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Youth Programs

3D Printing Design Class

A hands-on 3D modeling and printing class for ages 8-15, from Tinkercad fundamentals to Fusion 360 — every student finishes a printable piece.

Highlights

  • Real 3D printers throughout — finished pieces go home with the student
  • Progression from block-based Tinkercad to parametric Fusion 360 design
  • End-of-course pieces are competition- and portfolio-ready

Curriculum

  1. Module 1: 3D design thinking and Tinkercad onboarding
  2. Module 2: Fusion 360 parametric modeling
  3. Module 3: Slicer and print process — supports, infill, temperature
  4. Module 4: Personal project — concept → design → print → showcase

Who this is for

  • Ages 8-15 with an interest in 3D printing and engineering design
  • Elementary and middle schoolers building spatial reasoning and hands-on skills
  • Students preparing STEM competition or engineering-portfolio work