ADM 1010 - Introduction to 3D Printing

Credits: 2
Hours/Week: Lecture 1 Lab 2
Course Description: Additive Manufacturing, also known as 3D printing, is being widely adopted into numerous industries and fields. This course introduces the most common type of 3D printing technology, Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF). Course topics include the production of simple 3D models and select proper thermoplastics for printing. Course activities provide opportunities for students to build confidence in the use of a 3D printer, additive theory, troubleshooting, material properties, proper part orientation, slicing software, and design for additive manufacturing (DfAM) considerations.
MnTC Goals
None

Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Recommendation: None

Major Content

Theory of operation
Use and operation of 3D printer
Troubleshooting print failures
Slicing software
Creating 3D CAD files via software and scanning
Design for Additive Manufacturing
Thermoplastics

Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course, students will be able to:

explain basic theory of 3D printing.
demonstrate proper use and operation of FFF 3D printer.
correct common malfunctions and issues with 3D prints.
use slicing software to generate print files.
produce and modify basic 3D CAD models optimized for printing.
recommend proper parameters and thermoplastics for successful 3D printed parts.

Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC): Goals and Competencies
Competency Goals (MnTC Goals 1-6)
None
Theme Goals (MnTC Goals 7-10)
None

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ADM 1010 - Introduction to 3D Printing