Offered by SchoolDay Academy, powered by Coursera
Introduction
What if your students could turn their ideas into real, tangible creations—objects they can hold, use, and proudly showcase? The 3D Modeling for 3D Printing and Laser Cutting on Fusion 360 course, offered by SchoolDay Academy (powered by Coursera), brings that possibility to life.
Developed by Packt, a leader in hands-on technical education, this 6-module course teaches educators and learners how to design, refine, and produce 3D models using Autodesk Fusion 360. In just 7 hours, you’ll explore every stage of digital fabrication—from concept to finished product—using tools that are transforming classrooms, makerspaces, and career-tech labs around the world.
Why This Course Matters for Teachers and Makers
Design thinking and hands-on learning are reshaping education. When students can design, build, and test their own creations, learning becomes personal—and unforgettable. This course empowers teachers to bring engineering, art, and technology together through real-world projects that build confidence and problem-solving skills.
The 3D Modeling for 3D Printing and Laser Cutting course helps educators:
- Introduce digital fabrication and engineering design processes aligned with STEM and CTE standards.
- Guide students in using Fusion 360 for modeling, rendering, and prototyping.
- Connect 3D printing to core concepts in geometry, physics, and design thinking.
- Support project-based learning (PBL) that encourages creativity, iteration, and teamwork.
- Build a professional portfolio of classroom-ready projects and earn a shareable certificate.
Whether you’re a teacher integrating design into your curriculum or leading a student innovation lab, this course gives you the skills and structure to make it happen.
What You’ll Learn
Through six focused modules, you’ll master the essential skills needed to take your 3D modeling and fabrication projects to the next level. You’ll learn to:
- Identify key features of Fusion 360 and its 3D modeling interface.
- Explain the principles of 3D printing and laser cutting, including materials and tolerances.
- Use Fusion 360 to design, test, and export objects for real-world fabrication.
- Examine parametric design principles for precision and adaptability.
- Apply technical design and visualization skills to produce high-quality, functional models.
Each concept is paired with guided projects—from building a 3D chair model to designing a laser-cut lamp—so you learn by creating.
Applied Learning Projects
Hands-on practice makes all the difference. In this course, you’ll complete projects that blend creativity with technical precision, including:
- Designing and printing a custom charging stand or mechanical hinge.
- Creating a laser-cut lamp or decorative box using Fusion 360’s parametric design tools.
- Refining advanced techniques like rendering, model constraints, and tolerance control.
- Exporting 3D models for fabrication using printers and laser cutters common in school makerspaces.
- Showcasing your final project—a fully realized product demonstrating your modeling and fabrication skills.
These projects are perfect for teachers looking to introduce students to engineering design, manufacturing, and problem-solving through accessible, exciting activities.
Why SchoolDay Academy Recommends This Course
At SchoolDay Academy (SDA), we believe the best classrooms don’t just teach—they build. The 3D Modeling for 3D Printing and Laser Cutting on Fusion 360 course embodies SDA’s mission to prepare students and teachers for the future of technology, creativity, and design.
This course stands out because it:
- Teaches industry-relevant 3D modeling and fabrication skills in a practical, project-based format.
- Supports teachers implementing STEM, STEAM, and CTE pathway programs.
- Builds confidence in using Fusion 360, a tool widely used in engineering and design careers.
- Includes Coursera Coach, an interactive AI assistant for real-time guidance.
- Fits within SDA’s affordable model—$149 per user annually, with district pricing as low as $100 per seat.
Teachers completing this course not only gain new technical skills but also inspire their students to imagine, design, and innovate.
Conclusion
Design is the language of innovation—and this course gives you the fluency to teach it. The 3D Modeling for 3D Printing and Laser Cutting on Fusion 360 course, offered by SchoolDay Academy (powered by Coursera), provides educators and learners with the tools, techniques, and confidence to create real-world designs that leap off the screen and into reality.
Start learning today and bring the power of digital design and fabrication into your classroom or makerspace.