Lecture 1

Course materials and resources

Files

History of 3D Printing Timeline

PDF Document

Short 5 Minute History

Quick overview of 3D printing history

History of 3D Printing Full Background

Comprehensive history and development

How Printers Have Changed in Just 7 Years

Evolution of 3D printing technology

"What industry will be most affected by additive manufacturing in the next 20 years?"

Why did 3D printing take so long to become mainstream?

What role did patents play?

Hot Glue Drawing Competition

Hands-on activity to introduce students to the concept of additive manufacturing by creating designs with hot glue.