Ignite Your Creativity with
3D Printing

Design,Print and Bring Your Ideas to Life!

Discover the World of 3D Printing With Us

The future of work is here and it’s hands-on. 3D printing is transforming how products are designed, built, and customized across countless industries. Our program is designed to help you gain real experience, earn industry credentials, and connect your learning to meaningful career opportunities—no prior experience required.

Hands-On Learning

Design digital models, operate professional 3D printers, and produce physical parts in fully equipped labs.

Industry Credentials

Earn the New Collar Network 3D Printing Technician Master Badge recognized by employers.

Career Pathways & Real-World Skills

Build in-demand skills used in healthcare, manufacturing, design, and creative industries.

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What consists of our 3D Printing Technician Course?

  • An introduction to 3D printing and digital fabrication technologies.
  • Learn CAD design and design-for-print principles to create functional parts.
  • Operate 3D printers through slicing, setup, printing, and post-processing.
  • Develop troubleshooting, maintenance, and LEAN manufacturing skills.
  • Gain technical writing experience and prepare for industry-recognized credentials.

Course Schedule

Duration: March - May 2026

Class Days: Monday - Thursday

Time: 10AM - 3PM (PST)

Format: Flex with dual lab support (Lodi & Stockton)

Through a structured, immersive learning experience, students build practical 3D printing experience aligned with today’s workforce needs. The program culminates in earning the New Collar Network 3D Printing Technician Master Badge, signaling your readiness for roles across manufacturing, healthcare, design, and creative industries. Just as importantly, we actively support pathways to employers seeking these skills.

Eligibility:

  • Ages 16 and up
  • No high school diploma required—equivalency options can be completed alongside the course

Program Cost: FREE

*Registration is covered through a limited-time funding from the North Valley Thrive Grant for residents in San Joaquin County and Stanislaus County*

Ready to take the first step? Apply now to join an information session and see if this course is the perfect fit for you!

Start Your Exploration
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Earn New Collar Network Digital Badges

Throughout the course, you’ll earn industry-recognized badges that showcase your skills to employers. Here are just a few of the badges you can expect to work toward:
New Collar Network Intro to Digital Design badge

Intro to Digital Design

New Collar Network Intro to Fusion 360 badge

Intro to Fusion 360

New Collar Network Design FDM badge

Design FDM

New Collar Network Manufacturing FDM badge

Computer-Aided Manufacturing FDM

New Collar Network Fundamentals FDM badge

Fundamentals FDM

New Collar Network Post Processing FDM badge

Post-Processing FDM

New Collar Network Maintenance FDM badge

Maintenance FDM

New Collar Network Master FDM badge

Master FDM

Want to explore the full library of badges and what they represent?

View All New Collar Network Badges

Explore Career Opportunities

3D printing skills are in demand across multiple industries, including:

Engineering and Manufacturing

  • Additive Manufacturing Engineer
  • Product Designer
  • CAD Designer/Drafter
  • Tooling Engineer

Healthcare and Medicine

  • Biomedical Engineer
  • Orthotics and Prosthetics Specialist
  • Dential Technician
  • Surgical Planning Specialist

Education and Emerging Sectors

  • 3D Printing Education
  • 3D Printing Service Provider
  • Innovation Consultant
  • Research Engineer

Engineering and Manufacturing

  • Additive Manufacturing Engineer
  • Product Designer
  • CAD Designer/Drafter
  • Tooling Engineer

Healthcare and Medicine

  • Biomedical Engineer
  • Orthotics and Prosthetics Specialist
  • Dential Technician
  • Surgical Planning Specialist

Education and Emerging Sectors

  • 3D Printing Education
  • 3D Printing Service Provider
  • Innovation Consultant
  • Research Engineer
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Curious About 3D Printing?

If you’re interested but unsure where to start, you’re not alone. We offer explore classes in Lodi and Stockton where you can get a hands-on introduction to 3D design and printing. It’s a great way to see what the technology is all about before committing to a full program. Talk with Open Innovation Centers staff and we’ll help you decide what makes the most sense for where you are now.

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