Ace Makerspace opened its workspace on January 7 for a focused 3D Printing Night and certification session aimed at getting more people comfortable and certified to use the club’s printers. The evening paired step-by-step, hands-on instruction with a formal certification process so attendees could demonstrate competency before operating the makerspace’s machines independently.
Organizers designed the session for beginners and intermediate users, covering the fundamentals of practical printing work as well as essential shop safety. Attendees moved through core topics such as bed leveling and slicer settings, and received tips on handling common filament types including PLA, PETG, and TPU. Small prints produced during the session let participants practice setup and troubleshooting in real time, reinforcing lessons on part adhesion, print failures, and post-processing basics.
