Learning outcome
- the overview of main computer-aided tools in mechanical engineering
- knowledge about the mathematical basics of different geometric modeling techniques
- advanced understanding of concepts within design, manufacturing, optimization, automation, mechanical system modelling and additive manufacturing
- general understanding of the interaction between CAE tools in design and manufacturing
- sufficient skills in using 3D modeling tools, exchange of design and manufacturing data and rapid prototyping tools
- knowledge about CAPP and related algorithms
- general understanding about CNC systems and different programming techniques
- knowledge about application of CAE concepts within the context of discrete type manufacturing (e.g. car) and continuous type production (e.g. Oil and Gas)
- knowledge about design optimization and competence in using optimization tool boxes for example, in MATLAB.
Contents
Required prerequisite knowledge
Recommended previous knowledge
Exam
Weight | Duration | Marks | Aid | |
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Project work | 4/10 | A - F | ||
Written exam | 6/10 | 4 hours | A - F | Valid calculator. |
Written exam is weighted 6/10 and project work 4/10 of the total grade. The project work is presented for the class.
Both parts must be passed to obtain an overall pass grade in the subject.
Coursework requirements
Course teacher(s)
- Course coordinator
- Hirpa Gelgele Lemu
- Course teacher
- Hirpa Gelgele Lemu , Chandima Ratnayake Ratnayake Mudiyanselage
- Coordinator laboratory exercises
- Adugna Deressa Akessa , Johan Andreas Håland Thorkaas , Emil Surnevik Kristiansen
- Head of Department
- Tor Henning Hemmingsen
Method of work
Overlapping courses
Course | Reduction (SP) |
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Computer-aided Engineering (MOM380_1) | 10 |
Open to
Course assessment
Literature
2. Ibrahim Zeid (2005), Mastering CAD/CAM.n
3. Kuang-Hua Chang (2015), Design Theory and Methods using CAD/CAE
4. Rapael, B., and Smith, I.F.C, (2003), Fundamentals of Computer-Aided Engineering, John Wiley & Sons Ltd.(selected chapters)
5. Askin, R.G. and Standridge, C.R. (1993), Modeling and analysis of manufacturing systems, John Wiley & Sons, Inc. (selected chapters)
6. Groover, M.P., (2008), Automation, Production Systems, and Computer-Integrated Manufacturing, Pearson Education Inc. (selected chapters)
7. Xu, X., (2009), Integrating Advanced Computer-Aided Design, Manufacturing, and Numerical control: Principles and Implementations, Information Science Reference, Hershey - New York. (selected chapters)
8. Xu, X., Nee, A.Y.C., (2010), "Advanced Design and Manufacturing Based on STEP, Springer, Verlag London Limited. (selected chapters)
9. Diverse notes/handouts/research publications.
Sist oppdatert: 09.12.2019