# Welcome At M3D we believe that additive manufacturing, also known as 3D printing, is going to revolutionize the way things are made. We want to be at the forefront of making the Star Trek Replicator a real thing. To that end, our educational material is all about teaching students how 3D printing works in the life cycle of taking an idea and making it a reality. We believe 3D printing is the shop class of 2020 and as such will grow students' passion for education. Our lesson plans are broken down by grade level and by subject, focusing on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math). We believe every subject area can benefit from having 3D printers in the classroom. 3D printers add a visual and tactile component to lessons which helps enrich the learning experience. For example, printing out gears and designing a gear train allows engineering students to better understand CAD, gear boxes, and drive trains while math students can use the same gears to calculate gear ratios and torque changes. These students get to watch the parts as they are printing, touch the parts as they assemble them, and validate their equations by interacting with the running gear box. All the while gaining knowledge about technology that is transforming the way things are made across the world. Our lesson plans were designed for the classroom, to be completed by students working in small groups of 2-5 students. Each group would have a printer, a laptop with a USB and access to an outlet. We feel that this approach allows each student to get the most our of each lesson. Lastly, our lesson plans are building up to something. The advanced area of the lesson plan section is a complete encyclopedia of 3D printing knowledge that can be used to augment the K-12 lesson plans or be assembled into a college level course on ideation, design, and how 3D printing fits into the future of manufacturing. # Lesson Plans # K - 2 | Plan Name | Grade Level | Description | Science | Technology | Engineering | Art | Math | | ------------- | ----------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------- | ---------- | ----------- | --- | ---- | | Color Change | K - 2 | Students try and measure what temperature causes the filament to change color | x | | | | | | Find & Print | K - 2 | Students search the M3D model aimal library and print an animal | | x | | | | | Build Bridge | K - 2 | Students print out bridge blocks and work together to assemble the bridge puzzle | | | x | | | | Print & Paint | K - 2 | Students print a teapot and then paint the teapot | | | | x | | | 2D Shapes | K - 2 | Students print 2D shapes with the name of the shape on them | | | | | x | | Big Numbers | K - 2 | Students print large numbers that grow in size to help them understand which numbers are bigger than others | | | | | x | # Color Change **Subject Area: Science** Learning Objectives: Students will be able to measure temperature of running water and learn that temperature can cause chemical changes in certain kinds of plastic. Materials Needed: A sink, one thermometer, one computer, one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer and one 250ft Chameleon 3D Ink filament spool per 2-5 students. If you print the models ahead of time, we recommend having one print per every two students. Brief Description: Students will learn about how different temperatures can cause chameleon prints to change color. They will try to measure what temperature causes the filament to change color. 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 250ft spool of Chameleon 3D Ink feeding into the external port. A spool holder is also recommended to hold the filament as it feeds into the printer. If you need assistance with any of the above please see our guides at support.printm3d.com. You will need to decide which Chameleon filament you would like to use for this lesson. Our Chameleon 3D Ink changes to a rich white color when exposed to a specific temperature. It is available in 4 temperature modes, Hot (60°C/140°F), Warm (45°C/113°F), Touch (30°C/86°F), and Ice (15°C/59°F). Please see more about our Chameleon 3D Ink here: You can either print the models to use ahead of time, or have the students find & print a model following our find and print lesson plan here: . For this lesson we recommend a simple model such as this one: . **Lesson Plan:** 1. You can either give each pair or small group of students one Chameleon print or a few Chameleon prints in a variety of temperature modes. 2. Have the students take their prints over to a sink and run water over the print. 3. They should keep changing the temperature of the water until they see the color change reaction happening. 4. Once the color begins to change, ask students to measure the temperature of the water. See how closely their measurement lines up to the temperature at which the print is supposed to change color. # Find & Print Subject Area: Technology Learning Objectives: Students will be able to find a 3D model online, upload it to 3D printing software, and print a 3D model. Materials Needed: One computer, one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer, and one 250ft PLA 3D Ink filament spool per 2-5 students. Brief Description: Students will learn how to find a 3D model of an animal online, upload it to 3D printing software, and print a 3D model. 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 250ft spool of PLA 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\. Students will go online to: and type “animal” in the search bar. Alternatively, they could search for the name of the animal they would like to print, such as “Tiger.” 2\. Once they have selected the model they would like to print, they need to download it to the computer. 3\. Open the M3D software on the computer and upload the model. 4\. If the model is too large, scale the model to a desired size and click print. 5\. Once the print has completed, remove it from the print bed. Students now have a 3D printed animal they can take home.\ Updated: Mar 16 (4 months ago) **Other Articles** * [Directory of K-2 Lesson Plans](https://support.printm3d.com/544662-Directory-of-K-2-Lesson-Plans) * [Color Change](https://support.printm3d.com/788313-Color-Change) * [Build A Bridge](https://support.printm3d.com/023776-Build-A-Bridge) * [Print & Paint](https://support.printm3d.com/182307-Print--Paint-) * [2D Shapes](https://support.printm3d.com/084901-2D-Shapes) *
# Build A Bridge **Subject Area: Engineering** Learning Objectives: Students will be able to learn about basic construction principles. Materials Needed: One computer, one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer, and one 250ft PLA 3D Ink filament spool per 2-5 students. Brief Description: Students will build Leonardo da Vinci’s self-supporting bridge out of 3D printed parts. 