow the simple instructions to release the document for printing.
Xerox Pricing:
Single-Sided Double-Sided
Black & White 12¢ per sheet 17¢ per sheet
Color 50¢ per sheet 70¢ per sheet
Paper scanning is also available on the Xerox machines. Follow instructions on screen to send the scan to
your email address. You may also use the Epson scanner connected to an iMac in SKS 404B. Use the
“Image Capture” application to scan.
3D Printing and Scanning
MakerBot and Prusa 3D Printers in the Garage and IYH are available for use on a “first come, first
served” basis. No student is allowed to use more than one 3D printer at one time without permission
from the Makerspace Manager or Lab Specialist. 3D Printing on the ProJet 660 and StrataSys F170 MUST
be set up by a lab technician.
3D scanning is available via the desktop scanner in the Garage, and the Artec EVA in the IYH Creator
Studio.
• Printing on the MakerBot is free with your own MakerBot filament. Academy-provided filament
for the MakerBot is charged at 0.05¢ per gram.
• Printing on the Prusa is free with your own filament. Academy-provided filament Prusa is
charged at 0.02¢ per gram.
Iovine and Young Academy Facilities Handbook 7• 3D scanning is free of charge.
• Students MUST be present for the set up and completion of 3D print and scanning jobs.
Students not present for set up will not have jobs run. Students not present for the completion
of the job run risk having their project removed. The Academy does not guarantee the safety or
security of projects left in the 3D printers or scanners.
• See the Makerspace Manager or Lab Specialist for more details.
Laser Cutting and Engraving
The laser cutters and engravers in the Garage Fabrication Lab and IYH Creator Studio can only be
operated by Academy staff, faculty, or a trained work study student due to the high danger of fire with
laser-enabled machines. To use the laser cutter, please schedule time with the Lab Specialist or the
Makerspace Manager. Unauthorized use of laser cutters will result in disciplinary action.
• There is no cost associated with using the laser cutter, but there are limitations on the materials
that are allowed to be used.
• Students must provide their own material.
• Material is also available to purchase at the Iovine and Young Hall Creator Studio.
• Students MUST be present for the set up and duration of laser use. Students not present in the
room will not have their jobs run.
• Make sure your material is laser friendly. Material such as vinyl, PTFE, leather, carbon fiber, etc.
will NOT be allowed on our machines. No exceptions.
• See the Makerspace Manager or Lab Specialist for more details.
Laser and Print Rooms
• Clean up after your prints.
• Write your name on a Post-it note and place it on the 3D printer you are using to print.
• DO NOT use counter tops as cutting surfaces – go to the Garage Workshop table or IYH Creator
Studio Assembly Area.
• Post processing of 3D prints must be completed in the Garage Workshop or IYH Creator Studio
Finishing Room. No paint or liquid finishes are allowed in the Garage, and must be applied in the
IYH Finishing Room only.
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Classrooms
Use Guidelines
• IYH 2nd Floor Classrooms are restricted for scheduled class use only. Students may not access the
classrooms outside of class time for meetings, project preparation, or other activities. Students
wishing to schedule a classroom for a specific need involving a larger working group may
request access through iya.helpdesk@usc.edu. Note that in most cases, access will be granted
for class-related projects only. Include in your request the following information:
o Purpose
o Number of people
o Time and date requested
• Food is not allowed at any time in IYH Classrooms. For exceptions, see Food and Personal
Property guidelines above.
Cohort Studios
Use Guidelines
• IYH Cohort studios are assigned annually to cohorts as a group.
• Students may use their assigned studio at any time during normal building hours, excluding
during scheduled class times.
• Students may work on projects at their discretion, excluding painting or any type of sprayed or
applied finish work. All finish work must take place in the IYH Creator Studio Finishing Room
only.
