Learn the basics of either the 3D printer, laser cutter, or Cricut Maker in a one-hour crash course at the AIC. (See below for class details.)

Book an appointment for a one-hour Tech Certification class within this three-hour window. 

Class capacity:
1 or 2 participants per class.

Age restrictions:
3D printing and Cricut certification classes can be adapted for children 6-12 years old. Child(ren) must be accompanied by an adult; for laser cutter certification, participants must be ages 16+.

Cost:
$25 per person (payment is collected on the day of the class - card or cash)

How to Register:

• Reserve an appointment for certification here.
• See also this page on the WestonAIC.org website for more information.

Types of Tech Certification:

3D Printer Certification

3D printers can create prototypes, replacement parts, toys, jewelry, and much more in a matter of minutes with minimal training to get started. Beginners welcome! No 3D modeling experience required.

In this class, after going over the fundamental concepts of 3D printing, participants learn to find and prepare digital files for our Prusa 3D printers and each participant completes a print. 

Upon completion of this class, certified individuals are permitted to use the AIC Prusa printers during AIC Open Maker Hours.

Cricut Maker Certification

The Cricut Maker can cut, draw, perforate, score, and even engrave. It cuts through more than 100 types of materials, including all kinds of fabric, textiles, paper, vinyl, craft foam, and wood veneer.  With the Cricut Maker, you can cut out dozens of identical felt hearts or a delicate lacy paper wedding invitation, and customize everything from a coffee mug to a tee shirt, in just a few clicks.

Upon completion of this class, certified individuals are permitted to use the AIC Cricut Maker machines during AIC Open Maker Hours.

Laser Cutter Certification

Laser Cutters can cut extremely accurate objects out of materials like wood, leather, colored acrylic, and even felt or paper to make everything from simple boxes to highly detailed engravings and complex 3-dimensional puzzles. Popular with artists, architects, manufacturers, robotics engineers, and small business owners, these powerful machines allow you to complete your projects lightning fast and repeat them with ease.

In this certification class, participants learn how to safely operate a laser cutter to cut and engrave wood. Participants are introduced to Lightburn software and create a customized keychain to keep.

Upon completion of this class, certified individuals are permitted to use the laser cutter during AIC Open Maker Hours with supervision.

Prerequisite: Age 16+