Instructor: |
Matt Brown |
Location: | Mount Abe High School & Online |
Dates and Times: | June 26-29, 2023 (Mon-Thurs) in-person from 8:30-4:00. Remaining work due July 31, 2023. |
Credits: | 3 graduate |
Tuition: | $1,195 |
Course Description: The field of Design and Technology Education varies greatly, therefore “Design Technologies” will allow educators to create their own learning experience as it relates to one main technology (CAD, 3D Printing, Laser Engraving or CNC). Students will choose one of these modules to focus their work on for the week. The main focus will be creating lessons/units that apply the use of the technology either directly or indirectly through their coursework. This course will give students the opportunity to create sample projects/models, test their lesson ideas, troubleshoot the process and gather feedback from peers, all while having direct access to the technology needed. Students will select one of the following areas of focus for their week in class:
Modules:
Intro to Design Technologies -EDU 5515 C05A
This module will give students an overview of CAD using Onshape (a free cloud based CAD software), 3D printing (using Ultimaker printers), Laser Engraving (using GCC LaserPro lasers) and CNC technologies (CNC router and plasma table). Students will use each technology to create a product(s).
CAD (computer aided design) - EDU 5515 C05B
Students will have access to, and support with Onshape CAD software, access to Google Sketchup, Fusion360 and TinkerCad, or may bring their own device and software to improve skills with CAD and develop plans to use CAD in their classroom.
3D Printing - EDU 5515 C05C
Students will have access to, and support with using Ultimaker 3D printers. 3D design is required in order to 3D print, so experience with 3D CAD design is recommended. Students will have access to Onshape, Google Sketchup, Fusion360 and Tinkercad for 3D design.
Laser Cutting and Engraving - EDU 5515 C05D
Students will work with GCC LaserPro Laser engravers, and CorelDraw design software. Laser Engraving is used on many materials such as wood, acrylic, tile, cardboard, glass, and more. Students will have the opportunity to try multiple materials and test many ways to use the laser engraver.
CNC (computer numerical control) - EDU 5515 C05E
Students will have access to a Roland MDX-50 benchtop mill, a 4x4 CNC router for cutting wood, as well as a CNC Plasma table for cutting metal parts. These technologies can be used in many ways from artistic work to mechanical parts.
*This course operates like a “summer institute”, giving students the opportunity to take different modules year after year. In the future, different modules may be available.
Audience: Technology Education, Art, Science, or any teachers that apply design and technology.
Course Goals: Students will further their knowledge and skills with select technologies.
Course Objectives: Students will:
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No required reading. Students will research their technology as needed.
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