MANF 426 - Prototyping

Credits: 3
Variable Credit Course: No

Lecture Hours: 11
Lab Hours: 44
Worksite/Clinical Hours: 0
Other Hours (LIA/Internships): 0

Course Description: Explore and implement several iterations of the product design to confirm functionality, customer satisfaction, and manufacturability. Start with feasibility studies; then, move to visual and functional prototypes. The culminating project runs the alpha prototype through the Product Validation process.

Prerequisite: BASPD Director permission.
Meets FQE Requirement: No
Integrative Experience Requirement: No

Student Learning Outcomes

Produce physical models for analysis using appropriate modeling tools.
Interpret CAD data through finite element analysis.
Determine validity of a design concept as it relates to product design and market needs.
PROGRAM OUTCOME: Implement various strategies for concept testing of a new product prototype in an industrial environment.

Course Contents

Physical prototypes.
Analytical prototypes.
Comprehensive prototypes.
Focused prototypes.

Instructional Units: 4