Turn Ideas Into Real Products
Welcome to the 3D Printing & Prototyping Bootcamp, where digital designs become physical creations. Learners will explore how 3D printers work, how models are prepared, and how prototypes are manufactured. Through hands-on projects, students will create real objects from their designs.
This bootcamp introduces learners to the future of manufacturing, product development, and innovation.
COURSE OVERVIEW
The 3D Printing & Prototyping Bootcamp introduces learners to the exciting world of digital design, product development, and additive manufacturing. Learners will design their own objects, prepare them for printing, and produce real prototypes using 3D printers.
By the end of the course, learners will understand 3D printing technology, design 3D models, prepare files for printing, produce physical prototypes, and present a finished product.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
What Students Will Learn
We explore 3D design, printing, and prototyping while building creativity, innovation, and real-world engineering skills.
1. Fundamentals
Understand 3D printing concepts and applications
2. Real world Skills
Design and develop 3D models
3. Problem Solving
Apply design principles for printability
4. Logical Thinking
Prepare and execute 3D printing processes
5. Build Projects
Create and refine a complete prototype
ACTIVITIES
Hands-On & Engaging Activities
Interactive activities that make learning fun, practical, and meaningful.
1. 3D Printing Basis
Explore 3D printed objects and brainstorm ideas
2. Idea Generation
Build and modify 3D models using design software
3. Tech Problem Hunt
Optimize designs for printing
4. Interactive Program
Prepare, slice, and print 3D models
5. Final Prototype
Refine and present a final prototype
MODULE STRUCTURE (10 SESSIONS)
Learning Content:
- What is 3D printing?
- Introduction to Additive Manufacturing
- Industries using 3D printing (engineering, medical, product design)
- Overview of the prototyping process
Learning Content:
- Introduction to Tinkercad or Fusion 360
- Workspace and tools
- Creating basic shapes
Learning Content:
- Scale and dimensions
- Wall thickness
- Overhangs and supports
Learning Content:
- Combining multiple components
- Aligning and grouping objects
- Introduction to parametric thinking
Learning Content:
- Printer parts:
- Nozzle
- Bed
- Filament
- Types of printers
- Safety procedures
Learning Content:
- What is slicing?
- Introduction to slicing software
- Settings:
- Layer height
- Infill
- Supports
Learning Content:
- Starting a print
- Monitoring print process
- Troubleshooting basics
Learning Content:
- Removing supports
- Sanding and finishing
- Evaluating prototype
Learning Content:
- Product design thinking
- Function vs aesthetics
- Iteration
Assessment Type:
Practical + Product + Presentation
Task:
Learners must:
- Present their 3D printed product
- Demonstrate functionality
- Explain:
- Design process
- Printing process
- Real-world application
Assessment Criteria:
- Design quality
- Print success
- Functionality
- Creativity
- Presentation
🎓 Outcomes & Certification
Learners will receive:
- 3D Printing & Prototyping Bootcamp Certificate
Progression pathways:
- Product Design & Engineering
- CAD Design & Advanced Modelling
- Manufacturing & Industrial Design
- Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Learning Content:
- What is 3D printing?
- Introduction to Additive Manufacturing
- Industries using 3D printing (engineering, medical, product design)
- Overview of the prototyping process
Learning Content:
- Introduction to Tinkercad or Fusion 360
- Workspace and tools
- Creating basic shapes
Learning Content:
- Scale and dimensions
- Wall thickness
- Overhangs and supports
Learning Content:
- Combining multiple components
- Aligning and grouping objects
- Introduction to parametric thinking
Learning Content:
- Printer parts:
- Nozzle
- Bed
- Filament
- Types of printers
- Safety procedures
Learning Content:
- What is slicing?
- Introduction to slicing software
- Settings:
- Layer height
- Infill
- Supports
Learning Content:
- Starting a print
- Monitoring print process
- Troubleshooting basics
Learning Content:
- Removing supports
- Sanding and finishing
- Evaluating prototype
Learning Content:
- Product design thinking
- Function vs aesthetics
- Iteration
Assessment Type:
Practical + Product + Presentation
Task:
Learners must:
- Present their 3D printed product
- Demonstrate functionality
- Explain:
- Design process
- Printing process
- Real-world application
Assessment Criteria:
- Design quality
- Print success
- Functionality
- Creativity
- Presentation
🎓 Outcomes & Certification
Learners will receive:
- 3D Printing & Prototyping Bootcamp Certificate
Progression pathways:
- Product Design & Engineering
- CAD Design & Advanced Modelling
- Manufacturing & Industrial Design
- Entrepreneurship & Innovation
SKILLS DEVELOPED:
CRITICAL THINKING
ENGINEERING CREATIVITY
PROBLEM SOLVING
TECHNOLOGY CURIOSITY
10 sessions | 90 minutes each
Claremont / tygervalley
CONTACT / online
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