Computer-aided design
Create parts and prototypes while building spatial reasoning and practical design skills.
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DESIGN. TEST. TRY AGAIN.
MECH LAB
CAD, 3D printing & robotics
Ages 12–high schoolBring your next idea off the screen.
Think like a designer and build like a maker. Students use tools such as SolidWorks and OrcaSlicer to explore computer-aided design, 3D printing, materials, robotics, and the satisfying process of turning a first idea into a working solution.
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SKILLS THAT BUILD ON EACH OTHER
WHAT STUDENTS EXPLORE.
3D printing
Prepare models, explore materials, and learn from what happens when a design becomes a physical object.
Robotics & iteration
Bring parts and mechanized functions together, test an idea, and improve the next version.
FROM IDEA TO SOMETHING REAL
A prototype is just the beginning.
From small printed boats to machine parts and robotic assemblies, the lab makes room for experimentation. Students learn that a useful question often starts with “What if?”
Equipment is used as part of instruction. Participation does not include a personal equipment allowance or take-home technology benefit.
READY FOR A GOOD DAY
BEFORE YOU COME TO CLASS.
Wear natural-fiber clothing, long pants, and sturdy closed-toe shoes. Tie back long hair and avoid loose jewelry and synthetic athleticwear. Bring a labeled water bottle, a snack, and lunch for a full-day class.
Instructors provide course-specific directions for equipment, protective gear, and participation. Contact the office about access needs or accommodations.
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