Overview:
This workshop introduces 3D printing to the beginners. Participants will learn the basic skills of operating a user-friendly 3D printer and the various online sources to explore further. Whether you want to explore possible business applications, try it out for leisurely pursuits or have your kids develop a new skill which may assist in his/her overall learning, this workshop is a good starting point. No prior experience in 3D printing required.

For users who have experiences in 3D printing and would just like to know how to operate the Robox. Please refer to the “Robox 3D Printer Induction” class.

Languages
English and Chinese

Main Takeaways

● Basic printer operations
● Make 4 sample prints (2 participants sharing 1 printer; 2 sample prints for each participant)
● Introduce Thingiverse
● Learn a simple CAD tool (Blockscad/Openscad) to add text to an existing design

Preparation:
No prior knowledge required
Wear long pants, close-fitted shirt (avoid loose clothing as they might get caught by the machines)
Wear closed-toe non-slip shoes (no sandals)
Tie up long hair and avoid loose accessories
Bring your own laptop!

Enrollment
MakerBay reserves the right to reschedule or cancel an enrollment at any time due to the class size of less than a minimum of 3 students per class.
MakerBay reserves the right to change the class instructor for courses or individual private lessons as deemed appropriate or necessary. MakerBay is not required to provide prior notice for such arrangements.
Requests to switch courses or skip course levels will be subject to MakerBay’s assessment and course availability.

Class Cancellations
For classes cancelled due to unexpected public health warnings, i.e. swine flu, MakerBay will try to accommodate the majority with makeup classes but with no guarantee.
Classes will not be cancelled during AMBER or RED rainstorm signal.
For classes cancelled due to severe weather conditions, such as Typhoon 8 or above, or BLACK rainstorm signal, MakerBay will try to make accommodate the majority with no guarantee.
Classes will not be cancelled if weather signals for Typhoon 8 or Black Rain are lowered four hours before the scheduled start time of the class

USE OF IMAGES & VIDEO
Workshop attendees are permitted to film themselves/friends/fellow participants (with permission) during the practical phases of the workshop for their own personal use / social media etc.
MakerBay reserves the right to take photographs or videos during the operation of any workshop or part thereof and to use the resulting photography in whole or in part for promotional purposes, including, but not limited to: advertising and publicity both in print and electronic media. By signing a workshop/class with MakerBay, participants agree to allow their images to be used in such promotions; participants who prefer that their image not be used are asked to identify themselves to the MakerBay at the commencement of the workshop.