Introduction to 3D Printing for Designers Outline

Session 1

Course Introduction and Objectives / Understanding Digital Fabrication / Introduction into Parametric Modeling

  1. Course introduction and objectives
  2. Review of additive manufacturing vs traditional production techniques
  3. Overview of 3D modeling industry
  4. Introduction to 3D modeling: Choosing the right CAD program for your needs
  5. Parametric modeling with CAD
  6. Accessing SolidWorks

Session 2

3D Modeling Basics / Making a Name Plate/Pendant

  1. Introduction to 3D Printing methods
  2. Parametric modeling basic operations: Extrusions, Revolves, and Cuts

Session 3

CAD Virtual Modeling with Design Constraints for 3D Printing / Making a Chain

  1. Designing prototypes while meeting 3D printing requirements
  2. Parametric modeling basics: Sweeps and Patterning

Session 4

3D Modeling / Making a Ring/Chess Piece / Overview of 3D Repositories / Modifying Open Source Files

  1. Complex 3D modeling techniques
  2. Accessing and Manipulating 3D repositories to create working prototypes

Session 5

PrintFX Orientation / Slicing Software

  1. Types of filaments and their demands on 3D modeling
  2. Preparing files through slicing software
  3. Cost and time analysis of 3D printing
  4. Makerbot/Ultimaker operations
  5. Submitting files to 3D print with multiple bodies

Session 6

Finishing Techniques / Advance 3D Modeling

  1. Sanding and finishing choices for your models
  2. A brief overview of more complex 3D modeling systems
  3. Utilizing 3D printing solutions outside of the classroom