• Food and beverages are allowed in Cohort Studios only (not in regular classrooms), but students
must be responsible for cleaning up all food- or work-related messes. Failure to keep the studios
clean and picked up may result in loss of access or privileges. Food items left in the studios,
including as part of a project or event, may be thrown away at the discretion of the staff.
• Cohort Studios will be cleared of all materials, debris, and other items at 5pm on the last day of
finals each semester. Students wishing to retain any items must remove them by this date/time
or they will be disposed of.
Storage Cages
• Cages in cohort studios are assigned to each student alphabetically. Students are required to
purchase a lock independently.
• Keep your cage locked and do not store valuables inside.
• There should be no expectation of privacy – cages can be inspected at any time.
• Please be sure to remove all locks at the end of the year. Remaining locks will be cut off.
Iovine and Young Academy Facilities Handbook 9Mixed Reality Studio
• The Mixed Reality Studio, which contains facilities for Motion Capture, Photo, Video, and Audio,
is available on select days and times to students who have completed the required Academy
training. Training is offered to Academy majors and minors, as well as students enrolled in
relevant classes, each semester.
• Equipment for use in the Studio is available for check-out by authorized users in the IYH Creator
Studio Equipment Cage.
• Food and beverages are not allowed in the MR Studio at any time, no exceptions.
Podcast Studio
• The Podcast Studio is available on select days and times to students who have completed the
required Academy training. Training is offered to Academy majors and minors, as well as
students enrolled in relevant classes, each semester.
• Food and beverages are not allowed in the Podcast Studio at any time, no exceptions.
Student Conference Facilities
Ideation Rooms
• Students currently enrolled in Academy classes are free to book the second-floor conference
rooms independently for same-day use and for a maximum of two hours by registering with the
student workers at the IYH 2nd Floor Reception Desk (note that a valid ID will be required, and
checked against current enrollments).
• Academy majors and minors wishing to make reservations in advance of the same day may do
so at the Reception Desk or by emailing iya.helpdesk@usc.edu for access. Reservations may be
made up to five (5) days in advance of the desired meeting time.
• Students may obtain dry erase supplies from the IYH Mailroom attendant or from the Reception
Desk team.
• Please note that food is not allowed in these rooms at any time. Water, coffee and tea is
allowed.
Huddle Rooms
• Huddle rooms are available to students enrolled in Academy classes at any time without
reservations.
• In order to assist with fair and equitable use by all students, these rooms may be occupied for a
maximum of one hour. Please see the Reception Desk team for access and assistance with
managing room usage.
• Dry erase supplies may be obtained from the IYH Mailroom attendant or from the Reception
Desk team.
Iovine and Young Academy Facilities Handbook 10• Please note that food is not allowed in these rooms at any time. Water, coffee and tea is
allowed.
The “Hub” Outdoor Deck
The “Hub” Outdoor Deck is available for use during IYH public access hours.
This excludes game days or other special events which may provide additional access. Students are
responsible to clean up all trash and to replace any furniture moved from its original location.
Creator Studio
(Note that violation of any of the following policies may result in the loss of Creator Studio privileges.)
Gaining Access to IYH Creator Studio Machines and Equipment
Academy majors and minors, or non-majors/minors enrolled in Academy classes that require use of the
machinery will have access to the Creator Studio once the Academy-required safety and machine use
training is completed.
Non-majors who do not have access through Academy courses may purchase a semester-based
subscription to use the Creator Studio at https://www.uscbookstore.com/usciyasoftware.
General Requirements
• No one is to work in the Creator Studio alone. Academy staff or authorized work study students
must be present when students are working.
• Students must conduct themselves in a safe manner at all times.
• No roughhousing or unsafe play.
• Request help to lift heavy objects.
• Never operate any machinery when tired.
• Never bring anyone into the shop that is not authorized and has not completed the Academy
training.
• Care must be taken to see that all lumber is free from nails, sand, paint, or loose knots before
machining.
• Food is not permitted. Water, coffee and tea in spill-proof containers are allowed.
