Wednesday, April 22 9-noon
Teacher Matt Guy, Print Process Engineer founder of Niche 3D Inc.
Ever wondered how things are made with a 3D printer? In this hands-on workshop, kids will learn the basics of 3D design and additive manufacturing while creating a small object of their own.
Participants will be introduced to how 3D printers work, how digital designs become real objects, and how these tools are used in fields like engineering, manufacturing, and product design.
Kids will explore beginner-friendly design software and learn how to turn their ideas into simple printable models.
During the session, students will:
Learn how 3D printers work
Explore the basics of 3D design and modeling
Create a simple object to print
Watch a printer in action and understand the printing process
This workshop focuses on creativity, problem-solving, and hands-on making, giving kids a fun introduction to modern fabrication tools used by engineers, designers, and inventors. Class limited to 10.