Center access policy

The Bechtel Center is open to walk-in consultations, less restricted team work, and member usage of the Center’s selection of study and work spaces. As we continue to operate within the bounds of safety policies and our own operation schedule, this page will be updated with the most current information on who can use the Center’s spaces and how they should go about doing so.

Accessible Center Areas

Common Spaces

Team Meeting Rooms & Public Study Areas
  • Available To:
    • Student Employees
    • Center-Hosted Teams (Assembly and High Bay)
    • PESC
    • Bechtel Center Members (Must have an active project & Membership Quiz)
  • Requirements & Rules:
    • All occupants must have the Bechtel Center – Membership Quiz
    • Cannot let in friends who do not have the Bechtel Center – Membership Quiz
    • Reservations are not required for use of Team Meeting Rooms, but reservations may be made and will take precedence over free use
      • Reservations may be made through the Center’s OS3 system
      • Team Leadership should consult with Front Desk staff to make a reservation
      • Team Meeting Rooms Include:
        • BIDC 122 Large Conference Room
        • BIDC 203A Small Meeting Room
        • BIDC 203B Small Meeting Room
        • BIDC 203C Small Meeting Space
        • BIDC 220 Large Conference Room
        • BIDC 223 Small Meeting Alcove
203 Design Studio
  • Available To:
    • Student Employees
    • Center-Hosted Teams (Assembly and High Bay)
    • PESC
  • Requirements & Rules:
    • All occupants must have the Bechtel Center – Membership Quiz
    • Cannot let in friends who do not have the Bechtel Center – Membership Quiz
    • Teams must have accepted reservations prior to using the space
      • Reservations are made through the Center’s OS3 system
      • Team Leadership should consult with Front Desk staff to make a reservation

Assembly

  • Available To:
    • Members of currently hosted student teams
  • Requirements & Rules:
    • Reservations are NOT required to use the space
    • All occupants must have the Bechtel Center – Membership Quiz
    • Two-person rule still applies when accessing outside of operating hours
    • Any work from 12am-6am is prohibited
    • PPE required in the area must be worn at all times:
      • Safety glasses
      • Closed toe shoes

High Bay

  • Available To:
    • Members of currently hosted student teams
    • Center Members utilizing resources of the High Bay
  • Requirements & Rules:
    • Reservations are required to use the space
      • Reservations are made through the Center’s OS3 system
      • Team Leadership should consult with Composites Lab or Front Desk staff to make a reservation
    • All occupants must have the Bechtel Center – Membership Quiz
    • Two-person rule still applies when accessing outside of operating hours
    • Any work from 12am-6am is prohibited
    • PPE required in the area must be worn at all times:
      • Safety glasses
      • Closed toe shoes
      • Long pants

Card Access for Teams

  • Card access for building and area entry may be granted to select members of Center-Hosted Teams
    • The number of team members granted card access may be limited depending on the size and scope of the team
  • Card access is managed solely by the Center’s Teams Liaison
  • Individuals with card access must have the Bechtel Center – Membership Quiz
  • Teams are responsible for the behavior of their members

Questions, Comments, or Concerns?

Any questions or concerns regarding the policies above should be directed to the Center’s Teams Liaison, Josh Tolemy, through Discord (JTolemy) or by email (jtolemy@purdue.edu).