DRIVE AM Trainings
April 29-May 1: Introduction to Additive Manufacturing Workflow (3-Day In-person)
In-Person Training
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (MT)
- Register Here (20 spots available): https://utep.questionpro.com/IntrotoAMWorkflow04-29-25
This course will:
- Identify the seven process categories of Additive Manufacturing (AM)
- Understand the AM workflow (design, fabrication, etc.)
- Recognize the limitations of AM
- Design parts using Computer Aided Design (CAD)
- Prepare parts for printing using slicing software
- Apply concepts to a final project for evaluation
This course is provided through DRIVE AM funding - no fee for DoD participants.
NEW! General Additive Manufacturing Foundation Smart Course (Asynchronous)
Self-Paced Training
- Register Here: https://utep.questionpro.com/GAMSmartCourse
This course will:
- Compare traditional manufacturing methods to additive manufacturing, establishing a foundation for understanding key differences
- Explore the history, principles, and commonly recognized benefits of additive manufacturing
- Gain in-depth knowledge of the seven ISO/ASTM-defined process categories in additive manufacturing and their applications
- Analyze design considerations and the role of support materials across different process categories, including connections to reverse engineering techniques
This course is provided through DRIVE AM funding - no fee for DoD participants.
Laser Powder Bed Fusion Foundation Smart Course (Asynchronous)
Self-Paced Training
- Register Here: https://utep.questionpro.com/LPBFSmartCourse
This course will:
- Learn the fundamentals of Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) for precise intricate part creation
- Understand how LPBF links process, structure, material, and performance
- Identify essential components and quality controls for consistent LPBF output
- Apply LPBF design techniques to enhance part quality and reduce post-processing
This course is provided through DRIVE AM funding - no fee for DoD participants.
Material Extrusion Foundation Smart Course (Asynchronous)
Self-Paced Training
- Register Here: https://utep.questionpro.com/MEXSmartCourse
This course will:
- Compare slicing software used for material extrusion AM
- List the material extrusion processing parameters that have an impact on fabrication and part outputs
- Identify the major components of a material extrusion AM machine
- Explain the working principle of material extrusion AM
- Implement a process for material selection given an application scenario
- Compare materials used in material extrusion AM
This course is provided through DRIVE AM funding - no fee for DoD participants.
Please note:
- Additional course offerings can be contracted separately
- Travel expenses for in-person courses not supported by DRIVE AM
- For more info, contact Jose Coronel, DRIVE AM Program Manager: jlcoronel@utep.edu
DRIVE AM Forums
The DRIVE AM Forum hosted by Discord is a dedicated platform for sharing and disseminating information related to additive manufacturing. This space was created to foster collaboration, knowledge sharing, and community engagement within the realm of 3D printing. Here, you can not only resolve your doubts but also find valuable and updated information about laser powder bed fusion, material extrusion, and the seven process categories. Join us to enjoy all the content.
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Hello! Thanks for registering to the DRIVE AM Smart Courses. In this page, you'll find how to register to Confluence, how to access the Smart Course you registered for and any additional information you might need in order to make this course easy to navigate.
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How many days do I have to finish the course?
