DRFT 109 - Digital Fabrication

1 Credits: (1 lecture, 1 lab)

Course Description
This course is an introduction to personal digital fabrication, an essential skill for future STEM success. Students will learn how to be “makers” by using various types of open source 3D modeling software and fabrication equipment. In this project based learning environment, students will learn the basics of 3D printing, laser engraving/cutting, and other digital fabrication tools.

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Objectives
The student will be able to:

A. Use digital fabrication tools in the production of physical objects.

B. Demonstrate a hands-on understanding of the multiple functions and processes of a digital fabrication lab.

C. Use software to design the components of parts or products.

D. Produce physical parts from software models.

Content
A. Lab safety.

B. 3D printing.

C. Laser cutting/engraving.

D. Post processing of digital prototypes.

E. Open source modeling software.

F. Metrology.

G. CNC routing (as available).

Student Evaluation
The objectives will be evaluated as follows:  A, B, C, and D will be evaluated using some combination of projects, attendance, quizzes, and a final project presentation.