Additive Manufacturing 101

• Overview of different additive manufacturing technologies (FDM, SLA, SLS, DMLS, etc.)
• Explanation of each technology’s principles, advantages, and limitations

Next, we delve into Additive Manufacturing Technologies and Processes, where you’ll explore different AM technologies such as FDM, SLA, SLS, DMLS, and more. Through in-depth explanations and live demonstrations, you’ll understand the principles, advantages, and limitations of each technology. 

• Design guidelines and considerations for additive manufacturing
• Topology optimization and generative design for additive manufacturing
• Light-weighting strategies and lattice structures in design

In this critical module, you’ll learn how to optimize designs for AM. We’ll cover design guidelines, topology optimization, generative design, and light-weighting strategies. 

• Introduction to materials used in additive manufacturing (polymers, metals, composites, etc.)
• Material properties and selection considerations
• Availability and compatibility of materials with specific additive manufacturing processes

Materials play a vital role in AM, and our Materials for Additive Manufacturing module will equip you with the knowledge to make informed decisions. You’ll explore a range of materials used in AM, such as polymers, metals, and composites. We’ll discuss material properties, selection considerations, and their compatibility with specific AM processes.

• Overview of post-processing techniques for additive manufacturing parts
• Surface finishing methods, polishing, and colouring options
• Inspection methods and quality control measures for additive manufacturing parts

Post-Processing and Quality Control are vital aspects of AM, and this module will guide you through various techniques. You’ll learn about post-processing methods, surface finishing, and quality control measures for AM parts. 

• Introduction to the economic implications of additive manufacturing
• Introduction to cost analysis, ROI assessment, and business models for additive manufacturing
• Discussion on emerging trends, advancements, and future opportunities in additive manufacturing

Economic Considerations and Future Trends will provide insights into the economic implications of AM. You’ll gain an understanding of cost analysis, ROI assessment, and business models associated with AM. We’ll also explore emerging trends, advancements, and future opportunities in the rapidly evolving world of AM.

• Applying design principles and guidelines discussed earlier in the workshop
• Facilitated group discussions and feedback on the exercise

This module is an exciting opportunity for you to apply what you’ve learned throughout the course. Working in participant groups, you’ll undertake a capstone project specific to your industry. This hands-on experience will enable you to apply design principles and receive feedback from experts. 

• Open floor for participants to ask questions and seek clarification
• Summarising key takeaways and learning outcomes from the workshop
• Providing additional resources and references for further exploration

In the Q&A and Wrap-up session, you’ll have the opportunity to seek clarifications, ask questions, and summarize the key takeaways from the course. We’ll provide additional resources and references for further exploration, ensuring your learning journey continues beyond the course.

• Overview of different additive manufacturing technologies (FDM, SLA, SLS, DMLS, etc.)
• Explanation of each technology’s principles, advantages, and limitations

Next, we delve into Additive Manufacturing Technologies and Processes, where you’ll explore different AM technologies such as FDM, SLA, SLS, DMLS, and more. Through in-depth explanations and live demonstrations, you’ll understand the principles, advantages, and limitations of each technology. This hands-on session will provide you with a firsthand experience of how these technologies work and their potential applications.

• Design guidelines and considerations for additive manufacturing
• Topology optimization and generative design for additive manufacturing
• Light-weighting strategies and lattice structures in designs

In this critical module, you’ll learn how to optimize designs for AM. We’ll cover design guidelines, topology optimization, generative design, and light-weighting strategies.

• Introduction to materials used in additive manufacturing (polymers, metals, composites, etc.)
• Material properties and selection considerations
• Availability and compatibility of materials with specific additive manufacturing processes

Materials play a vital role in AM, and our Materials for Additive Manufacturing module will equip you with the knowledge to make informed decisions. You’ll explore a range of materials used in AM, such as polymers, metals, and composites. We’ll discuss material properties, selection considerations, and their compatibility with specific AM processes.

• Overview of post-processing techniques for additive manufacturing parts
• Surface finishing methods, polishing, and colouring options
• Inspection methods and quality control measures for additive manufacturing parts

Post-Processing and Quality Control are vital aspects of AM, and this module will guide you through various techniques. You’ll learn about post-processing methods, surface finishing, and quality control measures for AM parts.

• Introduction to the economic implications of additive manufacturing
• Introduction to cost analysis, ROI assessment, and business models for additive manufacturing

Economic Considerations and Future Trends will provide insights into the economic implications of AM. You’ll gain an understanding of cost analysis, ROI assessment, and business models associated with AM. We’ll also explore emerging trends, advancements, and future opportunities in the rapidly evolving world of AM.

• Participant-groups to work on a mini-capstone project specific to their industries
• Applying design principles and guidelines discussed earlier in the course
• Facilitated group discussions and feedback on the exercise

This module is an exciting opportunity for you to apply what you’ve learned throughout the course. Working in participant-groups, you’ll undertake a capstone project specific to your industry. This hands-on experience will enable you to apply design principles and receive feedback from experts. The facility tour is an added benefit, providing an opportunity to witness these machines first-hand.

• Open floor for participants to ask questions and seek clarification
• Summarising key takeaways and learning outcomes from the workshop
• Providing additional resources and references for further exploration

In the Q&A and Wrap-up session, you’ll have the opportunity to seek clarifications, ask questions, and summarize the key takeaways from the workshop. We’ll provide additional resources and references for further exploration, ensuring your learning journey continues beyond the workshop.