ES3A4 CAD/CAM and Simulation

year.jpgModule Leader: Dr S.J. Maggs

Co-Lecturer: Dr N.D. Davis

Module Information

Scope

This 15 CATS module is one of the third year modules for:

Core: Optional:
  • Automotive Engineering
  • Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering
  • Engineering

 

Aims

This module provides an overview of CADCAM for 3rd Year students. Both theoretical concepts and practical applications are covered. The CAM element links into the Manufacturing aims of the module while the CAD element links directly with the engineering aims. It also provides an introduction to discreet part simulation.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the module the student should be able to...

  • CAD: Understand how geometrical models are structured within a CAD System and how the database of such models may be accessed by other applications
  • CAD: Understand how CAD tools such as design analysis, rapid prototyping, reverse engineering, and knowledge based engineering can enhance engineering design
  • CAM: Understand how machine tools operate and how geometrical models can be translated into machine tool motion.
  • CAM: Understand how CAM tools such as process planning, automation and simulation can enhance manufacture
  • Understand the limitations of CADCAM in terms of efficient exchange of data and in terms of effective product data management
  • Recognise the role that simulation has in Industry and the approach to building models.

Syllabus

CAD: Introduction. Geometric modelling, curves surfaces and solids. Applications, geometric properties, 3D visualization, Design Analysis, Rapid Prototyping and tooling, reverse engineering, Design Automation, KBE. Data Exchange neutral file formats, exchange formats, translators,. PDM and PLM, use of Internet in CADCAM.

CAM: Introduction. Machine tools. NC Basics, Tool path generation, Machining strategies. Process planning

Simulation: Basic Theory of simulation, Case Study, Business applications.

Teaching Methods

This module includes 20 hours of lectures, 2 hours of examples classe and 18 hours of laboratory sessions.

Required self-study: 110 hours

Assessment

A 15 CATS module: 60% examined via a 2 hour paper

Exam rubric information:

  • Answer 4 questions chosen from 6

and 40% assessed consisting of a:

  • Group Report (20%)
  • Case Study Report (20%)

Links to:

Student Resources

Staff Pages

Reading List

Recommended Textbook:

C. McMahon, J. Browne, CADCAM : principles, practice, and manufacturing management, 2nd. ed., Harlow : Addison-Wesley, c1998