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MAC 234
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Title: | Rapid Prototyping |
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Long Title: | Rapid Prototyping |
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Course Description: | Applies rapid prototyping in the design and manufacturing of injection molded plastic parts. 3D CAD software, a 3D printer, and a CNC mill are utilized to design, prototype and mill a quick turn tool, which is then used to produce injection-molded plastic parts. It is highly recommended the following courses should be taken prior to enrolling in MAC 234, CAD 255 Solid works, CAD 262 3D Printing and MAC 205 intro to CNC Milling Operations. |
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Min Credit: | 3 |
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Course Notes: | NCE 3.7.16 JLG |
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Origin Notes: | FRCC |
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STANDARD COMPETENCIES
1. Explain the main components and parts of an injection mold.
2. Describe basic injection molding concepts and principals.
3. Define the principles of mold design function and how they relate to rapid prototyping.
4. Differentiate the concept of 2D and 3D design.
5. Discuss the part design concepts and constraints associated with rapid prototyping.
6. Identify the differences in mold material selection as it relates to the longevity of the tool.
7. Explain tolerance and dimensioning as it relates to rapid prototypes.
8. Describe basic knowledge of injection molding materials and properties.
9. Design a part to be manufactured.
10. Design a quick turn tool.
11. Produce a prototype mold core and cavity inserts utilizing a 3D printer.
12. Produce a quick turn tool core and cavity utilizing a CNC milling machine.
13. Run the quick turn tool on an injection molding machine.
TOPICAL OUTLINE
I. Design
a. Mold function
b. Concepts 2D/3D
c. Quick Turn Tool
II. Engineering
a. Part design concepts and constraints
b. Create a part to be manufactured
c. Create a quick turn tool
III. Mold Construction
a. Understanding mold components and parts
b. Mold material selection/longevity of tool
c. Machine cavity/core slides with a/b split
IV. Prototyping
a. General information
b. Prototype runs
V. Manufacturing
a. Injection molding concepts
b. Quick turn production
VI. Standards for tolerance and dimensions
VII. Work process
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