Basics of 3D-printing (3 cr)

Objectives (course unit)

Student understands the basics of 3D Printing (Additive Manufacturing) technologies (additive manufacturing) and what are the opportunities and limitations of the 3D printing technologies in the designing mechanical parts and products. Student knows the principals of 3D printing process i.e. from modeling a part to printing it. Student understands how 3D printing can improve the business of the companies. Student understands how 3D printing affects to globally storage (eg. spare parts), business models and manufacturing process.

Content (course unit)

Introduction to 3D printing technologies. The opportunities, challenges and limitations of the 3D printing technologies. Product development: DfAM(Design for Additive Manufacturing, 3D printing). 3D printing demos and exercises.

Prerequisites (course unit)

Recommended Prerequisites: Student has a principal skills to model a mechanical part by using the 3D modelling software (e.g. CAD program or a free modelling software).

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

The student identifies the basics, technologies, concepts and stages of industrial 3D printing (AM, a substance-increasing method). The student is able to plan and print if needed with help.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Students master the areas of industrial 3D printing and are able to apply their skills in designing new products. The student recognizes the potential of 3D printing in business development. The student is able to design, taking into account the possibilities of printing, 3D printing and printing a copy.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Students are well versed in industrial 3D printing and are able to apply their skills when designing new products. The student is able to find out and develop the significance, possibilities and limitations of 3D printing in the company in manufacturing and business.

Exam schedules

none

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

lectures
excersises
exam
practical excersises and tasks

Learning materials

all material
and material of excersises and lectures

Student workload

lectures 20%
excersises (contact teaching) 20%
group and independent study 60%

Content scheduling

AM techniques
DfAM and printing excersises
excersise
exam

Completion alternatives

to be agreed separately

Practical training and working life cooperation

-

Further information

part of the course material is in English