• Cell phones and other personal electronic devices must not be used when working at any
machine.
• Aisles, exits, and access to emergency equipment must be kept clear at all times.
• All materials and supplies must be provided by the user or purchased from the Academy.
• Electrical tools and equipment must be unplugged immediately after use.
• ONLY use tools for their intended purpose.
• Return/check-in tools and equipment to the Equipment Cage or proper bin/drawer/wall/cabinet
after use.
Iovine and Young Academy Facilities Handbook 11• Keep group project materials neatly contained in appropriate storage spaces (e.g. cardboard,
plastic, etc.).
• Do not remove any tools from the shop.
Personal Safety and Protective Equipment
• Everyone has an equal responsibility for safety. Anyone who finds a dangerous condition in the
shop must notify the Makerspace Manager immediately. All injuries must be reported to the
Makerspace Manager at once no matter how minor the injury may be. Get first aid immediately
for any injury.
• All individuals in the shop areas must wear eye protection.
• Gloves shall not be worn while operating machinery with rotating or reciprocating parts. This is
because such machines and parts can catch on the glove and pull the user's hand towards
dangerous moving parts. Gloves may be worn while loading and unloading parts and tooling.
• Wearing headphones or other devices that interferes with hearing is not allowed.
• Open-toed shoes are not permitted in the shop.
• No loose-fitting clothing or loose hair may be worn while operating machines.
• Remove all jewelry (e.g. rings, necklaces, bracelets, and watches), neckties, or other apparel that
may become caught in machinery.
• Before turning on any machine note the location of all power supply switches in case you need
to shut down the machine quickly. Do not try to stop the machine with your hands or body.
• All equipment safety guards must be kept in their proper position while machines are being
operated.
• Do not leave equipment unattended while it is running.
• The floor around any machine must be clear of all liquids, sawdust, and wood scraps before
beginning work.
• Use proper dust collection when using the equipment.
• Cutting mats must be used whenever cutting. Keep cutting mats clean and flat.
• Keep fingers away from moving machine parts. Never reach over dangerous moving parts or
lean over the work so that hair or clothing can become entangled in rotating parts.
• Use brushes, vacuum equipment, or special tools to remove chips and shavings from near a
cutting tool. Never use hands or rags that can be caught by moving parts.
• Stop the machine when it is necessary to clean or adjust the equipment.
Push sticks shall be used where appropriate (i.e. stripping, cutting small parts, etc.)
Compressed Air
• Use of compressed air for cleaning purposes, referred to as "blow-down or blow-off", is
discouraged where alternative means are feasible. Specifically cleaning with compressed air can
disperse dust into the air where it can be inhaled and can propel projectiles that have the
potential to penetrate the skin or eyes. For these reasons, cleaning with compressed air should
only be conducted when other methods, such as vacuuming and brushing, are impractical or
ineffective. Additionally, use of compressed air for cleaning is expressly prohibited for specific
Iovine and Young Academy Facilities Handbook 12toxic substances. If in doubt as to the appropriateness or necessity for cleaning with compressed
air, check with your shop supervisor or USC Environmental Health and Safety at
https://ehs.usc.edu/.
• Compressed air used for cleaning purposes shall be less than 30 psi (pounds per square inch) at
the nozzle and effective chip guarding and personal protective equipment are required.
• Compressed air shall not be used for cleaning clothing while on a person, nor for cleaning a
person.
Hand Tools
• Use the approved tool for the job (e.g. do not use a screwdriver as a chisel)
• Use only tools in good condition and free from broken or splintered parts.
• When working with hand tools, always secure the work in a mechanical vise or with clamps.
Never use your hands in place of such equipment.
Painting, Spraying, Sculpting, Plastering, etc.
• Painting may be done in the spray-booth in the IYH finishing room. Please line the interior
horizontal AND vertical surfaces with butcher paper before use.
