FM1MEPD75 Product Design
FM1MEPD75 Product Design
- Course description
- Course codeFM1MEPD75
- Level of study5.1
- Program of studyTechnical Design Mechanical
- Credits7.5
- Course coordinatorCarlos Henriquez
The course provides knowledge of planning processes and skills to develop mechanical parametric solid based models. Candidates are provided further skills with solid modelling, as well as techniques for surface and freeform modelling. The course also explores the creative process of developing new design solutions and Geometrical Tolerancing and Dimensioning (GD&T) to improve the accuracy of technical drawings. The course builds on competence from 3D Mechanical.
The course provides competence of advanced modelling techniques used in mechanical 3D modelling. This includes skills to for solid, surface and free form modelling, as well as tools and processes used to dimension and annotate technical drawings using GD&T.
The candidate:
- has knowledge of processes and tools that are used to create advanced and complex mechanical CAD models.
- has knowledge of tools and processes that are used to create technical drawings with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing in accordance to industry standards.
- has knowledge of methods for sharing resources and processes for efficient collaboration.
- has insight into creative processes to generate new design solutions.
- can update his/her knowledge of customer relations and product specifications.
- understands the importance of tidiness in project files, procedures for version control and project element naming conventions.
The candidate:
- can apply knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing to improve the accuracy of technical drawings.
- master's relevant tools for product development with parametric solid models and basic design techniques
- master's tools and techniques to create complex parametric solid models.
- master's professional tools and techniques for sharing files in collaboration with peers and/or external partners across disciplines.
- can find information and material that is relevant to standards, tolerances, dimensions and annotations.
- can study a problem and identify design issues and apply the creative process to generate a new design solution.
The candidate:
- understands the principles and guidelines that apply to product design.
- can carry out planning and develop mechanical products in accordance with relevant requirements and specifications.
- can build relations with his/her peers and external target groups within the field of product design.
- can develop complex mechanical CAD models and assemblies of products.
- can develop projects with necessary documentation and model files.
In this course, the following teaching and learning methods can be applied, but are not limited to:
- Lecture: Educator-led presentations or activities providing knowledge, skills, or general competencies in the subject area.
- Group work: Collaborative activities where students work together to solve problems or complete tasks.
- Tutoring: One-on-one or small group sessions with an instructor for personalized guidance and support.
- Student presentations: Opportunities for students to demonstrate their understanding of course material by presenting to peers.
- Online lessons: Digital content delivered via an online learning platform.
- Guidance: Individualized advice and direction from instructors to support students in their learning journey.
- Workshops: Practical sessions focused on hands-on application of theoretical concepts or skills.
- Self-study: Independent study where students engage with course material on their own without any teacher support.
Teaching materials, reading lists, and essential resources will be shared in the learning platform and software user manuals where applicable.