Robotics 1.0 Lesson Plan
Lesson 19 : Introduction to 3D Printing

Purpose : Students will understand the fundamentals of 3D printing, learn about common 3D model file formats, install Anycubic Slicer Next, and understand the complete workflow of preparing a model for 3D printing.

No. of Classes

1 Class (Time : 1 Hour 30 Minutes)
Maximum 2 Students per Computer

Materials Required
  • Computer
  • Internet Connection
  • Anycubic Slicer Next
  • STL Files
  • 3D Printer (Optional)
Curriculum Content

Prior Knowledge

Basic Computer Operation Knowledge

Exercises

Exercise 1

Download and Install Anycubic Slicer Next

๐Ÿ‘‰Click here here to download the software.

๐Ÿ‘‰Click here here to watch how to download and install the software.

Exercise 2

Learn About STL, 3MF File Formats

๐Ÿ‘‰Click here to learn about STL, 3MF file formats.

Exercise 3

Understand the Complete 3D Printing Workflow

๐Ÿ“„ Click here to learn the complete 3D printing workflow.

๐ŸŽฅ Click here to watch how a 3D model is prepared and printed.

๐Ÿ‘‰Click here to download the 3D model.
Teacher's Instruction
  1. Discuss real-world applications of 3D printing in education, healthcare, engineering, architecture, and manufacturing.
  2. Explain the purpose and differences between STL, 3MF, file formats.
  3. Show a few sample 3D printed objects to help students understand the final output.
  4. Introduce Anycubic Slicer Next and explain the role of slicing software in converting 3D models into G-code.
  5. Demonstrate how to download and install Anycubic Slicer Next.
  6. Explain the complete 3D printing workflow: CAD Model โ†’ STL/3MF โ†’ Slicer โ†’ G-code โ†’ 3D Printer โ†’ Printed Object.
  7. Encourage students to explore free 3D models available on Printables for future activities.