An Introduction to 3D modeling and 3D printing

About this course

The core activity in any CAD system is the development of the 3D model which can then be used in a various field of applications including 3D printing. This course focuses on CAD/CAM systems for 3D modeling and 3D printing, with emphasis on the mechanical design which is the largest application area of technology internationally. Different 3d modeling techniques, including surface modeling, solid modeling, industrial design and reverse engineering are described. Furthermore this course presents current 3d rapid prototyping and 3D printing technologies & applications, such as stereolithography, selective laser sintering, fused deposit modeling and metal binder jetting.

Expected learning outcomes

The Learning Outcomes of the module ‘An Introduction to Laser Physics and Applications’ are the following:

  • to be able to understand the principles of 3D modeling & printing
  • to be able to apply the 3D modeling and 3D printing (mainly in the face-to-face format)
  • to be demonstrate 3D modeling & printing

Indicative Syllabus

    Lecture 01: Introduction to Computer Aided Design
    Lecture 02: CAD/CAM systems in the product development cycle
    Lecture 03: Industrial Applications of CAD/CAM Systems
    Lecture 04: Industrial Design
    Lecture 05: Basic Surface Modelling
    Lecture 06: 3D models from reverse engineering
    Lecture 07: Solid modeling & Parametric Design
    Lecture 08: Sheetmetals
    Lecture 09: Prototyping
    Lecture 10: Rapid Prototyping
    Lecture 11: 3D Printing Technologies
    Lecture 12: 3D Printing Applications
    Lecture 13: Review of the Module

    Teaching / Learning Methodology

    Lectures (online, face to face): Every week three hours

    Seminars: One seminar per two weeks where an external/invited speakers interacts with our students in Laser Applications

    Recommended Reading

    TBA

    Prerequisites

    Start Date

    2023

    End Date

    2024

    Apply

    2023

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    Local Course Code

    TBA

    Cycle

    TBA

    Year of study

    TBA

    Language

    English

    Study Load

    Lectures: 36 hrs
    Homework/Study Time 108 hrs
    Seminars: 12 hrs
    In total 156 hours 5ECTS

    Mode of delivery

    Final Test (100% of the overall grade)

    Instructors

    Dr. Manolis Maravelakis

    Course coordinator

    Dr. Manolis Maravelakis

    E-mail

    marvel@hmu.gr