3D Printing (Introduction)

About this course

If you have a keen interest to pursue a new creative skill, our Introduction to 3D Printing course is an excellent start to gain an understanding and practical experience of 3D Printing technology.

This course will introduce you to the creative method of 3D Printing and its impact on the 21st Century. Being supported by a 3D specialist, you will learn the practical skills starting with basic digital modelling techniques to setting a print and apply this to a practical activity. 

No previous knowledge or experience is required.

What you will study

This course covers a range of topics including:

• Past, Present and Future of 3D Printing

• The Benefits and Limitations of 3D Printing 

• The Materials and Techniques of 3D Printing

• Digital Techniques using Google Sketchup

You will document your work for each session within a digital portfolio. The creative department has extensive 3D/Art workshops and computer facilities including Mac computers and Makerbot 3D Printers.