Hydraulics and Pneumatics is the modern means of power transmission. Students will review component design and function to solve problems, and they will be exposed to valves, pumps, circuits and hydraulic system troubleshooting.
Statistical methods are learned for the advancement of quality and productivity. Students will be introduced to proper measurement, control charting, and process capability studies. Information includes simple metrology concepts and basic geometric dimensions and tolerance.
Foundation for understanding the plastics injection-molding manufacturing process is provided. This course will cover the molding cycle, basic components of an injection molding machine, melt flow theory, materials, and basic troubleshooting.
Principles of supervision will help the student understand the role and responsibilities in supervision along with strengthening the values and skills related to key supervisory functions. This course is recommended for old, new and aspiring supervisors.
Extensive coverage of polymeric materials, plastic design and text methodology are tackled in this course. This course will cover material properties, characteristics and application for injection and molded thermoplastic resins.
A basic concept of blueprint reading is introduced in this course and teaches the types of lines, angles, and views of a drawing. It also covers the topic of dimensioning circles, holes, arcs, and threads and gives emphasis on understanding how to interpret a blueprint. Students will apply their new knowledge by drawing out a blueprint.
Introduction to mold design teaches students the fundamental principles of cavity design, ejection systems, material feed systems, mold actions, parting surfaces, cavity and core steel selections, insulated runner, and hot runner molds. This is where interrelation of plastics material processing, mold design and construction, and product design and function are being examined.
The course in commodity thermoplastics serves as an introductory course to the history, definitions and terminology, classification, raw materials, testing-characterization of typical physical properties, methods of manufacturing, and end-uses of polymeric materials system.
Engineering thermoplastics is a continuation of Commodity Thermoplastics. It emphasizes engineering thermoplastics, nylons and acetals, polycarbonates, polysulfones, acrylics and cellulosics, modified PPE, polyamides, PPS, PEI and LCP's copolymers, alloys and blends.
As plastic processing is a complex multi-variant production, this should have intense precision to guarantee performance in the maximum level. This course covers scientific methodology to optimize productivity without sacrificing the quality. Experiments will be done by students to test their skills and knowledge.