Manufacturing Design of Fixtures (Apprenticeship)

Description

This module develops the learner's skills in fixture design in support of manufacturing, taking into account operational considerations, maintenance and repair and design for manufacturability. Learners will perform three-dimensional (3D) Computer Aided Design (CAD) modelling, and construct solid models relating to parts and assemblies.

Learning Outcomes

  1. Explain the fundamentals of part orientation and principles of workholding.

  2. Describe the design of systems for part orientation & holding

  3. Select the relevant method of actuation of fixturing systems

  4. Describe specific fixturing system types

  5. Use CAD to design and implement a fixture related project

Credits
05
% Coursework 100%