Learn to add the personal touch in this two hour introduction to 3D printing. Starting with the basics principles of 3D printing and design, you will design a 3D model, prepare a 3D file for printing and create your own 3D print on the Ultimaker 3 to take home.
Who is this course for?
This course is suitable for all abilities, and we welcome beginners with no previous experience of 3D printing.
Equipment you’ll need
All equipment will be provided on the day, you just need to bring yourself.
What will you learn?
- Introduction to 3D-printing technologies
- Overview of materials
- Introduction to 3D-modeling software and exporting with Tinkercad
- 3D-design and modelling
- Uploading and 3D-printing your design
- Watch it come to life on the Ultimaker 3 (finished prints will be posted to you)
About MadFabLab
MadFabLab is an open-access workshop for Manchester’s hackers, makers, and tinkerers – whether actively curious, seasoned anti-disciplinarian, or any/all points in between – providing shared tools and space to create amazing new things, play and experiment with new technology, and meet and collaborate with others.
Booking your place
For your convenience, we offer a number of ways to book:
- Book via Eventbrite
- Invoice or PayPal – by phoning 0161 839 6324 or emailing fab@madlab.org.uk
- Payment by cheque – made out to MadLab CIC, and sent to MadLab 36-40 Edge Street, Manchester M4 1HN
- We also accept card payments in person
Please find MadLab’s Cancellation Policy here.
Your Tutor
Particle physicist turned MadFabLab manager Marieke can play a mean glass harp (an instrument made of wine glasses filled with varying amounts of water) and her icing sugar fireworks once caused evacuation of the Museum of Science and Industry.
Her ambitious science communication projects have included an adult ball pool, a giant fractal made from over a million business cards, an immersive sound installation that explored the interconnections between different animal species and a digital game #HookedOnMusic that explores catchy music and the link with dementia and has been played in every country on the planet.