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 250ft spool of PLA 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. You can either print the models to use ahead of time, or have the students print the model as part of the lesson. If you’d like students to print the model, follow the guidelines in our find and print lesson plan here: . You can find the model for this lesson here: Lesson Plan: 1. Each pair or small group of students will need five smooth 3D printed beams and ten notched 3D printed beams to construct a simple self-supporting bridge. If you’d like, you can print more beams and ask students to construct more complicated bridges. 2. If you’d like, you can first ask students to attempt to construct their bridge without walking them through it. To walk them through it, follow the steps below. 3. Students should take two smooth beams and lay them parallel to each other. Then, take two notched beams and place them on top of the smooth beams to form a square. The smooth beams will fit inside the notches at either end of the notched beams, and the center notch should be facing up. Lay a single smooth beam over the center notch of both notched beams. See image 1 in the sequence below. 4. Then, students should take four more notched beams and place two of them on each side of the center beam, so the top notch is laying on the center beam and the middle notch is laying on the other two smooth beams. See image 2 in the sequence below. 5. Place another smooth beam across the open bottom notches of the two notched beams on the right side. Take two more notched beams and place the top notch on the middle smooth beam and the middle notch on the last smooth beam, as shown in image 3 in the sequence below. Repeat this step on the left side of the bridge with the remaining three beams to complete the bridge. ![](https://931508722-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-LIlCcSjRM_HToIRmx3s%2F-LIlDCY0nxb1Xsq9vuvW%2F-LIlDpqaoQs7MDkOZIMc%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=577e2ba2-8f8b-4c47-b9ae-7743758f973f) ![](https://931508722-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-LIlCcSjRM_HToIRmx3s%2F-LIlDCY0nxb1Xsq9vuvW%2F-LIlDrrsmV3QM9gMbisc%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=0213d501-8cae-4d93-91c4-ed7e4c7aa39c) ![](https://931508722-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-LIlCcSjRM_HToIRmx3s%2F-LIlDCY0nxb1Xsq9vuvW%2F-LIlDt3uunmYwh5AF4Wj%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=50564d74-bb01-406e-96db-7b4871f6e066) **Your finished bridge should look like this:** ![](https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/vPI48CTgOotHDu3TBqlXIbLpbQmH5Go55ZY0viLNx8MEZAU6blccfcwBnWE1VJPkcg_O_ZEBE__hxojM7UvJ6c-E9kYYzzQwk_8Q3SdHzjHagQXFytP13yvERPrvs-go-hBY7Uk) # Print & Paint **Subject Area: Art** Learning Objectives: Students will be able to print and then paint a 3D model. Materials Needed: One computer, one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer and one 250ft clear PLA 3D Ink filament spool per 2-5 students, paint (acrylic is recommended) and paint brushes. Brief Description: Students will learn how to print a 3D model and then paint their creation to turn it into a work of art. 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 clear 250ft spool of PLA 3D Ink feeding into the external port. A spool holder is also recommended to hold the filament as it feeds into the printer. If you need assistance with any of the above please see our guides at support.printm3d.com. Lesson Plan: 1. Students will go online to: and download the two teapot model files. 2. Students will open the M3D Software on a computer, and upload the model. Once uploaded, they will click print. You will need to repeat this step with both the teapot model and the teapot lid model. 3. After the model has completed printing, remove it from the print bed. Now, it is ready to paint! 4. Students can decorate their teapot any way they like. Acrylic paint is recommended. # 2D Shapes **Subject Area: Math** Learning Objectives: Students will be able to identify circles, squares, triangles, and rectangles. Materials Needed: One computer, one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer, and one 250ft PLA 3D Ink filament spool per 2-5 students. Brief Description: Students will learn about 2D shapes with visual 3D printed tools. 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 250ft spool of PLA feeding into the external port. A spool holder is also recommended to hold the filament as it feeds into the printer. If you need assistance with any of the above please see our guides at support.printm3d.com. Lesson Plan: 1\. Students will go online to: and download the 4 shape models: Circle, Triangle, Rectangle, and Square. 2\. Students will open the M3D Software on a computer, and upload one of the 4 models. Once uploaded, they will click print. 3\. After the model has completed printing, remove it from the print bed. 4\. Repeat steps 1-3 with each of the other shape models. 5\. Students now have a visual representation of each shape. Discuss the properties of each shape, and ask the students to identify the shapes. \ # Big Numbers **Subject Area: Math** Learning Objectives: Students will be able to count from 0-9 in order. Materials Needed: One computer, one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer, and one 250ft PLA 3D Ink filament spool per 2-5 students. Brief Description: Students will learn how to count from 0-9 in order using 3d printed numbers which grow in physical size as the number gets bigger. 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 250ft spool of PLA 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. Students will go online to: and download the number models: 0-9. 2. Students will open the M3D Software on a computer, and upload the zero model. Help students scale this model to about 25mm in size and click print. 3. Repeat with the other number models, asking students to print each number bigger than the last one. 4. Students now have a visual representation of the numbers which should grow in size from 0-9 that they can use to practice counting. # 3 - 5 | Plan Name | Grade Level | Description | Science | Technology | Engineering | Art | Math | | -------------------- | ----------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------- | ---------- | ----------- | --- | ---- | | Print Bugs | 3-5 | Students print bugs and create a listing of different bugs | x | | | | | | Print Leaves | 3-5 | Students print leaves and create a listing of different leaves | x | | | | | | Gear Ratios | 3-5 | Students print a platform, a crank, and a variety of gears. The gears are each labeled with their diameter. The Students can create a unique drivetrain and calculate the gear ratio. | | x | x | | x | | Print A Plane | 3-5 | Students search M3D model airlane library and print a plane | | x | | | | | Assemble A Plane | 3-5 | Students print and assemble a plane puzzle. | | x | x | | | | Catapults | 3-5 | Students print catapults of different sizes and measure the distance each one shoots | | | x | | | | Paint A Puzzle | 3-5 | Students will print a puzzle and paint it | | | | x | | | Multiplication Table | 3-5 | Students print out a multiplication table | | | | | x | | 3D shapes | 3-5 | Students print 3D shapes with the name of the shape on them | | | | | x | # Print Bugs Subject Area: Science Learning Objectives: Students will learn how to identify 5 different kinds of bugs: a bee, an ant, a beetle, a grasshopper, and a spider. Materials Needed: One computer, one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer, and one 250ft PLA 3D Ink filament spool per 2-5 students. Brief Description: Students will print and identify aspects of five different types of bugs. 