MINT'oVation
Welcome to the MINT'oVation project, where learning units on 3D printing in virtual reality are implemented.
German versionMetal 3D printing in virtual reality - Experience. Learn. Apply.
Dive into the fascinating world of metal 3D printing and virtual reality!
Through the MINT'oVation project, you have the chance to explore cutting-edge technologies in an engaging and playful way. Our interactive course introduces the fundamentals of metal 3D printing, metal physics, and how to use VR headsets - delivered in a vivid, practical, and immersive virtual environment.
Course Overview
Participation is free and begins with an introductory session (approximately 90 minutes), where you will get a first impression of metal 3D printing and the use of VR headsets, specifically the Apple Vision Pro. If we convince you during the first session, you can register for the remaining four follow-up sessions to complete the course. By the way, this course looks great on job applications and project portfolios.
Each workshop session starts with compact theoretical lessons and exciting VR exercises. Gamified tasks and interactive applications help you directly apply and understand what you have learned.
Location
The courses take place in Building 16, Room 1097. Each session can accommodate up to 12 participants. Some events are also held at StuK in Building 19. Information about the venue is provided with the respective session dates.
Times
Mondays: 13:15 – 14:45
Mondays: 15:00 – 16:30
Thursdays: 15:00 – 16:30
Thursdays: 16:45 – 18:15
For groups of five or more people, we can also arrange additional sessions outside the listed times.
All dates for the Summer Semester 2026 can be found in the schedule overview further below on the page (mobile) or in the menu on the right-hand side (PC).
Certificate of Participation
After completing all five sessions, you will receive a certificate of participation from the Dean’s Office, detailing the course content and the skills you have acquired. It is an excellent addition to job applications and your CV.
Important for Participants with Visual Impairments
Please bring contact lenses to the course, as wearing the VR headset together with your own glasses is not possible. If you do not have contact lenses, we can provide prescription lens inserts for up to −6.0 diopters.
Registration for the introductory session and follow-up events
Initially, registration is binding only for the introductory session (90 minutes). Unless we contact you otherwise, you are automatically registered for the session date you selected.
After the introductory session, you can decide whether you would like to participate in the remaining sessions. If you are unable to attend after registering, please inform us in good time by email.
If you prefer, you may also register directly for all course sessions. The registration form for the follow-up sessions can be found further down the page.
We look forward to your participation!
Registration Indtroductory-session
Registration for follow-up events
Below, you can register for the four additional course units. You can do this directly or after the introductory event. Please select a date that suits you best for each additional course (lessons II - V). We recommend that you follow the sequence. If you are unable to attend on a particular date, please inform us in advance by email and send us a new date on which you would like to make up the course unit.
