The Fundamentals of 3D Printing
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- Mar 16, 2025

The Fundamentals of 3D Printing, available at $69.99, has an average rating of 4.65, with 27 lectures, based on 19 reviews, and has 86 subscribers.
You will learn about How 3D Printers Work The 3D Printing Workflow How to create your own 3D Design How to prepare your 3D Model for printing (aka slicing) How to prepare your physical 3D printer for printing How to solve common 3D printing challenges This course is ideal for individuals who are Anyone interested in learning about 3D printing 3D or Beginners who want a thorough overview of the entire 3D printing process It is particularly useful for Anyone interested in learning about 3D printing 3D or Beginners who want a thorough overview of the entire 3D printing process.
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Summary
Title: The Fundamentals of 3D Printing
Price: $69.99
Average Rating: 4.65
Number of Lectures: 27
Number of Published Lectures: 27
Number of Curriculum Items: 27
Number of Published Curriculum Objects: 27
Original Price: $89.99
Quality Status: approved
Status: Live
What You Will Learn
Who Should Attend
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If you’re looking to dive into the world of 3D printing and unleash your creativity, this comprehensive course on 3D printing fundamentals is the perfect place to start. Regardless of your current knowledge level, you’ll learn everything you need to know about designing and 3D printing your own models on an FDM 3D printer.
This course takes you through the entire 3D printing workflow, from how 3D printers work to file types, CAD software, slicer settings, printer setup, and even troubleshooting common beginner mistakes. With step-by-step guidance and hands-on projects, you’ll gain the skills and confidence needed to create and 3D print your own unique designs. Each section is designed to focus on the necessary skills and concepts you need to get 3D printing as quickly as possible.
By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped to independently design your own 3D models in Tinkercad and print them on an FDM printer. You’ll also have the knowledge to troubleshoot common challenges that can arise in the 3D printing process. Whether you’re interested in prototyping, custom parts, art, or simply exploring the possibilities of 3D printing, this course is an excellent starting point.
Join us today and unlock the joys of 3D printing while unleashing your creativity and bringing your imagination to life.
Course Curriculum
Chapter 1: Introduction
Lecture 1: Welcome
Lecture 2: Course Overview
Chapter 2: 3D Printing Overview
Lecture 1: How does 3D Printing Work?
Lecture 2: What is 3D Printing?
Lecture 3: The 3D Printing Workflow
Chapter 3: Creating and Finding 3D Digital Files
Lecture 1: What is a 3D digital file?
Lecture 2: How do I create a 3D digital file?
Lecture 3: CAD Software Options
Lecture 4: Introduction to Tinkercad
Lecture 5: Creating a box In Tinkercad
Lecture 6: Exporting Your Design
Chapter 4: Preparing your Files for 3D Printing (aka Slicing)
Lecture 1: Section Introduction
Lecture 2: What is a Slicer?
Lecture 3: Downloading Cura
Lecture 4: Opening Cura for the first time
Lecture 5: Slicer Settings: Material and Nozzle Size
Lecture 6: Slicer Settings: Object Orientation, Supports, Build Plate Adhesion
Lecture 7: Slicer Settings: Layer Height and Infill Percentage
Lecture 8: Saving G-Code to the SD Card
Chapter 5: Preparing your 3D Printer for its first Print
Lecture 1: Section Introduction
Lecture 2: Preparing Your 3D Printer
Chapter 6: Printing!!!
Lecture 1: Section Introduction
Lecture 2: Printing your first 3D print
Chapter 7: Common 3D Printing Challenges and How to Fix Them
Lecture 1: Section Introduction
Lecture 2: Overview of Common 3D Printing Challenges
Lecture 3: Common 3D Printing Issues and How to Solve Them
Chapter 8: Next Steps
Lecture 1: What are the next steps?
Instructors

Colin Meltzer
Making Technology Accessible and Human
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