RMET-229 Design for Manufacturing Systems
This course will introduce students to the concepts of designing tooling for manufacturing systems. Focus will be on jigs, fixtures, and tooling commonly used in manufacturing processes, with modern lean concepts including high speed automation, quick change tooling, and similar topics.
Course Learning Outcomes
- Apply design principles to develop tooling and fixture concepts that meet specified product and process requirements.
- Design and document robotic End-of-Arm Tooling (EOAT) using standard devices and equipment.
- Analyze and compare various part-holding mechanisms to determine suitable solutions for specific component geometries and materials.
- Evaluate quick-change tooling systems to assess their benefits, limitations, and applications within automated manufacturing environments.