Theory of orthographic projection as used in mechanical drawing. A course for students who have a background in machining and have knowledgeof the tooling, equipment and terminology used in a metals working shop. It is an introduction to the variety of manufacturing methods, processes,tooling and equipment used in the metal working industry.
Topics willemphasize metal removal, joining, forming, measurement, gaging andcasting.
Students will be expected to demonstrate competence inprofessional presentation of technical material. Theory of a variety of manufacturing methods, processes, tooling andequipment. Topics include forging, die casting, casting, plasticmolding, welding and production machining. The student will be introducedto various machine tools in the laboratory. Theory is adapted to practical design of machine elements with an emphasison the engineering approach and the exercise of judgment.