3D Printing 101 - The Ultimate Beginner Guide

3D Printing 101 | The Ultimate Beginner's Guide, available at $39.99, has an average rating of 4.05, with 20 lectures, based on 55 reviews, and has 202 subscribers.

You will learn about Print cool objects: Step by step from the file to the finished object 3D printer purchase advice (including tips for low cost models) Practice: Using your own FDM 3D printer Basic settings for a FDM 3D printer Working with software for 3D printing: Slicing Software (Cura) and Editing software (Meshmixer) Theory: What you need to know about 3D printing in general Filaments and Materials 3D scanning: professional products and a cost-effective method for home use Advanced settings for the slicing software (Cura) 3D printing of more complex objects and introduction to special functions This course is ideal for individuals who are 3D printing beginners, intermediates, makers, inventores, engineers & technically interested people It is particularly useful for 3D printing beginners, intermediates, makers, inventores, engineers & technically interested people.

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Title: 3D Printing 101 | The Ultimate Beginner's Guide

Price: $39.99

Average Rating: 4.05

Number of Lectures: 20

Number of Published Lectures: 20

Number of Curriculum Items: 20

Number of Published Curriculum Objects: 20

Original Price: $19.99

Quality Status: approved

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What You Will Learn

Print cool objects: Step by step from the file to the finished object

3D printer purchase advice (including tips for low cost models)

Practice: Using your own FDM 3D printer

Basic settings for a FDM 3D printer

Working with software for 3D printing: Slicing Software (Cura) and Editing software (Meshmixer)

Theory: What you need to know about 3D printing in general

Filaments and Materials

3D scanning: professional products and a cost-effective method for home use

Advanced settings for the slicing software (Cura)

3D printing of more complex objects and introduction to special functions

Who Should Attend

3D printing beginners, intermediates, makers, inventores, engineers & technically interested people

Target Audiences

3D printing beginners, intermediates, makers, inventores, engineers & technically interested people

Learn 3D Printing from an Engineer | The Practical Guide for Beginners

Are you interested in 3D printing and looking for a practical and compact entry-level course, but don’t feel like reading or searching for information?

Then this course is well suited for you! In this workshop you will learn all the basics you need to know in order to operate a 3D printer and create your own 3D printed objects. Start now with this professional, descriptive and step-by-step 3D printing tutorial, made by an engineer!

Benefits of this Workshop at a Glance: 

Step-by-step explanations for using hardware and software.

Learn all the basics of 3D printing with the guidance of an engineer and experienced user. Get started quickly and easily.

Easy to understand explanations of the topic. Ideal for beginners and intermediates.

Nowadays, 3D printers are also affordable for home users! This workshop includes a purchase guide to get you started with 3D printing at an affordable price (less than 400-600$).

Comprehensible and thus straight to the point: Total running time approx. 80 minutes

FAQ’s about the course:

What do I learn in 3D Printing 101?

The workshop includes everything you need to know to get started in the world of FDM 3D printing and its applications. From a purchase advice to how to use the necessary software and a 3D printer. There are also chapters on materials, troubleshooting and 3D scanning waiting for you. All necessary hardware and software for 3D printing will be presented step by step and explained by printing examples (free of charge).

What do I need for the 3D printing course and how long does it take?

The workshop has a total duration of about 80 minutes (divided into several individual lessons). Of course, you are free to choose which chapters you want to watch at what time and you can also pause at any time. Ideally, you will need your own 3D printer for the workshop. A purchase advice is included in the workshop. If you do not want to buy one, alternatives are also shown (external providers). You could also use a Makerspace′s 3D Printer nearby. In this case you will also benefit from the content of this course.

How much does a 3D printer cost?

High quality 3D printers for home use are available starting at around $ 500. So 3D printing does not have to be expensive. The general price range for FDM 3D printers is approximately $ 400 – 5000.

Is the tutorial only for 3D printing beginners?

This course is generally designed for anyone interested in 3D printing or in general technology. No matter whether only for information purposes about the technology or for the application and implementation of own models. All processes are explained in detail and are presented in a way that is easy to understand. This course is also ideal for inventors, engineers, architects, artists, students, teenagers, etc.

Who will show me the 3D printing basics in this course?

The 3D printing course is taught by an engineer and experienced user in the field of 3D printing.

Is learning to 3D print difficult?

3D printing is certainly a complex subject, as the use of software and hardware must be learned. Without help, you can lose track of what’s important to achieve good results. However, with this 3D printing tutorial you have all the information at your fingertips and thus always have a clear view.

Do I also learn to design my own objects?

The topic of CAD designing will be addressed very shortly in this workshop. This means that design software is presented. The process of designing itself, on the other hand, is not taught, as this would go beyond the scope of the workshop.

What can I do with a 3D printer anyway?

You have the possibility to download and print numerous (100.000+) great objects from so-called content platforms for free. A lot of useuful and functional items for your household, toys for kids, gifts for friends and other spectacular things. As a first inspiration you are welcome to watch the trailer of the workshop.

As you can see, 3D Printing is a somewhat sophisticated technology.

Let′s get started, enroll to 3D Printing 101 now and welcome the future!

Course Curriculum

Chapter 1: Intro & Motivation

Lecture 1: Intro: What do you learn in this course and what equipment do you need?

Lecture 2: Motivation: Awesome 3D printing examples

Chapter 2: 3D Printing Basics (Hardware)

Lecture 1: How does a 3D Printer work? & 3D Printer Components

Lecture 2: 3D printer purchase advice (incl. accessories)

Lecture 3: Setting up a 3D printer (incl. leveling of the printing bed)

Lecture 4: First 3D printing job with the CR-10 3D printer

Chapter 3: 3D Printing Software

Lecture 1: Overview on file formats & slicing software

Lecture 2: Editing of ".stl" files with Autodesk Meshmixer (e.g.: carabiner)

Lecture 3: Introduction to the slicing program "Cura": Creating a ".gcode" (e.g. snap hook)

Lecture 4: Upgrade parts for the 3D printer

Lecture 5: Slicing of the upgrade parts in Cura

Chapter 4: Step-by-step slicing and 3D printing of examples

Lecture 1: Example 1: Low-poly dog statue

Lecture 2: Example 2: Honeycomb vase

Lecture 3: Example 3: Fill patterns

Lecture 4: Final tips on Slicing

Chapter 5: Filaments & Materials

Lecture 1: Overview on 3D printing materials

Chapter 6: Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Lecture 1: General Maintenance

Lecture 2: Troubleshooting for poor 3D printing results

Chapter 7: 3D Scanning

Lecture 1: Introduction to 3D scanning: 3D scanners and a simple scanning method

Lecture 2: Conclusion of the workshop and credits

Instructors

M.Eng. Johannes Wild
Ingenieur / Engineer (M.Eng.)

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