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 250ft spool of PLA 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\. Students will go online to: and download the five bug files: bee.stl, spider.stl, ant.stl, beetle.stl, and grasshopper.stl. 2\. Open the M3D software on the computer and upload the model. Scale the model to the desired size and click print. 3\. Once the bugs have finished printing, ask students to identify and write down different aspects of the bugs. Note which ones have wings and which ones have legs, how many legs they have, and if they have antennae or not. # Print Leaves Subject Area: Science Learning Objectives: Students will learn how to identify 4 different kinds of leaves: oak, elm, maple, and horse chestnut. Materials Needed: One computer, one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer, and one 250ft PLA 3D Ink filament spool per 2-5 students. Brief Description: Students will print and identify aspects of four different types of leaves. 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 250ft spool of PLA 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\. Students will go online to: and download the four leaf files: oak.stl, elm.stl, maple.stl, and horse\_chestnut.stl. 2\. Open the M3D software on the computer and upload the model. Scale the model to the desired size and click print. 3\. Once the leaves have finished printing, ask students to identify and write down different aspects of the leaves. # Gear Ratios Subject Area: Technology, Engineering, Math Learning Objectives: Students will be able to create a drivetrain and calculate the gear ratio. Materials Needed: One computer, one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer, and one 250ft PLA 3D Ink filament spool per 2-5 students. Brief Description: Students will print a platform, a crank, and a variety of gears. The gears are each labeled with their diameter. The Students can create a unique drivetrain and calculate the gear ratio. 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 250ft spool of PLA 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\. Students will go online to: and download the gear ratio models.\ 2\. Students will open the M3D Software on a computer, upload the models, and print: 2 of each of the 4 gear sizes, 8 pegs, a crank, and the gear box board. \ 3\. Once the models have printed, students should create a drivetrain by putting the gears onto the gear box. \ 4\. After they have their drivetrain, students should measure the RPM of the last gear, the torque of the system, and the gear ratio. # Print & Assemble A Plane Grade Level: 3 - 5 Subject Area: Technology, Engineering Learning Objectives: Students will be able to find a 3D model of an airplane online, upload it to 3D printing software, and print the model. They will then assemble the model into a plane. Materials Needed: One computer, one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer, and one 250ft PLA 3D Ink filament spool per 2-5 students. Brief Description: Students will learn how to find a 3D model of an airplane online, upload it to 3D printing software, and print a 3D model. 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 250ft spool of PLA 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\. Students will go online to: and download the model. 2\. Open the M3D software on the computer and upload the model. Scale it to the desired size and click print. 3\. Once the print has completed, remove it from the print bed. Students will then need to remove the various pieces of the plane and snap them together to assemble the plane. Be sure to put the wheels in place first, before bending them down. Students now have a 3D printed airplane they can take home. # Paint A Puzzle Subject Area: Art Learning Objectives: Students will learn basic painting techniques. \ \ Materials Needed: One computer, one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer, and one 250ft 3D Ink filament spool (PLA or ABS-R3 recommended) per 2-5 students, paint (acrylic works best) and paintbrushes. Brief Description: Students will print, assemble, and then paint their own unique puzzle. 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 250ft spool 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\. Students will go online to and download the puzzle models. 2\. Students will upload the models to M3D software and click print. You will not need to use any supports. 3\. Once the models have printed, students should assemble their puzzles and paint a design on them. # Multiplication Table Subject Area: Math Learning Objectives: Students will learn multiplication using a multiplication table. \ \ Materials Needed: One computer, one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer, and one 250ft 3D Ink filament spool (PLA or ABS-R3 recommended) per 2-5 students. Brief Description: Students will print and assemble a multiplication table. 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 250ft spool feeding into the external port. A spool holder is also recommended. Your students can either print a 5x5 multiplication table or a 9x9 multiplication table. If you need assistance with any of the above please see our guides at support.printm3d.com. Lesson Plan: 1\. Students will go online to: and download either the 5x5 or the 9x9 multiplication table model. 2\. Students will open the M3D Software on a computer, and upload the model. Once uploaded, they will click print. After the model has completed printing, carefully remove it from the print bed. 3\. Students now have a physical multiplication table they can use to help them learn memorize their times tables. # 3D Shapes Subject Area: Math Students print 3D shapes with the name of the shape on them Learning Objectives: Students will be able to identify the following shapes: trapezoid, paralellogram, rhombus, hexagon, cylinder, rectangular prism and pyramid. Materials Needed: One computer, one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer, and one 250ft PLA 3D Ink filament spool per 2-5 students. Brief Description: Students will learn about 3D shapes with visual 3D printed tools. 