This independent study will focus on advanced fabrication techniques concentrating on CNC equipment and material investigation. The primary goal is to work directly with the faculty to develop an in-depth research project that will inform future work. The secondary component of the work will be to build necessary skills with software, and begin skill training on machinery. This research project will advance the student towards a residency with Autodesk, engaging with the alliance recently forged by CCA. During this independent study Fall 2021, the student will embark on an in-depth research project investigating contemporary digital fabrication, current applications for technologies at Autodesk, and supplemental writings relating to niche material studies. The student will study engineering software, specifically Fusion 360, acquiring the skills necessary to run machinery. Equipment training on CNC, Robot arms and 3d printing will begin as well. A weekly log will be kept by the student to document research progress and collection of data. By the end of the semester, they will write an essay describing the project. Together the student and faculty will set weekly goals for software progress and research. They will meet weekly to discuss progress and adjust goals as necessary. The purpose of this independent study, Fall 2021 is to supplement curriculum engaged with digital fabrication skills unavailable to students since campus closure, as well as introduce the student to engineering software training unavailable within the M.Arch program.

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