• Small-scale brush painting may be done in the Creator Studio facility provided that a water-
based acrylic, water-based latex paint, or water-based stain is used, and the work surface is
thoroughly covered and protected with waterproof paper.
• All brushes should be washed thoroughly in the utility sink located in the workshop area.
Brushes may be cleaned, however, do not dump excess paint down the sink.
• Do not put any wax, clay, plaster, concrete, toxic materials, etc., down any sink at the University
(or anywhere else!)
• Use of oil-based paints, products or toxic materials such as stains, lacquers, paint thinner,
acetone-based products, resins, etc., is prohibited in the IYH Creator Studio.
• Work areas are shared spaces. Please be considerate of other people using the space. Do not
engage in practices that are unsafe for you or your fellow students. Remove your work
immediately after completion and clean up after yourself.
• Please consult with a lab tech before disposing of toxic materials. The University has a HAZ-MAT
department that ensures toxic materials are disposed of properly.
• If you have any doubt or question as to whether or not a certain construction process or
material is permissible in IYH, please ask the lab tech overseeing the area for advice on how to
proceed. The lab techs are knowledgeable and can help guide you in terms of work process and
safety.
Iovine and Young Academy Facilities Handbook 13Creator Studio Machinery and Equipment: What’s Available and How to Use It
A full list of machines and accompanying instructions, safety precautions, and important notes are
provided in Appendix A of this document. This document is not intended to replace or substitute for
Academy-required training, or for manufacturer supplied safety manuals. No student may access the
Creator Space equipment or machinery without first completing the required training, and gaining
familiarity with the safety requirements.
The following machines may not currently be accessed by students alone, and must be operated by
Academy staff, or with Academy staff in attendance. Note that use of the following machines requires
files to be correctly submitted one day in advance: CNC MILL, WATERJET, PROJET 660, F170, AND
FORM2
Creator Studio Equipment Loan Guidelines
The USC Iovine and Young Academy makes equipment available for student and faculty use through the
IYH Creator Studio Equipment Cage. If you have any questions, concerns, or need help, please visit the
IYH Creator Studio or email iya.helpdesk@usc.edu.
o Only Academy faculty, staff, currently enrolled students, and students who have purchased a Creator
Studio subscription may check out equipment for use in the Creator Studio.
o All borrowers must complete a Loan Agreement Form (see Appendix B) before they can check out any
equipment. Students must complete a Loan Agreement Form each semester. Allow one full business day
for processing.
o Your USC ID Card is required to check out equipment. Your USC ID must also be present when returning
equipment. Equipment must be returned to the same location from which it was borrowed. Equipment
cannot be transferred between borrowers.
o All physical making equipment must remain in the Creator Studio, unless authorized by the Maker
Space Manager.
o AV equipment loaned overnight is due by 1:00 pm on the 3rd day after it is checked out (e.g. gear
checked out Monday is due Thursday at 1:00 pm). Unless special arrangements have been made, any
equipment returned after 1:00 pm is considered late. There is no grace period. Students who habitually
return late equipment and inconvenience their fellow students may not be allowed further access to
equipment. Late fees will be assessed for equipment not returned on time.
o Late fees are as follows: $20 per day for A/V equipment and $10 per day for all other items.
o All equipment is loaned complete and in working order. Please check the equipment before accepting
the loan. If you discover any missing parts or broken equipment, notify Academy staff immediately.
o Reservations have priority over renewals. Loaned equipment may be renewed once over the phone if
reservations allow for it. The subsequent renewals must be completed in person.
o You are responsible for replacing or repairing any equipment damaged, lost or stolen if determined by
the Equipment Cage personnel to have occurred while on loan to you. Do not attempt to operate any
unfamiliar or malfunctioning equipment. You accept full responsibility for all equipment loaned to you,
even during class time. Access to all equipment will be denied until repair costs are paid. Repeated
damaged returns can result in loss of access to all equipment and labs.