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 250ft spool of PLA 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\. Students will go online to: and download the 7 shape models: trapezoid, paralellogram, rhombus, hexagon, cylinder, rectangular prism and pyramid. 2\. Students will open the M3D Software on a computer, and upload one of the 7 models. Once uploaded, they will click print. After the model has completed printing, carefully remove it from the print bed. 3\. Repeat steps 1-3 with each of the other shape models. 4\. Students now have a visual representation of each shape. Discuss the properties of each shape, and ask the students to identify the shapes. # 6 - 8 | Plan Name | Grade Level | Description | Science | Technology | Engineering | Art | Math | | ------------------- | ----------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------- | ---------- | ----------- | --- | ---- | | Melting Temps | 6-8 | Students find the melting temps of several different kinds of plastic | x | | | | | | Rocket | 6-8 | Students use CAD to design and print a rocket, stuff the rocket and launch the rocket | x | x | | | | | Human Body | 6-8 | Students print and assemble the human body | x | | | | | | Human Heart | 6-8 | Students print and assemble the human heart | x | | | | | | Human Brain | 6-8 | Students print and assemble the human brain | x | | | | | | Human Eye | 6-8 | Students print and assemble the human Eye | x | | | | | | Build Jet Engine | 6-8 | Students search for a multi piece jet engine, print it and assemble it | | | x | | | | Design Puzzle | 6-8 | Students use CAD to design a 2D or 3D puzzle that can be printed out and then assembled | | | x | x | | | Paint A Sculpture | 6-8 | Students search for models of great sculptures, print the sculpture and then paint it to match the real thing | | | | x | | | Multi-Medium Puzzle | 6-8 | Students will print a puzzle, and use other mediums to design their puzzle. | | | | x | | | Postulates | 6-8 | Students print out postulates for geometry | | | | | x | | Base Numbers | 6-8 | Students print out numbers in binary, base 8, base 10, roman and hexadecimal | | | | | x | # Melting Temps Subject Area: Science Learning Objectives: Students will learn about how different materials melt at different temperatures. Materials Needed: One 250ft PLA 3D Ink, one 250ft Tough 3D Ink, one 250ft ABS-R 3D Ink, and something to melt the plastic with, soldering irons and thermocouples. Brief Description: Students will melt three different types of plastic to measure and compare the different melting temperatures. 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 250ft spool 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\. First, divide the students into groups. Each group will need some of the 3 different types of ink, a soldering iron, and a thermocouple. 2\. Hook the soldering iron up to the thermocouple so you can measure the temperature of the soldering iron. 3\. ABS-R has the lowest melting temperature (120°C) so start with that and have students slowly turn up the power on the soldering iron until the plastic starts to melt. Ask them to write down the melting temperature they measured. 4\. Do the same for the PLA 3D Ink (160°C) and finally the Tough 3D Ink (175°C). 5\. After each group has recorded melting temps for all three kinds of plastic, compare the findings of the class with the temperatures listed above. # Rocket Subject Area: Science, Technology Learning Objectives: Students will learn principles of CAD (optional) and rocket science. \ \ Materials Needed: One computer, CAD software (optional), one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer, and one 250ft 3D Ink filament spool (ABS-R recommended) per 2-5 students, rocket launch kits with stands, parachutes, sandpaper, super glue, rubber bands, model A rocket engines, wadding paper, and rocket igniters. Brief Description: Students will use CAD to design a 3D printable rocket (optional), print and stuff the rocket, and then finally launch their rockets. 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 250ft spool 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\. Divide students into small groups of 2-5 students. \ 2\. Ask the students to design a 3d printable rocket in CAD software. Their design should be a size A rocket and have 3 parts: A top, middle, and bottom (This may take more than one class). Alternatively, if you want to skip the CAD part of this lesson, students could download a rocket model (size A recommended) from thingiverse, such as this one: . \ 3\. Teams should 3D print their rockets. \ 4\. Next, assemble the rockets. Students will need to glue together the middle and bottom pieces of their rockets and sand the nose cone so it fits snugly but can come off. Attach the parachute to the nose cone and the nose cone to the body of the rocket via rubber band. \ 5\. Next, stuff the rockets with an igniter and 1-2 pieces of wadding paper. \ 6\. Place the rockets on stands, make sure students are standing at least 15 feet away, and launch the rockets!\ 7\. If any break, you can 3D print a new one! # Human Body Subject Area: Science Learning Objectives: Students will learn about the anatomy of a human skeleton. \ \ Materials Needed: One computer, one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer, and one 250ft 3D Ink filament spool (PLA or ABS-R3 recommended) per 2-5 students. Brief Description: Students will print and assemble a human skeleton to learn about its anatomy. 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 250ft spool 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\. Students will go online to and download the 16 models. 2\. Upload the models to M3D software, and print them. Some of the models will need to be printed with supports, such as the upper torso. If you printed a model with supports, you will need to remove the support material from the print when it has finished printing. 3\. Once all the models have finished printing, students can assemble their skeleton models. 4\. After the skeletons are assembled, students should use them to identify the bones in the human body. # Human Heart Subject Area: Science Learning Objectives: Students will learn about the anatomy of a human heart. \ \ Materials Needed: One computer, one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer, and one 250ft 3D Ink filament spool (PLA or ABS-R3 recommended) per 2-5 students. Brief Description: Students will print three different cross sections of an anatomical human heart and identify the different components of the human heart. 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 250ft spool 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\. Students will go online to and download the three models. 