MFGEN 372
Design for X
Manufacturing Engineering
Ira A. Fulton College of Engineering
Course Description
Design methodologies and guidelines for products and systems. Design for Manufacturing, Design for Assembly, Design for Sustainability, Design for Usability, and other related topics. Concurrent engineering skills for engaging design, manufacturing, and systems engineers in multidisciplinary teams.
When Taught
Winter
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Title
Manufacturing Processes
Learning Outcome
Students will understand the basic principles and limitations of common manufacturing processes and how they affect the manufacturability of a design.
Title
Product Design Theory
Learning Outcome
Students will understand how Design for Manufacturing & Assembly methods can aid in concurrent engineering practices.
Title
Product Design Practical
Learning Outcome
Students will apply Design for X methods in product design.
Title
Quality and Continuous Improvement
Learning Outcome
Students will evaluate the influence of design principles on quality, performance, and cost.
Title
Communication
Learning Outcome
Make, communicate, and defend design decisions based on Design for X methods.
