3D Design and 3D printing Workshop

Course Content

Class 1: Overview of 3D Printing and FDM Technology

  • What is 3D printing?
  • Types of 3D printers and materials (focus on FDM)
  • How FDM printing works: slicing, G-code, and extrusion.
  • Safety tips and printer setup basics.

Class 2: Introduction to TinkerCAD

Class 3: Understanding the FDM Printer Workflow

Class 4: Designing Containers in TinkerCAD

Class 5: Advanced TinkerCAD Tools

Class 6: First Printing Session

Class 7: Introduction to OnShape

Class 8: Extrusion and Modifications in OnShape

Class 9: Combining Parts in OnShape

Class 10: Designing Parametric Objects in OnShape

Class 11: Designing a Gear in TinkerCAD

Class 12: Designing a Gear in OnShape

Class 13: Creating a Phone Stand (TinkerCAD)

Class 14: Advanced Sketching in OnShape

Class 15: Creating Hinged and Moving Parts in TinkerCAD

Class 16: Printing Multi-Part Assemblies

Class 17: Designing a Custom Vase or Decorative Object (TinkerCAD)

Class 18: Designing a Functional Clip or Hook (OnShape)

Class 19: Preparing for Complex Prints

Class 20: Multi-Part Assembly and Print Tuning

Class 21: Final Project Planning and Design – Part 1

Class 22: Final Project Design – Part 2

Class 23: Printing Final Projects

Class 24: Presentation and Wrap-Up

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