3D printing Workshop winter 2022

For the last 4 years Build Camp has struggled to find a suitable way to continue offering useful educational opportunities, plus Covid has been unkind to us like everyone else. But we have finally found a great way to offer classes again! We have teamed up with Epic Mobile Repair to offer evening classes coving all things 3D printing. 

Epic 3D Printing

A 3D printing workshop for beginners. Come learn how to get the most out of your 3D printer. Classes are taught in 3 separate sessions. Choose whichever class you need or choose all classes for a well rounded knowledge base. All Courses will be videoed and participants will be given access after class completion. For ages 12+.

$30 per class Or Save $15 and take all three for just $75

$10 discount per session when purchased with one of our printer kits.

Classes will be held at our Layton Hills Mall location.

1201 N Hill Field Rd, Suite 2038, Layton, UT 84041

Sign up at Epic Mobile Repair in Layton hills mall or Sign up here.

Printing Basics 101

Covering getting started, mechanics, basics, and troubleshooting. Big helps for those assembling a printer kit or those who plan to build or modify a printer. This class will help you learn the basics: What is a stepper Motor and driver? How do printers work? How does an Arduino control a printer? Do I have to write my own firmware? How can I find help when things go wrong? 

We will teach the basics about building a 3D printer. You will learn how they work, learn the lingo, learn how to adjust and solve problems.

We will save some time at the end of class to give specific help to those who bring their own printer for help.

 

Printing Software 102

Covering printing methods, skills, and software. You got your printer up and running, Now What? How do I get my prints to work? How do I solve the issues with my prints? How do I solve this non-manifold problem? 

In this class you will learn how to find useful and intriguing models on the internet, learn how to make a lithophane, learn what file types you need and what software programs to use. 

Learn how to find a model, slice a model, best print settings, what software to use, how to import files, repair broken files, troubleshoot print issues.

 

3D modeling 103

3D model your own ideas. But I want to design my own stuff! How do I create a part that fits my unique needs? I want to design a new product. How do I get started? Is there any software that isn’t crazy expensive?

Learn how to design your own model. What software to use. How to get started. The first basic tools to design your own parts and models. Some tips on modifying existing models.

Upcoming sessions

Printing Basics 101

Feb 3 2022

Printing Software 102

Feb 10 2022

3D modeling 103

Feb 22 2022

Sign up here. Class size is limited so sign up today.

Build Camp 2019

Build Camp 2019!

Imagine. Invent. Create.  

June 14^th and 15^th 2018

10:00 AM to 5:00 PM 

Come learn new skills, build cool projects, and have FUN!

Held at the Chapman Home & Shop

6796 South 1800 East

Uintah, UT 84405

Here are some example projects we may be working on

• Build a power hammer for blacksmithing.
• Build a high temperature electric heat treating oven capable of reaching temperatures over 2000 degrees for melting metal and hardening tool steel.
• Finish a lawnmower powered side by side ATV.
• Build an addition to our treeless tree house with additional tower, climbing wall, zipline, and slide.
• Electric rideable train.

You will be amazed what kids can do! We will be building cool projects which will teach skills, techniques, abilities, boost confidence and give your child an experience he or she will never forget. We will complete real projects with real results. All projects are intended to inspire and motivate kids and families to do fun projects at home.

All are invited to participate from ages 12 and up.
Here is a look at last year's event.

Talented parents are invited to come and help out. What a great way to spend quality time with your children!

Build Camp is meant to expose youth to many aspects of building and creating. As such it is a creative environment in which youth are exposed to tools, methods, processes, and project-based learning. Projects for 2019 include a power hammer for blacksmithing, a battery-powered electric model train that's big enough to ride on, a dune buggy, Tesla Coil, a High temperature oven and more!
Due to the creative nature of build camp we may or may not complete any or all of the intended project but we are committed to make sure that each child has an equal opportunity to participate, learn and grow.

Ages 12 and up are invited. Parents are encouraged (but not required) to attend. Build Camp starts at 10:00 AM on each day and ends at about 5:00 PM. Participants should eat breakfast before arriving.