2\. Upload the models to M3D software and print them. 3\. Once all the models have finished printing, students can use them to examine and identify the different components of a human heart. # Human Brain Subject Area: Science Learning Objectives: Students will identify the different lobes of the brain. \ \ Materials Needed: One computer, one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer, and one 250ft 3D Ink filament spool (PLA or ABS-R3 recommended) per 2-5 students. Brief Description: Students will print and assemble a human skeleton to learn about its anatomy. 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 250ft spool 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\. Students will go online to and download the 19 models. 2\. Upload the models to M3D software and print them one by one 3\. Once all the models have finished printing, students will take the different pieces and figure out how they fit together, like a puzzle. 4\. When fully assembled, each student or small group will have two cross-sections of a brain. 5\. Students should glue them down to a posterboard and then label the different lobes and components: Frontal lobe, temporal lobe, occipital lobe, brain stem, cerebellum, right hemisphere, left hemisphere, and corpus callosum. # Human Eye Subject Area: Science Learning Objectives: Students will learn about the anatomy of a human eye. \ \ Materials Needed: One computer, one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer, and one 250ft 3D Ink filament spool (PLA or ABS-R3 recommended) per 2-5 students. Brief Description: Students will print and examine a model of a human eye to learn about its anatomy. 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 250ft spool 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\. Students will go online to and download the models. They can either download the complete model, or download it in sections and put it together. 2\. Upload the models to M3D software and print them. 3\. Once all the models have finished printing, students can use them to examine and identify the different components of a human eye. # Build A Jet Engine Subject Area: Engineering Learning Objectives: Students will learn the different parts that make up a jet engine and how they work. \ \ Materials Needed: One computer, one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer, and one 250ft 3D Ink filament spool (PLA or ABS-R3 recommended) per 2-5 students, machine screws, flat washers, hex nuts, ball bearings, and a screwdriver. Brief Description: Students will print and assemble a multi-piece jet engine. 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 250ft spool 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\. Students will go online to: and download the models.\ 2\. Students will scale all the models to fit on the micro (while ensuring they remain the same size proportionately to each other) and print them. Some of the models are already scaled for smaller printers and those have the word “cut” in the file name. Some of the models already have built in supports, and some will need to be printed with additional supports. Please see the description on thingiverse for more information. \ 3\. After all the parts have printed, students should assemble their jet engines. If assembled correctly, the jet engines should be able to spin and show the inner mechanics of a jet engine. # Design A Puzzle Subject Area: Engineering, Art Learning Objectives: Students will use CAD to design a 2D or 3D puzzle. \ \ Materials Needed: One computer, CAD software, one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer, and one 250ft 3D Ink filament spool (PLA or ABS-R3 recommended) per 2-5 students. Brief Description: Students will use CAD to design a 2D or 3D puzzle, print it out, assemble it, and then they can decorate their puzzle if they wish. 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 250ft spool 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\. Students will use CAD to design either a 2D or a 3D puzzle and export the file as an .stl or .obj file. 2\. Students will upload the models to M3D software and click print their puzzle. 3\. Students should assemble their puzzles to make sure they fit together well. Then, if they’d like they can decorate their puzzles. # Paint A Sculpture Subject Area: Art Learning Objectives: Students will print and paint a bust of one of three different historical icons: Albert Einstein, Abraham Lincoln, or Ludwig Beethoven. Materials Needed: One computer, one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer, and one 250ft PLA 3D Ink filament spool per 2-5 students, paint (acrylic is recommended) and paint brushes. Brief Description: Students will print and paint a bust of one of three different historical icons: Albert Einstein, Abraham Lincoln, or Ludwig van Beethoven. 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 250ft spool of PLA 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\. Students will go online to download one of three models. If desired, you can have the files already ready to go for them. You can find the models of each of the busts here: \ Einstein - Lincoln - Beethoven - 2\. Students will open the M3D Software on a computer, and upload the model. Once uploaded, they will scale the model to the desired size, and click print. 3\. After the model has completed printing, carefully remove it from the print bed. Now, it is ready to paint! 4\. Student’s should paint their bust in a realistic way, carefully painting the details of the hair, face, and clothes. \ # Multi-Medium Puzzle Subject Area: Art Learning Objectives: Students will learn about using different mediums to create a work of art. \ \ Materials Needed: One computer, one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer, and one 250ft 3D Ink filament spool (PLA or ABS-R3 recommended) per 2-5 students, any mediums you’d like students to use in class, can include feathers, jewels, printed or painted paper, tissue paper, etc. Brief Description: Students will print, assemble, and then paint their own unique puzzle. 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 250ft spool 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\. Students will go online to and download the puzzle models. 2\. Students will upload the models to M3D software and click print. You will not need to use any supports. Once the models have printed, students should assemble their puzzles. 3\. Students can now decorate their puzzles using a variety of different mediums. # Postulates Subject Area: Math Learning Objectives: Students will learn about postulates.\ \ Materials Needed: One computer, one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer, and one 250ft 3D Ink filament spool (PLA or ABS-R3 recommended) per 2-5 students. Brief Description: Students will print out postulates to have a physical, tactile tool while learning about postulates. 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 250ft spool 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\. Students will go online to: and download the postulate models 2\. Students will open the M3D Software on a computer, upload one of the models, and click print. 