DT MODULE 2 – 3D DESIGN TO BUILD
Sketchup – 3D CAD Environment Warm-Ups
Students will do the two Sketchup tutorials as a warm-up to working in 123d Design and a 3D design environment. Students will used their assigned computers and Sketchup to produce two simple 3D objects from tutorials linked below. They can also do an extra credit tutorial for additional practice and points. Students will take screen shots from at least 2 perspectives to show the design of the objects. They will upload the screen shots to their ePortfolios with a description from my site and include a reflection of their work.
Sketchup Tutorials: *Required
*Learn the Follow Me tool and create a basic bowl or dome – 5 points
Quick Bowl/Dome Video Tutorial #1
Make a bowl or a dome in Sketchup – Step by Step
*Learn how to control basic shapes and Push/Pull or Extrude tool – 10 points
How to make a simple chair in Sketchup or 123d Design
Build your 3D Sketchup Skills with the Vase Exercise below: Extra Credit – 10 points
123d Design How to Create a Vase
How to Create a vase in Sketchup
Sketchup Resources
Sketchup tutorials for all levels
First Round Student Assignments:
1. 123d Design Tutorial Basics Exercise 1: Simple Funnel (Print optional for extra credit 5 points)
Students will follow the step by step 123d Design Tutorial Basics Exercise 1(using headphones) to gain more thorough tool use and application. Students may consult each other in small groups while completing this tutorial exercise. Screen shots of the finished pieces (at least 2 perspectives) will be included in their ePortfolio assignment page. Estimated time to completion – 1-2 class sessions.
Points – 5
2. 123d Design Tutorial Basics Exercise 2: Mallet and Board (Not printed)
Students will follow the step by step 123d Design Tutorial Basics Exercise 1(using headphones) to gain more thorough tool use and application. Students may consult each other in small groups while completing this tutorial exercise. Screen shots of the finished pieces (at least 2 perspectives) will be included in their ePortfolio assignment page. Estimated time to completion – 2-3 class sessions.
Points – 10
3. 123d Design Tutorial Basics Exercise 3 – Small Boat (Printed)
Students will follow the step by step 123d Design Tutorial Basics Exercise 2(using headphones) to gain more thorough tool use and application. Students may consult each other in small groups while completing this tutorial exercise. Students will export their finished boat and oars as one or two .stl files and put the in the printer queue for printing. Screen shots (at least 2 perspectives) will be included in their ePortfolio assignment page, along with 2 pictures of the printed piece. Estimated time to completion – 2-3 class sessions.
Points – 10
4. 123d Design Application Exercise 4 – Luminaire (Printed)
Students will be introduced to the Luminaire project in a class demonstration, then follow example on video and in class demo to complete the assignment. Students may consult each other in small groups while completing this project. Note: 1. Must build a small platform/base at 5-8mm thick. 2. Must find a suitable pattern to subtract out for the sides. Students will export their finished luminaire as an .stl file and put the in the printer queue for printing. Screen shots (at least 2 perspectives) will be included in their ePortfolio assignment page, along with 2 pictures of the printed piece. Estimated time to completion – 2-4 class sessions.
Luminaire Example (Midway through video – can substitute “follow me” inner/outer layers, using sphere and shell tool (inner) to 3-4mm)
Points – 20
5. Creating A Simple Object Prototype (Individual): Solving a basic design problem
Students will explore different software applications for creating a simple 3D prototype design. As a class we will brainstorm ideas for replicating and/or customizing designs for common simple objects that are used to solve routine problems. Ideas can be found at the following links:
50 Cool Things to Print, 30 Cool Useful 3D Print Ideas, 3D Print Ideas Links, 8 Simple 3D Printing Ideas, 3D Printing Projects, 3d Rubber Band Car
Extra Credit 123d Design Exercise: Earbud Holder (Printed)
Students will follow the step by step 123d Design Tutorial Basics Exercise 1(using headphones) to gain more thorough tool use and application. Students may consult each other in small groups while completing this tutorial exercise. Screen shots of the finished pieces (at least 2 perspectives) will be included in their ePortfolio assignment page. Estimated time to completion – 1-2 class sessions.
Points – 5
1. (ASA)123d Design Exercise: Lego Ice Cube Mold (Printed)
Students will follow the step by step 123d Design Tutorial Basics Exercise 1(using headphones) to gain more thorough tool use and application. Students may consult each other in small groups while completing this tutorial exercise. Screen shots of the finished pieces (at least 2 perspectives) will be included in their ePortfolio assignment page. Estimated time to completion – 1-2 class sessions.
