3D Printing and Digital Fabrication for Creative Industries 1

• 13 hrs lectures
• 13 hrs seminar

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.

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.

• Neil Hopkinson, Richard Hague, Philip Dickens, Rapid Manufacturing: An Industrial Revolution for the Digital Age
• 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.

1. Introduction to 3D printing and digital manufacturing, history
2. 3D printing technology and available printing materials
3. Comparison with other digital fabrication technologies
4. Ethical and environmental issues in 3D printing
5. Basic principles of 3D model making
6. Modifying and preparing 3D models for 3D printing
7. 3D printer operation, maintenance and basic repair
8. Calibration of the 3D printer and setting of printing parameters
9. Choosing and selecting a suitable printing material
10. Optimization and preparation of 3D models for printing
11. Post-processing - cleaning, error correction and joining
12. Independent work on the project, mastering the entire printing process

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.