Module 2 (16 Days) – 3D Design to Build Assignments
Students will learn basic concepts of 3D design, work in a 3D design environment learning basic tools and apps for design and 3D printer output.
Students will explore designing 3D objects and spaces using Trimble SketchUp, and a suite of iPad and computer apps from Autodesk. The Autodesk apps include 123d Design and Fusion 360. Skills in using perspective, space, measurement and scaling, will be developed. We will be using a variety of additional online 3D design resources for project ideas, and specific tutorials for assigned projects.
Trimble SketchUp and the Autodesk apps are free and available for PC and Macs, and iPads and Android tablets. I highly encourage students who have computer access at home to download it to use along with the class.
Projects include designing prototypes of common simple objects, and complex objects. Students will receive introductory instruction and specific project detail in the first few weeks of the term. As the class is project based, it lends itself to project collaboration.
Project image files and links (if needed) get uploaded to the ePortfolio on a page (kid to Design Technology) with the assignment title, the above description of the assignment, the .jpg perspectives, and a reflection statement (what did you do – restate the task, how did you do it – process, and how do you think it turned out).
FIRST ROUND STUDENTS
Sketchup and 123d Design – 3D CAD Environment Warm-Ups (Optional dependent on prior experience)
Description for the first 3 assignments) 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.
Assignment #1: Learn the Follow Me tool and create a Basic Bowl or Dome (Optional dependent on prior experience)
(5 points)
Quick Bowl/Dome Video Tutorial #1
Make a bowl or a dome in Sketchup – Step by Step
Assignment #2: Learn how to control basic shapes and Push/Pull or Extrude tool, subtract tool, and basic – Make a Simple Chair in Sketchup (Optional dependent on prior experience)
(5 points)
Assignment #3: Make a Chair in 123d Design (Optional dependent on prior experience)
(10 points)
How to make a simple chair in Sketchup or 123d Design
Extra Credit in Sketchup: 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
Assignment #4: 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
Assignment #4A: 123d Design Tutorial Basics Exercise 3: Soap Dish (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 – 15
Assignment #5: 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
Assignment #6: 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
Assignment #7: 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)
Luminaire Tutorial Link – Part 1
Points – 15
Assignment #7A – 2nd Rounders Option and Extra Credit for 1st Rounders: Patterns with 123d Design – Bowl Tutorial
Points – 5
Assignment #8: Creating A Simple Object Prototype (Individual): Solving a basic design problem (Time Permitting)
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
Points – 10
Extra Credit Fusion 360: 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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SECOND ROUND AND ADVANCED STUDENTS: FUSION 360 TUTORIALS AND ASSIGNMENTS:
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