A method of teaching computer graphics using CNC machines

<ns3:p>In order to improve the quality of education, it is of great importance to constantly improve the didactic offer, teaching methods and technical infrastructure supporting such learning. Specialisations teaching computer graphics professions constantly require verification of the subject content, software updates and equipment necessary to achieve learning outcomes. This paper presents the concepts of introducing and using CNC machines to teach computer graphics. It presents teaching paths for students of computer graphics as well as describing three types of devices - 3D printers, cutting plotters and laser engravers. A design cycle for using each of the aforementioned devices by students in class was developed.It shows the benefits that were obtained at the Witelon Collegium State University in Legnica after introducing a number of CNC machines in the field of Computer Science as learning tools for students specialising in Computer Graphics.</ns3:p>