48663 Advanced Manufacturing
6cpRequisite(s): 48650 Mechanical Design 2 AND 48621 Manufacturing Engineering
Fields of practice: Mechanical Engineering program
Undergraduate
Description
This subject enables students to understand key aspects of manufacturing in modern environments. Students learn about considerations relating to volume, capital investment, modern concepts of quality management, and quality control. Modern metrology equipment and methods are also examined. Students of this subject become conversant with aspects of computer systems and software in relation to modern manufacturing, and gain experience with CAD/CAM for CNC machining. Students also investigate some roles of industrial robots in fabrication, welding and assembly.
Typical availability
Autumn session, City campus
Spring session, City campus
Detailed subject description.
Fee information
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- Subject EFTSL: 0.125
Access conditions
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