Introduction to 3D Printing

This three hour course hosted by Fab Lab South West is perfect for beginners who want to get started with 3D printing. Fab Lab South West is an active workshop and digital fabrication space, and is the ideal environment for practical learning and exploration of various 3D printing techniques and equipment. During this course, you will have the opportunity to explore our range of Bambu 3D printers, including the Bambu A1 Mini, Bambu X1C and Bambu P1S. This course will cover: • Understanding how 3D printing works including materials, limitations and key health and safety considerations, • Core machine operation and maintenance, • Understanding of 3D Slicing software, • Basic troubleshooting. Within six months of completing this course, students are eligible to apply for the Workroom Create Programme, which will allow them to have continued membership access to Fab Lab South West to continue self-led skill development. Find out more about Workroom Create here. After you have successfully paid for the course, you will be sent a separate registration form where you will be able to tell us about any access requirements you have. Read our Short Course Terms and Conditions on our website.