Fundamentals of Additive Manufacturing
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| MMME4027 | Mechanical, Materials & Manufacturing Engineering | 4 | 20 | Autumn UK |
- Code
- MMME4027
- School
- Mechanical, Materials & Manufacturing Engineering
- Level
- 4
- Credits
- 20
- Semesters
- Autumn UK
Summary
This is a two week intensive module. This module examines both the basic implementation and theory of Additive Manufacturing its translation into modern Additive Manufacturing techniques that are currently being researched and exploited within both academia and industry which result in net shape parts. The content of the module is as follows:
- Introduction and individual coursework setting
- Modelling and design techniques for AM: including an introduction to:
- Design representation for AM
- Computational aided engineering (CAE) applications in AM
- Design and Application of Lattice Structures
- Design Optimisation Techniques
- Overview of the 7 ASTM AM processes
- Material Jetting
- Powder Bed Fusion
- Vat Polymerisation
- Material Extrusion
- Direct Energy Deposition
- Sheet Lamination
- Binder Jetting
- Commercial use and application of AM
- Societal (ethical), environmental and commercial impact of AM and 3D Printing
- Case Studies and Application of AM in Industry
- The Future of AM and 3D Printing
The module will be mainly delivered in an intensive week(s) of lectures and laboratory classes.
Target Students
Students on the MSc in Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing programme and appropriate PGT and CDT students.
Assessment
- 30% Coursework 1: Individual report (video)
- 40% Coursework 2: Group poster (A0)
- 30% Coursework 3: Individual report 3000 words
Assessed by end of designated period
Educational Aims
To provide students with the essential knowledge that will enable them to understand the next generation of additive manufacturing systems, materials and applications. The level of understanding will permit the fundamental analysis and optimisation of the manufacturing techniques studied and evaluation of their potential application.Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students will be able to:
LO1 - Apply suitable analysis techniques to identify the manufacturing capabilities of a range of Additive Manufacturing technologies in a wide range of materials (AHEP M1, M5).
LO2 - Demonstrate understanding of methods of Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing and the rationale for their selection (AHEP M1, M7, M16).
LO3 - Apply comprehensive knowledge of science and engineering principles to analyse the operation of selected techniques (AHEP M2).
LO4 - Demonstrate advanced knowledge of the state of the art with respect to net shape manufacture and analyse complex problems to reach substantiated conclusions, evaluating the technological and societal impact of solutions (AHEP M2, M5, M16).
LO5 - Critically evaluate technical literature and communicate the summary as technical report (AHEP M4, M16, M17).
LO6 - Evaluate the environmental performance, societal (ethical) and industrial impact of Additive Manufacturing technologies, and their implementation in the business context (AHEP M7).