Introduction to 3D Printing and Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM)
- Innovation & Business Improvement
This programme is conducted on campus.
To use your SkillsFuture Credit, please submit your claim through our payment portal. Do not submit the claim manually via the SkillsFuture page. Please refer to our step-by-step guide here.
2 days
Weekdays (9am - 6pm)
Singapore Management University
Who Should Attend
- Educators
- Managers (Additive Manufacturing, Prototyping, Design)
- Product Design & Development
- Rapid Prototyping Engineer/ Designer
- Fine Arts (Practitioner, Ceramicist)
PREREQUISITE
- Learners must be able to read, write, and speak English
Overview
This introductory course on 3D printing covers essential 3D printer operations and highlights its diverse industrial applications. From design to print, course participants will learn about the fundamentals of 3D modeling, slicing, and printing using common open-source software. This course also discusses on the advantages and disadvantages of 3D printing along with practical troubleshooting tips for common challenges. Upon completion of the course, participants would be equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to confidently operate a 3D printer and produce high-quality prints.
Learning Objectives
At the end of the 2-day module, participants will be able to:
- Operate a fused deposition modelling (FDM) 3-Dimensional (3D) printer of different capabilities including setup, printing and maintenance
- Identify pros and cons of 3D printing and their industry applications
- Troubleshoot basic printer and printer issues and quick fixes
- Develop confidence in model feasibility and preparation, material selection and printing through hands-on exercise
Assessment
As part of the requirement for SkillsFuture Singapore, there will be an assessment conducted at the end of every module. The mode of assessment varies depending on the modules and it will be either an online quiz or group presentation.
Participants are required to attain a minimum of 75% attendance and pass the associated assessment in order to receive a digital Certificate of Completion issued by SMU Academy.
Calculate Programme Fee
Fee Table
| EMPLOYER-SPONSORED | |||
|
PARTICIPANT PROFILE |
SELF-SPONSORED |
SME |
NON-SME |
|
Singapore Citizen < 40 years old Permanent Resident LTVP+
|
$784.80 (After SSG Funding 70%) |
$304.80 (After SSG Funding 70% |
$784.80 (After SSG Funding 70%) |
|
Singapore Citizen ≥ 40 years old |
$304.80 (After SSG Funding 70% |
$304.80 (After SSG Funding 70% |
$304.80 (After SSG Funding 70% |
|
International Participant |
$2,616 (No Funding) |
$2,616 (No Funding) |
$2,616 (No Funding) |
All prices include 9% GST
Please note that the programme fees are subject to change without prior notice.
Post Secondary Education Account (PSEA)
PSEA can be utilised for subsidised programmes eligible for SkillsFuture Credit support. Click here to find out more.
(Please note that PSEA payments will be temporarily unavailable from 10 to 30 April 2026 due to a scheduled blackout by the Ministry of Education.)
Self Sponsored
SkillsFuture Credit
Singapore Citizens aged 25 and above may use their SkillsFuture Credits to pay for the course fees. The credits may be used on top of existing course fee funding.
This is only applicable to self-sponsored participants. Application to utilise SkillsFuture Credits can be submitted when making payment for the course via the SMU Academy TMS Portal, and can only be made within 60 days of course start date.
Please click here for more information on the SkillsFuture Credit. For help in submitting an SFC claim, you may wish to refer to our step-by-step guide on claiming SkillsFuture Credits (Individual).Workfare Skills Support Scheme
From 1 July 2023, the Workfare Skills Support (WSS) scheme has been enhanced. Please click here for more details.
Employer Sponsored
Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (ETSS)
- Organisation must be registered or incorporated in Singapore
- Employment size of not more than 200 or with annual sales turnover of not more than $100 million
- Trainees must be hired in accordance with the Employment Act and fully sponsored by their employers for the course
- Trainees must be Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents
- Trainees must not be a full-time national serviceman
- Trainees are eligible for ETSS funding only if their company's SME status is approved prior to the course commencement date. To verify your SME's status, please click here.
Please click here for more information on ETSS.
Absentee Payroll
Employers who sponsor their employees for the course may apply for Absentee Payroll here. For more information, please refer to:
AP Guide (Non-SME Companies)
Declaration Guide (SME Companies)
Intake Information
Intake 1: 11 & 12 May 2026 [Open for Registration]
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