How to use the lab

1. Use of the lab and its tools requires an orientation by Dr. Nagle
   • • Please fill out the online Lab User Intake Form or download and email it to sfnagle@mit.edu
     • Then it is best to schedule an engagement session in the lab with Dr. Nagle
     • But you can also stop by during Open Hours
2. Review the Rodgers Lab safety requirements
   • • Dr. Nagle will check your pre-existing MIT training before you can use the lab
3. Let’s talk!
   • • What do you want to do?
     • How can the lab help?
       • Check our Dr. Nagle’s technical portfolio
       • Learn what capabilities the lab has now
       • Learn what software the lab provides access to
       • Hear about planned capabilities
       • Learn about useful stuff elsewhere — hardware, software, services, advice, inspiration — both on and off campus
4. Schedule training on the equipment that you want to use. You’ll need to:
   • • Sign up for MIT Google Workspace using your MIT email
       • Click “Login” and then “Login with Touchstone.”
     • Complete Step 1 above
     • Ask me to add your email to the calendar for the tool you are interested in
     • Then schedule both the tool AND Dr. Nagle for an initial training session before you can start your own work
5. Once you are trained on a piece of equipment you can use it during Open Hours
   • • For equipment and/or lab use outside Open Hours, additional safety training may allow you gain card access
6. If you’re here about the 26-065 shop, then
   • • First, if you haven’t yet done so, please complete the Lab user form, and then
     • Complete the 26-065 Machine Shop User Form
     • Note: You must have completed Edgerton Shop Training before you can be given access to the 26-065 Machine Shop