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Apr 30, 2024
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MT 466 - Tool Design2 lecture hours 2 lab hours 3 credits
Course Description
In this course students examine the design, construction, and performance characteristics of industrial manufacturing tooling. Design strategies based on work piece function, quality assurance measures, production capabilities, and human factors are explored. Students are required to produce all documentation necessary for the complete fabrication of a tool of their own design. (prereq: IE 423 , MT 1201 , MT 228 )
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
• describe the basic elements of jigs and fixtures
• develop strategies for the design and implementation of work holding devices
Prerequisites by Topic
• None
Course Topics
• Tool design and construction methods (2 classes)
• Locating and clamping methods (2 classes)
• Design of jigs and fixtures (4 classes)
• Inspection gages (2 classes)
• Ergonomics (1 class)
• Computer aided design and machining (2 classes)
• Plant tour (2 classes)
• Engineering cost estimation (1 class)
• Materials and heat treatment (1 class)
• Stamping tooling introduction (2 classes)
• Tooling drawings vs. product drawings (1 class)
Laboratory Topics
• Solid modeling with CAD and downloaded standard part files
• Jig/fixture design project
Coordinator
John Pakkala
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