3\. Repeat with the other models. 4\. Students now have a visual representation of the postulates that they can use while learning about them. # Base Numbers Subject Area: Math Learning Objectives: Students will learn how to count in binary, base 8, base 10, and hexadecimal. \ \ Materials Needed: One computer, one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer, and one 250ft 3D Ink filament spool (PLA or ABS-R3 recommended) per 2-5 students. Brief Description: Students will print out numbers in binary, base 8, base 10, and hexadecimal and use these to learn how to count in these base number systems. \ 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 250ft spool 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\. Students will go online to: and download the base number models. 2\. Students will open the M3D Software on a computer, upload one of the models, and click print. 3\. Repeat with the other models. Until you have the following printed: Four of the following: 0, 1, 10, 11, \ Three of the following: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, \ Two of the following: 8, 9, 15, 16, 17, 20, \ One each of the following: A, B, C, D, E, F, 18, 19, 21, 22, 23, 24, 100, 101, 110, 111, 1000, 1001, 1010, 1011, 1100, 1101, 1110, 1111, 10000, 10001, 10010, 10011, 10100. 4\. After they have all of the models, students should group them into the base 10 set, base 2 set, base 8 set, and hexadecimal set. 5\. Students should then arrange each set in order. # 9 - 12 | Plan Name | Grade Level | Description | Science | Technology | Engineering | Art | Math | | --------------------- | ----------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------- | ---------- | ----------- | --- | ---- | | Dissolvability | 9-12 | Students find the dissolvability of several plastics | x | | | | | | Dissect Frog | 9-12 | Students print out frog parts, assemble the frog, then dissect frog and use 3D printed parts as part of dissection report | x | | | | | | Plant & Animal Cell | 9-12 | Students print up a cell model (animal & plant) | x | | | | | | Build A Sumo Robot | 9-12 | Students print up parts of a sumo robot, add motors and wires, then code robot | | x | | | | | Build A Spider Robot | 9-12 | Students print up parts of a spider robot, add motors and wires, then code robot | | x | | | | | Build A Drone | 9-12 | Students print up parts of a quad rotor robot, add motors and wires, then code robot | | x | | | | | Stiffness | 9-12 | Students print up several test pieces and measure the stiffness of the pieces using weights and deflection | | | x | | | | Compression | 9-12 | Students print up several test pieces and measure the compression of the pieces using weights and height changes | | | x | | | | Tension | 9-12 | Students print up several test pieces and measure the tension of the pieces using weights and length changes | | | x | | | | Torsion | 9-12 | Students print up several test pieces and measure the torsion of the pieces using weights and change in rotation | | | x | | | | CAD | 9-12 | Students create a truck from scratch, frame, wheels, axles, hubs, cab and bed. | | | x | | | | Fabrication | 9-12 | Students change print up an assembly with several parts not fitting. Students need to change the part dimensions in CAD and reprint till they have a working assembly and then do a write up on their changes | | | x | | | | Bridge Fail | 9-12 | Students design bridges that can be printed and compete to see which one holds the most weight | | | x | | | | Sculpture | 9-12 | Students use modeling software to design a 3D printable sculpture and then print it | | | | x | | | Multi Color | 9-12 | Students create a multi color print using the slicer | | | | x | | | Self Portrait | 9-12 | Students model themselves, print their likness and then paint with high detail | | | | x | | | Volumes of Revolution | 9 - 12 | Students will print visual aids for learning the volumes of revolution | | | | | x | # Dissolvability Subject Area: Science Learning Objectives: Students will learn about the dissolvability of different types of materials and how dissolvability slows over time. Materials Needed: One computer, one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer, one 250ft PVA 3D Ink filament spool, one 250ft PVB 3D Ink filament spool, water, rubbing alcohol, and 4 beakers per 2-5 students. Brief Description: Students will find the dissolvability of several types of plastic. 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 250ft spool of PLA 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\. Divide students up into groups of 2-5 students. \ 2\. Ask each group to go to thingiverse.com and find a model of an animal they would like to print. \ 3\. Groups should print four models each: two in PVA & two in PVB. \ 4\. After the models have printed, each group should fill two beakers with water and two beakers with alcohol. Mark one alcohol and one water beaker with an “S” for short period, and the other two with an “L” for long period. \ 5\. Students measure and record the mass of all the models before attempting to dissolve them. \ 6\. PVA dissolves in water and PVB dissolves in alcohol. Ask the students to put one model in each of the four beakers. You will want to leave the models in the beakers for different amounts of time, a short period (S beakers) and a long period (L beakers). For example, say 20 minutes in one of the water/alcohol beakers and 40 minutes in the second one. Adjust the times as needed to fit within your class period. \ 7\. After the short time period, take the models out of the S beakers and measure their mass. Repeat after the long time period for the L beakers. \ 8\. Students can now use their measurements of the different masses to calculate the dissolvability over a certain amount of time. You can also discuss in class why the materials are dissolvable, the saturation of the dissolving material, and why dissolvability slows over time. # Dissect A Frog Subject Area: Science Learning Objectives: Students will learn about the anatomy of a frog Materials Needed: One computer, one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer, and at least one 250ft 3D Ink filament spool per 2-5 students. Brief Description: Students will print out models of a frog, assemble it, and then dissect the frog. 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\. Students will go online to: and download the models as well as the pdf of the instructions. \ 2\. Students will print all of the models.\ 3\. After they have printed all the models, students should assemble the organs into the frog following the instructions in the pdf.