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Materials and Technology Workshop B - IDES2072
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Campus: Kensington Campus
 
 
Career: Undergraduate
 
 
Units of Credit: 6
 
 
EFTSL: 0.12500 (more info)
 
 
Indicative Contact Hours per Week: 3
 
 
Enrolment Requirements:
 
 
Prerequisite: IDES1101
 
 
CSS Contribution Charge:Band 2 (more info)
 
   
 
Further Information: See Class Timetable
 
  

Description

This course will develop your knowledge of specific engineering materials and manufacturing processes and is tailored for Industrial Designers. The focus will be upon metals, alloys and composite materials and associated manufacturing processes. Other materials and manufacturing processes will also be covered, but in less detail. They include; plastic composites, manufactured timber products, ceramics and new manufacturing technologies.
The course places an emphasis upon the relationship between Industrial Design practice and manufacturing processes. What does the designer need to know to design and specify with a specific material and process in mind? What does the designer need to know to communicate effectively with other manufacturing specialists? What are the design opportunities, and considerations for various materials and processes, such as; optimum part design, cost, speed, and environmental impact?
Specific topics covered include: specification and selection of materials; tolerances, metal products manufacturing processes - forming, machining, cutting, joining and finishing processes; design constraints, product assembly and disassembly; and advanced manufacturing technologies.

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