Building on the skills students developed in DSGN 280 (Mechanical Design I), students will learn the techniques of design, analysis and selecting various machine components. Students will study bearings, shafts, springs, couplings, gears, clutches, brakes and cams. Students will examine traditional design methods and then use computer solutions extensively to augment the design process. The combined material from DSGN 280 (Mechanical Design I) and this course will be directed toward CAD 285 (Industry Design Project).

Building on the skills students developed in CAD 283 (Advanced CAD Modelling), students will use the 3D models students created in the major project to produce virtual prototypes using photo-realistic images and animated sequences. Students will produce a one-minute animated video of the model that shows the assembly of the components or the operation of a mechanism. Students animation will be created and used in the context of being an extremely valuable visualization tool for use in the engineering design process. Students will also create a rapid prototype model of one of your components out of ABS plastic using a StrataSys FDM (fused deposition modeler) Rapid Prototyping machine.

Students studies will focus on quality assurance in a manufacturing environment. The importance of quality products and services will be emphasized. Students will become familiar with the statistical sampling and analysis tools used to achieve and verify quality goals.

Students will gain experience using FEM software by applying several programs to the solution of typical analysis problems. Students will develop an appreciation of the power and limitations of FEM by comparing computer-produced results with experimentally derived data and alternative classical methods of stress analysis.

Students will learn how to take a design from concept to finished product. Students will closely integrate and constantly check the integrity of the engineering design, design documentation, engineering analysis and manufacturability of the product. Students studies will focus on managing the continuous feedback among all aspects of the process, ensuring they are considered in parallel rather than sequential and ensuring they use common databases wherever possible.

Students will study how use CAD/CAM software to generate Computer Numerical Control (CNC) codes to operate machine tools in 3, 4 and 5 axis CNC machine tools. Students will study methods of creating and importing geometry as wire frame, freeform surfaces or solids. Students will use the Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) software to create CNC codes to cut the part.

Students will learn the fundamentals of information systems management. This includes set up, documentation, and management of networked computers, servers, and printers. Students will also learn engineering network file management along with hardware and software selection techniques.

Students will observe and perform welding, thermal cutting and metal forming operations. Students will develop an understanding of processes rather than skill. Supervised hands-on training will help students develop an understanding of Shielded Metal Arc Welding, Gas Metal Arc Welding, Flux Cored Arc Welding, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, Oxy-Fuel Welding and Submerged Arc Welding. Students metal cutting activities will include Oxy-fuel Cutting and Plasma Arc Cutting. Students will perform metal forming activities on a plate roll, press brake and structural roll.

Students will investigate advanced features of CAD software used in the program and in local industry. Where possible, local users with product expertise will be invited to present a seminar and share their expertise. Incremental upgrades to software that students have already learned will be presented as time permits. Students will also receive an introduction to other relevant software that is not directly taught or used in other courses but may prove valuable when students are employed.

Students will develop a technical proposal and apply advanced research skills to a technical problem. Students will use the technical problem-solving process in an applied research project and present your research findings in a written report and oral presentation.

Students will create a design from concept to a finished product. As part of the engineering design process, students will integrate a business case, evaluate design concepts, and develop product specifications for your target market. Students will concurrently evaluate and refine the design, produce design documentation, and perform design for manufacturing and assembly of the product.

Students will study the basic laws of thermodynamics as applied to energy conversion devices and the fundamentals of heat transfer. Students will apply these principles to mechanical equipment (such as internal combustion engines, compressors, steam plants, refrigeration systems and heat exchangers).Performing experiments in the lab will provide you with hands-on experience. Students will gain a working knowledge of the broad subject areas of thermodynamics.

Students will learn the concepts involved in growing a manufacturing-based company from a small business to a large operation. Students will learn about facility analysis, ordering processes and dealing with suppliers.

Students will learn the techniques of design, analysis and selecting various machine components (including belt and chain drive components, wire rope, fasteners, bolted connections, welded joints and combined stresses). Students will also learn traditional design methods and then use computer solutions extensively to augment the design process.

Students will gain an understanding of the merits and limitations of the manufacturing and fabrication industry. Students will study the use of engineering principles to solve manufacturing and fabrication problems. Students studies will concentrate on the metal industry but you will tour several manufacturing operations to gain a broad view of the different types of manufacturing. Students will gain an understanding of surface finishes and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing. Students will also learn how to apply them to engineering drawings.

