Today, I will practice using TinkerCAD tutorials to learn how to place, scale, move, and rotate shapes in a 3D workspace.
I can complete at least 2 tutorials in TinkerCAD and explain how each new skill changes my ability to design 3D objects.
Designers and engineers often teach themselves new tools through tutorials. Practicing these skills step by step gives us the perspective to design bigger projects later.
💡 Think about something you’ve learned by following instructions (a recipe, a game, building furniture). Did you follow exactly or adjust along the way? Why?
Write 3–4 sentences.
| Term | Definition | Example | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tutorial | A step-by-step guide to learn a new skill. | TinkerCAD’s Place It shows how to drag shapes onto the workplane. | Tutorials let you learn at your own pace and build independence. |
| Scale | To change the size of an object. | Making a cube taller or shorter. | Scaling is key for designing objects that actually fit together. |
| Rotate | To turn an object around a point or axis. | Rotating a cylinder 90° to make it stand upright. | Rotation gives perspective from different angles. |
✅ Check for Understanding #1
Ask: What’s one advantage of learning through a tutorial instead of waiting for a teacher demo?