MANF3200 - 03B - Additive Manufacturing

This course introduces the fundamental principles and applications of additive manufacturing (AM) technologies. Students explore various 3D printing techniques, from material extrusion to powder bed fusion, and their use across different industries. Emphasis is placed on understanding design considerations, software tools, and material properties essential for successful AM. Key topics include part orientation, mechanical properties, post-processing, and machine terminology. Through hands-on lab experiences, students design, fabricate, and test a functional 3D-printed mechanism, integrating knowledge from the course to create efficient and practical designs.