If you are reading this, you already know about the power of the 3D printer and its disruptive abilities. And this prior knowledge of additive manufacturing must have galvanised your current exhilarating curiosity to learn the tenets of 3 printing as well as take advantage of its creative freedom.
But everyone must have a starting point and here, we will explore the different learning opportunities available to beginners and hobbyists who are interested in building on their 3D printing experiences. The highlighted courses cut across the design of 3D models, the basic of 3D printing and the different printing techniques, printing tools for beginners and much more.
And at the end of the entire exercise, it is expected that these courses will be a catalyst in helping you purchase your first 3D printer and the tools needed to kick-start your first project.
3D Printing Basics on Udemy
This is a complete starter course for first-timers or beginners looking for a comprehensive overview of how 3D printing works. Therefore, the topics that will be covered touches on the history of 3D printing, 3D printing processes—FDM, SLS, SLA etc.—, and what it takes to get started.
This beginner-level course is hosted on Udemy and runs for approximately 38 minutes. Here are some more details you need to know about the course.
How to Use a 3D Printer on ALISON
The next step for beginners is becoming familiar with the 3D printer and this is what participating students will have the opportunity to learn throughout the duration of this course. Are you interested in developing an intimate knowledge of a 3D printer?
If your answer is yes, then this course is tailor-made for you. It provides a comprehensive view of different types of 3D printers—with some emphasis on desktop models—and the mechanism/parts of a 3D printer.
3D Modelling for 3D Printing Tutorials for Beginners
One of the first things every beginner will learn, is the fact that creating or acquiring 3D models is an integral part of the 3D printing process and without these 3-dimensional digital models, a 3D printer cannot function. There are many ways to acquire digital 3D models but this course focuses on 3D modelling.
3D modelling involves the use of computer aided design applications to create models from scratch. And mastering the techniques involved with 3D modelling will equip you with unlimited creativity and allow you develop completely unique characters to 3D print. Details of this course include:
Additive Manufacturing in a Metal Workshop
Industrial manufacturing processes usually involve the use of CNC machines and other industrial-grade mills as production tools. But with the advancement of 3D printers and the development of powerful industrial printers with the ability to print metal, the tenets of 3D printing is slowly but surely making inroads into most industries.
This course is one way to get an understanding of how 3D printers can be employed in metal workshops to aid or completely replace CNC machines and metal mills. Participants have the luxury of learning about metal filament types and the techniques needed to 3D print with them.
3D Printing Practical Application Workshop
This is an all-in-one workshop that covers every aspect of the 3D printing industry and how it can be applied in various industries. Here, participants will be given a first-hand view of how 3D printers function, fabrications techniques, rapid prototyping and much more.
This program is billed for 4 hours but spread between 2 days to give its participants enough time to learn, assimilate and practice what you have been thought.
Conclusion
So here you have it, the 5 courses and inline workshops that cover 3D printing in details for interested parties. Although most of these courses were provided for individuals, companies, schools and other organisations in Canada can contact 3D printing Canada to take advantage of the in-house training currently on offer.
This will provide your team with technical insight into additive manufacturing and how your organisation can apply these emerging technology to face today’s challenges.