Iovine and Young Academy Facilities Handbook 14o Maintain and return all kits and other equipment in as good or better condition than when you received
it. The best way to make sure your loaned equipment remains in proper condition while in your
possession is to keep it organized. That means wrapping up all cables/cords, removing batteries and
tripod plates from camera bodies, and returning equipment to their proper positions in the camera case.
o Do not mix up the contents of the kits. All equipment is identified with a barcode. This is important
because the barcode not only identifies the equipment (e.g. Canon T6i), it also identifies the equipment as
belonging to a kit number (e.g. Canon T6i Kit #2). Always make sure the pieces in your kits stay together,
are organized, and do not get mixed up. If a piece of equipment or kit is returned in a messy state, it will
be rejected until it is organized.
o Equipment is loaned primarily for the purpose of completing Academy student, faculty and staff
projects and for class use. Equipment is explicitly NOT loaned for commercial purposes or for the use by
persons assisting or hired by the borrower. Borrowing equipment for another’s use can result in loss of
access to equipment.
o Access to some equipment may be limited to what you have been approved for and/or trained on by
faculty or staff. Changes to access must be in writing directly from a faculty member, advisor or staff
member capable of providing the required training.
o Scheduled classes always have priority use of all equipment regardless of reservations. Reservations are
given only as a courtesy and cannot be guaranteed. The Academy cannot be held liable for any
consequential costs or inconveniences incurred by the borrower due to late, missing, broken or otherwise
unavailable equipment.
o The Academy reserves the right to amend or update these guidelines as needed. Failure to adhere to
these guidelines can result in the loss of access to equipment and/or disciplinary action.
Iovine and Young Academy Facilities Handbook 15Creator Studio Equipment Breakdown By Room
Wood Shop
• Table Saw • Reciprocating Saw • 4-1/2” Grinder
• Band Saw • Oscillating Tool • Hole Saw Sets
• Miter Saw • Nail Gun • Impact Driver Bits
• Planer • Pin Nailer • Sockets
• Disk Sander • Scroll Saw • Wrenches
• Lathe • Staple Gun • Utility Knives
• Drill Press • Heat Gun • Screw Drivers
• Downdraft Table • Orbital Sander • Chisels
• Jig Saw • Drills • Hand Saws
• Cutoff Tool • Hand Planer
Metal Shop
• Cold Saw • Box and Pan Brake • ProtoMax Water Jet
• HAAS Mini Mill EDU • Shear • Sheet Metal Notcher
• MIG/TIG Welder • Hydraulic Metal • Slip Roll
• Plasma Cutter Bender
• Bench Grinder
Finishing Room
• Abrasive Blast Cabinet • Vacuum Degassing • F170 Post Processing
• Form2 Wash and Cure Chamber • Spray Gun Kit
• Spray Booth
Composites/Plastics Room
• Vacuum Former • Freezer • Line Bender
• Rotary Caster • Clean Process Oven • Digital Bench Scale
2D/3D Print Shop
• StrataSys F170 • MakerBot Replicator • Roland Vinyl Cutter
• ProJet 660 5th Gen • MakerBot Replicator +
• MakerBot Z18 • Rolling Trimmer • ILS Laser Cutter
• Form2
Electronics Room
• Soldering Stations • Magnifier Light • DC Power Supply
• Benchtop Smoke • Dremel
Absorber
Sewing (sewing or work with fabric should be done in the main assembly area)
• Embroidery Machine • Sewing Machines • Serger
• Overlock • Dress Forms • Hot Glue Guns
Iovine and Young Academy Facilities Handbook 16Materials For Purchase
(Updated: 7/9/2019)
• 3D Printing Filament
o Makerbot
o Prusa
o F170
o Form2
o ProJet 660
• Cardboard
o 1/8”
• Acrylic
o ¼”
o 1/8”
o 1/16”
• Vinyl
• Thermoplastics
• Casting Resin
• Foam
• Electronics
• Glue
o Wood glue
o Super glue
o 5-minute epoxy
o Glue sticks
o Elmer glue
o Weld-on
• Plywood
o 1/8”
o ¼”
o ½”
o ¾”
Iovine and Young Academy Facilities Handbook 17The Garage Incubator and Workshop (SKS 404)
The Garage Incubator is a shared learning and project development space for seniors and graduate
students with advanced standing. These guidelines have been developed in order to better sustain an
environment of learning, use and respect.
