Basically, I want to build a 3D printer this summer. As a mechanical engineering undergrad, I have some mechanical/engineering inclination and I want to use this project as a good way to practice my understanding of engineering principles and learn more about 3d printing and the technologies that are used to create a printer. I have background as a hobby level machinist, tig welder, and bicycle mechanic but I have little understanding of electronics.

I did some initial research and I have an idea of what I want to do. But as a total newbie I wanted to propose my idea and let others provide their support or insight.

The idea: At my campus I have access to capable 3d printers and I want to use them to begin by building a prusa i3 mk2s “bear full upgrade” frame. After I print the parts and buy everything else, I plan to assemble the frame and then follow the instructions from prusa, info from other forums, and the videos from Thomas Sanladerer to complete the rest of the i3 mk2s clone.

Does this initial idea seem reasonable? Any other ideas?