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Manufacturing & Material Science for Smart Products

Niveau

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Learning outcomes of the courses/module

The graduate / the student:
•gain understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes in product development
•able to select appropriate materials for different product applications
•understand how material science influences product design and manufacturing
•explore sustainable manufacturing practices and how to incorporate eco-friendly materials and processes into product development
•be introduced to manufacturing technologies such as additive manufacturing (3D printing), nanotechnology, and smart materials
•gain skills in cost-benefit analyses of manufacturing processes and material choices
•learn about quality control measures and testing protocols

Prerequisites for the course

none

Course content

• Understanding Manufacturing Processes and Assembly Techniques
• Material Selection and Application
• Integration of Material Science in Design
• Sustainability in Manufacturing
• Innovative Manufacturing Technologies
• Cost Analysis and Efficiency
• Quality Control and Testing

Recommended specialist literature

Runco M. A.; Creativity : Theories and Themes: Research, Development, and Practice; Amsterdam; 2007
Wypych G.; Handbook of Polymers for Electronics; 2021
Edwards P.; Manufacturing Technology in the Electronics Industry; 2021
Proes F.W.; Additive Manufacturing of Mechatronic Integrated Devices; 2022

Assessment methods and criteria

written exam

Language

English

Number of ECTS credits awarded

5

Share of e-learning in %

30

Semester hours per week

2.5

Planned teaching and learning method

Lecture, group work, presentation and discussion of tasks

Semester/trimester in which the course/module is offered

3

Name of lecturer

Prof (FH) Dr. Christian Schmid

Academic year

Key figure of the course/module

PDE.7

Type of course/module

integrated lecture

Type of course

Compulsory

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