DFAB 107 Design for Subtractive Manufacturing introduces students to design criteria for a variety of 2D subtractive manufacturing processes. Students will gain additional skills in solid and parametric modeling as it pertains to subtractive manufacturing design criteria. Students will learn a variety of design techniques for subtractive technologies including 2D CNC milling, routing, and laser cutting.
Prerequisites: DFAB 104
Corequisite: DFAB 108
Accessibility Services Notice
Students who would like an academic accommodation and who have a documented disability should contact Accessibility Services, if they have not already done so.Course Details| Total number of weeks | 15 |
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| Total Credits | |
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| Total Hours | 105 |
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Typical hours per week breakdown| Lecture | 4.0 |
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| Lab (lab, field, computer) | 3.0 |
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Design standardized parts for laser cutting and for CNC milling
- Apply design for manufacturing (DfM) best practices
- Produce functional parts through fabrication and testing
- Apply a human-centred approach to design
- Prepare efficient and organized models, cut files, and toolpaths
Teaching and Learning Approach
A combination of theory-based lecture and context-based demonstration, with regular opportunity for hands-on
participation.Learning Resources
Required:
None.
Recommended:
TBD.Detailed Course Content, Topics, and Sequence Covered
1. Introduction to subtractive manufacturing Design for laser cutting Design for CNC 3-axis milling Tooling and material selection Furniture and signage design Post-processing and finishingAssessment
| Title | Learning Outcomes | Value |
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| Assignment 1 â€" Laser Etch Topographical | Map 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 | 10% |
| Assignment 2 â€" CNC Cutting Board | 1, 2, 4, 5, 7 | 30% |
| Assignment 3 â€" CNC Furniture | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 | 40% |
| Assignment 4 - Laser Industry Signage | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 | 20% |
| Total | 100% |
Grading Table
Standard Academic and Career Programs Grading Table
| Percentage |
Letter Grade |
GPA |
| 90-100 |
A+ |
4.33 |
| 85-89 |
A |
4.00 |
| 80-84 |
A- |
3.67 |
| 76-79 |
B+ |
3.33 |
| 72-75 |
B |
3.00 |
| 68-71 |
B- |
2.67 |
| 64-67 |
C+ |
2.33 |
| 60-63 |
C |
2.00 |
| 55-59 |
C- |
1.67 |
| 50-54 |
P |
1.00 |
| 0-49 |
F |
0.00 |
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DNW |
0.00 |
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Disclaimer
Information contained in this course outline is correct at the time of publication. Content of the course is revised on an ongoing basis to ensure relevance to changing educational, employment and market needs. The instructor will endeavor to provide notice of changes to students as soon as possible. The instructor reserves the right to add or delete material from courses.