Course detail

Application of CAD/CAM in Machining Technology I

FSI-EAC-KAcad. year: 2011/2012

The course is intended to widen and deepen the knowledge of design and engineering technology. The fundamentals of design made in CAD systems are applied to simple examples of machine parts. Emphasis is placed on mastering the application of computer technology when modelling in 3D systems.

Language of instruction

Czech

Number of ECTS credits

4

Mode of study

Not applicable.

Guarantor

Ing. Aleš Polzer, Ph.D.

Department

Institute of Manufacturing Technology (ÚST)

Learning outcomes of the course unit

Students will have an overview of engineering technology, computer technology systems and their classification. They will master the techniques and will acquire the knowledge related to the use of computer technology in the field of engineering production. The course will teach them how to create the models of technological processes and will help of computer technology and will familiarise them with the methodology of work with CAD/CAM systems.

Prerequisites

Technical drawing

Co-requisites

Not applicable.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Teaching methods depend on the type of course unit as specified in the article 7 of BUT Rules for Studies and Examinations.

Assesment methods and criteria linked to learning outcomes

Course-unit credit is awarded on condition of having attended the practicals and worked out individual assignments. Exam tests student's knowledge of computer technology and its application to the construction modelling used in machining technology. Practical part of the exam reflects student's ability to create a model in CAD/CAM systems.

Course curriculum

Not applicable.

Work placements

Not applicable.

Aims

The objective of the course is to provide a detailed description of the process of from computer modelling in the computer-aided manufacture of products. Another goal is to provide a basis for optimal and qualified decision-making with respect to use of various technologies applied for working of engineering materials.

Specification of controlled education, way of implementation and compensation for absences

Individual assignments and result checking

Recommended optional programme components

Not applicable.

Prerequisites and corequisites

Not applicable.

Basic literature

Kolektiv autoru:: Machining Data Handbook, Volume I.,II.
McMahon Ch., Browne J.: CAD CAM Principles, Practice and Manufacturing

Recommended reading

Bejcek,V. at all:: CIM - pocitacova podpora vyrobniho procesu, VUT Brno, 1992

Classification of course in study plans

  • Programme B2341-3 Bachelor's

    branch B-STG , 3 year of study, winter semester, compulsory-optional

Type of course unit

 

Guided consultation

17 hod., optionally

Teacher / Lecturer

doc. Ing. Josef Chladil, CSc.

Syllabus

Process of construction, hardware for CAD/CAM systems
Software systems for CAD area
Computer graphics and engineering part modelling
Modelling at CAD systems, types of models
Types of geometric entities, curves - description and solution
Process in the course of modelling in 3D systems
Solid modelling, process in the course of model creation
Analytical part of computing systems for construction area
Data base, standard formats, exchange files
Printing the drawing parts