ATMT 1260 - Die Theory 1

Credit Hours: 2.00

Prerequisites: None

(formerly ATMT 2912)

This course covers the basic theory and function of dies. The standard components of dies, different types of dies, and die function are major elements of the course.

Contact Hours: 2
Billable Contact Hours: 2

OUTCOMES AND OBJECTIVES
Outcome 1: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to describe dies and their main components.

Objectives:

Describe a die.
Describe the standard components of a die.
Identify the components of the lower die shoe and its relation to the die retainer and die button.
Identify the components of the upper die shoe and its relation to the punch retainer.
Describe the materials used to make die components.
Describe the various types of dies used in industry.

Outcome 2: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to describe die function and maintenance.

Objectives:

Describe how the die creates parts.
Identify die setups for sheet metal bending.
Describe basic die maintenance.
Troubleshoot die operation.

COMMON DEGREE OUTCOMES
(Bulleted outcomes apply to the course)

1. The graduate can integrate the knowledge and technological skills necessary to be a successful learner.

2. The graduate can demonstrate how to think competently.

3. The graduate can demonstrate how to employ mathematical knowledge.

4. The graduate can demonstrate how to communicate competently.

The graduate is sensitive to issues relating to a diverse, global society.

COURSE CONTENT OUTLINE

Types of dies.
Standard die components.
The lower die shoe.
The upper die shoe.
Materials used to make die components.
Die function.
Die setups.
Die maintenance.
Troubleshooting dies.

Primary Faculty
Gordon, Victoria
Secondary Faculty
Walters, Gary
Associate Dean
Pawlowski, Timothy
Dean
Hutchison, Donald

Official Course Syllabus - Macomb Community College, 14500 E 12 Mile Road, Warren, MI 48088