Cameron Devine

Manufacturing Processes ME 300

Course description

This lab introduces students to both manual and computer numerical controlled milling and lathe work. Other tools introduced include horizontal and vertical bandsaws, drill press, metal grinder, buffer, and MIG welding.

General information

Instructor
Cameron Devine Ph.D.
Email
[email protected]
Classroom location
Cebula 106
Times
A1: TTh 1:00-2:20 pm
B1: TTh 2:30-3:50 pm
Lecture Notes
Section A1
Section B1

Textbooks

Schedule

The following schedule is tentative.

day topic reading assignment
8/30 Introduction and Materials Chp. 5, 6  
9/1 Casting Chp. 11, 12  
9/6 Casting and Forging Chp. 13, 14  
9/8 Mass of the Holy Spirit   Ass. 1
9/13 Forging and Extrusion Chp. 14, 15  
9/15 Adhesives and Welding Chp. 30, 32 Ass. 2
9/20 Foundations of Mechanical Accuracy    
9/22 GD&T and Cutting Mechanics Chp. 35, 21 Ass. 3
9/27 Cutting Power and Tool Wear Chp. 21  
9/29 Machinability and Lathes Chp. 21, 23 Ass. 4
10/4 Lathes and Drills Chp. 21  
10/6 Milling and Gear Cutting Chp. 24 Ass. 5
10/11 Grinding and EDM Chp. 26, 27  
10/13 Sheet Metal Chp. 16 Ass. 6
10/18 Machine Automation and CNC Chp. 37  
10/20 3D Printing Chp. 20 Ass. 7
10/25 Fall Break    
10/27 Assembly and Automation Chp. 32 Ass. 8
11/1 Robotics Chp. 37  
11/3 Metrology Chp. 36 Ass. 9
11/8 Metrology Chp. 36  
11/10 Quality Control Chp. 36 Ass. 10
11/15 Six Sigma Chp. 36  
11/17 Class Canceled   Ass. 11
11/22 Class Canceled    
11/24 Thanksgiving    
11/29 Digital Twin Chp. 37  
12/1 PCB Manufacturing   Ass. 12
12/6 Course Review    
12/8 Project Presentations   Ass. 13

Assignments

Assignment 1

  • Write a forum post on moodle about a manufacturing process similar to those discussed in class or an application of a manufacturing processes discussed in class.

Assignment 2

  • Write a forum post on moodle about a manufacturing process similar to those discussed in class or an application of a manufacturing processes discussed in class.
  • Respond to two forum posts from assignment 1.

Assignment 3

  • Respond to two forum posts from assignment 2.
  • Do problem 15.42.

Assignment 4

  • Write a forum post on moodle about a manufacturing process similar to those discussed in class or an application of a manufacturing processes discussed in class.

Assignment 5

  • Write a forum post on moodle about a manufacturing process similar to those discussed in class or an application of a manufacturing processes discussed in class.
  • Respond to two forum posts from assignment 4.

Assignment 6

  • Respond to two forum posts from assignment 5.
  • Do problems 21.49 and 21.51.

Assignment 7

  • Write a forum post on moodle about a manufacturing process similar to those discussed in class or an application of a manufacturing processes discussed in class.

Assignment 8

  • Respond to two forum posts from assignment 7.
  • Using ncviewer.com or CAMotics write a G-Code program. This program must include a rapid move, a linear cut, and a curved cut. Motion in all three axes must also be used. It is not necessary for this code to create any specific part.

Assignment 9

  • Write a forum post on moodle about a manufacturing process similar to those discussed in class or an application of a manufacturing processes discussed in class.

Assignment 10

  • Write a forum post on moodle about a manufacturing process similar to those discussed in class or an application of a manufacturing processes discussed in class.
  • Respond to two forum posts from assignment 9.

Assignment 11

  • Do problem 36.38.
  • Respond to two forum posts from assignment 10.

Assignment 12

  • Write a forum post on moodle about a manufacturing process similar to those discussed in class or an application of a manufacturing processes discussed in class.

Assignment 13

  • Respond to two forum posts from assignment 13.

Final Project

For your final project your task is to take a manufactured part you have been provided and figure out how to manufacture it. Therefore, once you have your part:

  • determine the material your part is made out of,
  • pick another material that could reasonably be used to make your part,
  • explain which material is more suitable for your part,
  • determine the manufacturing process(es) used to manufacture your part,
  • pick another manufacturing process that could reasonably be used to manufacture your part, and
  • explain which manufacturing process is more suitable for your part.

