3D Printing Technology, 3D Material and 3D Design (Beginners to Advance)

Participants are introduced to the basics of 3D mechanism of 3D printer, printing and modelling. In doing so, the participants will understand the mechanics and the concepts that 3D printing brings along with it. 

Commonly, 3d printing' is referred as an additive manufacturing technology. This term accurately describes how this technology works to create objects. "Additive" refers to the successive addition of thin layers between 16 to 180 microns or more to create an object. 

The course will also focus on everyday use of 3D printing to provide simpler design for research application approach, the limitation in material and choosing a printing strategy for faster printing and Participants will individually undergo the 3D printer assembly and installation step. 3D modelling exercise upon completion of the course, participants will bring their own customised 3D printed as well as the 3D printer back with them!

Module 1: 3d printer 

• Printer assembly
• Type of printer and quality of printing
• Modular parts
• Testing and commissioning

Module 2: 3d design

• Basics of 3D Design
• Design firmware
• Challenge: Design the solution

Module 3: 3d printing

• What is 3D Printing
• Raft & Overhang
• Shelf & infill
• Resolution
• Slicing & Preview 
• Calibration & Leveling 
• Loading & unloading filaments
• 3D printer maintenance
• Challenge: Print the prototype

Who should attend? 

• 3D Modelers- Who want to design and print their first 3D models
• 3D Enthusiasts- Who are new to TinkerCAD and want to use TinkerCAD to print 3D model
• 3D Printer owners- Who are new to Ultimaker Cura 35th Gen slicer software