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3D printing course in automotive prototyping

The 3D Printing in Automotive Prototyping Course

Teaches the use of 3D printing for creating high-quality prototypes in the automotive industry. It explores advanced techniques in computer-aided design (CAD), 3D printing (FDM, SLA, SLS), and specific materials (plastics, resins, metals), optimizing the manufacturing of models, components, and functional prototypes. The course includes cost and production time analysis for prototyping optimization and design validation, integrating post-processing and finishing tools.

Participants gain hands-on experience in material selection, adjusting printing parameters, and operating state-of-the-art 3D printing equipment. The training prepares them for professional roles in automotive design, prototype engineering, and additive manufacturing, focusing on cost reduction and accelerating the development cycle in the automotive industry.

Duration3 months
ModeOnline
LanguageEnglish
Start datesSet by the faculty
AwardSEIUM Institute diploma
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Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

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Design and manufacture of automotive prototypes using 3D printing

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Optimization of 3D designs for automotive prototypes: from concept to reality

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Comprehensive user-oriented design and validation (from modeling to manufacturing)

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3D Printing: Automotive prototypes, design, materials and model development

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Creation of automotive prototypes: 3D printing, design and functional optimization

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Automotive 3D Prototyping: Design, Printing, Materials and Functional Validation

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Integration of 3D printing in the development of automotive components

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3D modeling and functional validation of automotive prototypes

Profile

Who it's for

  • Engineers with degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Design, Industrial Engineering, or related fields.
  • Automotive industry professionals: Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), Tier 1 and Tier 2 Suppliers, Prototyping Shops, and Automotive Design Companies.
  • Industrial Designers and 3D Modelers looking to expand their skills in 3D printing and prototyping.
  • Technicians and Specialists in areas such as product development, manufacturing, and quality control, interested in implementing 3D printing 3D.
Recommended Requirements: Basic knowledge of CAD design; Spanish (ES) or English (EN) level B1/B2.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • Standards-driven curriculum: you will work with CS-27/CS-29, DO-160, DO-178C/DO-254, ARP4754A/ARP4761, ADS-33E-PRF from the first module.
  • Accreditable laboratories (EN ISO/IEC 17025) with rotor bench, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibrations/acoustics.
  • Evidence-oriented TFM: safety case, test plan, compliance dossierand operational limits.
  • Mentored by industry: teachers with experience in rotorcraft, tiltrotor, eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
  • Flexible modality (hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
  • Ethics and security: safety-by-design approach, cyber-OT, DIH and compliance as pillars.
Syllabus

