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This specialization provides a comprehensive understanding of computer-aided process planning, guiding learners from a CAD model to the final product. It covers the model processing stage and explores suitable printing techniques, demonstrated through real-world components. By the end of the course, participants will be proficient in digital manufacturing, equipped with expertise in CAD and CAM software, and well-versed in 3D printing solutions. This specialization is ideal for professionals seeking a career transition into Industry 4.0, as well as those working in IoT, Product Design, Materials, Mechanics, and System Design. It is particularly relevant for industries such as automotive, aerospace, FMCG, pharmaceuticals/medical equipment production, energy, metals and mining, and oil and gas, which are key sectors for implementing digital manufacturing and smart factory concepts.
Syllabus
- Course 1: Computer Aided Design
- Course 2: Elements of Computer Aided Manufacturing
- Course 3: Essentials of Additive Manufacturing
Courses
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In this course, learners will be introduced to the fundamental concepts of computer-aided design and its implementation through computer graphics. The course involves topics related to the CAD foundation, 3D Graphics pipeline and its stages, OpenGL programming to implement the stages, and hands-on experience with the SolidWorks CAD tool. This course is best suited for post-graduate university students in computed science and mechanical engineering and Professionals who started working in the manufacturing industry, mainly in design, After completing this course, a learner will be able to (i) Get an overview of the CAD (ii) Learn about the 3D computer graphics pipeline - essential to implement CAD systems (iii) Understand the stages of the pipeline (iv) Master programming with OpenGL, a graphics library.
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In this course, learners will be introduced to the fundamental concepts of computer-aided manufacturing and its implementation through open-source software. The course involves topics related to Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM), Computer-Aided Process Planning (CAPP), Essentials of CNC machines and Robotic Arms, NC programming, and Toolpath generation through open-source software and CAD/CAM tools PowerShape and PowerMill. This course is best suited for undergraduate students in mechanical engineering. Professionals working across IoT, Product Design, Materials, Mechanics, and System Design functions in Automotive, Aerospace, FMCG, Pharma/Medical Equipment Production, Energy, Metals and Mining, and Oil and Gas – potential sectors for the deployment of Digital Manufacturing and Smart Factory concept. After completing this course, a learner will be able to • Write NC programs using G-codes and M-codes • Generate NC programs for the toolpath for machining, engraving, laser cutting, etc. • Generate NC programs for the toolpath for 3D printing • Utilize a CAD/CAM tool PowerShape and PowerMill
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Additive Manufacturing, popularly known as 3D Printing, is one of the digital manufacturing processes and a key enabler of Industry 4.0. This course will introduce the fundamental concepts of different Additive Manufacturing processes. It involves a detailed discussion on the working principles, classifications, process parameters, system architecture, etc. This course is best suited for high school, undergraduate, and post-graduate students in mechanical engineering, design department, polymer engineering, medical science, and computer science. Also helps working professionals as well as entrepreneurs interested in additive manufacturing. After completing this course, a learner will be able to ● Get an overview of different AM processes ● Understand the physics of AM processes ● Select an appropriate Additive Manufacturing system ● Design the products for Additive Manufacturing
Taught by
Sajan Kapil and Samit Bhattacharya