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Volumes Of Revolution

Subject Area: Math
Learning Objectives: Students will learn the volumes of revolution.
Materials Needed: One computer, one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer, at least three spools of 3D Ink in different materials and weights per 2-5 students.
Brief Description: Students will print out visual aids they can use while learning about the volumes of revolution.
To Prepare: Students will need a computer that has the M3D software on it. We recommend one printer per every 2-5 students. The Micro or Micro+ 3D printer will need to be plugged into both the wall and the computer. Each printer will need to have a spool of 3D Ink feeding into the external port. A spool holder is also recommended.
If you need assistance with any of the above please see our guides at support.printm3d.com.
Lesson Plan:
  1. 1.
    Students will go online to: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2604524 and download the models.
  2. 2.
    Students will print and assemble the models. Please see the thingiverse page for specific instructions about printing the models.
  3. 3.
    Students now have a visual aid to reference while learning the volumes of revolution.
Note: These visual aids were designed to fit with the following lesson: