Learn 3D Printing
We have 9 resources for learning 3D Printing including educational Online Classes, Websites, and YouTube & Online Videos, from providers such as University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Instructables, Makerbot, and Mike Boyd.
3D Printing Applications
College | Online class
This course will examine how 3D printing is being applied across a number of domains, including design, manufacturing, and retailing. It will also demonstrate the special capabilities of 3D...
3D Printing Capstone
College | Online class
3D Printing Capstone is the last course in the 3D Printing Specialization. This Specialization will introduce you to the magic of 3D printing. Through a series of four cohesive courses and a...
3D Printing Hardware
College | Online class
This course will provide an in-depth exploration of desktop 3D printing hardware. It will examine the history of desktop 3D printing and demonstrate how 3D printers are made and how they work. This...
3D Printing Software
College | Online class
This course will demonstrate how to use 3D printing software to create digital designs that can be turned into physical objects. It will also demonstrate how 3D scanners work to turn physical...
Introduction to 3D Printing
7th - College | Website
Beginners guide to all you need to know about 3D printing, including sections covering: Technologies Types of 3D printers Materials required and filaments List of online communities to learn more...
Learn the Basics of 3D Printing
7th - College | Website
Beginner's Guide produced by Makerbot, manufacturer of one of the more popular 3D printers. Guide covers the technologies involved, how the printers understand blueprints, different types of...
Learn to 3D Print
7th - College | Online/YouTube video
In this episode of Learn Quick I learn to 3D Print. (printing times are not included in the "learning times")
The 3D Printing Revolution
College | Online class
This course will demonstrate how 3D printers work, show what people make with them, and examine the 3D printing ecosystem. It will also explore the future of 3D printing and discuss how this...
Turn your Ideas into Objects
College | Online classThis Specialization will introduce you to the magic of 3D printing. Through a series of four cohesive courses and a hands-on capstone experience, you will acquire the knowledge, skills, and tools...
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best way to learn 3D Printing?
The best learning resource is the one that you will stick with. For some students, that means a resource that's fun and engaging like a mobile or PC game. For others it's a resource that lets them learn on their own time, like a mobile app or YouTube channel. For other students, it's a resource that emphasizes reinforcement, such as a workbook or set of printable worksheets. The best way to figure out what is right for you is to look at a wide range of resources, keeping your selection criteria in mind. Search our database of 9 resources for learning 3D Printing.
What should I consider when choosing a learning resource for 3D Printing?
Think about what is going to help you continue with the resource and actually complete it. Primary considerations should be:
- Time commitment - how much time can you spend with this resource per day/week?
- Portability - will you be studying at home or in other places, such as on the bus or after school?
- Reinforcement learning - does the resource offer reinforcement? Think about whether you'll want exercises or printable worksheets to help you practice what you learned.
- Price - does the resource require a monthly subscription? This may be fine for topics you can learn in a month or two, but it may be prohibitively expensive otherwise.
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