10 modules

  1. 1. Design and Manufacturing of Automotive Prototypes with 3D Printing: Introduction to 3D Modeling and Specialized Software.
  2. 2. Fundamentals of Automotive Design: Design and aesthetic principles in the context of 3D printing.
  3. 3. Materials for Automotive 3D Printing: Material selection and properties for prototypes.
  4. 4. Optimizing Designs for 3D Printing: Techniques to improve functionality and efficiency.
  5. 5. 3D Printing Processes: FDM, SLA, SLS, and their applications in the automotive industry.
  6. 6. Post-processing and Finishing of Prototypes: Techniques to refine appearance and durability.
  7. 7. Assembly and Validation of Prototypes: Assembly techniques and functional testing.
  8. 8. Applications of 3D Printing in the Automotive Industry: Case studies and practical examples.
  9. 9. Cost and Production Time Considerations: Analysis and optimization of the prototyping process. 10. Future of 3D printing in the automotive industry: Trends and emerging technologies.
  1. 2.2Introduction to 3D Design in the Automotive Industry
  2. 2.2Fundamentals of 3D Modeling for Prototypes
  3. 2.33D Design Software and Tools: Selection and Application
  4. 2.4Surface Design and Parametric Modeling
  5. 2.53D Component and Assembly Design
  6. 2.6Optimizing Designs for 3D Printing
  7. 2.73D Printing Materials and Technologies for Automotive
  8. 2.8Validation and Analysis of 3D Designs (FEA and Simulation)
  9. 2.9Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM)
  10. 2.20Case Studies: Real-World Applications of 3D Prototyping in Automotive
  1. 3.3Design and Optimization of 3D Models for Automotive Printing
  2. 3.2Material Selection for Automotive Prototypes
  3. 3.3Preparing 3D Models for Printing: Slicing and Configuration
  4. 3.43D Printing Techniques for Automotive Prototypes: FDM, SLA, SLS
  5. 3.5Assembly and Post-Processing of 3D Prototypes
  6. 3.6Functional Testing and Validation of Automotive Prototypes
  7. 3.7Failure Analysis and Design Improvements
  8. 3.8Integration of 3D Prototypes into the Automotive Development Process
  9. 3.9Case Studies: Success Stories in the Automotive Industry
  10. 3.30Future Trends in Automotive 3D Printing
  1. 4.4Introduction to 3D Modeling for Automotive Prototypes
  2. 4.23D Modeling Software and Tools: Selection and Application
  3. 4.3Automotive Component Design: Principles and Best Practices
  4. 4.4Materials for 3D Printing in the Automotive Industry: Selection and Characteristics
  5. 4.5Part Modeling: Chassis and Body Design
  6. 4.6Component Modeling: Engines, Drivetrains, and Suspension
  7. 4.7Design Optimization for 3D Printing: Principles and Techniques
  8. 4.8Component Simulation and Analysis: Design Validation
  9. 4.9Rapid Prototyping: Design Iteration and Improvement
  10. 4.40Case Studies: Real-World Examples of 3D Modeling in the Automotive Industry
  1. 5.5Introduction to 3D Design for the Automotive Industry
  2. 5.5CAD Design Software: Tools and Applications
  3. 5.3Modeling Automotive Components: Techniques and Practices
  4. 5.4Prototype Design: Scale and Functionality Considerations
  5. 5.5Creating 3D Models: From Concept to Visualization
  6. 5.5Feasibility Analysis of 3D Design
  7. 5.5​​Optimization for 3D Printing: Strategies and Methods
  8. 5.3Material Selection: Properties and Performance
  9. 5.4Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Simulation and Analysis
  10. 5.5Design Adjustments and Corrections for Printing
  11. 3.53D Printing Technologies: FDM, SLA, SLS
  12. 3.5Selecting a 3D Printer and Configuring Parameters
  13. 3.3Prototyping: Creating Parts and Components
  14. 3.4Assembling Prototypes: Techniques and Tools
  15. 3.5Testing and Evaluating Prototypes: Validation and Adjustment
  16. 4.5Automotive Prototype Design: Aesthetics and Functionality
  17. 4.5Printing Materials 3D: Selection and Application
  18. 4.3Model Development: From Design to Printing
  19. 4.4Prototype Post-Processing: Finishes and Treatments
  20. 4.5Model Evaluation: Analysis and Optimization
  21. 5.53D Printing: Techniques and Technologies for Prototypes
  22. 5.5Automotive Component Design: Design Considerations
  23. 5.3Functional Optimization: Design for Performance and Efficiency
  24. 5.4Prototyping: Printing and Assembly
  25. 5.5Prototype Analysis and Evaluation: Testing and Validation
  26. 6.5Automotive Prototype Design: Concepts and Strategies
  27. 6.53D Printing: Technology and Material Selection
  28. 6.3Functional Validation: Prototype Testing and Analysis
  29. 6.4Prototype Post-Processing: Finishes and Treatments
  30. 6.5Design Iteration and Optimization
  31. 7.5Integrating 3D Printing into Component Development
  32. 7.5Design for Additive Manufacturing: Strategies and Advantages
  33. 7.3Material Selection: Properties and Applications
  34. 7.4Rapid Prototyping: Creation of parts and components
  35. 7.5Production implementation and optimization
  36. 8.5Advanced 3D modeling: techniques and tools
  37. 8.5Simulation and analysis of prototypes
  38. 8.3Functional validation: testing and performance analysis
  39. 8.4Integration of 3D modeling into the development cycle
  40. 8.5Design evaluation and optimization
  1. 6.63D Design and Automotive Prototyping Concepts
  2. 6.2Material Selection for Automotive 3D Printing
  3. 6.33D Design and Modeling Software for Prototypes
  4. 6.43D Printing: Applied Technologies and Techniques
  5. 6.5Assembly and Post-Processing of Prototypes
  6. 6.6Functional Validation and Testing of Automotive Prototypes
  7. 6.7Failure Analysis and Design Optimization
  8. 6.8Iterative Prototyping and Continuous Improvement
  9. 6.9Costs and Efficiency in 3D Prototyping
  10. 6.60Integrating 3D Prototyping into the Automotive Development Cycle
  1. 7.7Introduction to 3D Design for the Automotive Industry
  2. 7.23D Design Software: Selection and Fundamentals
  3. 7.3Automotive Prototype Modeling: Techniques and Tools
  4. 7.4Conceptual Design and Initial Model Development
