Digital Modeling & Fabrication Faculty
David Riley | Lead Instructor
David holds a BFA in Furniture Design from the Rhode Island School of Design and served as the Digital Modeling & Fabrication Program Manager for the 2022-2023 academic year. Prior to IYRS, David spent more than ten years in professional fabrication, design, and prototyping. David's approach to teaching is thoughtful, proactive, and focused on measurable, positive student outcomes. His professional background and deep skillset are invaluable for preparing students for exciting, hands-on careers in modern manufacturing.
Cass D’Amico, ‘21, ‘23 | Program Assistant
While working for a submarine manufacturer, Cass was looking for a change of pace from her physically demanding job. She enrolled in IYRS’s Composites Technology program, discovered a passion for computer aided design, and then followed up with IYRS’s Digital Modeling & Fabrication program. In lieu of an externship in the Digital Modeling program, she did an independent learning project teaching Rhino commercial 3D computer graphics and computer-aided design application software. This evolved into her current role as Program Assistant for Composites Technology and Digital Modeling & Fabrication where she instills a passion for CAD to future composites technicians, CNC programmers, designers and machinists.