ENGR-106: Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM)

This course is INACTIVE
School
Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
Division
Science - DNU
Department
Engineering - DNU
Academic Level
Undergraduate
Course Subject
Engineering
Course Number
106
Course Title
Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM)
Credit Hours
3.00
Instructor Contact Hours Per Semester
77.00 (for 15-week classes)
Student Contact Hours Per Semester
77.00 (for 15-week classes)
Grading Method
A-E
Pre-requisites
ENGR-101 and ENGR-102 OR Instructor Permission
Catalog Course Description

Presents the manufacturing approach of using computers to control the entire production process. Examines manufacturing history, individual processes, systems, and careers. In addition to technical concepts, the course also incorporates finance, ethics, engineering design, and focuses on how to analyze, design, and build manufacturing systems.

Goals, Topics, and Objectives

Core Course Topics
  1. History of Manufacturing
    1. Describe why and how manufacturing evolved.
    2. Identify components of a typical manufacturing system.
    3. List common manufacturing techniques and processes.
    4. Interpret how advances in techniques and technology impact modern manufacturing.
    5. Categorize how components of a typical manufacturing system such as customer, knowledge and processes represent manufacturing activities.
    6. Research common manufacturing techniques such as Kaizen and Flexible Manufacturing Systems and systems such as Computer Numerical Control and Automated Guided Vehicle.
    7. Summarize how manufacturing techniques and processes have evolved.
    8. Compare and contrast the advantages and disadvantages common manufacturing techniques and processes.
  2. Control Systems
    1. Identify open and closed loop systems.
    2. Describe how input and output devices are part of an open and closed loop system.
    3. Explain the purpose of a flowchart or pseudocode.
    4. Describe functions of a computer program.
    5. Identify how functions of a computer program can be applied to perform a task.
    6. Operate output devices to perform a function.
    7. Relate sensor input to the environment being measured.
    8. Create a flowchart or pseudocode to perform a task.
    9. Construct a control program to accomplish an objective such as motor reacting to the environment.
    10. Modify an open loop system to be a closed loop system using sensors.
  3. Cost of Manufacturing
    1. Recognize fixed and variable costs of manufacturing a product.
    2. Identify direct and indirect costs of manufacturing a product.
    3. Recognize costs of a manufacturing system
    4. Classify typical costs of manufacturing a given product.
    5. Assign a manufacturing system with consideration to time and cost to produce a product.
    6. Construct a model of a manufacturing system.
    7. Construct a control program to operate a model factory.
    8. Compare the efficiencies of multiple manufacturing systems.
  4. Manufacturing Processes
    1. Describe steps in a design process.
    2. Describe factors which affect a design.
    3. Identify principles of engineering ethics.
    4. Outline how mass properties impact manufacturing decisions.
    5. Analyze how adequate product fulfills a function.
    6. Summarize how a product can be modified to fulfill of function.
    7. Apply the engineering code of ethics when considering a design.
    8. Model an object using a drawing.
    9. Show the volume, mass, surface area of a model.
    10. Create a mathematical model to describe a manufacturing function.
    11. Calculate costs and physical requirements impacted by product physical properties.
  5. How We Make Things
    1. Describe common prototyping techniques.
    2. Explain the difference between primary and secondary manufacturing processes.
    3. Describe common manufacturing processes.
    4. Analyze common prototyping techniques.
    5. Identify how manufacturing processes can be used to produce a product.
  6. Product Development
    1. List examples of common CNC machines.
    2. List common robot applications used in manufacturing.
    3. Identify common cutting tools.
    4. Describe parts and functions of common machines used in manufacturing.
    5. Select formulas which are used to determine milling machine settings.
    6. Describe common G & M Codes.
    7. Describe a procedure to operate a milling machine.
    8. Identify a machine which can be used to perform a process.
    9. Calculate settings needed for a milling machine.
    10. Interpret the actions that will be performed given a sample of machine code.
    11. Manually create machine code required to manufacture a product.
    12. Create machine code to manufacture a product using Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) program.
    13. Test machine code accuracy using simulation software.
    14. Create a model using Computer Aided Design (CAD) software.
    15. Create a product using a CNC milling machine.
  7. Elements of Automation
    1. Identify common robot types.
    2. Define accuracy and repeatability.
    3. Describe components of a robotic work cell.
    4. Describe roll angle.
    5. List characteristics of robots in a manufacturing environment.
    6. Describe methods for materials to be handled in a manufacturing environment.
    7. Distinguish between accuracy and repeatability.
    8. Describe the development of robot technology and application.
    9. Create a program to control a robotic arm.
    10. Calculate roll angle for robotic arm movement.
    11. Create a program for robotic arm to communicate with another device.
    12. Analyze factors that impact robots in a manufacturing environment.
    13. Explain how materials handling impacts a manufacturing environment.
  8. Elements of Automation Power
    1. Define torque, pressure, work and power.
    2. Identify equations of torque, pressure, work and power.
    3. Apply torque, pressure, work and power equations to engineering problems.
    4. Design a system to perform a task using fluid power.
    5. Construct a fluid power system.
    6. Create a program to operate a fluid power system.
  9. Robotic Programming and Usage
    1. Describe robot components including drive systems, electrical components.
    2. Describe the envelope of common robot types.
    3. Describe how robot geometry affects robot motion.
    4. Identify elements of a robotic program.
    5. Match robot type to application.
    6. Predict robot motion resulting from movement of an actuator.
    7. Create a program to control a robotic arm.
    8. Create programs for a robotic arm to communicate with a related machine.
  10. CIM Systems
    1. Describe common CIM systems.
    2. Recognize machines and processes in a manufacturing setting.
    3. Compare and contrast common CIM systems.
    4. Breakdown a manufacturing system into machines and processes.
    5. Organize and express thoughts and information in a clear and concise manner.
    6. Explain factors that effect a manufacturing career.
  11. Integration of Manufacturing Elements
    1. Recognize process symbols.
    2. Identify the potential safety issues with a CIM system.
    3. Identify how functions of a computer program can be applied to perform a task.
    4. Outline a process for a manufacturing process.
    5. Design a system to manufacture a part.
    6. Construct a system to manufacture a part.
    7. Create a flowchart or pseudocode to perform a task.
    8. Construct a control program to accomplish a goal.
    9. Evaluate the effectiveness of a system to accomplish a goal.
    10. Identify strategies to resolve team conflict.

Assessment and Requirements

Assessment of Academic Achievement
  • Assignments
  • Exams
  • Projects
  • Individual and Group Activities
  • Final Assessment

Outcomes

General Education Categories
  • Natural Sciences
Institutional Outcomes
  • Scientific Reasoning
MTA Categories
  • Category 6: Natural Sciences (Lecture Only)

Credit for Prior College-Level Learning

Options for Credit for Prior College-Level Learning
Other
Other Details

Completion of Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) at an official PLTW school.

Approval Dates

Effective Term
Fall 2019
Deactivation Date
ILT Approval Date
AALC Approval Date
Curriculum Committee Approval Date