Mechanical & Industrial Engrg 608 - Adv Manufacturing of Polymers

Covers fundamental topics in advanced manufacturing processes. Includes polymer extrusion, thermoforming, polymer-on-polymer stamping, injection molding, 3D printing, chemical vapor deposition, sputter coating and deposition, micro and nanomanufacturing. Emphasizes on fundamental principles of polymer manufacturing processes, selection of materials relative to product design and manufacturing processes, and design for manufacturability. Explores recent advances in polymer manufacturing from macro to nano scale. Develops an understanding of how advanced manufacturing can change the way we prototype and produce innovative products on a large scale and low cost.

Open to graduate Mechanical Engineering majors. Pre Req: M&I-ENG 201 Instructor permission is otherwise required to be enrolled.