ETD 2372C - Rapid Prototyping II-Manufacturing Methods

Engineering and Building Arts Department

Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 77
Effective Term Fall 2019 (565)

Course Description

Students will explore simulation and design analysis of rapid prototyping and learn the relationships of physical prototyping to the design industry by developing a manufacturing project plan. Reverse engineering and failure prevention will also be studied during this course. When available, field trips to local manufacturing facilities will expose the students to current industry practices and the latest technologies. Several problem-solving projects will test their creativity, design abilities, and prototyping skills. The class environment will foster a design community providing feedback and critique from classmates. (Note: MAC computers are not recommended for ETD courses.)

Learning Outcomes and Objectives

  1. Students will demonstrate initial proficiency in 3D prototyping technologies by:
    1. creating models with 3D design software (ie: solidworks, inventor, etc.)
    2. reverse engineering an item into a standard 3D CAD file.
    3. creating a 3D printed part (additive manufacturing).
    4. creating a 3D model using a rapid prototyping technology other than 3D printing (ie: CNC milling, molding and casting, etc.)
  2. Students will explore technologies used for reverse engineering and rapid prototyping by:
    1. reverse engineering an item with 3D scanning equipment and creating the appropriate STL file.
    2. reverse engineering an item with hand measurement tools (ie: caliper, micrometer, etc).
    3. correctly analyzing strength aspects of components
    4. identifying the correct material to use based on its physical and chemical properties.
    5. researching and comparing the cost, limitations, and effectiveness of different reverse engineering and rapid prototyping technologies.
  3. Students will create a capstone original design and product by:
    1. creating an original 3D design model
    2. creating and presenting a production plan for their original design that will include a production timeline, cost analysis, and materials/equipment list.
  4. Students will develop and demonstrate effective employability skills by:
    1. writing a professional, quality R-E project reports.
    2. delivering an oral R-E presentation.
    3. demonstrating teamwork during project work.
    4. identifying and demonstrating appropriate safety rules.
    5. identifying and discussing the ethical responsibilities of digital design and manufacturing.

Criteria Performance Standard

Students must complete the course with a minimum of a C, 70%, grade

History of Changes

C&I Approval: 02/09/2017, BOT Approval: 03/21/2017, Effective Term: Fall 2017 (535).
C&I Approval: 02/14/2019, BOT Approval: 03/19/2019, Effective Term: Fall 2019 (565)

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  3. NIMS Machining Level II - Grinding Skills II (to ENG-AS) (NIMGIC-AR) (650) (Active)
  4. Rapid Prototyping and Design (RAPID-CT) (645) (Active)