CAT5-19 · HVAC, Plumbing, Refrigeration & Mechanical Services

3D Printing & Rapid Prototyping

FDM, SLA, and SLS additive manufacturing technologies, slicing software setup, design for additive manufacturing (DfAM) principles, and post-processing techniques for engineering applications.

What you will learn

• Explain FDM, SLA, and SLS 3D printing processes and compare their material capabilities and applications
• Prepare a 3D model for printing using Cura or PrusaSlicer with optimised layer, support, and infill settings
• Operate an FDM 3D printer safely, load and change filament, and troubleshoot common print failures
• Apply post-processing techniques including support removal, sanding, priming, and surface finishing

Who it's for

Open to all FET students. CAD experience in any package is helpful but not required.