3D Design & CAD Modeling for Kids
Explore the world of CAD (computer-aided design) for 3D printing, architecture and engineering. In this course, you’ll learn how to work with Tinkercad software to develop virtual designs on the computer and then physically build those designs with materials in class. You’ll tackle design challenges such as building an eco-city, a sail-powered car and a balsa glider. We’ll also take field trips to on-campus sites and hear from guest speakers who work with CAD professionally. On the last day of class, share your designs with family and friends. By the end of this course, you'll have enough understanding of CAD design to continue to grow your skills into the next school year on your own.
What You'll Learn
- Fundamentals of 3D modeling software to create objects with specific shapes and dimensions
- How to think in three-dimensional space and apply that thinking to physical objects
- How 3D printers work and how to use them
- 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 fourth to fifth graders. You don‘t need any previous CAD experience to enroll.
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More Information
This in-person course is taught on the UW Seattle campus. You’ll need regular access to a laptop. If you can’t bring one, we have a limited number of laptops for students with demonstrated need. Reach out to us at ytp@uw.edu.
There’s now a nonrefundable $50 registration fee each quarter you register. See the FAQs page for details about registration, refunds, waitlists and more.
Details
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Jul 14–Jul 25, 2025
2B |
Day Mon–Fri |
Time 1 p.m.–4 p.m. |
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Location UW Seattle |
Cost $995 |
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Refund Deadline Jun 1, 2025 |
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