Garage Kitchen
• Keep the area clean and organized. Throw away all your trash and unused items.
• Refrigerator will be cleaned out regularly. Food and other items are disposed of daily by staff,
and without notice.
• Items in the kitchen area and refrigerator must be removed by end of each day. Anything left
may be thrown into the trash. Personal food containers will not be saved.
• Do not leave dirty dishes and utensils in the sink. Wash them immediately after use and take
them with you.
• Respect other people’s food and drink. Do not consume that which is not your own.
• Be mindful that food left out, dirty dishes, etc., may attract pests.
Garage Storage
• Shared lockers/cabinets are available for Academy seniors upon payment of a $40 key deposit.
The deposit will be refunded upon return of the key at the end of the school year.
• Graduate students requiring storage may request use of rolling storage.
• Store materials in assigned locker/cabinet spaces in the Rotunda only. Students with projects
that require larger storage may request accommodation at iya.helpdesk@usc.edu.
• Keep your locker/cabinet locked and do not store valuables inside.
• There should be no expectation of privacy – locker/cabinets can be inspected at any time.
Garage Fabrication Room
• Lab Technician MUST be present and supervise/manage all laser operations. There is a real
danger of fire!
• UNAUTHORIZED USE OF MACHINES IN FAB ROOM WILL RESULT IN DISCIPLINARY ACTION.
• Students MUST be present for the set up and duration of laser use and setup of print projects.
Students not present in the room will not have their jobs run.
• FABRICATION ROOM countertop is for light prep or cleanup of projects only.
Garage Workshop
• Electrical tools and equipment must be unplugged immediately after use.
• ONLY use tools for their intended purpose.
• Return tools and equipment to proper bin/drawer/wall/cabinet after use.
• Sweep/clean up mess after working (and during if more mess is created).
• Cutting mats must be used whenever cutting. Keep cutting mats clean and flat.
Iovine and Young Academy Facilities Handbook 18• Keep group project materials neatly contained in materials alcove (e.g. cardboard, plastic, etc.)
• DO NOT REMOVE TOOLS FROM WORKSHOP.
Garage Print Area
• Please maintain cleanliness as this area is on display for all who walk by.
• Place a Post-it note with your name on any 3D printer you are using to print when not present in
the Garage. Be advised that your print may be removed by another student when complete.
• DO NOT use counter tops as a cutting/paint surface – go to the Workshop.
• See “Printing, Copying and Scanning Guidelines” section of this document for more information
about printer access and fees.
Garage Conference Room
The Garage Conference Room (SKS 401) and balcony is a shared space with USC Student Affairs and is
not for student use.
List of Garage Equipment Available For Checkout
Updated: 9/19/2019
Tools:
• DeWalt Cordless Drill
• Jigsaw
• Dustbuster Dremel Toolkit
• Heat Gun
• Weller Soldering Irons
• Hakko Soldering Station
• Singer Sewing Machine 4452
• Chisel Set
Iovine and Young Academy Facilities Handbook 19Appendix A: Equipment Glossary Iovine and Young Academy Facilities Handbook 20
TABLE SAW
MACHINE USE:
A table saw can be a dangerous piece of equipment if it is not
handled and maintained properly.
