The Fundamentals Of 3D Printing

Unlock the World of 3D Printing

What you'll learn

How 3D Printers Work

The 3D Printing Workflow

How to create your own 3D Design

How to prepare your 3D Model for printing (aka slicing)

How to prepare your physical 3D printer for printing

How to solve common 3D printing challenges

Requirements

No prior experience needed as this course is designed for beginners

Access to 3D Printer is optional (There are 2 modules that access to a 3D printer is required to practice what you're learning))

Description

If you're looking to dive into the world of 3D printing and unleash your creativity, this comprehensive course on 3D printing fundamentals is the perfect place to start. Regardless of your current knowledge level, you'll learn everything you need to know about designing and 3D printing your own models on an FDM 3D printer.This course takes you through the entire 3D printing workflow, from how 3D printers work to file types, CAD software, slicer settings, printer setup, and even troubleshooting common beginner mistakes. With step-by-step guidance and hands-on projects, you'll gain the skills and confidence needed to create and 3D print your own unique designs. Each section is designed to focus on the necessary skills and concepts you need to get 3D printing as quickly as possible.By the end of the course, you'll be equipped to independently design your own 3D models in Tinkercad and print them on an FDM printer. You'll also have the knowledge to troubleshoot common challenges that can arise in the 3D printing process. Whether you're interested in prototyping, custom parts, art, or simply exploring the possibilities of 3D printing, this course is an excellent starting point.Join us today and unlock the joys of 3D printing while unleashing your creativity and bringing your imagination to life.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Welcome

Lecture 2 Course Overview

Section 2: 3D Printing Overview

Lecture 3 How does 3D Printing Work?

Lecture 4 What is 3D Printing?

Lecture 5 The 3D Printing Workflow

Section 3: Creating and Finding 3D Digital Files

Lecture 6 What is a 3D digital file?

Lecture 7 How do I create a 3D digital file?

Lecture 8 CAD Software Options

Lecture 9 Introduction to Tinkercad

Lecture 10 Creating a box In Tinkercad

Lecture 11 Exporting Your Design

Section 4: Preparing your Files for 3D Printing (aka Slicing)

Lecture 12 Section Introduction

Lecture 13 What is a Slicer?

Lecture 14 Downloading Cura

Lecture 15 Opening Cura for the first time

Lecture 16 Slicer Settings: Material and Nozzle Size

Lecture 17 Slicer Settings: Object Orientation, Supports, Build Plate Adhesion

Lecture 18 Slicer Settings: Layer Height and Infill Percentage

Lecture 19 Saving G-Code to the SD Card

Section 5: Preparing your 3D Printer for it's first Print

Lecture 20 Section Introduction

Lecture 21 Preparing Your 3D Printer

Section 6: Printing!!!

Lecture 22 Section Introduction

Lecture 23 Printing your first 3D print

Section 7: Common 3D Printing Challenges and How to Fix Them

Lecture 24 Section Introduction

Lecture 25 Overview of Common 3D Printing Challenges

Lecture 26 Common 3D Printing Issues and How to Solve Them

Section 8: Next Steps

Lecture 27 What are the next steps?

Anyone interested in learning about 3D printing 3D,Beginners who want a thorough overview of the entire 3D printing process