Tinkercad

Tinkercad is an introduction CAD (computer-aided design) program formulated for students. You can make basic 3D objects or very complex. 

Topics for Basic Mastery of Tinkercad

Creating an account in Tinkercad with a Class Code

Introduction to Tinkercad

Naming files appropriately 

Measuring in Tinkercad

Make holes & Grouping

Move a figure up and down & Change dimensions of a figure by dragging and typing dimensions & Group/Ungroup

Use the align tool & Make bigger or smaller while grouped & Group/Ungroup

Spin figure & Flip Tool & Ensuring the side with the most surface area is on the mat

Change dimensions while keeping proportions by holding SHIFT & Make a figure transparent

Using the ruler

Tips on using Tinkercad

Cary Academy Specifics

3D Printing Request Form link

Printing all of a 3D object or part of it & Exporting to Cura (for club and summer programs only)

Examples

Create a smiley face

Create a flower

Create a frog

Measurements (also included in the videos)

Project ideas

Design Challenges

Create a Desk Organizer