Building on the skills students developed in ENGM 191 (Applied Engineering Mechanics), students studies will focus on kinematics and kinetics. In kinematics, students will analyze the geometry of rectilinear, circular and general plane motions. In kinetics, students will analyze the forces and movements of motions using the dynamic equilibrium method, the work, energy power method and the impulse-momentum method. Students will learn how to solve engineering problems involving motion only and the forces causing that motion. Students will also study linkage mechanisms and their motion and mechanical vibrations.

Students will explore the fundamentals of direct current (DC) and alternating current (AC) measurement and circuitry, which includes series and parallel circuits. Students will also examine common associated devices used in industrial environments. A laboratory program is an integral part of this course.

Students will develop an understanding of 3-Dimensional CAD through a study of wire frame, surface and solid model construction methods. Students will learn techniques for documenting 3D models using the traditional 2D views and dimensioning associated with working drawings. Students will also select a project (assembly or mechanism) and create a 3D parametric solid model that will be used as a starting point for CAD 295 (Virtual and Rapid Prototyping).

Students will study how to use basic algebra and trigonometry to determine the forces in stationary machine and equipment members. The course content includes force systems, center of gravity, static friction, and moment of inertia, and the application of these principles to engineering problems.

Students will apply the basic theory and skills needed to generate graphic representations of an idea, concept, or entity. Students will apply descriptive geometry and its applications to develop orthographic drawings, dimensioning and pictorial drafting. You will construct auxiliary views and sectional views

Students will learn how to produce user functions to automatically generate geometry (based on user-specified input). Students will develop programs and functions in both LISP and VBA.

Students will study the basic concepts of computer assisted drafting. Students will learn how to use the AutoCAD user interface as it pertains to two dimensional CAD drawings. The course content includes drawing set-up, coordinate systems, drawing tools, editing commands, display options, layers, colors, line types, text, basic dimensioning and plot commands.

Students will perform computer component installation and troubleshooting operations. Students will learn how to communicate with others about computer systems and related hardware

Students will gain an intermediate knowledge of electronic spreadsheets and determining when to use a spreadsheet and when to use a database.

Students studies will review trigonometry, trigonometric identities and algebraic, logarithmic, exponential and trigonometric functions and their graphs. Students will receive an introduction to differential calculus of algebraic functions.

Students orientation will include discussions regarding the role of technicians/technologists in the workplace and society. Students will study time management skills, diversity in the workplace, principles of sustainability and safety requirements.

Semester 1 introductory drafting skills will serve as a foundation for this course. Students will learn how to prepare a complete set of working drawings on the CAD system. Students will become familiar with standard drafting practices and symbols used in a number of different engineering fields.

Building on the knowledge acquired in MATH 193, students studies will continue through the differentiation and integration of algebraic and transcendental functions and the applications of these concepts to max/min problems, root solutions, areas, volumes, centroids, moments of inertia, arc length and surface area.

Students gain an understanding of machine shop principles and practices. This course will serve as a foundation for further studies in manufacturing. In addition to lectures and demonstrations, students will receive extensive hands-on experience.

Students will develop a practical understanding of the fundamental structure, properties (physical, mechanical, chemical) and supplied forms of common engineering materials. This knowledge will assist students in the evaluation and selection of materials suitable for given design requirements and/or manufacturing processes. Major focus will be directed towards iron and iron alloys (steels), complimented with examination of other metals / alloys (aluminum, copper, etc.), ceramics, polymers, composite and hybrid materials. Students studies will also include areas and applications such as thermal processing, material corrosion, as well as non-destructive examination and material testing.

Students will focus on the application and operation of the components and systems rather than their use in the design process. Students will work with and disassemble or assemble some of the components (others will be demonstrated for you). Some of the items students will investigate include bearings, shafts, chain belt and gear drives, hydraulic pumps, motors and cylinders, pneumatic systems, conveyors, and pneumatic and hydraulic flow and pressure control valves.

Students will gain an understanding of computer programming by developing your basic programming skills and knowledge, and applying them to the structured solution of engineering problems. Developing good programming habits, flowcharts/algorithms and structured, modular programs that are well documented and tested will be emphasized. Students will use Graphical User Interfaces to provide high-quality presentations of program data and results, and to conform to the high standards and expectations of today's users.

Students studies will focus on the relationship between external applied loads and the induced internal stresses in various structural members. Students will discuss design and analysis techniques of axial and torsionally loaded members, beams, columns and joints. Students will also investigate how materials behave under complex stress states.

Students will examine the employability skills required in the workplace. Students will discuss the communication process, and practice effective interpersonal communication techniques. Students will use workplace writing and job search skills.