Fab Design Academy

This program was developed to cure the designing challenges that hinders local makers/manufacturers from producing the items that can compete in other markets.

We offer a digital fabrication course that cover 2D/3D CAD/CAM (SolidWorks), 3D printing, Computer Controlled Cutting, Computer Controlled Machining. Apart from training the courses, it supports Jua Kali artisans in redesigning and improving quality of their products.

At the Fab Academy, you will learn how to envision, prototype and document your ideas through many hours of hands-on experience with digital fabrication tools. We take a variety of code formats and turn them into physical objects.

Become a student and learn to make almost anything

The Fab Academy Diploma consists of a 5 month part-time student commitment, from January to June. The Fab Diploma is the result of the sum of Fab Academy Certificates. Progress towards the diploma is evaluated by a student’s acquired skills rather than time or credits.

Curriculum

Students at the Fab Academy learn, project development and management; website development tools; version control protocols; modelling with 2D and 3D software; laser cutting; design and programming circuit boards; interpret and implement programming protocols; interpret and implement networking protocols; the use of sensors and output devices; 3D printing and scanning; CNC machining in small and large scale; mold design, construction and casting; mechanical and machine design; integration of techniques into a final project.