3D Modeling |
3D Modeling Basics |
Use 3D design software to create three-dimensional models using component-based design |
3D Modeling |
3D Modeling Import and Export |
Demonstrate how to import and export models in 3D design software |
3D Modeling |
3D Modeling Intermediate |
Use 3D design software tools to create models that include custom shapes |
3D Modeling |
Industrial 3D Modeling Sketching |
Create and edit sketches and project edges. |
3D Modeling |
Industrial 3D Modeling Bodies |
Create and edit 3D bodies from sketches using tools |
3D Modeling |
Industrial 3D Modeling Professional Components |
Create and manage assemblies and animate movement of components |
3D Modeling |
Industrial 3D Modeling: Engineering Drawings |
Create professional 2D drawings to visualize a 3D Model |
3D Printing |
3D Pen User |
Explain 3D (length x height x width) versus 2D (length x width). |
3D Printing |
3D Pen Mechanic |
Change and/or load 3D pen filament |
3D Printing |
3D Model Preparation |
Prepare models for printing by effectively slicing 3D models |
3D Printing |
3D Model Slicing Customization (FDM or SLA) |
Adjust additional settings in slicing software to customize your printing experience |
3D Printing |
3D Printer Operator (FDM) |
Effectively prepare models for an FDM 3D printer, and successfully print 3D models. FDM or FFF printers are both a type of fused filament printer. Typical thermoplastics used in an FDM printer include PLA, ABS, Nylon, PETG, etc. |
3D Printing |
3D Print Finishing |
Apply proven techniques to finish prints once they are removed from a printer |
3D Printing |
3D Printer Technician (FDM) |
Demonstrate an understanding of how to troubleshoot and maintain an FDM 3D printer |
3D Printing |
3D Printer Operator (SLA - Resin) |
Effectively prepare models and operate an SLA/resin 3D printer safely and successfully. SLA (stereolithography) uses lasers to harden resin. SLA printers can produce products with greater resolution than FDM printers, however, FDM prints are typically larger and stronger. |
3D Printing |
3D Printer Technician (SLA - Resin) |
Demonstrate an understanding of how to troubleshoot and maintain an SLA 3D printer |
2D Digital Design |
Bitmap Design Beginner |
Interact with bitmap graphics using design software |
2D Digital Design |
Bitmap Design Intermediate |
Create and modify bitmap graphics using additional tools in design software |
2D Digital Design |
Designing for 2D Printing |
Effectively print using traditional inkjet and laserjet printers including adjusting for large format printing (such as poster printers) |
2D Digital Design |
Designing for Sublimation Printing |
Effectively transfer images to sublimation medium using a sublimation printer |
2D Digital Design |
Vector Design Beginner |
Use vector design software to create, modify, and export scalable, vector-based images |
2D Digital Design |
Vector Design Intermediate |
Use pen tools and node editing tools to modify and create vector designs |
2D Digital Design |
Vector Design Advanced |
Apply advanced techniques in vector graphic design software to create more intricate designs |
2D Digital Design |
Laser Cutter 3D Designer |
Use design software to create 3D objects from laser cut designs |
2D Digital Design |
Industrial CAD Beginner |
Use vector drawing for beginning stages of engineering design. |
2D Digital Design |
Industrial CAD Intermediate |
Use vector drawing for more detailed engineering design. |
2D Digital Design |
Industrial CAD Advanced |
Use advanced vector drawing for detailed engineering designs. |
Laser Cutting |
Laser Cutter Operator |
Effectively use a laser cutter to engrave and cut designs |
Laser Cutting |
Laser Cutter Technician |
Demonstrate proficiency with troubleshooting and maintaining a laser cutter |
Vinyl Cutting and Printing |
Vinyl Cutter Operator |
Effectively use a vinyl cutter |
Vinyl Cutting and Printing |
Vinyl Cutter Operator HTV |
Use heat transfer vinyl (HTV) with a vinyl cutter and heat press |
Vinyl Cutting and Printing |
Vinyl Printing and Cutting Operator |
Demonstrate proficiency in using an integrated vinyl printer and cutter |
CNC Machining |
CNC Router Operator |
Select materials, secure them to the spoil board, and prepare files |
CNC Machining |
CNC Router 3D Designer |
Use design software to create 3D objects from CNC router designs |
CNC Machining |
CNC Router 3D Designer Creating Shapes |
Using appropriate CAD/CAM software design a 3D model from a pre-made or original vector drawing using modeling and sculpting tools. |
CNC Machining |
CNC Router 3D Designer Wrapped Rotary Tool Basics |
Introduction to wrapped rotary machining. Demonstrate how to machine text onto a rotary part. |
CNC Machining |
Water Jet Cutter |
Water jet cutting is a manufacturing process that introduces an abrasive into a stream of high pressure water to cut various materials. Materials that can be cut include metals (aluminum, stainless steel), ceramics, hard plastics, and glass. |