The table saw gets its name from the circular saw blade that is
positioned in the middle of a table. The work piece is brought
into contact with the rotating blade. A properly maintained table
saw is equipped with a guard over the blade at all times, a push
stick, and a fence. A fence is a barrier that assists in guiding the
material through the blade. The blade underneath the table
should be guarded so the operator cannot accidentally contact
the blade. The push stick is a piece of wood that is used in place
of the operator's hands. It allows an operator to push the work
piece into the blade without the blade getting close to his hands.
It should be used when trying to cut a piece of wood 6" wide or
less. The push stick should be placed on the material between the
blade and the fence, closer to the blade than the fence.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
The most frequent types of accidents that occur from the use of
the table saw are cuts or
abrasions and kickbacks. These can be minimized by using the
proper guarding and safe work practices. Power saw operators
often are injured when their hands slip off the stock while
pushing it into the saw, or when holding their hands too close to
the blade during the cutting operations. This type of injury can
be avoided by using a push stick. A kickback occurs during a
cutting operation when a part or the entire work piece is violently
thrown back to the operator. Kickbacks can be stopped by
ensuring that the material being cut remains firmly against the
fence while being pushed through the blade, keeping the saw
blade sharp, and keeping the saw blade guard, splitter, and anti-
kickback device in place. Eye protection must always be worn
when working with the table saw.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
• Never remove the guard from over the blade. The blade
should be just high enough to cut the piece -- no more
than 1/8 inch above the stock. The blade should never
be exposed.
• Ask the Shop Director if any special cuts need to be
performed.
• The work piece should be placed firmly next to the
fence.
• Your hand should never be in line with the blade or near
the blade while the saw is running. (continued...)
• The operator must never allow his hands to come closer
than 4 inches to the saw blade.
Iovine and Young Academy Facilities Handbook 21• Always check the set-up carefully on the table saw
before turning on the power. Wait until the blade stops
completely before adjusting fence and measuring the
distance from the blade.
• When ripping stock, the fence should never be closer
than 1/2 inch to the blade.
• Always use a push stick to guide a piece through the saw
when the fence is closer than 6 inches to the blade.
• Nothing should be on the saw table while the saw is in
operation.
• The blade should always be turned off and lowered
below the table when you are done.
• Never adjust the saw while it is running.
• AVOID KICKBACKS: Never leave stock between the blade
and the fence. Be sure to push material all the way past
the blade after it is cut.
• Wait for saw blade to come to a complete stop before
walking away.
• Wear eye protection.
• Keep loose clothing and hair away from blade.
• Clean the machine surface and the floor when finished.
OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE:
• Verify that the blade is sharp and in good shape.
• Raise blade to a height no more than 1/8" above top of
stock.
• Ask for assistance for complex and/or advanced cuts.
Iovine and Young Academy Facilities Handbook 22BAND SAW
MACHINE USE:
A band saw has a long, thin blade that travels in a constant path
around wheels, and pulleys.
The only portion of the blade exposed is the area from the table to
the top of the work piece. The wheels, pulleys, belts, and all non-
working parts of the blade are encased within the machine. The
upper guide of a band saw should be set at a height just above the
work piece.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
The most frequent type of accident associated with the band saw
is cuts or abrasions. Carelessness and recklessness are the major
reasons behind band saw accidents. The operator should never
hold his hand directly in front of the band saw blade when cutting
small work pieces because he may accidentally push his hand into
the blade. If the guards are in place and the upper guide is in the
proper position, the operator's hands should remain clear of all
moving parts of the saw. Band saw blades should periodically be
examined for cracks and broken teeth. The operator should
contact the Shop Manager if there are any questions concerning
the blade. If the band saw blade breaks or comes off, you should
step away immediately, shut off power, and call the Shop
Manager.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
• Keep your hands out of the path of the blade. Never
allow your fingers to come closer than 2 inches to the
blade.
• GO SLOW! Do not force material through the blade.
• Make short cuts before long ones to avoid unnecessary
backing out.
• The guide should be no more than a 1/4 inch above the
stock.
