AM 101

Categories: Design, Engineering, Management
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LAUNCHING ON 1st JANUARY 2025.
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AM101 is your gateway to the exciting world of Additive Manufacturing (AM), commonly known as 3D printing. This course covers the fundamentals of AM, including its history, key technologies, applications, and how it is transforming industries worldwide. Throughout the course, you’ll explore AM design principles, engineering processes, and how AM can be integrated into business strategies. You’ll also learn how to evaluate when AM is the right solution and when traditional methods might be more appropriate. Whether you’re an industry professional, student, or entrepreneur, AM101 will equip you with the knowledge and skills to take your first step into this transformative field. By the end of the course, you’ll have a solid foundation in AM and a clear idea of how to apply it in your career or projects.

 

 

 

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What Will You Learn?

  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of AM technologies and their applications.
  • Learn key design principles for creating effective AM projects.
  • Explore AM materials and the production workflow.
  • Understand the business aspects and strategic integration of AM.
  • Build a foundation to explore advanced topics in AM.

Course Content

Week 0: Getting Started
This introductory week will help you familiarize yourself with the course, the online platform, and best practices for succeeding in AM101. You'll learn how to navigate the materials and set yourself up for an enjoyable and productive learning experience.

  • Welcome and Course Overview.
    00:00
  • Navigating the Online Learning Platform.
    00:00
  • Setting Expectations and Best Practices.
    00:00
  • Course Expectations and Platform Navigation.

Week 1: Overview and Scope of Additive Manufacturing
In Week 1, you'll explore the basics of Additive Manufacturing, including its history, the various technologies involved, and how it is applied across different industries. This foundational knowledge sets the stage for deeper learning in the following weeks.

Week 2: Design Principles in AM
Week 2 focuses on the design aspects of AM. You'll dive into the principles of design for AM, get hands-on with 3D modeling, and learn about cutting-edge concepts like computational design and architectured materials.

Week 3: Engineering Aspects of AM
This week covers the technical engineering aspects of AM. You'll learn about the different materials used in AM, the production workflow from start to finish, and how to ensure quality in your AM projects.

Week 4: Management and Business Aspects of AM
The final week dives into the business and management side of AM. You’ll learn how to integrate AM into business strategies, manage AM projects effectively, and explore future trends and innovations that are shaping the future of AM.