3D Printing & Design – Level I

Students will explore:
How 3D printing works
Additive vs. subtractive manufacturing
Parts and operation of a 3D printer
FDM technology and basic G-code concepts
3D printing materials: PLA
3D printer setup and bed leveling
Basic troubleshooting,
Slicing and print preparation
Bambu Studio, PrusaSlicer, and OrcaSlicer
Basic 3D modeling with Tinkercad
How to find and prepare ready-to-print STL models
How AI can help transform 2D ideas into 3D models
Safe operation and proper filament handling.
The 3D Printing Journey
Throughout the course, students experience the complete process:
IDEA → DESIGN → SLICE → PREPARE → PRINT → TROUBLESHOOT → CREATE → PRESENT
Each student will work on hands-on activities and use an Engineering Notebook to document ideas, designs, decisions, challenges, and results.

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Ages: 9–14 Level: Beginner – No previous experience required Classes: 9 sessions Class Length: 1.5 hours Total Instruction: 13.5 hours Format: Small-group, hands-on learning Final Experience: 3D Printing Expo
Course Includes
Hands-on access to 3D printers
3D modeling and slicing activities
Filament and printing materials for class projects
Engineering Notebook activities
Student-created 3D printed projects
Final 3D Printing Expo

Regular Tuition: $349
Founding Student Special: $299
Limited spaces available to provide students with meaningful hands-on access to the equipment.

Tuition:

VISUAL GUIDES

One Project at a Time

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Regular Tuition: $349Founding Student Special: $299Limited spaces available to provide students with meaningful hands-on access to the equipment.

Tuition:

Regular Tuition: $349
Founding Student Special: $299
Limited spaces available to provide students with meaningful hands-on access to the equipment.