3D Design & CAD Modeling

Master the fundamentals of CAD (computer-aided design) for 3D printing, architecture and engineering. In this course, you’ll learn how to work with Tinkercad, SketchUp and Fusion 360 software to turn your ideas into 3D models. You’ll complete challenges that include designing structures, toys, tools, architecture and trophies, and participate in friendly competitions with other students for bragging rights for the best model. We’ll also explore careers connected to 3D design, and professional CAD designers will occasionally pop in for brief presentations. On the last day of class, you’ll share your designs with family and friends at a virtual open house. By the end of this course, you’ll have a solid understanding of the three CAD software programs you worked with and be ready to keep learning on your own.

What You'll Learn

• Fundamentals of 3D modeling software to create objects with specific shapes and dimensions 
• How to analyze architectural models and incorporate various architectural design elements 
• Insights into careers and industries that employ people with 3D modeling skills 
• Basic universal design terminology and why virtual models are used

Who Should Register 

This course is for sixth to eighth graders. You don‘t need any previous CAD experience.

We offer this course multiple times each year to meet student demand. If you’ve previously enrolled in the in-person version of this course, you’ll encounter some curriculum overlap in this online course but also new content to engage with.

Instructors

Steve Howard

More Information

This online course is taught via Zoom video conferencing. Classes meet in real time and are not recorded. The instructor uses a blend of whole group discussion, small group and plenty of individual work time.

To participate, you should have access to a computer with a high-speed internet connection and a headset and webcam.

If you don’t already have a Gmail account, please create one prior to the first day. Your instructor will use this account to collaborate with you and distribute and access assignments.

See the Policies page for details about registration, refunds, waitlists and more.

Details

Jan 7–Mar 13, 2025	Day Tue, Thu	Time 6 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
	Location Online	Cost $950
	Refund Deadline Dec 17, 2024	Register