 Lunch will be provided on both days for no additional cost.

(Please provide your own meals if strict dietary requirements must be met.)

 

Youth participant slots are limited so please Apply now! 

Cost for youth to attend in 2019 is only $79

Adults are only $49

We recommend that kids earn their own money to pay their Build Camp fees. Posted here is an amazingly simple and crazy effective fundraiser for kids to earn their own camp fee money. See it here:

 http://buildcamp.blogspot.com/p/fundraising-for-kids.html

 An invoice will be sent after successful application and selection.

Fees must be paid in advance in cash/check delivered or mailed to the address above or through Venmo for free. (https://venmo.com/i/joshua-chapman)

We reserve the right to cancel a session and issue a full refund due to insufficient number of participants.

Please bring:

• Safety glasses, sun glasses
• Ear Protection
• Work gloves
• Sunscreen
• Hat
• Extra grungy clothes that are OK to get dirty
• Battery operated drill, jig saw, and other tools you may have. Make sure any tools you bring are marked with your name.
• Camera

Please do not bring:

Electronic and other entertainment devices or bad attitudes

We will be outside most of the day. Plan accordingly.

NEW: We recommend participants earn their own money for camp fees, and we have posted an amazingly simple and crazy effective fundraiser for kids to earn their own camp fee money. See it here: http://buildcamp.blogspot.com/p/fundraising-for-kids.html

Disclaimer:

All activities carry safety risks and you assume these risks personally. Please either have an adult join your kids or provide medical insurance information in case of an emergency.
Participants will be allowed (under supervision) to use equipment such as table saw, welder, sanders, grinders, nail guns, hand tools, etc. We cannot guarantee that your child will be uninjured. We will strive to provide direct supervision, particularly on dangerous equipment, but we can not assume liability. (All participants will be required to sign liability waiver forms.)
Children who require frequent attention or close supervision are invited to participate only with a parent. We will be doing serious constructing activities including cutting wood and metal, painting and welding and using many real tools. If your child will be at risk in semi hazardous environments please do not apply.

Talented Parents wanted:

We need lots of help from parents. When signing up please choose assignments you feel most comfortable with.  All attending parents will be given assignments.

We are really excited for this years Build Camp, and hope you will be too.
Sincerely,
Josh and Camille Chapman

 P.S. if you haven't done it yet, please follow this link to get signed up right now: sign up right now!


"The T-Shirt says more than just Build Camp, it says Building Youth. Thank you for Everything!" 
             -Deania-

"Build Camp was Awesome. I really enjoyed making friends and building things. I also enjoyed the great food and cooking out.  It was also fun to sleep over."
            -Isaac-

"The projects were fun and we learned useful skills like working with others, how to organize, and how to use deadly power tools."

            -Anna-

Build Camp 2017

Build Camp 2017!

Imagine. Invent. Create.  

Two Sessions available.

June 23^th and 24^th 2017 (June registration is now closed)

July 7^th and 8^th 2017

Friday and Saturday 
9:00 AM to 7:00 PM 

Come learn new skills, build cool projects, and have FUN!

Held at the Chapman Home & Shop

6796 South 1800 East

Uintah, UT 84405

Here are some projects we will be working on:

• Build a motorized scale diesel electric train locomotive that is big enough to RIDE ON!
• Tesla Coil. A device invented by futurist Nicola Tesla which generates amazing electrical displays by tuning to resonant frequencies.
• Work on a lawnmower powered side by side dune buggy.
• Build something to take home like a 3D Printed fidget spinner or a pokemon character.

NEW: We have just posted an amazingly simple and crazy effective fundraiser for kids to earn their own camp fee money. See it here: http://buildcamp.blogspot.com/p/fundraising-for-kids.html

You will be amazed what kids can do! We will be building cool projects which will teach skills, techniques, abilities, boost confidence and give your child an experience he or she will never forget. We will complete real projects with real results. All projects are intended to inspire and motivate kids and families to do fun projects at home.

