3D Printing (Introduction)

In our state of the art 3D printing course, you will learn the ins and outs of this exciting new technology. Our training will not only give you the skills to operate a 3D printer but also model your own 3D designs. We have 5 3D printers that you will be learning how to operate.

Our in-classroom 3D Printing Introduction 2 Day Weekend Course is perfect for those looking to learn how to 3D model and 3D print their own designs to an excellent level within a supportive, group learning environment.

Outline:

• 3D Printing
• Theory and background of 3D printing  
• Types of consumer-level 3D printers
• What is FDM printing
• Limitations of printing
• 3D print materials
• Cura - slicing your model
• Preparing STL files and sending to the 3D printer  
• Layer wall height
• Infill
• Shell
• Supports
• Best print orientation
• Downloading models 
• Setting up a 3D printer  
• Troubleshooting 
• Design at least 4 models to be printed
• 3D Modelling
• Introduction to 3D modelling software 
• Software interface
• Basic modeling principles
• Modeling to scale
• 3D workflows - groups and layers
• Considering print limitations when designing
• Design and print your own furniture, jewellery and architecture