Beginner
Reliable setup, slicing, materials, and first-print troubleshooting.
New Plymouth workshop interest
Learn 3D printing by preparing a reliable first print.
A practical, small-group introduction to slicing, materials, print settings, first layers, and troubleshooting. No printer is required.
No payment or commitment now. The date and New Plymouth venue will be confirmed once enough people are interested.
3 hoursPractical beginner session
NZD $120Proposed price per person
6-12 peopleSmall pilot group
New PlymouthVenue to be confirmed
Pilot course
Your First Reliable 3D Print
Built for complete beginners, new printer owners, and people considering buying a printer.
- Printer anatomy, safe operation, and a clear start-to-finish workflow.
- STL and 3MF files, slicer basics, and responsible model sourcing.
- Layer height, walls, infill, orientation, and when supports are needed.
- Choosing between PLA+ and PETG for common projects.
- First-layer checks and how to diagnose common print failures.
- Prepare and start a practical print with guided settings.
What could follow
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Tell us which level you want next.
The interest form also measures demand for more focused courses after the beginner pilot.
Intermediate
Better settings, tolerances, fit, supports, and calibration.
Advanced materials
Engineering filaments, drying, enclosures, hardware, and design choices.
CAD to print
Measure, model, refine, export, and prepare your own practical part.
Expression of interest
Help choose the first date.
Leave your preferences and we will contact you when a suitable venue and pilot date are ready.
No payment today
This is an interest list, not a confirmed booking.
Useful responses only
Your preferred course and time will guide the launch.
Before you register
Workshop questions
Is the workshop date confirmed?
Not yet. The first date and venue will be chosen from the strongest time preferences on the interest list.
Do I pay when I register interest?
No. Payment will only be requested after the date, venue, and minimum group size are confirmed.
Do I need my own printer?
No. Printer demonstrations and guided slicer examples will be provided during the pilot.
Will there be more advanced classes?
Yes, if there is enough demand. Select the most relevant level in the form so the next course can be planned around real interest.