Thanks for your interest in FDM101: Introductory Prusa 3D Printers

This is a 60-minute workshop for the Laramie County Community College Golden Eagle Innovation Wyrkshop makerspace, and teaches you how to use the Prusa mini 3D printer at our state-of-the-art makerspace! You'll need to attend this course before you can use the Prusa 3D printers at any MAP facility.

The lesson here will teach you all about how 3D printers work, basic 3D printer anatomy, how to operate Prusa 3D printer hardware and software, and best practices for using Innovation Wyrkshop Prusa 3D printers. By the end of the lesson, you'll have a firm handle on how to operate Prusa 3D printers, and will be able to access Prusa printers at any available MAP facility.

We offer additional online workshops each month, but you can sign up and take them any time. Once you register, you'll be emailed the passcode that will provide you with access to the course.

Course Outline

1. The basics of 3D printing
   • What 3D printers are
   • How 3D printers work
   • Pros and cons of 3D printing
   • General 3D printer anatomy
2. How Prusa 3D printers work
   • Prusa anatomy
   • Slicer software
   • Slicer tips and tricks
3.  Desktop 3D printing best practices
   • Loading, unloading, and storing filament
   • Preparing to use a Prusa 3D printer
   • Starting your print and monitoring its progress