  5. 7.7Design Principles for Additive Manufacturing (AM)
  6. 2.7Analysis and Optimization of 3D Designs for Printing
  7. 2.2Design Considerations for Automotive 3D Printing
  8. 2.3Weight Reduction and Structural Optimization
  9. 2.4Validation and Simulation of 3D Designs
  10. 2.7Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFM/DFA)
  11. 3.73D Printing Technologies for Automotive Prototypes
  12. 3.2Material Selection for 3D Printing in the Automotive Industry
  13. 3.33D Printing Processes: FDM, SLA, SLS, and More
  14. 3.4Assembly of 3D Printed Prototypes
  15. 3.7Testing and Validation of Prototypes: Failure Analysis
  16. 4.7Component Design Automotive 3D Printing
  17. 4.2Material Selection: Polymers, Metals, and Composites
  18. 4.3Model Development and Prototype Simulation
  19. 4.4Design of Complex and Custom Geometries
  20. 4.7Integrating 3D Printing into the Design Process
  21. 7.7Parametric Design and Topology Optimization
  22. 7.2Generative Design for Automotive Prototypes
  23. 7.3Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Simulation
  24. 7.4Design for Functionality and Performance
  25. 7.7Optimizing Design for 3D Printing
  26. 6.7Design for 3D Printing: Key Considerations
  27. 6.2Material Selection and Printing Processes
  28. 6.3Functional Validation of Prototypes
  29. 6.4Performance Testing and Results Analysis
  30. 6.7Iterative Design and Continuous Improvement
  31. 7.7Integrating 3D Printing into the Value Chain
  32. 7.2Designing Components for 3D Printing and Production
  33. 7.3Developing Automotive Parts and Components
  34. 7.4Designing Tools and Templates with 3D Printing
  35. 7.7Impact of 3D Printing on Automotive Manufacturing
  36. 8.7Advanced 3D Modeling for Automotive Prototypes
  37. 8.2Component Simulation and Analysis
  38. 8.3Functional Validation and Prototype Testing
  39. 8.4Data Integration and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
  40. 8.7Design Optimization and Performance Improvement
  1. 8.83D Design of Automotive Components: Modeling and Simulation
  2. 8.8Material Selection: Impact on Performance and 3D Printing
  3. 8.3Optimizing Designs for 3D Printing: Manufacturability Considerations
  4. 8.4Functional Validation: Simulation and Analysis of 3D Prototypes
  5. 8.5Trials and Tests: Evaluating Prototype Performance
  6. 8.6Component Integration: Assembly and Compatibility
  7. 8.7Advanced 3D Modeling: Techniques and Tools
  8. 8.8Generative Design: Algorithm-Based Optimization
  9. 8.8Cost Analysis and Feasibility of the Prototype
  10. 8.80Best Practices: Developing and Validating Automotive 3D Prototypes
  1. 9.9Introduction to Automotive Design with 3D Printing
  2. 9.9CAD Design Software for 3D Prototyping
  3. 9.3Material Selection for Automotive 3D Printing
  4. 9.4Applicable 3D Printing Technologies
  5. 9.5Prototype Design: Concepts and Practices
  6. 9.6Prototype Manufacturing: Printing, Post-processing, and Finishing
  7. 9.9Principles of 3D Design Optimization
  8. 9.9Finite Element Analysis (FEA) in Automotive Designs
  9. 9.3Topological Optimization and Its Application
  10. 9.4Optimization Techniques for Weight Reduction
  11. 9.5Validation and Simulation of Optimized Designs
  12. 9.6Software Tools for Optimization
  13. 3.93D Printing Technologies for Prototyping
  14. 3.9Material Selection and Properties
  15. 3.3Printing Process: Parameters and Configuration
  16. 3.4Assembly and Mounting of 3D Printed Prototypes
  17. 3.5Functional Testing and Validation of Prototypes
  18. 3.6Quality Control and Analysis Failures
  19. 4.9Concepts of Prototype Design and Development
  20. 4.9Material Selection: Plastics, Composites, and Metals
  21. 4.3Parametric Design and 3D Modeling
  22. 4.4Development of Scale Models and Functional Prototypes
  23. 4.5Feasibility Analysis and Simulation
  24. 4.6Prototype Documentation and Management
  25. 5.9Prototype Design Methodology
  26. 5.9Design for 3D Printing (DFAM)
  27. 5.3Structural and Functional Optimization
  28. 5.4Generative Design in Automotive Engineering
  29. 5.5Prototype Manufacturing and Printing
  30. 5.6Prototype Testing and Validation
  31. 6.9Fundamentals of 3D Design and Prototyping
  32. 6.9Design of Automotive Components for 3D Printing
  33. 6.3Material Selection and Properties
  34. 6.43D Printing Process and Post-Processing
  35. 6.5Functional Validation and Testing
  36. 6.6Results Analysis and Design Optimization
  37. 7.9Integration of 3D Printing into the Development Cycle
  38. 7.93D Printing Component Design
  39. 7.3Materials and Their Applications
  40. 7.4Printing Process and Post-Processing
  41. 7.5Assembly and Mounting of Printed Components
  42. 7.6Case Studies and Implementation Examples
  43. 8.9Fundamentals of 3D Modeling
  44. 8.9CAD Modeling Software and Tools
  45. 8.3Automotive Component Design
  46. 8.4Simulation and Functional Analysis
  47. 8.5Design Validation and Testing
  48. 8.6Interpretation of Results and Optimization
  49. 9.9Introduction to 3D Printing and Its Application in Automotive
  50. 9.9Design for Additive Manufacturing (DFAM)
  51. 9.3Materials for 3D Printing in the Automotive Industry
  52. 9.43D Printing Process and Technologies
  53. 9.5Post-Processing and Finishing of Parts
  54. 9.6Integration into the Product Development Cycle
  55. 9.7Advantages and Challenges of 3D Printing
  56. 9.8Case Studies and Practical Examples
  57. 9.9Future Trends and Advances Technological
  58. 9.90Impact on the supply chain
  1. 1.1Conceptual Design and Initial 3D Modeling
  2. 1.2Material Selection and Feasibility Analysis
  3. 1.3Design Optimization for 3D Printing
  4. 1.43D Printing: Configuration and Parameters
  5. 1.5Prototype Assembly and Adjustments
  6. 1.6Functional Testing and Prototype Validation
  7. 1.7Performance Evaluation and Results Analysis
  8. 1.8Design Iteration and Final Optimization
  9. 1.9Process Documentation and Technical Report
  10. 1.10Prototype Presentation and Conclusions
Methodology, software & labs

