3D printing technology, as an emerging technology in the field of rapid prototyping, is a highly potential and rapidly developing technology that has been widely applied in various fields such as industrial modeling, machinery manufacturing, aerospace, military, construction, medicine, archaeology, cultural arts, sculpture, and jewelry. Since 1991, China has started researching 3D printing technology, initially known as rapid prototyping technology, mainly applied in vocational technical training and higher education. After 2000, universities such as Tsinghua University, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, and Xi’an Jiaotong University continued to research 3D printing technology. Xi’an Jiaotong University focuses on applications, producing molds and aerospace components; Huazhong University of Science and Technology has developed various 3D printing devices; Tsinghua University has shifted its research focus to the field of biomanufacturing after transferring rapid prototyping technology to enterprises.
1. Curriculum and Educational Conditions
The curriculum is designed to train students to quickly adapt to the needs of relevant enterprises or to engage in related professional work independently. The main courses focus on professional applications, supplemented by basic theory, including: mechanical drawing, computer-aided design (Autodesk 123D, Solid Works, 3D Studio Max), computer post-processing (Cura, Simplify 3D), reverse modeling, rapid product representation techniques, 3D data processing, 3D scanning technology, and comprehensive training in 3D printing.
3D Printing Design Positions
3D Printing Processing and Manufacturing Positions
2. School-Enterprise Cooperation
To strengthen the integration of industry and education and to build a joint training goal between schools and enterprises, the department actively introduces high-quality enterprises such as Chongqing Ruijiada Technology Co., Ltd. to jointly build on-campus training bases. Chongqing Ruijiada Technology Co., Ltd., established in 2016, is a national high-tech enterprise focusing on additive manufacturing (3D printing) technology research and development, equipment production, and promotion application. The company is mainly dedicated to providing comprehensive solutions for the construction of 3D printing technology majors, talent cultivation, and industrial application. In 2020, it was recognized as a national high-tech enterprise, a technology-based enterprise in Chongqing, and one of the first 20 enterprises in Chongqing to integrate industry and education. Students receive practical training according to enterprise production requirements, experiencing corporate culture, philosophy, and management systems during the training process, mastering professional knowledge and skills, and laying a solid foundation for adapting to enterprise job capabilities.
Chongqing Ruijiada Technology Co., Ltd.
3D Printing Mechanical Products
3D Printing Mechanical Products
3D Printing Mechanical Products
3. Student Employment and Development
Graduates of this major mainly target positions as 3D printing technicians and engineers, 3D printing modeling engineers, reverse modelers, digital modeling engineers, jewelry designers, dental mold designers, 3D printing lecturers, 3D printing sales, after-sales service, and maintenance in industries such as machinery manufacturing, automotive manufacturing, engineering machinery manufacturing, electronic information, aerospace, and medicine. Students who are proficient in 3D printing technology can earn a monthly salary of over 5000 yuan.
3D Printing Equipment Production Positions
3D Printing Mechanical Products