Calendar Description:
Hardware and software for computer-aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM) systems. Geometric modelling, transformation and visualization. Modelling of freeform curves and surfaces. Programming for computer numerically controlled (CNC) machining. Integration of CAD/CAM systems. Applications in motion analysis, structure analysis, optimization, additive manufacturing, reverse engineering and virtual engineering.
Learning Outcomes:
At the end of this course, you will be able to:
1. Select appropriate hardware and software systems with the required functions for computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM);
2. Enhance the effectiveness of geometric modeling through the transformation and visualization functions of CAD systems;
3. Model complex shapes, including freeform curves and freeform surfaces;
4. Apply CAD functions for geometric modeling, motion analysis, structure analysis, and flow analysis;
5. Implement CNC programs for milling and turning operations, and machine the parts with CNC machines;
6. Create computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) models and generate the machining codes automatically using CAM functions;
7. Develop applications using design, analysis, and manufacturing functions of CAD/CAM systems to solve engineering problems;
8. Collaborate in a team environment to complete engineering design projects; and
9. Communicate design solutions through technical reports and oral presentations.
