Frequently Asked Questions
The Discovery Lab is a 6,400 square foot space equipped with state-of-the-art instruments and equipment designed to spark student’s creativity, exploration, and transformative problem solving.
Make sure the lab is open and available by checking our hours and events calendar. Currently, access to the Discover Lab’s Technical Spaces is restricted to students who are participated in the lab’s undergraduate research experiences or registered for a class being hosted by the Discovery Lab. However, all students can schedule a time to tour the Discovery Lab.
Users should store their backpacks in one of the available lockers located in the student storage area. There are lockers assigned to students working on Discovery Lab undergraduate research experiences and general storage lockers. General storage lockers are available to students who are registered for a class activity being hosted by the Discovery Lab.
Complete all required on-line training for Technical Space you are wishing to work in and get signed off by a Peer Leader that you are cleared to safely and appropriately operate an instrument or piece of equipment. Manuals, SOPs, and other materials can also be found on the lab’s SharePoint site.
Yes! All users participating in programs hosted by the Discovery Lab are required to complete the online orientation and an in-person tour of the lab. To use instruments and equipment located in the Discovery Lab’s various technical spaces, users are required to complete on-line training modules and be signed off by a Peer Leader before using any instrument or equipment.
Your Hokie Passport is required to utilize the projector and/or meeting system located in the “Parlor”. Instructions are available on the display at the lectern once you have signed in. If you need help, use the info card at the Lectern to get in-touch with Classroom Audiovisual Services.
Reach out to a Peer Leader or a member of the Discovery Lab Leadership Team (available in Room 140B and 142A). Peer Leaders all wear a Virginia Tech lanyard.