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Spring 2025 Lecture Laboratory Upper Division
This course covers topics in additive manufacturing (AM) technologies. Topics include the AM benefits and drawbacks of additive as compared to subtractive manufacturing, additive manufacturing process and material selection, design for additive manufacturing, support structure generation, printing process planning, and quality control techniques, such as monitoring, inspection, and surface modification.
Learning Outcomes1Describe the concepts, benefits, and application of additive manufacturing.
2Select appropriate additive manufacturing processes and material for producing parts.
3Design 3D objects for additive manufacturing considering the process requirements.
4Develop strategies and practices incorporating appropriate quality control techniques.
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