Additive Manufacturing and Digital Prototyping for Industrial Engineers Training Course

Additive Manufacturing and Digital Prototyping for Industrial Engineers Training Course

Intermediate | 5 days | Face to Face / Online / Elearning | Certificate
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Course Overview

Course Summary
Course Title Additive Manufacturing and Digital Prototyping for Industrial Engineers Training Course
Organization Tech For Development (T4D)
Venue Tech For Development (T4D) Training Centre
Duration 5 days
Target Industries
Target Job Roles
Course Fees (Face-to-Face) USD 1,500/KES 99,000 (Exclusive of VAT)
Course Fees (Virtual) USD 1,000/KES 70,000 (Exclusive of VAT)
Training Modes Virtual and face-to-face training
Payment Payment should be made to the Tech For Development (T4D) bank account on or before the start of the course
Accreditation Tech For Development Certificate of Course Completion

Course Overview:
This course enables participants learn the fundamentals of additive manufacturing (3D printing) and how to use digital prototyping to shorten development cycles and improve part design in industrial settings.

Course Duration: 5 days

Target Audience:

  • Product development engineers
  • Industrial designers
  • Mechanical engineers
  • R&D and prototyping teams

Personal Impact:

  • Learn to create functional prototypes using 3D printing
  • Enhance design thinking through rapid iteration
  • Understand material and process selection

Organizational Impact:

  • Accelerated time-to-market
  • Reduced development costs
  • Increased product customization capability

Course Objectives:

  • Understand the technologies behind additive manufacturing
  • Apply digital tools for design and simulation
  • Select appropriate materials for prototypes
  • Operate desktop and industrial-grade 3D printers
  • Evaluate prototypes for production readiness
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Course Modules

Course Modules:

Module 1: Fundamentals of Additive Manufacturing

  • Overview of AM processes (FDM, SLA, SLS, etc.)
  • Benefits and limitations in industry
  • Industrial AM applications

Module 2: Digital Prototyping and CAD Modeling

  • Design for AM principles
  • CAD tools (SolidWorks, Fusion 360, etc.)
  • STL preparation and slicing software

Module 3: Materials and Print Process Optimization

  • Thermoplastics, resins, metals, and composites
  • Print settings and quality control
  • Troubleshooting print errors

Module 4: Functional Testing and Iterative Design

  • Fit, form, and function validation
  • Load testing and stress simulation
  • Rapid revision cycles

Module 5: Scaling Prototypes to Production

  • Transitioning to injection molding or machining
  • Hybrid manufacturing strategies
  • Business case for AM in product development
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Course Administration

Methodology

Instructor-led sessions use a blended learning approach combining presentations, guided practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and group work, delivered by seasoned industry experts. All facilitation and course materials are in English, so participants should be reasonably proficient in the language.

Accreditation

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued a Tech For Development Certificate of Course Completion

Training Venue

The training will be held at the Tech For Development Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

Accommodation & Airport Transfer

Arranged upon request.For reservations contact the Training Officer:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (+254) 790 824 179

Tailor-Made

This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our T4D Training Centre or at a convenient location.

Payment

Payment should be transferred to the T4D account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected].

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