Make with 3D Printing: 3D Printed Awards

This workshop will provide participants with a hands-on introduction to CAD (Computer-Aided Drafting) for 3D printing, specifically with the CAD program TinkerCAD.  The workshop will proceed with a walkthrough for designing an original 3D model award in TinkerCAD and exporting it for 3D printing. We will address pertinent vocabulary words and how to optimize a balance between TinkerCAD's strengths and weaknesses.

Additional topics include best practices for 3D design, submission, and various tips and shortcuts to efficiently utilize in TinkerCAD. 

The workshop will finish with ample time for experimentation and exploration of the concepts and techniques gained.

No experience necessary, all ages and skill-levels are welcome!

Objectives

• Have a working definition of what CAD and .STL files are.
• Be able to import and perform basic modifications to an existing CAD object in .STL format.
• Be able to compose an original award in TinkerCAD.
• Educate students on Library Resources for 3D printing.