CAD/CAM Theory and Application
ME 54600/ 3 Cr.
Introduction to computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) theory and applications. Topics include CAD/CAM systems and integration, geometric modeling, process planning, and tool path generation, CAD/CAM interfacing with CNC (computer numerically controlled) machines, machining, and CNC programming. Projects involve CAD/CAM-based product development cycle. Hands-on experience is attained through laboratory experiment and actual CNC manufacturing.
Primary Track: Solid Mechanics & CAE, Mechatronics & Controls, Design
- Available Online: No
- Credit by Exam: No
- Laptop Required: No
Prerequisites/Co-requisites:
Prerequisite: ME 26201 or EEN 26201, ENGR 19600, ENGR 29700
Textbooks
Mastering CAD/CAM, Zeid, McGraw-Hill, 1st or later Edition
Outcomes
- Explain the concepts and underlying theory of modeling and the usage of models in different engineering applications. Explain the benefits of a comprehensive and integrated CAD/CAM system
- Create accurate and precise geometry of complex engineering systems and use the geometric models in different engineering applications
- Compare the different types of modeling techniques and explain the central role solid models play in the successful completion of CAD/CAM-based product development
- Use and assess state-of-the-art CAD/CAM codes efficiently, effectively and intelligently in advanced engineering applications
- Develop algorithms for 2D and 3D geometric modeling
- Use current state-of-the-art CAD/CAM technology in research
- Extend CAD/CAM technology for research and development purposes, for example by developing CAD/CAM applications using open architecture solid modeling kernels
- Explain the basic concepts of CNC programming and machining
Topics
- CAD/CAM theory
- Introduction to CAD/CAM
- Geometric modeling
- Computer graphics
- Product Design and development
- Product Manufacturing and management
- Future directions for CAD/CAM
- CAD/CAM Programming
- Pro/ENGINEER CAD/CAM package
- CNC machining
- ACIS open architecture kernel