2024/25 Taught Postgraduate Module Catalogue

MECH5775M Advanced Manufacturing

15 creditsClass Size: 120

Module manager: Dr Jaemin Lee
Email: J.Lee2@leeds.ac.uk

Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) View Timetable

Year running 2024/25

Pre-requisite qualifications

Bachelor degree in Science,
Engineering or equivalent.

This module is not approved as an Elective

Module summary

This module will introduce students to traditional and new innovative manufacturing processes and assembly techniques that are commercially available. It will also cover the latest developments in this rapidly evolving field including elements of research

Objectives

On completion of this module students will acquire a comprehensive understanding of the scientific principles of manufacturing/assembly techniques and processes and an ability to arrive at an improved design for an engineering system that satisfies given requirements.

Having completed the module students will be able to formulate a design for manufacture; select, compare, contrast, understand limitations and apply appropriate methods and computer software for solving such problems and critically interpret the obtained results.

Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the module students will have demonstrated the following learning outcomes :

General learning outcomes (UK-SPEC):
1. The ability to apply new concepts and methods in the context of design for manufacture.

Specific learning outcomes (UK-SPEC) underpinning Science & Mathematics
2. Knowledge and understanding of computational methods relevant to process modelling for a wide range of manufacturing processes e.g. use of modelling software to create 3D designs.

Engineering Analysis:
3. Study, investigate and critically evaluate alternative manufacturing solutions/platforms.

Design:
4. Critically assess design and manufacture elements in advanced manufacturing processes.
5. Broader knowledge and understanding of design improvement aims and techniques for a chosen engineering system.

Engineering Practice:
6. A thorough understanding of current practice and critically evaluate its limitations.
7. Practical laboratory and workshop skills such as using basic tools, materials and equipment.
8. Identifying resources and planning suitable approaches to solve problems.

Upon successful completion of this module the following Engineering Council Accreditation of Higher Education Programmes (AHEP) learning outcome descriptors (fourth edition) are satisfied:
9. Apply a comprehensive knowledge of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles to the solution of complex problems. Much of the knowledge will be at the forefront of the particular subject of study and informed by a critical awareness of new developments and the wider context of engineering. (M1)
10. Design solutions for complex problems that evidence some originality and meet a combination of societal, user, business and customer needs as appropriate. This will involve consideration of applicable health and safety, diversity, inclusion, cultural, societal, environmental and commercial matters, codes of practice and industry standards. (M5)
11. Evaluate the environmental and societal impact of solutions to complex problems (to include the entire life-cycle of a product or process) and minimise adverse impacts. (M7)

Skills Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of the module students will have demonstrated the following skills:

Workshop practice, Design for manufacture

Syllabus

1. Introduction to advanced manufacturing technologies.
2. Concurrent engineering and the software environment that supports it.
3. Computer-integrated manufacture and industrial informatics.
4. Rapid prototyping and rapid tooling.
5. Emerging areas in research and industry:
6. Robotics and automation
7. 3D scanning and digital twin
8. Laser technology
9. Health technology
10. Energy and sustainability
11. Space and aerospace

12. Formative, Subtractive, and Additive manufacturing techniques:
13. CNC machining
14. Powder metallurgy (hot isostatic pressing)
15. Sheet forming (rolling, deep drawing)
16. Bulk forming (closed die forging and bi-metallic forming)
17. Casting
18. Additive manufacturing (7 categories by ISO ASTM)
19. Laser manufacturing technology
20. Laser micro-machining technology
21. Advanced materials and processes (polymers, metals, ceramics and composites).
22. Industrial applications of manufacturing technologies for aerospace (turbomachinery), automotive, and medical engineering

Methods of Assessment

We are currently refreshing our modules to make sure students have the best possible experience. Full assessment details for this module are not available before the start of the academic year, at which time details of the assessment(s) will be provided.

Assessment for this module will consist of:

2 x Practical Report
1 x Exam

Teaching methods

Delivery type	Number	Length hours	Student hours
Practicals	2	3.00	6.00
Lecture	22	1.00	22.00
Seminar	5	1.00	5.00
Private study hours			117.00
Total Contact hours			33.00
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits)			150.00

Opportunities for Formative Feedback

Feedback given to students in response to assessed work:

- Individual feedback on practical lab work.

- Developmental feedback generated through teaching activities:

- Laboratory interaction with technicians / demonstrators / academics

- Students undergo process demonstrations, part handling and set up parts for manufacture.

- Students use tutorial based software training using industry leading software and have parts produced on table-top 3D printers.

Reading list

The reading list is available from the Library website

Last updated: 13/09/2024

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