ENMP515-17A (HAM)

CAD/CAM for Engineering

15 Points

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Faculty of Science and Engineering
Te Mātauranga Pūtaiao me te Pūkaha
School of Engineering

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Convenor(s)

Chi Kit Au

Chi Kit Au
4406
LSL.1.18
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ckau@waikato.ac.nz

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: lmitchel@waikato.ac.nz
: dalbeth@waikato.ac.nz

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Paper Description

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This 15 point paper gives students an understanding of the fundamental principles and basic mathematical theories behind the CAD CAM systems. They include computer graphics, point/line/curve geometry representation, surface geometry representation, geometry modelling data structure, parametric modelling, variational modelling, NC programming, point to point machining, 2D machining, fixed and variable axis machining algorithms, computer-aided manufacturing post processing, CAD CAM application in mould making industry and direct numerical control.

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Paper Structure

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The course is taught through a combination of lectures and laboratory classes.

Please note that laboratory classes are an essential part of the course.

ENMP214 and ENMP215 are desirable preparations for taking this paper.

Lectures:

Friday 14:00 – 16:00, G3.33

Practical Classes:

Friday 14:00 – 16:00, LSL1.16.

Important Note for International Students: For international students in New Zealand under student visas, regular attendance is part of your visa obligation and is checked as a requirement on the University under the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students, to which the University is a signatory. Academic staff are formally required to monitor attendance in classes and submission of compulsory assessment events/items and to report to Waikato International in the event that any problem with irregular attendance or non-submission is not resolved.

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Learning Outcomes

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Students who successfully complete the course should be able to:

  • explain the mathematics of line, curve and free form surfaces in the CAD CAM systems.
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  • explain the principle of fixed axis and variable axis machining.
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  • compute the tool path for fixed axis and variable axis machining.
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  • use Computer Aided Manufacturing system to program the CNC machine tools.
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Assessment

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This paper facilitates the development of technical writing, an important competency expected of a scientist and engineer. In order to pass this paper, students are expected to demonstrate their ability to produce written work of an adequate standard.

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Assessment Components

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The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 1:4. There is no final exam. The final exam makes up 80% of the overall mark.

The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 1:4 or 0:0, whichever is more favourable for the student. The final exam makes up either 80% or 0% of the overall mark.

Component DescriptionDue Date TimePercentage of overall markSubmission MethodCompulsory
1. 2D machining
31 Mar 2017
2:00 PM
4
  • Other: Hand in one week after the lab session
  • Hand-in: In Lecture
✔
2. Test 1
7 Apr 2017
2:00 PM
6
  • Hand-in: In Lecture
✔
3. Advanced 3D Machining
19 May 2017
2:00 PM
4
  • Hand-in: In Lecture
✔
4. Test 2
26 May 2017
2:00 PM
6
  • Hand-in: In Lecture
✔
5. Exam
80
✔
Assessment Total:     100    
Failing to complete a compulsory assessment component of a paper will result in an IC grade
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Required and Recommended Readings

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Required Readings

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Lecture Notes

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Recommended Readings

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1. Principles of CAD/CAM/CAE Systems, Kunwoo Lee, ISBN-10: 0201380366

2. Cad/Cam Theory and Concepts, 2/e , Chandandeep Grewal & Kuldeep Sareen, ISBN:9788121928748

3. Parametric and Feature-Based CAD/CAM: Concepts, Techniques, and Applications, Jami J. Shah, Martti Mäntylä, ISBN-10: 0471002143

4. Journal articles will be provided in the class.

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Other Resources

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HSMWorks information can be obtained from this website:

http://www.hsmworks.com/docs/hsmworks/2013/en/#Tutorials

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Online Support

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This paper has a Moodle page where you will be able to access pdfs of lecture notes and powerpoints, lecture recordings, and assessment materials. There are also discussion forums where you can both ask and answer questions. Your essay assignment must be submitted electronically through Moodle, and as an identical paper copy at FIC.

PLEASE NOTE: Moodle will be used for class notices etc and it is your responsibility to check the site regularly. Instructions provided on Moodle and in lectures are considered to be given to the class as a whole.

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Workload

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Two contact hours per week plus 4 hours per week for assessment and 6 hours for independent study.

Two 3 hour lab sessions.

Students are expected to complete all the problems in the tutorial sheets provided in the class.

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