Title
DET2246 - Tool Design
Description
Description
The objective of this course is to develop an understanding of jigs, fixtures and dies and their function in part production. Students will analyze component pieces, classifications of jigs and fixtures, design criteria and costs associated with building and implementing various types of tooling.
API ID
Credits
3 (1/2/0)
Competencies
- Analyze tool design objectives and designer responsibilities.
- Analyze and explain the different categories of jigs and fixtures.
- Calculate part costs using manufacturing-specific variables and formulas.
- Calculate labor expenses related to production utilizing specific process parameters.
- Calculate tool costs relative to design criteria.
- Apply design economics to a production scenario using a comparative analysis matrix.
- Design, detail and document the design specifications for a leaf jig.
- Design, detail and document the design specifications for a box jig.
- Generate files for three-dimensional prototypes based on design geometry.
Degrees that use this course
Degrees that use this course
Degree:
Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
The Design and Engineering Technology program prepares students for employment in a wide variety of engineering-related disciplines...
Location:
Wadena Campus
Credits:
60
