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Prototyping (Coursera)

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Prototyping (Coursera)

In this short course, you will learn the what, why, and how of prototyping. After the course, you will be familiar with how to create prototypes, why to use them, and what tools are available to create them.

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Course 2 of 3 in the Rapid Prototyping Using 3D Printing Specialization.

What You Will Learn
Students will examine the what, why, and how of prototyping.

Syllabus

WEEK 1
Course Introduction
In this short course, you will learn the what, why, and how of prototyping. After the course, you will be familiar with how to create prototypes, why to use them, and what tools are available to create them.

WEEK 2
Introduction to Prototyping
In this module, you will learn the key principles of prototyping, why we use prototypes, and the various types of prototypes.

WEEK 3
Prototyping Tools and Techniques
In this module learners will be introduced to the various tools and techniques of prototyping.

WEEK 4
Polymer 3DP Technologies
In this module learners will be introduced to various 3D printing technologies/tools for making prototypes.

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