MFGEN 572
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Design for Additive Manufacturing
Course Description
This course explores the past, present, and future of additive manufacturing (AM), including how it enables mass customization and increased design complexity. Lab experiences focus on preparing 3D models, operating several types of AM systems, and post processing finished parts. Students apply "Design for AM" principles to adapt existing part designs for AM and design new products that capitalize on the possibilities only available through AM.
When Taught
Fall Odd Years
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3
Fixed/Max
3
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2
Fixed
1
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ME EN 250 - Science of Engineering Materials
Title
Additive Manufacturing Processes
Learning Outcome
Students will understand the seven categories of additive manufacturing processes, their basic physics, and tradeoffs in key criteria such as resolution, material compatibility, build rates, and properties.
Title
Experiential Learning
Learning Outcome
Students will demonstrate proficiency in printing parts with one or more types of additive manufacturing processes including setup, operation, part removal and post processing.
Title
Design for AM
Learning Outcome
Students will apply knowledge of AM process categories and general design guidelines to generate designs that leverage process strengths and minimize process limitations.