While doing so, please carefully consider the expected use and tolerances of your part. If you would like to discuss any of these steps, feel free to come to my office hours.

Create a presentation covering the points above. You must then,

  1. turn in a draft version of your slides on moodle by November 22nd,
  2. in the last week of class give a 10-15 minute presentation on your part, and
  3. by December 9th, turn in your final slides on moodle.

Assignment, and project policies

Assignments

Assignments will be due at midnight on Sundays. All work will be turned in via moodle. Forum posts should be at least three paragraphs long and well written. Responses should be at least a full paragraph and add to the discussion.

Grading policies

Total grades in the course may be curved, but individual assignment and project grades will not be. Grades will be available on moodle throughout the semester.

Assigned Problems:
15%
Forum Posts:
30%
Forum Responses:
20%
Project
35%

Academic Honesty/Professionalism

What is Academic Integrity?

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What is Academic Dishonesty?

Saint Martin’s University defines academic dishonesty as violating the academic integrity of an assignment, test and/or evaluation of any coursework. This dishonest practice occurs when you seek to gain for yourself or another an academic advantage by deception or other dishonest means. You have a responsibility to understand the requirements that apply to particular assessments and to be aware of acceptable academic practice regarding the use of material prepared by others. Therefore, it is your responsibility to be familiar with the policies surrounding academic dishonesty as these may differ from other institutions.

The Acceptable Use of AI in Coursework

Any use of technology that misleads a reviewer in assessing the student’s mastery of a specific set of skills or knowledge is a type of intellectual dishonesty, that is, a type of cheating. Students who are unsure about the appropriateness of using an artificial intelligence tool (or “AI”) should check with the instructor before using it. This includes the use of tools that generate text, images, video, code, and other works. If you are permitted by your instructor to use one or more AI tools in producing your work, you should disclose the use of that tool. You should say which tool you used and how you used it. Then if you use specific AI generated content (text, images, videos, audio, code, and so on) you should cite it in the style (APA, MLA, and so on) specified by your instructor.

University-Sanctioned Activities

If you are absent from class due to university-sanctioned activities, such as sports, it is your responsibility to request that the absence be excused; otherwise, the absence will be recorded as unexcused. Absent students are responsible for catching up with the class, and if any assignments are due on the day of the absence, it is your responsibility to turn in the assignments on time.

Counseling and Wellness Center

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Center for Student Success

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Religious Accommodation Statement

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Access and Accommodations

Your experience in this class is important to me. If you have already established accommodations with Disability Support Services (DSS), please communicate your approved accommodations to me at your earliest convenience so we can discuss your needs in this course. If you have not yet established services through DSS, but have a temporary health condition or permanent disability that requires accommodations (conditions include but are not limited to mental health, attention- related, learning, vision, hearing, physical or health impacts), you are welcome to contact DSS at 360-438-4580 or [email protected] or [email protected]. DSS offers resources and coordinates reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities and/or temporary health conditions.  Reasonable accommodations are established through an interactive process between you, your instructor(s) and DSS.  It is the policy and practice of the Saint Martin’s University to create inclusive and accessible learning environments consistent with federal and state law.

Sexual Misconduct/Sexual Harrassment Reporting

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Correlation of course & program outcomes

In keeping with the standards of the Department of Mechanical Engineering, each course is evaluated in terms of its desired outcomes and how these support the desired program outcomes. The following sections document the evaluation of this course.

Desired course outcomes

Upon completion of the course, the following course outcomes are desired:

  1. students will have a clear and thorough understanding of materials;
  2. students will have sufficient knowledge and technical background to study other courses that use manufacturing for design;
  3. students will demonstrate the ability to discern the advantages and disadvantages of different processes for proper selection of a process for a design;
  4. students will develop ability and habit to analyze different materials for the proper selection for a design; and
  5. students will gain writing and presentation experience in a technical setting.

Desired program outcomes

In accordance with ABET’s student outcomes, our desired program outcomes are that mechanical engineering graduates have:

  1. an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
  2. an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
  3. an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
  4. an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
  5. an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
  6. an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
  7. an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

Correlation of outcomes

The following table correlates the desired course outcomes listed along the left hand side with the desired program outcomes listed along the top.

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