• When it is necessary to back out stock from a long cut you
should stop the machine, wait for the blade to come to a
complete stop and then back out the work piece.
• Remove jammed pieces of stock only when machine is
stopped.
• Wear eye protection.
• Keep loose clothing and hair away from blade.
• Clean the machine and the floor when finished.
Iovine and Young Academy Facilities Handbook 23JIGSAW
MACHINE USE:
A jig saw is a hand-held cutting tool with a reciprocating blade.
Safe operating procedure requires the blade to be properly
attached and secure. The threshold rest (slotted foot) should be
positioned directly on the work piece. The guards must cover all
moving parts and induce the operator to keep his hands a safe
distance from the blade.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
For any saw, cuts and abrasions should be the major concern of
the operator. The operator’s hand should remain the greatest
distance away from the blade as is possible. The material should
be secured to the worktable before operating the tool. Because
of the size of the jig saw it may seem innocuous, but it must be
remembered that whenever you are working with a piece of
equipment that can cut through wood and metal it can very
easily cut through a hand.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
• Turn cuts should be made slowly.
• Do not use sharp or small radius turns if you are working
with a wide blade.
• Clearance cuts should be planned to eliminate the need
to back out of curves.
• There should be enough clearance around the saw to
allow proper maneuvering of the work piece.
• Never allow your fingers to come closer than 2 inches
from the blade.
• Check with the Shop Director to determine the
maximum work piece thickness that can be safely cut on
each jigsaw.
• Wear eye protection.
• Keep loose clothing and hair away from blade.
• Clean the machine and the floor when finished.
Iovine and Young Academy Facilities Handbook 24NAIL/AIR GUN
EQUIPMENT USE:
Nail guns and air guns are powered by compressed air. The main
danger associated with pneumatic fastening tools is injury from
one of the tool's attachments or fasteners. Make sure to keep
your fingers away from where you are fastening.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
Ensure that pneumatic tools are equipped with a device that
prevents fasteners from ejecting unless the muzzle is pressed
against a firm surface. Never point the tool at items you do not
wish to fasten. Keep your fingers off the trigger until you are ready
to begin work.
POWER TOOLS
EQUIPMENT USE:
Power tools can be extremely dangerous if used incorrectly.
Power tools can cut, grind, finish, drill, and much more. Make sure
to use the correct tool for the job at hand. Use the correct tool for
the job and make sure to select the correct bit, blade, cutter, or
grinder wheel for the material at hand. Keep all guards in place
and make sure to operate at the correct speed for the job at hand.
Keep a firm grip on portable power tools and make sure to secure
work pieces with a clamp or a vise.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
When working with power tools, you must wear personal
protective equipment and avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry
that could catch in moving machinery.
Iovine and Young Academy Facilities Handbook 25CHOP SAW
MACHINE USE:
The compound miter saw (chop saw) is a circular saw in which
the saw is pulled down into the work piece, cutting in a
chopping motion. This saw has a guard on either side of the
blade. There is also a guard covering the front part of the blade.
The saw should be returned to its neutral position after cut is
made. This type of saw has a fence type guard that restricts the
movement of the work piece.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
The most common accidents that occur with a chop arm saw are
cuts or abrasions and kickbacks. If all the guards are in place
and the work piece is restrained by the fence, no accidents
should occur. No operator should ever have cause to bring his
hand in close to the blade of this saw. Kickback is a dangerous
reaction of the saw to notches or unevenness in the work piece.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
• Wear eye protection.
• Do not place hands closer than 2 inches from the blade.
• Do not attempt to cut short stock on the chop saw.
• Cut in a slow steady motion. Do not "chop" at the
material. It is not an axe.
• Bring saw to a complete stop before walking away.
• Clean the machine and the floor when finished.
OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE:
• The chop saw is for cross cutting.
• Adjust saw angle for either 45 degrees or 90 degrees
(fixed) or other angles as required.
• Hold stock firmly against the table.
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