How to train

Training Procedure

Below is a rough outline of a typical training session. You do not have to follow this exact order, but you must complete each section at some point in the training.

1. Introductions:

Self-introduction: Start by introducing yourself, your role at Vanderbilt and SyBBURE, and your level of experience with the equipment.

Student Introductions: Ask each student to introduce themselves by name and their familiarity with the equipment.

2. Demonstration

Show a quick demonstration of the equipment to give students a visual understanding of how it works.
Example: Katrina prints a 30-second laser cut of a flower, that uses both engraving and cutting

3. Explanation of How it Works

Provide a brief and concise explanation of how the equipment operates, focusing on the most important features and functions.

4. How to Use It

Encourage Participation: During the training, encourage students to participate, take notes, and ask questions. Ask them to press buttons, make them think and engage with the equipment while you walk them through how to use the equipment.

5. Test

After you have explained everything, ask the students to apply what they have learned and demonstrate solid understanding of safety principles and basic use. They may ask questions, but do not offer unprompted guidance. If a student is unable to prove they know enough to complete a project, and do not ask for your input when appropriate, you may ask them to re-do this portion of the training at another time (the next day at the earliest)

5. Training Sheet: the trainer must slack the lab manager with successful trainee names in order to update the sheet

Explain the Importance: Explain to students that the Training Sheet is a serious document, and that to use the equipment they must be listed as trained on the sheet. NOTE There is a 2-strike system in place when this rule is violated: Your first violation will result in a GidHub ban. Your second violation will result in expulsion from SyBBURE.