How you'll learn

  • Hands-on methodology: test-before-you-trust, design reviews, failure analysis, compliance evidence.
  • Software (depending on licenses/partners): MATLAB/Simulink, Python (NumPy/SciPy), OpenVSP, SU2/OpenFOAM, Nastran/Abaqus, AMESim/Modelica, acoustics tools, planning toolchains DO-178C.
  • SEIUM Laboratories: scale rotor bench, vibrations/acoustics, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL for AFCS, data acquisition with strain gauging.
  • Standards and compliance: EN 9100, 17025, ISO 27001, GDPR.
Accreditable laboratories(EN ISO/IEC 17025) with rotor bench, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibrations/acoustics.
Evidence-oriented Master's Thesis:safety case, test plan, compliance dossier and operational limits.
Industry Mentored:teachers with experience in training, , eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
Flexible modality(hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
Ethics and safety:safety-by-design approach, cyber-OT, DIH and compliance as pillars.
Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Automotive 3D Prototype Designer (CAD modeling, 3D printing, testing)**Automotive 3D Prototyper** (CAD Design, 3D Printing, Prototype Engineering)**Automotive 3D Prototyper** (CAD Design, 3D Printing, Additive Manufacturing)**Automotive 3D Prototyper** (CAD Design, 3D Printing, Prototype Engineering)**Automotive 3D Prototyping** (CAD Design, 3D Printing, Rapid Prototyping)**Automotive 3D Prototyping** (CAD Design, 3D Printing, Rapid Prototyping)
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Requirements

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  • Documentation: Updated CV, academic transcript, SOP/statement of purpose, project examples or code (optional).
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  • Fees:
    • Single payment: 10% discount.
    • Payment in 3 installments: No fees; 30% upon registration + 2 equal monthly payments of the remaining 35%. Monthly payment: available with a 7% commission on the total; annual review. Scholarships: based on academic merit, financial need, and promoting inclusion; agreements with companies in the sector for partial or full scholarships. See "Calendar & Calls for Applications," "Scholarships & Grants," and "Fees & Financing" in the SEIUM mega-menu.

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