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ATAP 2380 - Rapid Prototyping & Reverse Engineering

Credit Hours: 2.00

Prerequisites: None

This course teaches the general concepts of Rapid Prototyping and Reverse Engineering. Through lecture and lab assignments, the student will learn basic skills necessary to convert CAD models into STL files and either CNC machine them or print them three dimensionally. Students will also be exposed to Reverse Engineering, which consists of three-dimensional scanning using a probe and laser, and an articulating arm. Terminology used in the field of Rapid Prototyping and Reverse Engineering will be emphasized.

Location: South Campus

Contact Hours: 2
Billable Contact Hours: 2
OUTCOMES AND OBJECTIVES
Outcome 1: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to use basic 3D CAD package to produce 3D surfaces and solid models.

Objectives:

  1. Define 3D surfaces.
  2. Define 3D solid models.
  3. Export 3D geometry to STL format for rapid prototyping machines.

Outcome 2: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to identify STL format and structure.

Objectives:

  1. Understand the mathematical makeup.
  2. Create ASCII and binary formats.

Outcome 3: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to identify various types of rapid prototyping machines.

Objectives:

  1. Post process STL files for RP machines.
  2. Know the pros and cons of each machine type.
  3. Define each RP machine’s characteristics.

Outcome 4: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to rapid prototype using the following methods.

Objectives:

  1. CNC renshape part masters and molds.
  2. Mix and pour silicon rubber molds over master parts.
  3. Mix and pour casting materials into properly prepared molds (plaster, plastic, soap, etc.).

Outcome 5: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to reverse engineer parts and molds.

Objectives:

  1. Capture 3D point clouds using touch probe technology.
  2. Capture 3D point clouds using laser technology.
  3. Capture 3D point clouds using articulating arm.
  4. Capture 2D data manually by tracing existing object.
  5. Setup part to be scanned properly.
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.
  1. The graduate can demonstrate how to communicate competently.
  1. The graduate is sensitive to issues relating to a diverse, global society.
COURSE CONTENT OUTLINE
  1. History and Overview of Rapid Prototyping
  2. General Usage of Rapid Prototyping
  3. Data Translations (Cad to Rapid)
  4. File Format (STL - Stereolithography)
  5. Operation of Rapid Prototyping Machine
  6. Exposure to CAD/CAM as it relates to RP
  7. History and Overview of Reverse Engineering
  8. General Usage of Reverse Engineering
  9. Input Data (Stream, Point clouds, etc.)
  10. General Operation of Reverse Engineering equipment (3D Scanners, Articulating Arms, and 3D Digital Cameras)
  11. Manipulation and Editing of STL data (triangulated meshes)
Primary Faculty
Walters, Gary
Secondary Faculty

Associate Dean
Pawlowski, Timothy
Dean
Hutchison, Donald

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


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