3D Printing for the Classroom - Science

Service Description

3D printers are a powerful resource for science teaching. They allow teachers to create precise, custom components, instructional models, and laboratory tools using a wide range of materials, all in a classroom-safe environment. However, without a solid understanding of how printers work and where they add genuine value, they are often slow, unreliable, and underused. This hands-on professional learning workshop is designed specifically for science teachers. It will build confidence in operating and maintaining FDM 3D printers, and develop the skills needed to design, slice, and print classroom-ready scientific models, experimental rigs, jigs, and lab equipment. Participants will learn how to use 3D printing to improve experimental consistency, replace broken or hard-to-source equipment, and create high-impact teaching aids across physics, chemistry, biology, and earth science. The day combines theory, demonstrations, and practical sessions, with a strong focus on real laboratory and classroom applications rather than novelty printing