Lego Ice Cube Mold Tutorial Link
Points – 10
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FUSION 360 TUTORIALS AND ASSIGNMENTS
(ALL STUDENTS) Fusion 360 Beginners Tutorials – MUST DO THESE FIRST BEFORE DOING THE ASSIGNMENTS BELOW!
A. 5 Tips and Tricks – 5 Essential Tips
Create a page on your ePortfolio titled Fusion 360 Intro (kid to parent 3D Design) Make a numbered list of the 5 Tips introduced in the video. Points – 5
B. Basic Tools – Create a Hollow Dice
On the same Fusion 360 Intro Page show at least 2 perspective screen shots of your completed “Hollow Dice” project. Points – 10
2a. (ALL) Turtle Shell Design – Printed
Students will follow the step by step Fusion 360 Tutorial (using headphones) to gain more thorough tool use and application. Students may consult each other in small groups while completing this tutorial exercise. Screen shots of the finished pieces (at least 2 perspectives) will be included in their ePortfolio assignment page. Estimated time to completion – 2-3 class sessions.
Points – 15
2b. (ALL) Fusion 360: Star Designs (Printed)
Students will follow the step by step Fusion 360 Tutorial (using headphones) to gain more thorough tool use and application. Students may consult each other in small groups while completing this tutorial exercise. Screen shots of the finished pieces (at least 2 perspectives) will be included in their ePortfolio assignment page. Estimated time to completion – 2-3 class sessions.
Points – 10
2c. Fusion 360: (ASA) Fidget Bolt and Nut (Printed)
Students will follow the step by step Fusion 360 Tutorial (using headphones) to gain more thorough tool use and application. Students may consult each other in small groups while completing this tutorial exercise. Screen shots of the finished pieces (at least 2 perspectives) will be included in their ePortfolio assignment page. Estimated time to completion – 2-3 class sessions.
Points – 15
2d. Fusion 360: (ASA) Pen Holder & Organizer (Printed)
NOTE: This is a fast video, watch it a few times. After completing the Fusion 360 Beginner Tutorials and at least one of the beginning projects, students should be able to complete a reasonable facsimile of this product.
Students will follow the step by step Fusion 360 Tutorial (using headphones) to gain more thorough tool use and application. Students may consult each other in small groups while completing this tutorial exercise. Screen shots of the finished pieces (at least 2 perspectives) will be included in their ePortfolio assignment page. Estimated time to completion – 2-3 class sessions.
Pen Holder Organizer Tutorial Link
Points – 20
3. (ASA) Fusion 360 Application Exercise – Luminaire (Printed)
Students will be introduced to the Luminaire project in a class demonstration, then follow the step by step instructions to complete the assignment. Advanced students may consult each other in small groups while completing this project and will use Fusion 360 to complete the porject. Students will export their finished luminaire as an .stl file and put the in the printer queue for printing. Screen shots (at least 2 perspectives) will be included in their ePortfolio assignment page, along with 2 pictures of the printed piece. Estimated time to completion – 2-3 class sessions.
Tutorial Link
Points – 20
4. (ASA)Fusion 360 Application Exercise – Lamp Shade (Printed)
Students will follow the step by step tutorial instructions to complete the assignment. Advanced students may consult each other in small groups while completing this project and will use Fusion 360 to complete the porject. Students will export their finished lamp shade as an .stl file and put the in the printer queue for printing. Screen shots (at least 2 perspectives) will be included in their ePortfolio assignment page, along with 2 pictures of the printed piece. Estimated time to completion – 2-3 class sessions.
Points – 20
5. Creating A Complex Object Prototype (Individual): Solving a complex design problem
Students will explore different software applications for creating a complex 3D prototype design(s). As a class we will brainstorm ideas for replicating and/or customizing designs for common objects that are used to solve routine problems. Examples might include designing a set of gears that will be used in conjunction with an shaft to turn or move another object, a protective device for smart phones (custom designed smart phone case), etc. Detail in specifying measures for design elements becomes essential to successful builds.
Students will use 123d Design and/or Fusion 360 to “solve” their problem. Files will be exported as .stl for printing
Project ideas can be found at the following links:
50 Cool Things to Print, 30 Cool Useful 3D Print Ideas
Points – 20
6. Engineering Project: Bridge Design and Load Testing Data
Students will follow the step by step lesson provided at the accompanying link. They will print the necessary components to design and build a bridge(s) to maximize load bearing weight trials. The specifications and data collection sheet for trials is included in the lesson link as well as the STL files necessary for printing and building the bridges. Students can collaborate in teams of 2, but must build their own bridges and complete individual trials and data collection.
Points – 20