Official NUC CCMAS syllabus

MEE 301 — Computer-Aided Design and Manufacture

3 units · MEE department course · Nigerian universities

What you'll be able to do (official learning outcomes)

• visualise and apply basic drafting fundamentals
• prepare and edit engineering drawings
• explain the concepts and underlying theory of modelling and the usage of models in different engineering applications
• compare the different types of modelling techniques and explain the central role solid models play in the successful completion of CAD/CAM-based product development
• produce CAD drawings (create accurate and precise geometry of complex engineering systems and use the geometric models in different engineering applications)
• use and assess commercial CAD/CAM tools efficiently, effectively and intelligently in selected engineering applications
• take active role in product design and development process as well as prototyping
• model 3D part and assemblies using SolidWorks program (or alternative CAD software)

Course contents

Introduction to computer aided design (CAD). Basic data structuring technique. Computer graphics. Geometric transformation techniques. Mathematical bases for surface modeling: curves, surfaces and solids. Principles of solid modeling and application. CAD software. Introduction to CAM: Relation between production volume and flexibility. Various manufacturing systems – batch, mass, group, cellular and flexible manufacturing systems. Type of automation and benefits of soft or flexible automation. Automation in material handling and assembly. CNC machines: Introduction, classification, design and control features including interpolations. Numerical control and NC part-programming. Introduction to Robotics: Definitions, motivation, historical development. Basic structure, classification, workspace, drives, controls, sensors, grippers, specifications. Manual CNC programming (milling and turning). Basic and advanced CAD/CAM for CNC (milling and turning). Group project assignment. 400 Level GET 402 Engineering Project I (2 Units: C; PH 90) Learning Outcomes At the end of this course, the students should be able to: 1. Complete the design phase of a complex engineering problem sourced from industry or community during the SIWES III programme. 2. Demonstrate the connection between engineering product-making and the theoretical courses they have learned following the applicable industry b

Source: the Nigerian Universities Commission (NUC) Core Curriculum and Minimum Academic Standards (CCMAS). StudyOps loads this syllabus automatically when you study MEE 301.

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