\ 4\. Once they have assembled their frogs, they can dissect their frogs and identify the different organs. \ 5\. Students can then write up a dissection report referencing the 3d printed organs they dissected. # Plant & Animal Cell Subject Area: Science Learning Objectives: Students will learn the different components of an animal cell and a plant cell. Materials Needed: One computer, one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer, and at least one 250ft 3D Ink filament spool per 2-5 students. Brief Description: Students will print an animal cell and a plant cell, assemble them, identify the components of each, and compare/contrast them. 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\. Students will go online to and download the plant cell models. They will then go online to and download the animal cell models.\ 2\. Students should print the models in different colors. \ 3\. Students should assemble and glue together each cell.\ 4\. Students should then identify and label the different components of the cells. \ 5\. Students can compare/contrast the similarities and differences between animal and plant cells. # Build A Sumo Robot Subject Area: Technology Learning Objectives: Students will learn about the mechanics of a sumo robot and how to code a robot. Materials Needed: One computer, one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer, motors, wires, and at least one 1000ft 3D Ink filament spool (ABS-R is recommended) per 2-5 students. Brief Description: Students will print and assemble a sumo robot, add motors and wires, and then code the robot. 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\. Divide students into small groups. \ 2\. Students will go online to thingiverse and find models of a sumo robot. Here is an example: 3\. Each group should print out and assemble one sumo robot. The group will need to add a motor and wires to make the robot move. \ 4\. Each group will need to code their robot.\ 5\. After the robots are complete, the groups can compete their robots against each other. # Build A Spider Robot Subject Area: Technology Learning Objectives: Students will learn about the mechanics of a spider robot and how to code a robot. Materials Needed: One computer, one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer, motors, wires, and at least one 1000ft 3D Ink filament spool (ABS-R is recommended) per 2-5 students. Brief Description: Students will print and assemble a spider robot, add motors and wires, and then code the robot. 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\. Divide students into small groups. \ 2\. Students will go online to thingiverse and find models of a spider robot. Here is an example: 3\. Each group should print out and assemble one spider robot. The group will need to add a motor and wires to make the robot move. \ 4\. Each group will need to code their robot.\ 5\. After the robots are complete, the groups can compete their robots against each other. # Build A Drone Subject Area: Technology Learning Objectives: Students will learn about the mechanics of a drone and how to code a drone. Materials Needed: One computer, one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer, motors, wires, and at least one 1000ft 3D Ink filament spool (ABS-R is recommended) per 2-5 students. Brief Description: Students will print and assemble a drone, add motors and wires, and then code the drone. 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\. Divide students into small groups. \ 2\. Students will go online to thingiverse and find models of a quad rotor robot (drone). Here is an example: 3\. Each group should print out and assemble one drone. The group will need to add a motor and wires to make the drone fly. \ 4\. Each group will need to code their drone. \ 5\. After the robots are complete, the groups can compete their robots against each other. # Stiffness Subject Area: Engineering Learning Objectives: Students will learn about the stiffness of different types of materials. 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 test models in different materials and measure their stiffness. 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\. Divide students into small groups. \ 2\. Students will go online to and download the stiffness test models. \ 3\. Each group should print one stiffness model in at least three different types of materials. \ 4\. Once they have their models printed, students should clamp the flat end to a surface, and then add weights to the other end. \ 5\. Students should measure how much weight it takes to move the model 1mm, 2mm, & 3mm. # Compression Subject Area: Engineering Learning Objectives: Students will learn about the compression of different types of materials. 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 test models in different materials and measure their compression. 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\. Divide students into small groups. \ 2\. Students will go online to and download the lattice cube. \ 3\. Each group should print one cube in at least three different types of materials. \ 4\. Once they have their models printed, students should place weights on the cubes and measure how much weight it takes to compress the model 1mm, 2mm, & 3mm. # Tension Subject Area: Engineering Learning Objectives: Students will learn about the tension of different types of materials. 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 test models in different materials and measure their tension. 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\. Divide students into small groups. \ 2\. Students will go online to and download the tension test models. \ 3\. Each group should print one tension model in at least three different types of materials. \ 4\. Once they have their models printed, students should clamp the flat end to a surface, and then add weights to the other end. \ 5\. Students should measure how much weight it takes to stretch the model 1mm, 2mm, & 3mm. # Torsion Subject Area: Engineering Learning Objectives: Students will learn about the torsion of different types of materials. 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 test models in different materials and measure their torsion. 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\. Divide students into small groups. \ 2\. Students will go online to and download the torsion test models. \ 3\. Each group should print one torsion model in at least three different types of materials. \ 4\. Once they have their models printed, students should add weight to one side and measure how much weight it takes to rotate the model 1, 2 & 3mm. # CAD Subject Area: Engineering Learning Objectives: Students will learn about the principles of CAD. Materials Needed: One computer, CAD software, one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer, at least one 1,000ft spool of 3D Ink (ABS-R recommended), and one 250ft spool of Tough 3D Ink to print the wheels per student or small groups of students. Brief Description: Students will design and print all the components of a truck, including: the frame, wheels, axles, hubs, cab and bed. 