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MCAE 400 - Design Methods

Institution:
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
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Description:
This course is designed to provide a mechanical design experience, moving from general product ideas to completed product. The course is structured around a series of design experiences, moving from user descriptions through design documents, actual design and simulation, user-acceptance, production plans, and final delivery. Students will learn about the different phases of the design process, how to select materials for a project, differences between developing a prototype versus preparing for efficient mass-production, how test and verify the component complies with its design specifications.
Credits:
4.00
Credit Hours:
Prerequisites:
MCAE 300 (Grade of C or Higher) and MATH 322 (Grade of C or Higher)
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Instructional Type:
Lecture
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Phone Number:
(717) 477-7447
Regional Accreditation:
Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools
Calendar System:
Semester

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