This course will enlighten the student with software products that assist in the design process. The thrust will be on software that relates to CAM design, gear design and strength of materials. The students will be shown how to apply these products to mechnical designs. Understanding of the technology will increase the designers knowledge of the analytical aspects of design. This course is designed to instruct the students in the use of the computer in developing mechanical designs.
Emphasis is placed on creativity in finding design solutions to practical problems.
The student learns how to incorporate CAD libraries of components from leading manufacturers into designs for machinery and mechanisms. Specifically, the topics covered include variable speed drives, controls, and feedback systems. Today's modern machinery rely on these systems for position and motion control. This course is a study of the methods of mass production. Students will design specialized vise jaws, jigs and fixtures for the quick and accurate duplication of parts.