All are invited to participate from ages 12 and up.
Here is a look at last year's event.

Talented parents are invited to come and help out. What a great way to spend quality time with your children!

Children who require frequent attention/supervision are invited to participate only with a parent. We will be doing serious constructing activities including cutting wood and metal, painting and welding and using many other tools. If your child will be at risk in semi hazardous environments please do not attend.

Build Camp is meant to expose youth to many aspects of building and creating. As such it is a creative environment in which youth are exposed to tools, methods, processes, and project-based learning. Projects for 2017 include a battery-powered electric model train that's big enough to ride on, a dune buggy, Tesla Coil, fidget spinners, other 3D printed toys.
Due to the creative nature of build camp we may or may not complete any or all of the intended project but we are committed to make sure that each child has an equal opportunity to participate, learn and grow.

Ages 12 and up are invited. Parents are encouraged (but not required) to attend. Build Camp starts at 9:00 AM on each day and ends at about 7:00 PM. Participants should eat breakfast before arriving and bring a sack lunch. We will provide dinner on both days. 

 

This year youth participant slots are limited and will be handled via application process. Please Apply now! 

Cost to attend a session is $189 for youth and $149 for adults. An invoice will be sent after successful application and selection.
Fees must be paid in advance in cash/check delivered or mailed to the address above or through Venmo for free. (https://venmo.com/i/joshua-chapman)

We reserve the right to cancel a session due to insufficient number of participants.

Please bring:

• Safety glasses, sun glasses
• Ear Protection
• Work gloves
• Sunscreen
• Hat
• Pillows, tents, sleeping bags (kids will share tents)
• Personal toiletries
• Extra grungy clothes that are OK to get dirty
• Swimming suit just in case we have a water fight.
• Battery operated drill, jig saw, and other tools you may have. Make sure any tools you bring are marked with your name.
• Camera

Please do not bring:

Electronic and other entertainment devices

bad attitudes

We will be outside most of the day. Plan accordingly.

NEW: We have just posted an amazingly simple and crazy effective fundraiser for kids to earn their own camp fee money. See it here: http://buildcamp.blogspot.com/p/fundraising-for-kids.html

Disclaimer:

All activities carry safety risks and you assume these risks personally. Please either have an adult join your kids or provide medical insurance information in case of an emergency.
Participants will be allowed (under supervision) to use equipment such as table saw, welder, sanders, grinders, nail guns, hand tools, etc. We cannot guarantee that your child will be uninjured. We will strive to provide direct supervision, particularly on dangerous equipment, but we can not assume liability. (All participants will be required to sign liability waiver forms.)

Talented Parents wanted:

We need lots of help from parents. When signing up please choose assignments you feel most comfortable with.  All attending parents will be given assignments.

We are really excited for this years Build Camp, and hope you will be too.
Sincerely,
Josh and Camille Chapman

 P.S. if you haven't done it yet, please follow this link to get signed up right now: sign up right now!


"The T-Shirt says more than just Build Camp, it says Building Youth. Thank you for Everything!" 
             -Deania-

"Build Camp was Awesome. I really enjoyed making friends and building things. I also enjoyed the great food and cooking out.  It was also fun to sleep over."
            -Isaac-

"The projects were fun and we learned useful skills like working with others, how to organize, and how to use deadly power tools."

            -Anna-

Build Camp for Adults

Build Camp 3D Printing for Adults
 

November 5, 19 2016

Build Camp is an amazing opportunity for youth to learn new skills, gain confidence, and thrive in a world where only talent is rewarded. Now we are adding an opportunity for adults  get in on the action. This fall we are holding an adults only class on 3D printing.

Get your own 3D Printer

Learn how to use it

Learn to build cool things

Gain valuable experience for your resume

You will have expert instruction to put the printer together from a box of parts. That means you will gain a fundamental understanding of how it works, and how to make it better if you ever choose to do so.
November 5th will be our build day. We will run from 8:30 AM to about 3:00 PM. any construction that doesn't get completed on this day should be finished at home before the next meet up on:
November 19th With your printer 100% assembled you are ready for a crash course in 3D printing software. configure your printer and get all your questions answered, and develop your skills.







