DFAB 106 Additive Manufacturing I develops student knowledge and skills gained in DFAB 111 related to standard operating and maintenance procedures for additive manufacturing machines, process, and workflows, including safe operation of all systems. Students will receive hands-on training on a variety of additive manufacturing technologies including stereolithography (SLA) and fused deposition modeling (FDM) machines using plastics and plastic alternatives.
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 | 12 |
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| Total Credits | |
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| Total Hours | 30 |
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Typical hours per week breakdown| Lecture | 1.25 |
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| Lab (lab, field, computer) | 1.25 |
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Operate and maintain machines using standard procedures
- Describe various methods and applications of additive manufacturing
- Calculate operating, design, and fabrication costs
- Identify and troubleshoot problems on machines
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 |
See the Academic Calendar for General Information including how to withdraw from course(s) and other regulations.
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.