Course Objective: The main objectives are to provide students with a conceptual understanding of CAD/CAE principles, and the implementation of these principles. The generic aspect of CAD/CAE software systems will be discussed. A large portion of the students' time will be spent independently in the CAD labs learning the details of design and analysis related to the product realization process. Working in terms, the students are responsible for completing a semester-long project to demonstrate the broadest and depth of their CAD knowledge and skills of using CAD systems.

Topics Covered:

• Introduction to CAD Systems

  Concept of computer aided design
  Information technology and computer aided design systems

• Engineering Graphics

  3D solid modeling and feature-based design
  Product design and engineering graphics
  Engineering documentation

• Engineering Design

  Geometrical dimensioning and tolerances
  Design for manufacturing
  Design for assembly
  Economic evaluation of engineering design

• Pro/ENGINEER Design System

  Fundamentals of Pro/ENGINEER
  Part modeling
  Assembly and standardized parts
  Animation and data management systems
  

• Computer Engineering Analysis

  A combined engineering design and finite element analysis
  Integration of CAD/CAM

• Applications of CAD Systems - Team Projects (entire semester)

Class/Laboratory Schedule:

Three two-hours lab session (the 3rd, 8th, and 10th week). There are two hours for each lab session.

Course Contributions:

The students are provided with the ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice, and the ability to function in multi-disciplinary teams, and the ability to design a system, component, or process to meet the desired needs.

Relationship of course to program objectives: This course provides senior undergraduate students with the basic and specialized engineering training in modern CAD systems. Through lecturing in the classroom and hands-on learning experience in the design and manufacturing laboratory, the students are expected to gain the knowledge and skills in the engineering design that are necessary for seeking fruitful emplyment opportunity. This course also serves an important role in supporting other senior design courses where using CAD systems to comlete course projects is required.

Important Dates:

First Day of Class:	August, 30th, 2000
Last Day Schedule Adjustment:	September 13,2000
Last day to Drop with a 'W':	November 8, 2000
Thanksgiving Recess:	Novemver 23-26, 2000
Last Day of Class:	December 12, 2000
Final Exam:	December 20, 2000 (2 pm - 4 pm)

Person who prepared this description and dates of preparation and modifications

Dr. Guangming Zhang August 24, 2000.