No Prerequisites
$2900 - 3.5 Credits
​Online Course - Webex Lectures
Operating and Maintaining 3D Printers
Additive Manufacturing Systems
COURSE INFORMATION
Course Dates
Additive Manufacturing Systems
January 12 to March 25
Monday/Wednesday 2:30pm to 4:30pm
NO CLASS 1/19, 2/16
Additive Manufacturing Systems
January 12 to March 25
Monday/Wednesday 5pm to 7pm
NO CLASS 1/19, 2/16
Additive Manufacturing Systems
January 13 to March 26
Tuesday/Thursday 11am to 1pm
NO CLASS 1/20, 2/17
Additive Manufacturing Systems
January 13 to March 26
Tuesday/Thursday 5pm to 7pm
NO CLASS 1/20, 2/17
Topics
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3D printing history
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Printer types and comparison
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Uses and practical benefits of 3D printers
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3D printers vs CNC machining
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Control boards
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Driver boards/Electronics
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Extrusion principles and issues
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Linear motion designs - Bearings, Slides, Belts, Lead screws
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Stepper motors and motor drivers
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Extrusion Materials - PLA/ABS/PETG/Nylon/TPE/PC and more
Welcome to the 3D printing course, where we will dive into the world of additive manufacturing and explore the countless possibilities of 3D printing. In this course, you will learn how to use 3D printing technology to bring your ideas to life, from concept to a physical object that can be held in your hand.
Throughout this course, you will learn about the different types of 3D printers and their capabilities, the various materials used in 3D printing, and how to design 3D models using computer-aided design (CAD) software.
You will also have the opportunity to work hands-on with different 3D printers and learn how to properly prepare and print your designs.
We will cover the essential aspects of 3D printing, including an introduction to overhangs and support structures, the use of infill for optimized prints, and how to understand and manipulate printer settings to achieve the highest quality output.
Additionally, we will discover the necessary post-processing techniques and learn how to finish a 3D printed part to perfection.
By the end of the course, you will have a deep understanding of the 3D printing process and how to design, print, and finish high-quality prints. You will have the practical skills to build your own 3D printable models and bring them to life.
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The creative opportunities that 3D printing provides are endless, and we cannot wait to see the incredible designs that you will create!
Course Overview
Course Dates
Additive Manufacturing Systems
January 12 to March 25
Monday/Wednesday 2:30pm to 4:30pm
NO CLASS 1/19, 2/16
Additive Manufacturing Systems
January 12 to March 25
Monday/Wednesday 5pm to 7pm
NO CLASS 1/19, 2/16
Additive Manufacturing Systems
January 13 to March 26
Tuesday/Thursday 11am to 1pm
NO CLASS 1/20, 2/17
Additive Manufacturing Systems
January 13 to March 26
Tuesday/Thursday 5pm to 7pm
NO CLASS 1/20, 2/17
The Pre-Registration List
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To help ease the college registration for our CTECH students we've created a spreadsheet to hold students' place in class while they wait for classes to be scheduled, vouchers to be received, voucher access (I believe it's a month before class), or any other complication in the process. We can add you to the spreadsheet before you get a CTCLink ID, but you will need to have one eventually.
We'll reach out to you as we get closer to the class start date.
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If you see a class you'd like to get in, you can contact us to be added to this spreadsheet.
You can also simply email me and I can add you as well.
Damian Cianci
dcianci@edmonds.edu
The Registration Process
Register by phone between 9am and 4pm PDT (This is the easiest way)
425-640-1840
Important - You will need a CTCLink ID number in order for us to help you over the phone or in person. You can follow the steps below to get one.
Fill out an application to Edmonds College:
https://apply.ctc.edu/user
* This can take 1-5 business days to get your ID
A few notes for your application:
Enroll as: "First Year"
Program: "Professional Technical"
Term: "_____" (Season plus year, such as: Spring 2023)
Degree or Certificate: "Undecided - Professional Technical"
Once you have received your CTC Link ID number please let us know and we can get you registered for your class.
Register Online (This is the most complicated way)
Washington State colleges are now using CTCLink for all student services.
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Follow the link below - login in or create an account
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Go to "Student Homepage"
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Choose "Manage Classes"
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"Class Search and Enroll"
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Choose Edmonds College and the quater (Control + F to search page)
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Search for class name or number (Class Number will get you to where you want faster)
Online Registration Login Page - CTCLInk
NOTE - All our classes fall under "Special Topics: Manufacturing".
Click here to get notified of upcoming classes