ESD 035J - Engineering Design and Rapid Prototyping

Institution:

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Subject:

Description:

Develops initial competency in engineering design by taking a holistic view. Conceiving, designing, manufacturing and testing a system component such as a complex structural part. Activities include hand sketching, CAD modeling, CAE analysis, CAM programming, and operation of CNC machining equipment. Focuses on the complementary roles of human creativity as well as the design process itself. Designs are executed by pairs of students who enter their products in a design competition. Enrollment may be limited.

Credits:

2.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Prereq: 16.01, 16.02 or 2.001, 2.002 or permission of instructor

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

web.mit.edu/student/

Phone Number:

(617) 253-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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