Advanced Manufacturing and Machinery Mechanics Syllabus
Course Description:
This online Advanced Manufacturing and Machinery Mechanics course will provide students with an in-depth understanding of the mechanics and operations involved in manufacturing. It covers topics such as mechanical engineering principles, metallurgy, machine tools, production systems and processes, numerical control automation systems, safety hazards, and preventive measures.
Course Objectives:
- Understand fundamental concepts of machinery mechanics including basic science principles related to force, work energy transfer techniques involving machines used for mass production
- Understand the use of mathematics to calculate dimensions related to precision machining
- Review a range of materials that are commonly found in manufacturing settings
- Analyze performance issues arising from production process design decisions
- Gain experience troubleshooting common machine malfunctions by simulating possible solutions before implementation on live equipment
- Develop competency with various pieces of industrial machinery through hands-on class activities or virtual simulations
- Demonstrate proficiency using Computer Aided Design/Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAD/CAM)
