Wed, 05 Jul
|Cowbridge
Introduction to 3D Printing
Discover how to add value to your business with a 1-day introduction to 3D printing in partnership with Bridgend College & Lunia 3D!
Time & Location
05 Jul 2023, 09:00 – 17:00
Cowbridge, Unit 12c, Pant Wilkin Stables, Cowbridge CF71 7GX, UK
About the Workshop
Programme Overview
Learn how 3D printing can  add value to your business with this one-day hands-on workshop. Discover different printing technologies, analyse printing materials by application, and learn to set-up and calibrate a 3D printer to create  accurate three-dimensional products. Calculate the return on investment of 3D printing for your business, and learn about complementary technologies such as 3D scanning.
Modules
- An overview 3D printing technologies
- The 3D printing process
- Materials analysis by application
- 3D printing calibration and accuracy
- Comparison to traditional methods such as CNC machining
- Calculating return on investment
- 3D scanning
Entry Requirements
There  are no prerequisite entry requirements for this programme. This  programme is suitable for engineers, technicians, and other business and  technical professionals.
Progression
After  completing this programme, you could study a 2D and 3D Computer Aided Design (CAD) short course, or materials science or design engineering at  level 3 or above depending on experience.
Funding Eligibility
Eligibility  criteria for funding applies. A member of the team will discuss your  eligibility for funding during your application.