Intro to 3D Printing – Level 1

Short Description

Design your first custom 3D print and learn how slicer settings affect real-world results.

Full Description

This is a hands-on introduction to 3D printing using Orca Slicer.

You will not just watch a printer run — you will design a simple custom keychain, prepare it for printing, and explore how slicer settings influence strength, time, and material usage.

By the end of this session, you will understand how digital design becomes a physical object — and how your input decisions affect the outcome.

This class establishes the foundation for all future workshops.

What You’ll Learn

• Basic navigation inside Orca Slicer
• Simple design tools for creating custom objects
• How to prepare a model for printing
• Where to find ready-to-print models
• 5 key global process settings and how changing them affects:

• Print time

• Material usage

• Strength

• Surface quality

You will actively experiment with settings and see the data change in real time.

What You’ll Create

• A custom-designed keychain prepared for printing

(Printing may complete after class depending on queue timing.)

Who This Class Is For

• Absolute beginners
• Curious first-timers
• Parents + kids
• Anyone considering buying a printer

No prior experience required.

Prerequisites

Install Orca Slicer before arrival using the provided video instructions.

Bring your laptop if possible.

Duration

75–90 Minutes (In-Person)

Capacity

Maximum 6 participants

Price

$35 per participant