What is IDEA?
IDEA is a class that allows you to open your mindset and challenge you to think. It is an engineering class, you use many software's and machines that many schools do not have the chance to use.
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Machines you will use in IDEA:
3-D Printing |
Laser Engraver |
In this class you will use a 3-D printer to create things. A 3-D printer melts plastic into whatever you tell it to do. We will use a special program to tell the printer what to do. Your mind is the limit.
CNC Router and CNC MillA CNC Router is a process that uses a rotary tool to remove material from wood, foam, plastic, and soft metals. A CNC Mill is machine that makes small intricate parts for anything really.
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Laser engraving is a process that vaporizes material to engrave permanent marks. The laser beam acts as a chisel, making marks by removing layers from the surface of the material. The laser hits areas with massive levels of energy to generate the high heat required for vaporization.
VinylVinyl is a very versatile plastic. It can be used to make autobody parts to food wrap.
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