Certificate Course on 3D Printing

In this course, you will be able to learn what 3D printing is and what its potential could be, how to design models from sketch with free software tools, and how to transform your model into a real sample product by printing. The course consists of the following topics.

1. Introduction to 2D Graphics
   • Fundamentals of Designing
   • Adobe Photoshop
   • Adobe Illustrator
2. Basics of 3D Printing
3. Designing Software Tools
   • “SolidWorks” Basics and the User Interface
   • Introduction to Sketching
   • Basics of Modeling
   • Symmetry and Draft
   • Patterning
   • Revolved Features
   • Shelling and Ribs
   • Editing: Design Changes
   • Assembly Modeling
   • Drawings Modeling
4. FDM/ SLA/ SLS/ Technologies
   • FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling) Printers and Operations
   • SLA (Stereo Lithography Apparatus) Printers and Operations
   • SLS (Selective Laser Sintering) Printers
5. Slicing Software Tools
   1. Cura
   2. PreForm
   3. IdeaMaker
6. 3D Scanning Technology
7. Application of 3D Printing
   1. Product Development
   2. Manufacturing Aids
   3. End User Products
8. Evaluation