You will also be instructed on how to install software on your computer, set up the printer, use the software to prepare a model for printing, and finally print out a plastic part suitable for building hobby parts, machines, and artistic sculpture.

You will need to bring your own computer. We prefer Windows or Linux. But the software we recommend also works on Mac.


The course will run over 2 Saturdays with a possible pick up evening if needed. A minimum of 5 attendees are required to hold the class. Please help us spread the word and share this event on your media of choice.





For just $499 ($299 for the printer, $200 tuition) you will take home your own hand built 3D printer. By the way, that is a savings of over $325 compared to similar courses like this one: here. Add additional family members for just $99 each.

Participants should come prepared with a 6" calipers such as this caliper or this one at Harbor Freight  which often goes on sale for about $10. watch the ads for coupons.








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Final count down to Build Camp 2016

Build Camp 2016 Events

Build Camp is wrapping up our 2016 season. We have made a few changes to our schedule for Build Camp Jr, and 3D printing. See below.
 We still have a few slots available in our upcoming Build Camp Jr. on July 29th and our 3D printing camp. We can still order printer kits but they may not arrive before the camp, so you might have to build it at home from the instructions.
The Jr camp on July 29th will be a fun camp and we will be busily involved in building AquaBots.

Click on titles for more information. All camps are held in Uintah city, south end of Ogden.

Build Camp Jr. May 21st and July 29th 2016 A one day camp specifically for children 5-9 years old. Wood toys, gadgets, and science projects. This year we will build Water Powered Robots. Fun projects for young kids. Reg $139 for child/parent teams and $79 for each additional child.
ONLY 5 SLOTS LEFT

3D Printing and CNC Machine. August 11-13
Everyone knows what a 3D printer is, but how hard are they to use? What can you do with them? We will use one to build parts for other projects like our CNC machine and our robots. A CNC machine uses a computer to control a cutter which can cut almost any shape imaginable in wood, metal, and plastic. The problem is they can cost upwards of $500,000. we will build a CNC controlled Laser to engrave and cut parts for future projects.

Reg $239 per child, $189 Per parent or $1 when you add your own printer kit . Build and take home your own 3D printer for an extra $399 $299. Must prepay by June 1st 2016. 
ONLY 4 SLOTS LEFT

Do you have a 3D printer yet?

Build Camp 2016 Events

Do you have a 3D printer yet? If you did would you know how to use it? One of the amazing projects we will be doing this year is building a 3D printer. I'm sure you have heard of them but if not: a 3D printer is a cool little device that can take a digital 3D model from a computer program and literally print the digital model into a physical part. they are fascinating to watch and open a whole new world of possibilities for Makers, tinkers, engineers, and DIYers. For example the green parts in the picture of the Aquabot 1.0 below are 3d printed. it was much easier to make the complicated parts in a digital format and then print them for use on the robot. All this and more will be covered in our July 14-16 Build Camp. 
You and your family will be exposed to 3D printing, CNC, Laser cutting and more in this high tech camp. 
Important note: We have negotiated with our contacts and suppliers to provide you with an even better opportunity. for just $299 more you can take home your own 3D printer made by you. To further sweeten the deal we will also discount parents camp fees to $1. yes, you read right. only $1. To recap. 1 child admission $239
1 3D printer kit which we will help you build and set up, $299 (save $100)
1 Parent admission $1. (Save $188)
Guess what. Most places won't even sell you a 3D printer for $539. This is a great deal and $288 less than our regular price.

We also have our robotics camp where you will bring home your own robotic arm, High Voltage camp where you will help build a cool Tesla Coil, And if high tech is not your thing then come to Blacksmith camp. This is a study from where it all began. Blacksmiths were the original engineers and inventors.  We also have 2 up-coming single day camps for younger children (5-9) where we will build the Aquabot 2.0, a water powered robot.
Either choice you make do it now, because as we get closer to summer all our openings will fill up and you might just get Beaten out (ok, it's a bad blacksmith joke).

