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SSSD oversees the instrument shop, inventory control, stock room monitoring, and Park Science building package receiving.

Support for Students: SSSD staff assists students with senior theses, research, class projects, and extra independent learning endeavors.  The Instrument Specialist is available to train students on departmental instrumentation.

Support for Faculty: SSSD works with faculty to coordinate:

• new equipment purchases;
• location, placement, and setup of equipment;
• utilities;
• delivery (shipping and rigging);
• expense allocations (start-up funds, grants or other sources); and
• preventative maintenance and warranties.

Supporting Design: The Instrument Shop works with faculty and students from the idea stage to implementation in the lab on all equipment built and/or purchased for research and teaching. Staff members also offer teaching demonstrations.

Supporting Inventory: SSSD maintains the College’s chemical inventory system, . This system tracks all chemicals in the building from reception to disposal.

Supporting Sustainability: SSSD works closely with the Environmental Health and Safety Officer to ensure a safe and environmentally-friendly workplace.