The master's thesis encompasses 3D-scanning technology with the possibility of its integration in primary school engineering education. Target group is primary school technology teacher and anyone who wants to deepen their knowledge of 3D-scanning technology. 3D-scanning capturing process of physical object’s shape and dimension data into a digital form. The theoretical part scopes 3D-scanning historical outline and its fields of application. Various 3D-scanning technologies are discussed, among which, according to the accuracy/price criteria, the best suitable technology for primary school education, structured light 3D-scanning, is defined. An overview of existing contributions in the field of bringing 3D-scanning at the primary school level at national in international level is included. In the following, the most suitable materials and construction sets such as plasticine, clay, modelling substance, polymeric modelling substance, salt dough, cotton wool with polyvinyl acetate glue, and sand with polyvinyl acetate glue are treated. The construction set collection includes LEGO puzzles, the Fischertechnik construction set, and do-it-yourself sets made of expanded polystyrene with toothpicks and plywood with adhesive tape. For the purpose of introducing 3D-scanning to primary school level, plasticine turns out to be the most suitable. The latter is used for product templates for three key age groups, 10-12 years old, 13-14 years old, and 14-15 years old students. They are determined according to the students' knowledge and the complexity of product planning and making. Complex shapes and details are not included for the youngest ones. For older pupils, complex shapes including details and 3D-modelling to edit 3D-scanned models are applied. The suggested products for the youngest age group are the door letter and an accessory for reading books. For the middle age group, accessories for headphones and a hex key are suggested. Lastly, handle for a saw and repairing damaged products are proposed for the oldest. Master's thesis also includes a lesson plan for the purpose of integrating 3D-technologies with the production of the door letter, for the youngest group of pupils, within the activity day.
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