Composites, Motorsport and 3D Printing
Two-year post-diploma technical specialization course
FORNOVO DI TARO (PR)
Operazione delle Fondazioni ITS ACADEMY A.F. 2025/2027 approvata con Determinazione Dirigenziale n. 17626 del 18/09/2025 in risposta alla DGR N. 1137/2025 Approvazione dei percorsi biennali validabili presentati dalle fondazioni ITS Academy da avviare nell’a.f. 2025/2026. PR FSE+ 2021/2027. I Provvedimento
Rif PA 2025-25209/RER
Work in the most innovative sectors with 3D printing
Do you want to build carbon fiber parts for Formula 1, design components for the aerospace industry or work with high-tech materials?
With the post-diploma technical course for Higher Technician in Composites and 3D Printing, you can enter companies in the motorsport, biomedical and advanced manufacturing sectors. This program is designed to train you for roles in design, production, R&D and quality control. Launch your career in one of the most in-demand fields of Industry 4.0.
| Duration | 2 years (approx. 2000 hours) |
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| Period | From late October to July (1st year) and from September to July (2nd year) |
| Attendance | Mandatory (minimum 80% attendance) |
| Schedule | Full-time (approx. 35 hours per week) |
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| Cost | All programs are free of charge |
| Erasmus+ | International experiences available (internships, language courses) |
Professional profile
The Higher Technician in Composites and 3D Printing is a highly qualified professional who works in the design, production, and industrialization phases of products made with carbon fiber composites and additive manufacturing technologies.
They are able to use CAD modeling and simulation software for product development, and understand production technologies in mechanical processing and the use of new materials (carbon fiber composites; metals, polymers, and resins for additive manufacturing).
They can apply quality control and testing technologies to components and work in R&D. They also have production planning skills to optimize manufacturing processes.
Employment sectors
In companies that use high-performance materials and components:
- Automotive and motorsport
- Aerospace and aeronautics
- Biomedical
- Sports industry
- Advanced manufacturing
Career opportunities
The Higher Technician in Composites and 3D Printing works in design, product industrialization, production planning, quality control and testing, R&D, and specialized composite and additive manufacturing processes.
You can work as:
- Mechanical designer/draftsman for technical offices
- Composite materials design and processing technician
- R&D technician
- 3D molding processes technician
- Production planning technician
- Quality control and testing technician
Course program
Team work module
The course includes transversal skills modules on teamwork, organizational communication in companies, and basic leadership skills. These competencies are essential for applying technical knowledge effectively within organizational contexts.
Practical training
1
Learning by doing
The course alternates classroom theory with hands-on learning in laboratories and companies, including project work, business simulations, meetings with entrepreneurs, and company visits.
2
Alignment courses
Introductory alignment courses in Mechanics, Electrical/Electronics, and English are offered to ensure a common knowledge base among admitted students.
3
Internships in companies
More than 40% of the total hours of post-diploma courses are dedicated to educational internships in leading companies in the mechanical, mechatronics, automotive, and automation sectors in Emilia-Romagna.
Educational internships in partner companies
Over 40% of the total course hours are dedicated to educational internships carried out in leading companies in the mechanical, mechatronics, automotive and automation sectors of Emilia-Romagna.
Why choose ITS MAKER Academy
ITS MAKER training allows you to acquire the tools, knowledge, and technical skills most in demand on the job market, giving you access from the very beginning to excellent corporate positions.
Alessandro Renzanigo
Production Office Assistant at Vici&C and former ITS MAKER Academy student
Why choose an ITS MAKER Academy course?
ITS MAKER Academy’s training programs are designed together with companies to meet real labor market needs. This highly specialized education allows you to quickly access stable, well-paid positions in top industries.