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2025
January 28-30: Introduction to Industrial AM (Virtual)
February 25-27: Introduction to AM Workflow (In-Person)
2024
January 9 - 11: Introduction to Industrial AM (Virtual)
January 30 - February 1: Introduction to Industrial AM (Virtual)
February 13: Webinar: LPBF Flaws and Defects (Virtual)
February 27 - 29: Introduction to Additive Manufacturing Workflow (In-Person)
March 5 - 7: Introduction to Industrial AM (Virtual)
March 19 - 21: LPBF Foundation (In-Person)
April 13: Introduction to Metal AM (In-Person)
June 4 - 6: Introduction to AM Workflow (in-Person)
June 11 - 13: Introduction to Industrial AM (Virtual)
JuLy 23 - 25: Introduction to Industrial AM (Virtual)
August 13 - 15: LPBF Foundation (In-Person)
October 22 - 24: Introduction to Industrial AM (Virtual)
November 12 - 14: Introduction to AM Workflow (In-Person)
December 17 - 19: Introduction to Industrial AM (Virtual)
2023
January 24 - 26: Introduction to Industrial AM (Virtual)
February 21 - 23: Introduction to Additive Manufacturing Workflow (In-Person)
February 28 - March2: Engineering Drawing Interpretation (Virtual)
March 14: Enhanced AM (In-Person)
March 15: Introduction to Binder Jetting (In-Person)
February 21 - 23: Introduction to Additive Manufacturing Workflow (In-Person)
March 21 - 23: Introduction to Additive Manufacturing Workflow (In-Person)
March 28 - 30: Introduction to Industrial Additive Manufacturing (Virtual)
April 4 - 6: Introduction to Industrial Additive Manufacturing (Virtual)
April 18 - 20: Laser Powder Bed Fusion Foundation (In-Person)
May 2 - 4: Engineering Drawing Interpretation (Virtual)
June 6 - 8: Introduction to Industrial Additive Manufacturing (Virtual)
July 18 - 20: Engineering Drawing Interpretation (Virtual)
July 25 - 27: Introduction to Additive Manufacturing Workflow (In-Person)
August 8 - 10: Introduction to Industrial AM (Virtual)
September 26 - 28: Introduction to Industrial Additive Manufacturing (Virtual)
October 17 - 19: Introduction to Industrial Additive Manufacturing (Virtual)
November 14 - 16: Introduction to Additive Manufacturing Workflow (In-Person)
December 12 - 14: Introduction to Industrial Additive Manufacturing (Virtual)
2022
February 8 - 10: Intro to AM Workflow (In-Person)
February 15 - 17: Introduction to Industrial AM (Virtual)
March 1 - 3: AM Foundation I (In-Person)
April 12 - 14: Intro to AM Workflow (In-Person)
May 17 - 19: Engineering Drawing Interpretation (Virtual)
May 24 - 26: Introduction to Industrial AM (Virtual)
June 9 - 10: Intro to AM Workflow (In-Person)
June 13 - 15: Engineering Drawing Interpretation (Virtual)
June 28 - 30: Introduction to Industrial AM (Virtual)
July 26 - 28: Introduction to Industrial AM (Virtual)
August 1 - 3: Engineering Drawing Interpretation (Virtual)
August 5: AM Day (In-Person)
August 9: Transitioning Soldier Event (In-Person)
August 16 - 18: Introduction to Industrial AM (Virtual)
September 20 - 22: Introduction to AM Workflow (In-Person)
October 18 - 20: Introduction to Industrial Additive Manufacturing (Virtual)
November 1 - 3: Material Extrusion Foundation (In-Person)
December 6 - 8: Introduction to Industrial Additive Manufacturing (Virtual)
December 13 - 15: Introduction to Additive Manufacturing Workflow (In-Person)
2021
January 19 - 21: Introduction to Industrial AM (Virtual)
January 26 - 28: Introduction to Industrial AM (Virtual)
February 9 - 11: Introduction to Industrial AM (Virtual)
February 16 - 18: Introduction to Industrial AM (Virtual)
February 23 - 25: Engineering Drawing Interpretation (Virtual)
March 16 - 18: Introduction to Industrial AM (Virtual)
April 6 - 8: Engineering Drawing Interpretation (Virtual)
May 4 - 6: Introduction to Industrial AM (Virtual)
June 15 - 18: Introduction to Industrial AM (Virtual)
July 8: AM Day (In-Person)
July 19: Industry Connect Day (In-Person)
July 20: Transitioning Soldier Event (In-Person)
July 20 - 23: AM in Practice 201 (Virtual)
August 17 - 19: AM in Practice 201 (Virtual)
September 14 - 16: LPBF Foundation (In-Person)
September 28 - 30: Introduction to Industrial AM (Virtual)
October 12 - 13: Additive Manufacturing Workshop (Virtual)
October 26 - 28: Introduction to AM Workflow (In-Person)
November 16 - 18: LPBF Foundation (In-Person)
November 30 - December 2: Introduction to Industrial AM (Virtual)
December 7 - 9: Introduction to AM Workflow (In-Person)
December 16 - 18: Introduction to AM Workflow (In-Person)
2020
September 1 - 3: Introduction to Industrial AM (Virtual)
September 8 - 10: Introduction to Industrial AM (Virtual)
December 8 - 10: Engineering Drawing Interpretation (Virtual)
Introduction to Additive Manufacturing Workflow
