- Level Foundation
- Duration 15 hours
- Course by University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
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About
This course will demonstrate how to use 3D printing software to create digital designs that can be turned into physical objects. It will also demonstrate how 3D scanners work to turn physical objects into digital designs. This course is hands-on in nature and will provide step-by-step instructions to guide you through two popular 3D modeling programs, Tinkercad and Fusion 360. Learners who complete this course will be able to use 3D software to design a wide variety of objects for both personal and professional use. In addition, learners who enroll in the course certificate will receive extended free access to Fusion 360 (provided by Autodesk).
Modules
About the Course
1
Assignment
- Orientation Quiz
1
Videos
- Welcome to 3D Printing Software!
3
Readings
- Syllabus
- About the Discussion Forums
- Glossary
About Your Classmates
1
Discussions
- Getting to Know Your Classmates
2
Readings
- Updating Your Profile
- Social Media
Module 1 Information
1
Videos
- Introduction to Sketching
1
Readings
- Module 1 Overview
Lesson 1-1: Sketching
2
Videos
- Why We Sketch
- Sketchbook Basics
Module 1 Activities
1
Assignment
- Module 1
1
Peer Review
- Module 1: Shapes
Module 2 Information
1
Videos
- Tinkercad
2
Readings
- Module 2 Overview
- Lesson Links
Module 2 Activities
1
Assignment
- Module 2 Quiz
1
Peer Review
- Tinkercad Assignment
Module 3 Information
1
Videos
- Introduction to Fusion 360
1
Readings
- Module 3 Overview
Lesson 3-1: Navigating the User Interface
2
Videos
- Navigating the User Interface
- Managing Files in Data Panel and A360
Lesson 3-2: Working with Primitives
1
Videos
- Working with Primitives
Lesson 3-3: Sketch-Based Construction
2
Videos
- Sketch-Based Construction
- Additional Help with Sketch-based Tools
Lesson 3-4: Using Bodies and Components
3
Videos
- Using Bodies and Components
- Creating Bodies 1
- Creating Bodies 2
Module 3 Activities
1
Assignment
- Module 3 Quiz
1
Peer Review
- Fusion (Basic)
Module 4 Information
1
Videos
- Pushing the Purple Button
1
Readings
- Module 4 Overview
Lesson 4-1: Sculpting
4
Videos
- Using the Sculpt Tool 1
- Using the Sculpt Tool 2
- Using the Sculpt Tool 3
- Using the Sculpt Tool 4
Lesson 4-2: Rendering
2
Videos
- Why to Render
- How to Render
Module 4 Activities
1
Assignment
- Module 4 Quiz
1
Peer Review
- Fusion (Advanced)
Module 5 Information
1
Videos
- Introduction to 3D Scanning
1
Readings
- Module 5 Overview
Lesson 5-1: 3D Scanning from CU Fab Lab
1
Videos
- Examples of 3D Scanning from CUC Fab Lab
Lesson 5-2: Microsoft Kinect and Structure Sensor for iPad
1
Videos
- Microsoft Kinect and Structure Sensor for iPad
Lesson 5-3: Next Engine
1
Videos
- Next Engine
Lesson 5-4: Your Smartphone and 123D Catch
1
Videos
- Your Smartphone and 123D Catch
Lesson 5-5: Post-processing
1
Videos
- Post-processing Your 3D Scans
Lesson 5-6: What Will You Scan
3
Videos
- What Will You Scan?
- Visualization Lab at the Beckman Institute
- Photogrammetry: An Artist’s Perspective
Module 5 Activities
1
Assignment
- Module 5 Quiz
1
Peer Review
- Scanning
1
Discussions
- 3D Scanning as a disruptor
Wrapping Up the Course
1
Discussions
- Final Reflections
2
Videos
- 3D Printing Software Wrap-Up
- Gies Online Programs
1
Readings
- Congratulations on completing the course!

Jeffrey Smith