3D Lab

Design. Create. Bring Ideas to Life.

3D Lab is a hands-on after-school enrichment class where students explore 3D design, digital creativity, and real-world problem-solving. Using industry-grade, student-friendly software, learners design custom objects, characters, and functional creations—building foundational skills in engineering, design thinking, and spatial reasoning.

This is not a craft class. It’s a true innovation lab where ideas turn into tangible designs.

Program Overview

3D Lab introduces students to the exciting world of 3D modeling and design through guided challenges and creative projects. Students learn how digital objects are created, manipulated, and prepared for real-world use—skills used in engineering, architecture, product design, animation, and more.

Instruction is delivered step-by-step, allowing both beginners and advanced students to thrive.

What Students Learn

Students develop future-ready skills, including:

Core 3D design concepts (shape, scale, alignment, precision)
Spatial reasoning and visual problem-solving
Design thinking and iterative creation
How digital designs translate to real-world objects
Confidence using professional creative tools

What Students Do in Class

Each session introduces new Design Missions that encourage creativity while reinforcing technical skills.

Activities May Include:

3D Design Challenges – Create themed objects, characters, and models
Functional Builds – Design items with purpose and constraints
Creative Customization – Modify models using scale, rotation, and precision tools
Problem-Solving Tasks – Adjust designs to meet specific goals or requirements
Showcase Projects – Students share and explain their designs with peers

Students use Makers Empire, a leading educational 3D design platform used in classrooms worldwide.

Why 3D Lab Works

Ideal for after-school enrichment programs
Encourages creativity while teaching technical skills
Builds persistence, focus, and critical thinking
Accessible for beginners, engaging for advanced students
Students leave proud of what they’ve designed and accomplished

Program Details

Grades: Elementary – Middle School
Experience Level: Beginner to Advanced
Format: Small-group, instructor-led enrichment
Platform: Makers Empire (3D Design Software)
Schedule: After-school sessions (varies by location)