CDT Maker Club - Introduction to the World of Making
Dates: Mondays 5, 12, 19 & 26 October 2026
Time: 5:00pm-7:00pm
Location: Royal Docks Centre for Sustainability, UEL Docklands Campus
Level: Beginners welcome
Part of the CDT Maker Club
Ever wanted to start making, building or experimenting with technology but weren’t sure where to begin?
Introduction to the World of Making is a four-week beginner programme designed to get you comfortable with the tools, ideas and practical skills behind making.
Across the programme, you’ll explore different ways of turning an idea into something you can actually build, test and develop.
START HERE. LEARN THE TOOLS. MAKE SOMETHING.
You don’t need previous technical experience
WHAT WE’LL EXPLORE
An introduction to Maker Club and the world of making
Understanding tools, materials and equipment
Moving from an idea to a practical project
Digital making and prototyping
Basic electronics and technical skills
Safe use of MakerSpace equipment
Collaborative making and problem-solving
Developing ideas towards projects and showcases
OCTOBER DATES
Monday 5 October
Monday 12 October
Monday 19 October
Monday 26 October
Time: 4:00pm-6:00pm
The four-week introduction is designed as a starting point into the wider CDT Maker Club programme, where participants can continue developing projects and contribute to major events, showcases and Maker Club activity across the year.
WHO IS IT FOR?
Students, staff and members of the wider community are welcome.
This programme is particularly suitable for beginners. You do not need to already know how to code, solder, design or build anything.
FROM SKILLS TO PROJECTS
The aim isn't just to teach individual techniques.
As part of CDT Maker Club, participants will have opportunities to use these skills within wider projects, collaborative builds, demonstrations and major events and showcases throughout the year.
About the CDT Maker Club
The CDT Maker Club hosts programme of practical workshops, talks, demonstrations and creative sessions led by members of the UEL and wider Maker Club community.
It offers a welcoming space to learn new skills, test ideas, make practical projects and share knowledge across technology, design, engineering and creative practice.