Intro to 3D Printing with Bambu Printers

Goal: Learn slicing basics and prepare your design for printing in Bambu Studio.

Quick laugh: Slicing is the part where your model stops being a dream and becomes robot instructions.

Objectives

• Apply core slicing settings for a basic classroom print ( Evidence: Slicing Settings Log).
• Read the layer preview before final export ( Evidence: Prediction + reflection responses).
• Prepare and submit a print-ready 3MF file, then begin printing with teacher approval ( Evidence: Submission checklist).

Success Criteria

• I can set and record key slicer values accurately.
• I can support one print-quality prediction using the layer preview.
• I can submit an approved 3MF and begin printing safely.

Steps

Instructional Flow: Learn (slicer walkthrough) → Practice (Day 3 activity log) → Submit (Before You Submit Checklist + Copy Day Notes).

1. Step 1: Review Slicer Workflow (8 min)
   Assignment: Watch the Slicer Software Walkthrough Video, then open Bambu Studio.
2. Step 2: Import Model File (5 min)
   Assignment: Import your STL file.
3. Step 3: Configure Slicing Settings (10 min)
   Assignment: Adjust settings: Layer Height 0.2 mm, Infill 15%, No Supports, and record them in Slicing Settings Log.
4. Step 4: Preview Layers and Predict Results (7 min)
   Assignment: Preview the print layers, save your 3MF file, then complete Prediction.
5. Step 5: Submit for Teacher Review (5 min)
   Assignment: Insert your 3MF filename/link in your Digital Notebook Day 3 entry for teacher review before printing. 3MF note: upload file to Google Classroom, log filename/link in Notebook.
6. Step 6: Start Print and Finalize Notes (5 min)
   Assignment: After teacher approval, start your print, then complete Reflection and Before You Submit Checklist.

Deliverable: 3MF filename/link documented in your Digital Notebook, approved, and print started (3MF file uploaded to Google Classroom).