Lesson 1: Introduction to 3D Design & Printing
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In this lesson, students will learn 3D design with Tinkercad, a beginner-friendly, web-based program. They will discover how digital designs transform into physical objects through 3D printing.
Key Skills:
Move: Reposition shapes
Place: Add basic shapes (boxes, text)
Group: Combine shapes into one object
Make a Hole: Create cutouts
Resize & Align: Adjust objects for neat designs
Project Overview:
Students will create a personalized name tag, allowing them to:
Customize their name
Select shapes and layouts
Properly prepare designs for printing
Their creations will be printed on a Bambu 3D printer, showcasing how a digital file becomes a real object.
Importance:
Encourages creativity and builds technology confidence
Introduces essential STEM skills
Teaches patience and attention to detail
Safety & Guidance:
Tinkercad is student-safe
Supervised printing
No handling of hot parts by students
By the end, students w
