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3D Printing with Blender

  • Price: Starting at $64/lesson
  • Age: Ages 10-19
  • Skill Level: Beginner-Advanced
  • Format: Online Private Lessons | 1-on-1, Online
  • Duration: 1, 4, 8, 12 lessons, 1 hour per lesson

About This Topic

Have you ever wanted to see something you design come to life? Get your very own 3D Printer, then learn to print whatever you desire! In this course, you'll use Blender, a free and open-source modeling software, to design and create intricate 3D models. Whether your goal is to make a fantasy creature or a practical device, this is the course to get you started with 3D printing.

You'll learn to:

  • Complete the entire 3D printing process
  • Use best practices for effective 3D print creation and troubleshooting print
  • Use polygon and curve modeling tools
  • Translate visual inspiration into successful 3D models
  • Unleash your creativity with your very own Monoprice Voxel 3D Printer

Course Format 

This 3D printing lesson is one option among over 30 topics in each private lesson package. Upon purchasing a package, you’ll schedule your 60-minute lessons by choosing this topic (or another!) and then selecting an instructor, date, and time that works best for you. When it's time for the lesson, your child will connect with their instructor via Zoom. 

Why this lesson? Have kids who want to see something they design come to life? In this course, kids will use Blender, a free and open-source modeling software, to design and create intricate 3D models. Whether their goal is to make a fantasy creature or a practical device, this is the course to get them started with 3D printing.

Choose a Lesson Package

Select your desired number of lessons per month! The more you buy, the more you save—and the faster your child advances. Explore the benefits of each package:

Ideal for students who are new to this topic or are very busy with other extracurricular activities. The perfect way to try out personalized STEM learning!

Ideal for students who are already interested in this topic, looking to build a solid foundation in STEM, or are somewhat busy with other extracurricular activities. Our most popular package, designed for weekly learning!

Ideal for students who are very engaged in this topic, looking to prioritize their STEM skill development, and are primarily involved in STEM activities. Optimal for students seeking immersive, twice-weekly learning!

Ideal for students who are extremely engaged in this topic, looking to prioritize their STEM skill development, or plan to pursue STEM in college and future careers. The ultimate package to maximize progress, fun, and savings!

Elite Staff & Experienced Instructors

Passion for tech. Unmatched expertise. Personality that brings out the absolute best in your child. With 25 years of experience, we know there's no replacement for the best teacher. Each year iD instructors go on to be hired by the most prestigious tech companies in the world like Google, EA, Disney, Microsoft, and more. When your child learns from the best, they’ll unlock opportunities to become their best. 

  • 100% USA-based, adult instructors

  • Recruited from top universities like Stanford, Caltech, and NYU

  • Rigorous background and reference checks

  • Robust training programs and certification

  • Adherence to American Camp Association accredited guidelines

Instructor Highlights

Chris M.

Software Engineer at Google

“My time as an iD instructor was really formative. I stayed with STEM in college as a Computer Science and Electrical Engineering major, and now I’m working at Google in Chicago. If you find yourself thinking about STEM-related things outside of school, follow that passion. Major in it. Keep pursuing it.”

Instructor Highlights

Chris M.

Software Engineer at Google

“My time as an iD instructor was really formative. I stayed with STEM in college as a Computer Science and Electrical Engineering major, and now I’m working at Google in Chicago. If you find yourself thinking about STEM-related things outside of school, follow that passion. Major in it. Keep pursuing it.”

Instructor Highlights

Aspen C.

Associate Designer at Bethesda Softworks

“The spirit of innovation and creativity I felt around my students while teaching Unity led me toward my career as a professional game designer. My time at iD Tech taught me that no dream is too big, and that brilliant ideas can come from anywhere.”

Instructor Highlights

Aspen C.

Associate Designer at Bethesda Softworks

“The spirit of innovation and creativity I felt around my students while teaching Unity led me toward my career as a professional game designer. My time at iD Tech taught me that no dream is too big, and that brilliant ideas can come from anywhere.”

Instructor Highlights

Brian M.

Software Engineer at Disney

“The opportunity to create an environment of collaboration, inclusion, and creativity was a truly special experience. The skills I honed while teaching at iD Tech led me to my software engineering roles at ESPN and the Walt Disney Company.”

Instructor Highlights

Brian M.

Software Engineer at Disney

“The opportunity to create an environment of collaboration, inclusion, and creativity was a truly special experience. The skills I honed while teaching at iD Tech led me to my software engineering roles at ESPN and the Walt Disney Company.”

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FAQ

Blender is powerful creative software that lets users design stunning visuals, create stop-motion films, animate characters, and add special effects. Its applications span gaming, arts, and film, making it an incredible tool to spark kids' interest in STEAM. As they explore and grow, they’ll unlock Blender’s full potential to bring their imaginations to life!

The applications of Blender to gaming, the arts, and film can ignite kids’ passion for STEAM. As they progress, they’ll discover the potential of the software to bring their imagination to life! Read more about how to learn 3D printing. 

Our Online Private Lessons offer live, 1-on-1 learning with an experienced, USA-based instructor and curriculum tailored to your child's interests and skill level! When you select this topic and purchase a lesson package, you can choose your instructor and schedule a 60-minute lesson for the date and time that works best for you.  

Once scheduled, you can share notes about your child and any specific learning goals they might have. When it's time for their lesson, your child will connect with their instructor via Zoom. You will receive a post-session progress report via email so you can track your child's success! 

Yes, this lesson is designed for beginner to advanced students. The 1-on-1 format ensures that students receive personalized attention and have the freedom to learn at their own pace, and according to their own interests and goals. 

To run this online lesson with iD Tech, students will need a Mac or Windows computer (no Chromebooks, unless otherwise specified), a webcam, and a stable internet connection with access to Zoom video conferencing. Additional info on lesson-specific installation requirements will be communicated after registration.

This topic is taught by live iD Tech instructors who are recruited from top universities like Stanford, Caltech, NYU, and Carnegie Mellon. In addition to being topic experts, instructors are trained to engage, connect, and bring out the best in your child. 

We get it—things happen! As a result, we will gladly reschedule any lesson with no penalty when given more than 24-hour notice.

With other online options including virtual camps and teen academies, there is a group learning experience that fits your child’s interest, skill level, goals, and importantly, schedule. Inspiring instructors, customized curriculum, and topics your child can’t get enough of—sound familiar? Everything there is to love about our private lessons is available in group format. Learn more. 

Our Program Specialists are here to provide you with the best experience. Looking for a personalized course recommendation? Need help signing up? We’ve got you covered. Call us at 1-888-709-8324 or email hello@idtech.com. 

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