Tools and Training for the GCI 3D Print Farm
The GCI Print Farm is a student-operated 3D printing lab that provides accessible, hands-on fabrication services for learners and staff. Equipped with Bambu Lab A1, A1 Mini, and P1S printers, the farm supports everything from rapid prototyping to multi-color prints. Students learn the full workflow — from model selection and slicing to quality inspection and troubleshooting — through a structured five-day training program.
| File | Description |
|---|---|
| Intro to 3D Printing | All-in-one tabbed guide covering key concepts |
| Orientation | Pre-lab orientation activities for new students |
| Digital Notebook – Bambu A1 | Student digital notebook for recording print data |
| 3D Print Order Form | Submit a 3D print job request |
| Invoice Generator | Generate invoices for print jobs |
The training/ directory contains a complete five-day student training program, including instructor slides and student activity pages.
| Day | Slides |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Foundations of 3D Printing |
| Day 2 | From Model to Print Setup |
| Day 3 | Designing for 3D Printing — File Types and Tinkercad |
| Day 4 | Troubleshoot and Reflect |
| Day 5 | Capstone – Remix and Improve |
| Day | Focus | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Foundations of 3D Printing | Open Day 1 |
| Day 2 | From Model to Print Setup | Open Day 2 |
| Day 3 | Designing for 3D Printing — File Types and Tinkercad | Open Day 3 |
| Day 4 | Troubleshoot and Reflect | Open Day 4 |
| Day 5 | Capstone – Remix and Improve | Open Day 5 |
See the full Training README for details on the program structure, shared assets, and accessibility features.