DRAF 220 - Plastic Part Design

Institution:

Vincennes University

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Description:

Prerequisite: DRAF 155 or MTIM 165. This course provides a fundamental overview of plastic part design for the process of injection molding. Emphasis is placed on plastic part design and material selection to aid in the development of a plastic part that is functional, manufacturable, and aesthetically pleasing. Topics will include appropriate material selection, functional design considerations (draft, wall thickness, textures, sinks, knit lines, etc.), assembly techniques and manufacturing considerations. Similar processes such as blow molding, extrusion, thermoforming and diecasting will also be discussed. 2 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

vinu.edu/

Phone Number:

(812) 888-8888

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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