TOOLS FOR PROTOTYPING AND MANUFACTURING

DS 333

Modern tools and techniques including professional design software and digital fabrication equipment are used in combination with traditional model making for tangible prototyping using a variety of media. Leverage digital design software, laser cutting, and 3D printing alongside traditional methods and manual tools to develop design concepts into physical forms.

ME 531

Broad overview of concepts, methods and tools for manipulating digital geometric models for engineering design and manufacturing. Topics include freeform curves, surfaces, and solid modeling. Topics also include slicing, support generation and path planning for additive and subtractive manufacturing. Provides both cutting-edge knowledge and hands-on project experiences in digital design and manufacturing. It will involve the use of CAD software for creative shape design. It will also involve 3D printers and 3D scanners in the ME Instructional Lab and Maker Space.

INTEREGR 170

Introduction to design via the invention, fabrication and testing of a device that solves a problem proposed by a real world client. Information retrieval techniques, specification writing, methods for enhancing creativity, analysis techniques, scheduling, selection methodologies, cost estimating, sustainability in design, shop safety, engineering ethics, opportunities for engineering students (ie, study abroad, internships, co-ops), major exploration, fabrication equipment and techniques, and oral and written communication.

ME 314

An introduction to techniques for modeling in materials processing and improving decision making in increasing the productivity of design and manufacturing processes. Quality improvement and engineering simulation tools are presented as well as the methods of engineering economy and the role of manufacturing automation and systems, through lectures and laboratories.

ME 313

A quantitative and qualitative study of manufacturing processes including machining, extrusion, sheet metal forming, welding, and casting for metals; and additive manufacturing, extrusion, injection molding, thermoforming and blow molding for plastics. Emphasis on process selection for optimum design. Laboratory experiments and demonstrations. Quality, strength, and economic evaluations.