Borobot

Borobot is an IT support and makerspace organization in Middleborough, Massachusetts, located at 11 Center St. It operates as a group of local volunteers forming a public-private partnership that combines the efforts of local business, the school district, and town government to expand STEM learning opportunities for children and adults. Borobot offers hands-on classes in 3D printing, laser cutting, and soldering and electronics. The 3D printing class is a two-hour session for ages 8 to 21, focused on advanced prototyping techniques along the CAD-to-3D printing pathway, with an emphasis on electronics and micro-controllers. The laser cutting class, taught by Heather and co-teachers for ages 8 to 21, covers vector drawing with web tools, laser safety, and the basics of laser cutting, with students designing a project that is cut in front of them and taken home the same day. The soldering and electronics class is a two-hour beginner session for ages 10 to 21 covering soldering technique, common electronic components, and building an interactive electronic project that continues to work at home. Borobot's longer-term goal is to teach skills that can jump-start a young career or restart an established one, with an entrepreneurial focus. The makerspace sees students by appointment only. Borobot holds a 5.00 rating from the customers who have reviewed it.