Course detail

3D Printing and Digital Fabrication for Creative Industries 1

FaVU-1DS-ZAcad. year: 2024/2025

In this course, students acquire basic knowledge and skills in 3D printing and digital manufacturing. The lectures are aimed at explaining the basic principles and technologies of 3D printing and comparing them with other methods of digital production (CNC and robotic production, laser machining). The lectures will explain the rules for creating spatial objects, their inspection and repair, and the preparation of G-code for the successful start of printing. In the tutorials, learners will learn about 3D printer operation, maintenance and repair and gain basic knowledge about the selection of printing materials.

Language of instruction

Czech

Number of ECTS credits

Mode of study

Not applicable.

Guarantor

doc. Mgr. Tomáš Medek

Department

Department of 3D Technology (K3D)

Entry knowledge

Basic knowledge of working with a personal computer, ability to navigate in virtual space, patience and interest in 3D technology. Experience with 3D scanning or a 3D program (e.g. Rhinoceros, Blender, Maya, SketchUp, etc.). Basic English, manual dexterity.

Rules for evaluation and completion of the course

The following conditions are set for the award of credit:

Attendance at classes and active participation in workshops
Work on practical assignments and projects
Continuous submission of work outputs

Teaching takes place in the classrooms of the FFA BUT in the hours determined by the schedule. Attendance is compulsory (2 unexcused absences allowed). Higher number of absences can be compensated by submitting an alternative assignment after agreement with the teachers.

Aims

The aim of the course is to introduce students to 3D printing technology and digital fabrication and examples of their applications in the field of art and design. Students will learn the rules of creating 3D models and designing for 3D printing or repairing them. They will also gain a basic understanding of printing materials, calibration of printing machines and the 3D printing process. On the basis of practical exercises, learners will gain the necessary knowledge and experience for further independent work in the field of spatial design using current technologies.

Gain basic knowledge of 3D printing technology and digital manufacturing. Independent work with 3D printer and its maintenance. Understanding of the 3D printing process and the ability to prepare a flawless model for 3D printing.

Study aids

Not applicable.

Prerequisites and corequisites

Not applicable.

Basic literature

CHUA, Chee Kai a Kah Fai LEONG. 3D printing and additive manufacturing: principles and applications. New Jersey: World Scientific, 2017.
KLOSKI, Liza Wallach a Nick KLOSKI. Začínáme s 3D tiskem. Brno: Computer Press, 2017.
Neil Hopkinson, Richard Hague, Philip Dickens, Rapid Manufacturing: An Industrial Revolution for the Digital Age

Type of course unit

Lecture

13 hod., compulsory

Teacher / Lecturer

doc. Mgr. Tomáš Medek

Syllabus

Introduction to 3D printing and digital manufacturing, history
3D printing technology and available printing materials
Comparison with other digital fabrication technologies
Ethical and environmental issues in 3D printing
Basic principles of 3D model making
Modifying and preparing 3D models for 3D printing
3D printer operation, maintenance and basic repair
Calibration of the 3D printer and setting of printing parameters
Choosing and selecting a suitable printing material
Optimization and preparation of 3D models for printing
Post-processing - cleaning, error correction and joining
Independent work on the project, mastering the entire printing process

Creative seminar

13 hod., compulsory

Teacher / Lecturer

MgA. Martin Králík, Ph.D.