Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2025
Course Code: MANU9429
Course Title: Use 3D printing to create products
School: 515T Creative Industries
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Program: C5435 - Diploma of Product Design
Course Contact: Robin Blood
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4683
Course Contact Email: robin.blood@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Kevin Lewis
Nominal Hours: 40
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
Nil
Course Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge to utilise a three dimensional (3D) printer to produce basic products.
It encompasses the use of current 3D printing software applications, manipulation of hardware and software features, managing files and directories, file storage requirements and relevant safety procedures.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
VU22340 Use 3D printing to create products |
Element: |
1. Determine the job requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Requirements and purpose for 3D printing are clarified by referring to the job specifications. 1.2 Relevant Workplace Health and Safety/Occupational Health and Safety (WHS/OHS) procedures are accessed and followed. 1.3 Relevant personnel are consulted to organise work flow sequences. 1.4 Computer software that suits the type of 3D printing product being created is selected. 1.5 3D printer suitable for the product being created and the material being used is selected. 1.6 Relevant reference materials to help with the visualisation of the 3D product are accessed and analysed. |
Element: |
2. Create the 3D printing product |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Models are blocked out using software features to determine correct proportions in relation to the reference materials. 2.2 Lighting and shading software features are manipulated as required. 2.3 Integrity of the product design is refined and checked against the job requirements and specifications. .4 Product design is rendered and output is downloaded in the required format |
Element: |
3. Produce and evaluate the 3D printed product |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Product design is tested to identify any faults and modified as required. 3.2 Product design is submitted to relevant personnel for approval and final adjustments to the 3D printing program are made. 3.3 Sample 3D product is produced and checked for faults. 3.4 Computer files are saved and back-up copies are made in accordance with enterprise procedures. 3.5 Complete workplace documentation is completed in accordance to enterprise procedures. |
Learning Outcomes
Refer to Elements/Performance Criteria
Details of Learning Activities
Learning activities will take place in a computer laboratory and maker space using industry standard tools and resources. You will complete exercises and industry style projects. You will also be required to undertake independent study. In-class activities will include:
- class exercises
- tutorials
- practical demonstrations
- workshops
- group discussion
- review and revision
- peer learning
- peer teaching and class presentations
- teacher directed group activities/projects
- workshop for all student projects including peer/lecturer feedback
Out of class activities may include:
- independent research
- independent project based work
- studio practice
- online tutorials and activities
- review and revision
Teaching Schedule
Course Schedule: Use 3D printing to create products| Week | Topic | Assessment Due Date |
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Week 1
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Introduction to course 3D Printing and Product Design T1: Introduction to Assessment task for this course and detailed introduction to assessment task 1 |
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Week 2
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3D Printing and Product Design continued Design consideration when 3D printing T1: Idea generation and class discussion suitability for 3D printing |
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Week 3
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Design consideration when 3D printing (continued). T1: Finalise design options |
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Week 4
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Software for 3D printing T1: Commence CAD modelling |
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Week 5
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Other digital tool used in 3D printing T1: Continue CAD modelling |
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Week 6
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Types of 3D printers T1: Specifications and print requirements T2: Introduce Task 2 and commence idea generation |
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Week 7
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Selecting a 3D printer. T1: Print project T2: Idea generation continues, finalise concept |
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Week 8
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Safe working environments T1: Evaluate and submit T2: Commence CAD modelling |
Assessment Task 1: Due in Week 8 |
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Week 9
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Safe working environments continued T2: Continue CAD modelling |
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Week 10
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3D print materials T2: Digital model renders |
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Week 11
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3D print materials (continued) T2: Test Print and evaluate |
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Week 12
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Design, detail, Document, Workflow | |
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Week 13
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Design, detail, Document, Workflow (continued) T2: Final Print |
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Week 14
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Project documentation T2: Project documentation |
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Week 15
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Quality Control T2: Project submission including all documents and 3D printed parts/products |
Assessment Task 2: Due in Week 15 |
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Week 16
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Student Feedback and Consultation |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Students will need to refer to CANVAS as teaching resources may vary according to teaching schedule and task requirements.
Prescribed Texts: There are no compulsory prescribed texts in this course.
You are advised to look at the Learning Hub at myRMIT site for ongoing updated information.
A range of learning resources and references are provided throughout the year.
You will require a personal storage device and tools as outlined in tool kit list.
RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through our online systems and access to specialised facilities and relevant software.
Study Support
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RMIT Library.
You will also have access to the library resources.
Among the library’s electronic resources is the ability to access Lynda.com for online tutorials and lessons. You may be given these tutorials (and other resources) to supplement your classroom learning. The University Library has extensive resources for Design students.
RMIT Library has produced the following:
subject guide that includes quality online and print resources for your studies.
Overview of Assessment
Assessments will be held throughout the course. Assessment will incorporate a range of methods to assess your performance and the application of your knowledge and skills and may include practical tasks, project,direct observation including exploration of and experimentation with techniques,written and/or oral questioning and discussions to assess your knowledge and understanding of this unit.
Assessment Tasks
Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard expected in the workplace.
To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher for each assessment task.
Assessment Task 1: 3D Printing Workflow Planning and Design
Due: Week 8
Assessment Task 2: 3D Printed Product Design and Validation
Due Week 15
*Due dates for assessment tasks dependent on access to specialist facilities and equipment may change. Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher.
You are required to demonstrate all learning outcomes to a satisfactory standard.
You will receive feedback with verbal and/or written evaluation of your progress within class time.
The submitted projects will be assessed with written feedback as well as a checklist that relates to separate components of the project and the overall outcome.
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through Program Administration and CANVAS for each assessment task.
Other Information
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Feedback - You will receive verbal and written feedback by teacher on your work. This feedback also includes suggestions on how you can proceed to the next stage of developing your projects.
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Student Progress
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist you to achieve your learning potential. Academic progress - RMIT University
Assessment:
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (e.g. applying for an extension of time):
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On Time Submission and Impact of Late Submission
On time submission is an important factor in your assessment. Employability skills are embedded in all courses and these include Planning & Organising and Self-management. For this reason, late work impacts on your competency assessment.
Submissions that are assessed as Not Satisfactory can be re-submitted once and this is only permitted during the period that the competency is scheduled.
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.
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Submissions
When submitting work for assessment you are required to complete a declaration of authorship. This must be done for every summative assessment task. This statement acknowledges that you are aware of the plagiarism implications. For non-digital submission use the printed form provided. For digital online submission please use e Submission process.
Information about your studies:
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.
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Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
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