Get a $500 discount on a family season pass good for up to 5 family members to attend all events. Click here.

Click on titles for more information. All camps are held in Uintah city, south end of Ogden.

Build Camp Jr. May 21st and July 29th 2016 A one day camp specifically for children 5-9 years old. Wood toys, gadgets, and science projects. This year we will build Water Powered Robots. Fun projects for young kids. Reg $139 for child/parent teams and $79 for each additional child.

Build Camp Blacksmith. June 23-25 2016 Get back to our roots by rediscovering the work of the most clever individuals of old days. Learn the basics of setting up a forge, heating metal and pounding it into something amazing. Also build tools with a mixture of ancient and modern technology.  Reg $239 per child, $189 per adult.

Arduino Robotics. July 7 - July 9 Arduino is a mini micro controller (computer processor) that allows you to control inputs and outputs. Want a sensor to automatically water your plants? It can do it. How about a doorbell that tells solicitors to go away? We are going to use it to build a robot arm that can be programmed to play a xylophone or stack cups or assemble legos or anything else you can think of.

Each child will come home with his or her own Arduino controller, robotic arm, and a box of accessories valued over $200.

Reg $399 per child, $189 per parent/adult. (adult price does not include robot. contact Josh to add robot kit.)
ROBOTICS CAMP IS FULL

3D Printing and CNC Machine. August 11-13
Everyone knows what a 3D printer is, but how hard are they to use? What can you do with them? We will use one to build parts for other projects like our CNC machine and our robots. A CNC machine uses a computer to control a cutter which can cut almost any shape imaginable in wood, metal, and plastic. The problem is they can cost upwards of $500,000. we will build a CNC controlled Laser to engrave and cut parts for future projects.

Reg $239 per child, $189 Per parent or $1 when you add your own printer kit . Build and take home your own 3D printer for an extra $399 $299. Must prepay by June 1st 2016. 

Do you have a 3D printer yet?

Build Camp 2016 Events

Do you have a 3D printer yet? If you did would you know how to use it? One of the amazing projects we will be doing this year is building a 3D printer. I'm sure you have heard of them but if not: a 3D printer is a cool little device that can take a digital 3D model from a computer program and literally print the digital model into a physical part. they are fascinating to watch and open a whole new world of possibilities for Makers, tinkers, engineers, and DIYers. For example the green parts in the picture of the Aquabot 1.0 below are 3d printed. it was much easier to make the complicated parts in a digital format and then print them for use on the robot. All this and more will be covered in our July 14-16 Build Camp. 
You and your family will be exposed to 3D printing, CNC, Laser cutting and more in this high tech camp. 
Important note: We have negotiated with our contacts and suppliers to provide you with an even better opportunity. for just $299 more you can take home your own 3D printer made by you. To further sweeten the deal we will also discount parents camp fees to $1. yes, you read right. only $1. To recap. 1 child admission $239
1 3D printer kit which we will help you build and set up, $299 (save $100)
1 Parent admission $1. (Save $188)
Guess what. Most places won't even sell you a 3D printer for $539. This is a great deal and $288 less than our regular price.

We also have our robotics camp where you will bring home your own robotic arm, High Voltage camp where you will help build a cool Tesla Coil, And if high tech is not your thing then come to Blacksmith camp. This is a study from where it all began. Blacksmiths were the original engineers and inventors.  We also have 2 up-coming single day camps for younger children (5-9) where we will build the Aquabot 2.0, a water powered robot.
Either choice you make do it now, because as we get closer to summer all our openings will fill up and you might just get Beaten out (ok, it's a bad blacksmith joke).

Get a $500 discount on a family season pass good for up to 5 family members to attend all events. Click here.

Click on titles for more information. All camps are held in Uintah city, south end of Ogden.

Build Camp Jr. May 21st and July 29th 2016 A one day camp specifically for children 5-9 years old. Wood toys, gadgets, and science projects. This year we will build Water Powered Robots. Fun projects for young kids. Reg $139 for child/parent teams and $79 for each additional child.

