FMC Maker Space

Introduction

The Faculty Multimedia Center (FMC) offers free, full-service 3D printing and 3D scanning for UCF faculty and staff. From concept to final product, our team handles the technical process so you can focus on how these tools support your teaching, research, and creative work.

In higher education, 3D printing and scanning make it possible to bring abstract concepts to life, create hands-on learning materials, and expand access to physical and digital resources. Not sure where to begin? Schedule a consultation with our team to get started.

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FMC MakerSpace Promo (w/ audio description) (opens in new window). Closed captions are available on the YouTube player.
Colorful 3D-printed models and filament samples from the FMC MakerSpace

3D Printing: Digital to Physical

Explore model libraries like MakerWorld (opens in new window), Printables (opens in new window), or Thingiverse (opens in new window), or meet with our team to review available filament colors and determine the best option for your project. Once you have selected a model, send it to us and we will take care of the printing. Minor modifications are supported, but full model creation is not available.

  • Cost

    The service is free, but some high-volume projects may require departments to provide additional filament.

  • Timeline

    Projects can take days or weeks depending on queue volume, print size, material availability, and model complexity.

  • Requests

    We recommend submitting requests at least one month in advance of when materials are needed.

Already have a model in mind? Email fmc@ucf.edu to start a print request, and we will follow up with next steps.

3D Scanning: Physical to Digital

3D scanning captures physical objects and converts them into digital models you can use in online teaching, research, or other UCF-affiliated projects. These assets can be used in tools like ThingLink (opens in new window), embedded in AR/VR environments, or 3D printed.

What to know:

  • Objects must be safe to handle and transport to the FMC
  • Scan results may vary based on object size, color, surface detail, and material
  • We recommend scheduling in advance to allow time for processing
Submit a 3D Scanning Request Form (opens in new window)
3D scan visualization of a jet engine component