Course
Pro-forma
Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Aided Design & Manufacturing)
Code
KCEC4111
Title
Design for Manufacturing
Pre-requisite
None
Student Learning Time (SLT)
120 hours
Credit
3
Learning Outcomes
1.
Recognize the influence of design to manufacturing issues.
2.
Determine the material and material processing
compatibility for manufacturing and cost effective
component design.
3.
Analyze and design components and assembly towards
efficient assembly process and lower assembly cost.
4.
Design component towards protecting the environment.
5.
Determine usability of advance manufacturing technology in
industry.
6.
Apply the necessary tools and technique to detect and
prevent product failure during design process.
Synopsis
This course covers various issues in design for manufacturing
which includes tools and techniques to prevent product failure,
reduce product cost and improve manufacturing efficiency
through innovative design.
Assessment
40 % Continuous Assessments
60 % Final Examination
References
1.
Product Design For Manufacture and Assembly by
Boothroyd, Dewhurst and Knight, Dekker
2.
Product Design and Development by Ulrich & Eppinger
3.
Total Design by Stuart Pugh
Soft Skills
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving Skills (CT1, CT2, CT3)