SEAS Maker Foundations

School of Engineering and Applied Sciences

Program Description

This micro-credential provides a unique opportunity for hands-on, experimental learning. Through a combination of workshops and online modules, you will be exposed to a diverse suite of industry-relevant tools and technologies used in modern engineering and design fields. Gain foundational knowledge and experience in areas such as Arduino programming, 3D modeling with Autodesk Fusion and SolidWorks, reverse engineering, electronics and more. As you progress, you will create a portfolio of design artifacts and earn digital badges that highlight your technical growth, creativity and maker mindset—valuable assets for both academic and professional pathways.

Program Contact

Jenna French
410 Bonner Hall
Buffalo, NY 14260
Email: seas-exl@buffalo.edu
Phone: 716-645-8623

Level

  • Undergraduate

Who is Eligible

  • Current UB Students Only

Credit or Non-Credit

  • Non-Credit

Instruction Method

  • Hybrid (some of the micro-credential requirements can be fulfilled online)

Average Time to Completion

  • Less Than One Semester

Skills Obtained*

  • Career and Self-Development
  • Critical Thinking
  • Technology