OCAD University offers a variety of unique Shops and Studios for students enrolled in studio classes to explore their art and design practices. The Fabrication Centre is located on Level 1 and includes the Wood, Metal, Plastics, Mouldmaking Studios, the Foundry and the Rapid Prototyping Centre. The Shops and Studios offer studio access to students who have been properly trained and demonstrate competence, technical skill and an understanding of relevant health and safety issues.