MAT 111PF: PROTOTYPE-FABRICATE
University of California, Santa Barbara
Covers the entire process from concept design to detailed plans, and students navigate it using traditional sketching and cutting-edge AI tools. Practical lessons in laser cutting and 3D printing empower students to create multi-material constructs, emphasizing iterative design processes to refine outcomes. The course is partly held in the Library Makerspace, and it includes hands-on sections promoting active learning. Students culminate their learning in a final project, where they explore innovative form factors, interactive prototypes, and fabrication practices.
Average GPA: 3.43
Grade distribution records: 47 students across 2 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 12 | 25.5% |
| A | 15 | 31.9% |
| A- | 11 | 23.4% |
| B+ | 2 | 4.3% |
| B | 2 | 4.3% |
| F | 5 | 10.6% |
Based on 47 student grade records across 2 terms and 2 professors.
Instructors
- Frost D K 24 students, Average GPA 3.10
- Manoudaki N 23 students, Average GPA 3.78