Product Production Systems

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This course is an advanced study of the relationship of materials, fixtures, and special tooling/machining operations as they relate to applications of machine shop production of precise parts, dies, and mold components. Theories on the use of coolants and specialty inserts will be presented. Students will gain foundational knowledge of castings, weldments, tool coatings, and manufacturing methods that are becoming part of emerging technology. This course includes a study of the principles of blanking and/or piercing dies; die life; punches; die block construction; strippers and stock guides; stock material utilization; strip layouts; and die sets. Foundations of mold construction will be covered. Students will apply biblical and ethical principles to product production systems where applicable.