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Week - 1 |
Course Introduction and Introduction to Digital Fabrication: Lesson plan, workshop safety, CAD/CAM concepts and their relationship to advanced model production. |
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Week - 2 |
3D Modeling and CAD-Based Manufacturing: Introduction to software such as Rhino, Fusion, SolidWorks and modeling principles suitable for manufacturing. |
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Week - 3 |
3D Printer Technologies: 3D printer types such as FDM, SLA, SLS, printing settings, material selections, prototype production. |
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Week - 4 |
3D Printing Applications: Optimizing CAD data, pre-press preparation, support structures, slicing software. |
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Week - 5 |
Advanced Laser Cutting Techniques: Vector drawing preparation, laser settings according to material types, multi-part assembly applications. |
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Week - 6 |
CNC Milling and Engraving Methods: CAM workflow, material fixing, cutting inserts, surface processing with depth parameters. |
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Week - 7 |
Midterm Exam and Portfolio Evaluation: Presentation of technical drawings and production files, production process analysis and evaluation. |
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Week - 8 |
Functional Prototyping and Mechanism Modeling: Integration of movable components into the prototype |
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Week - 9 |
Assembly and Connection Methods: Testing and applications of snap-fit, magnetic connection, screwing and plug-in systems. |
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Week - 10 |
Molding and Vacuum Forming: Thermoforming materials, molding and forming studies with vacuum technique. |
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Week - 11 |
Resin and Casting Techniques: Two-piece molds, silicone mold making, resin casting and duplication processes. |
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Week - 12 |
Surface Treatments and Post-Processing: Sanding, filler applications, priming and coating techniques before painting. |
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Week - 13 |
Preparing a Model for Presentation: Making the prototype ready for presentation with labeling, presentation stand, lighting, realistic details |
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Week - 14 |
Final Presentation and Critique: Presentation of functional prototypes, description of the design process, individual feedback and evaluation. |
Eskisehir Technical University Info Package