Design Topics
• Theory and methodology related to conceptual design
• review of the methods used in stress analysis
• simple design factor approach
• variable loads and fatigue
• stress concentrations
• fastener joints
• welded joints
• springs, shaft and bearing design
• clutches, brakes, and braking systems
Manufacturing Topics
• deformation processes
• joining processes
• consolidation processes
• material removal processes
• material alteration processes
• composites manufacturing
• rubber processing
• glass working
• coating processes
• mechanical assembly
• electronics packaging and assembly
• production lines
• process selection and planning