Arizona State University
Additive Manufacturing Specialization
Arizona State University

Additive Manufacturing Specialization

Learn Key 3D Printing Techniques for Manufacturing. Learn about the growing field of additive manufacturing through an introduction to six different AM processes.

Dhruv Bhate

Instructor: Dhruv Bhate

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(153 reviews)

Beginner level

Recommended experience

1 month at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Earn a career credential
Share your expertise with employers

What you'll learn

  • Students will compare and contrast different additive manufacturing processes and describe a typical AM process flow.

  • Students will identify three different modes of 3D printing: material extrusion, photopolymer resin processes, and powder bed fusion.

  • Students will apply the DfAM staircase framework to make additive manufacturing decisions.

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Taught in English
21 practice exercises

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Specialization - 5 course series

What you'll learn

  • Students will compare and contrast different additive manufacturing processes and describe a typical AM process flow.

Skills you'll gain

Manufacturing Processes, Materials science, 3D Assets, Production Process, Computer-Aided Design, 3D Modeling, Emerging Technologies, and Schematic Diagrams

What you'll learn

  • Students will identify the two ways in which to 3D print using the material extrusion process.

Skills you'll gain

3D Modeling, Computer-Aided Design, Manufacturing Operations, Research, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Materials science, Experimentation, Process Analysis, and Equipment Design

What you'll learn

  • Students will identify the key elements of two photopolymer resin based processes: PolyJet and stereolithography.

Skills you'll gain

Manufacturing Processes, Materials science, Production Process, Manufacturing Operations, Laboratory Experience, Prototyping, Process Development, Experimentation, Analytical Testing, Equipment Design, and Process Engineering

What you'll learn

  • Students will identify the key elements of powder bed fusion in the context of both polymers and metals.

Skills you'll gain

Manufacturing Processes, Process Control, Manufacturing and Production, Laboratory Testing, Process Analysis, Safety Training, Systems Of Measurement, Materials science, and Equipment Design

What you'll learn

  • Students will apply the DfAM staircase framework to make additive manufacturing decisions.

Skills you'll gain

Manufacturing Processes, Design, 3D Modeling, Prototyping, Computer-Aided Design, Design Strategies, Materials science, and Engineering Design Process

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Dhruv Bhate
Arizona State University
5 Courses6,243 learners

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