Academic Year/course:
2023/24
532 - Master's in Industrial Engineering
60833 - Precision engineering and additive manufacturing
Syllabus Information
Academic year:
2023/24
Subject:
60833 - Precision engineering and additive manufacturing
Faculty / School:
110 - Escuela de Ingeniería y Arquitectura
Degree:
532 - Master's in Industrial Engineering
ECTS:
6.0
Year:
2
Semester:
First semester
Subject type:
Optional
Module:
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1. General information
The aim of this subject is to increase the knowledge of production in the context of the rapid development of additive manufacturing processes and the optimisation of intelligent manufacturing systems.
The objective of the subject is, on the one hand, to learn about aspects related to precision engineering applied to production and, on the other hand, to learn about new additive manufacturing techniques for the manufacturing of products and prototypes according to different levels of automation and flexibility, in the context of Industry 4.0.
In addition to knowledge of the different technologies involved, the subject aims to provide students with the ability to develop prototypes and procedures related to precision engineering and additive manufacturing in an independent and successful way. It also aims to help them evaluate the achievement of the defined technical and economic requirements.
These approaches and objectives are aligned with some of the Sustainable Development Goals, SDGs: 9.4, 12.2 and 12.8.
2. Learning results
To know and apply the tools of mechanical modelling and simulation of integrated manufacturing and measurement systems.
To know and know how to apply the principles of precision engineering to productive systems.
To know and be able to apply the techniques of testing and verification of productive systems.
To learn about the new additive manufacturing processes and rapid prototyping systems.
To know and knows how to apply design techniques for additive manufacturing.
To acquire computer system management skills for additive manufacturing.
3. Syllabus
Theoretical-practical syllabus
1) Design and development of manufacturing and measurement systems according to precision engineering principles.
2) Manufacturing and measurement processes in precision engineering.
3) Modelling and optimization of manufacturing and measurement systems.
4) Additive manufacturing and rapid prototyping. Phases of prototyping, workflow and integration in the product development cycle.
5) Rapid prototyping technologies and system selection. Software and file formats.
6) Applications of prototyping in industrial, medical, artistic sectors and heritage conservation.
Laboratory practices
1) Analytical calculation and finite element simulation of machine components.
2) Modelling and verification of machine tool.
3) Modelling and analysis of measurement systems.
3D Printing. File management and printing software. Principle of operation, operation and maintenance.
5) Generic CAD for part design. Obtaining and analysing files. Printing, cleaning and finishing of prototypes.
6) Digitization of parts with laser sensor by triangulation and articulated arm for coordinate measurement. Coordinate measuring machines and laser tracker.
4. Academic activities
The proposed methodology aims to encourage the student's continuous work and focuses on the most practical aspects of precision engineering and additive manufacturing.
In the sessions with the full group, the most theoretical aspects are addressed in the form of a master class and are complemented by the development of problems and the study of technical cases.
The practical sessions are conducted in smaller groups using specialized computer applications and the equipment of a manufacturing engineering workshop as well as a metrology laboratory.
Personalized tutoring will be devoted to the evaluation, correction, and clarification of aspects of the subject project carried out by each student individually or in a team, with the aim of analysing possible deficiencies and solving doubts to improve personal work.
5. Assessment system
The assessment system proposed for the subject is continuous. It will consist of a practical work/project that includes its presentation and defence (carried out individually or in a team, it will represent 50% of the grade). The completion of the practice reports and proposed practical cases for the student will make up the remaining 50% of the grade.
Global assessment test: at the end of the academic period, there will be a written global test for the subject. Its result will represent 100% of the grade. It will take place on the dates and in the place proposed by the centre. All students who do not pass the continuous assessment system may do this test.
On the other hand, the second call for exams will be carried out through a comprehensive test conducted in the period established for this purpose in the academic calendar.