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\. Either individually or in small groups, ask students to design the different components of a truck. They will need to design a frame, the wheels, axles, hubs, a cab and a bed. \ 2\. Students should print the different parts of their truck. We recommend printing the wheels in Tough 3D Ink and the rest in ABS-R. \ 3\. Students can assemble their trucks after each part has completed printing. If the parts don’t fit together properly, they will need to adjust their design. # Fabrication Subject Area: Engineering Learning Objectives: Students will learn about the principles of CAD. Materials Needed: One computer, CAD software, one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer, and one 1,000ft spool of 3D Ink per 2-5 students. Brief Description: Students will print out an assembly that does not fit together. Students will examine the assembly to determine what to fix, change the part dimensions in CAD and reprint the parts until they have a working assembly. They will then write up their changes. 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\. Either individually or in small groups, students will go online to , download and print the assembly models. Students should also download the CAD file. \ 2\. Students will need to examine to assembly to determine what to fix. \ 3\. Students will change the part dimensions in CAD and reprint until they have a working assembly. Students should write up the changes they made. # Bridge Fail Subject Area: Engineering Learning Objectives: Students will learn about bridge structure and what it takes to build a sturdy bridge. Materials Needed: One computer, CAD software one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer, at least one 1,000ft spool of 3D Ink per 2-5 students, and weights. Brief Description: Students will design and 3D print bridges then compete to see which one holds the most weight. 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\. Either individually or in small groups, students will design a bridge in CAD. \ 2\. Students should print their bridges. \ 3\. After each bridge has been printed, students should compete to see which bridge can hold the most weight. # Sculpture Subject Area: Art Learning Objectives: Students will learn basic principles of CAD and sculpture design. Materials Needed: One computer, modeling software, one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer, and at least one 250ft spool of 3D Ink per 2-5 students. Brief Description: Students will use modeling software to design and print a 3D printable sculpture. 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\. Either individually or in small groups, students will use modeling software to design a unique sculpture.\ 2\. Students will then print out their sculptures.\ 3\. Students can paint their sculptures if they’d like. # Self Portrait Subject Area: Art Learning Objectives: Students will learn about creating 3D self-portraits. Materials Needed: One computer, modeling software, one Micro or Micro+ 3D printer, and at least one 250ft spool of 3D Ink per 2-5 students. Brief Description: Students will model themselves in 3D, print their models and paint them in high detail. 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\. Students will use modeling software to create a 3D model of their face.\ 2\. Students will then print out their models.\ 3\. Students should realistically paint their models in high detail. # 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. Students will go online to: and download the models. 2. Students will print and assemble the models. Please see the thingiverse page for specific instructions about printing the models. 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: ![](https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/oq_lF2e17CYRvDNT8l9gsfoIGS1hcIE_KsVRp84fE09KCThCOTDdchr5DW8ww_PR_wTNh0R13MGWe9eCRojpua1azBgFkZTprhcLMCND6Tkte4a5U5fqEwL8cs_mpqjyCN27sd8) # Online 3D Model Repositories From 3D printer manufacturer: * [123D Gallery](http://123dapp.com/Gallery) (from Autodesk) * [Thingiverse](https://thingiverse.com/) (from Makerbot) * [Treasure Island](http://treasure.is/) (from Pirate3D) * [YouMagine](https://youmagine.com/) (from Ultimaker) Independent: * [3D Model Free](http://3dmodelfree.com/) * [3D Via](http://3dvia.com/) * [3DAGOGO](https://3dagogo.com/) * [Bld3r](http://bld3r.com/) * [CGtrader](http://cgtrader.com/) * [Cuboyo](http://cuboyo.com/) * [Cults](http://en.cults3d.com/) * [FABFabbers](http://fabfabbers.com/) * [FabMe](http://fabme.it/) * [GrabCAD](http://grabcad.com/) * [MakerBot Digital Store](http://makerbot.com/digital-store) * [MyMiniFactory](http://myminifactory.com/) * [Pinshape](https://pinshape.com/) - Find, share and sell 3D print files. * [Redpah](https://redpah.com/) * [Repables](http://repables.com/) * [Sculpteo](http://sculpteo.com/) * [Shapeways](https://shapeways.com/) * [SketchFab](https://sketchfab.com/) * [SproutForm](http://sproutform.com/) * [TF3DM](http://tf3dm.com/) * [Turbosquid](http://turbosquid.com/) * [Uformit](http://uformit.com/) # File Formats ### File Formats | Name | License | Encoding | Features | | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | -------------- | -------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | [3MF](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/3D_Manufacturing_Format) | Open | Compressed XML | geometry, material, metadata, signature, texture, thumbnail | | [ACIS](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ACIS#File_format) | | text or binary | | | [AMF](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Additive_Manufacturing_File_Format) | Open | Zipped XML | color, constellations, curved triangles, formulas, geometry, material, metadata | | [CKD](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/KeyCreator) | Proprietary | | | | [DWG](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/.dwg) (Drawing) | Proprietary | OpenXPS | | | [DXF](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AutoCAD_DXF) (Drawing Exchange Format) | Proprietary | text/binary | | | [DWF](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Design_Web_Format) (Design Web Format) | | OpenXPS | Communicate design information | | [IGES](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IGES) (Initial Graphics Exchange Specification) | Vendor-neutral | text | | | [OBJ](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wavefront_.obj_file) (Object) | Open | text | geometry | | [PLY](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PLY_\(file_format\)) (Polygon File Format) | Open | text or binary | color, geometry, normals, texture, transparency | | [STL](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/STL_\(file_format\)) | Proprietary | text or binary | geometry, normals | | [STEP](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ISO_10303) |

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