Build Camp Blacksmith. June 23-25 2016 Get back to our roots by rediscovering the work of the most clever individuals of old days. Learn the basics of setting up a forge, heating metal and pounding it into something amazing. Also build tools with a mixture of ancient and modern technology.  Reg $239 per child, $189 per adult.

Arduino Robotics. July 7 - July 9 Arduino is a mini micro controller (computer processor) that allows you to control inputs and outputs. Want a sensor to automatically water your plants? It can do it. How about a doorbell that tells solicitors to go away? We are going to use it to build a robot arm that can be programmed to play a xylophone or stack cups or assemble legos or anything else you can think of.

Each child will come home with his or her own Arduino controller, robotic arm, and a box of accessories valued over $200.

Reg $399 per child, $189 per parent/adult. (adult price does not include robot. contact Josh to add robot kit.)
ROBOTICS CAMP IS FULL

3D Printing and CNC Machine. August 11-13
Everyone knows what a 3D printer is, but how hard are they to use? What can you do with them? We will use one to build parts for other projects like our CNC machine and our robots. A CNC machine uses a computer to control a cutter which can cut almost any shape imaginable in wood, metal, and plastic. The problem is they can cost upwards of $500,000. we will build a CNC controlled Laser to engrave and cut parts for future projects.

Reg $239 per child, $189 Per parent or $1 when you add your own printer kit . Build and take home your own 3D printer for an extra $399 $299. Must prepay by June 1st 2016. 

Build Camp events

Build Camp 2016 Events

Build Camp 2016 is filled with amazing adventures. We are planning many fun and exciting projects which will teach, motivate, and inspire youth. And for the first time ever we are offering a full season family pass for about the same price as a single ticket to each event. The family pass is good for everyone in the family up to 5 people per event. Make Build Camp your vacation destination.

Get a $500 discount on a family season pass good for all events. Click here.

Click on titles for more information. All camps are held in Uintah city, south end of Ogden.

Build Camp Jr. May 21st and July 30th 2016 A one day camp specifically for children 5-9 years old. Wood toys, gadgets, and science projects. This year we will build Water Powered Robots. Fun projects for young kids. Reg $139 for child/parent teams and $79 for each additional child.

Build Camp Blacksmith. June 23-25 2016 Get back to our roots by rediscovering the work of the most clever individuals of old days. Learn the basics of setting up a forge, heating metal and pounding it into something amazing. Also build tools with a mixture of ancient and modern technology.  Reg $239 per child, $189 per adult.

Arduino Robotics. July 7 - July 9 Arduino is a mini micro controller (computer processor) that allows you to control inputs and outputs. Want a sensor to automatically water your plants? It can do it. How about a doorbell that tells solicitors to go away? We are going to use it to build a robot arm that can be programmed to play a xylophone or stack cups or assemble legos or anything else you can think of.

Each child will come home with his or her own Arduino controller, robotic arm, and a box of accessories valued over $200.

Reg $399 per child, $189 per parent/adult. (adult price does not include robot. contact Josh to add robot kit.)

3D Printing and CNC Machining. July 14-16
Everyone knows what a 3D printer is, but how hard are they to use? What can you do with them? We will use one to build parts for other projects like our CNC machine and our robots. A CNC machine uses a computer to control a cutter which can cut almost any shape imaginable in wood, metal, and plastic. The problem is they can cost upwards of $500,000. We can do better than that. We will build a smaller but still sturdy machine for much cheaper. We can then use the CNC machine to cut parts for robots, more CNC machines, Tesla Coils and more.

Reg $239 per child, $189 Per parent. Build and take home your own 3D printer for an extra $399. Must prepay by May 1st 2016. 

Musical Tesla Coil. 
Sorry this camp has been postponed to Next Year. Never heard of one? This bad boy uses 750,000 volts to play music. the sound is created by making thunder at the specific frequency we select. Reg $239 per child, $189 Per parent.