CAD Drafting & Tool Design Technology

Ferris State University
Big Rapids, Michigan, United States

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Course Description:

'' The CAD Drafting and Tool Design program concentrates on the use of CAD in product drawing, dies (metal stamping), molds (plastic processes) and jig, fixture and gauge design. Students are involved with computers throughout the program to familiarize them with CAD software and applications such as detailing, GD & T, general tolerancing, wire frame, surfacing, solid modeling with parametric technology and Rapid Prototyping. Computer-aided engineering software for mold design and mechanical applications are also used. Student solid models are processed and created on our Rapid Prototyping equipment.

Tool design is critical to the manufacturing industry. Tooling is the foundation for product design and the manufacturing industry. Students learn to design and detail basic tooling requirements for the manufacture of products. Consideration for safety of the design and manufacturing processes are also emphasized. Students also gain an understanding of the related areas of mathematics, materials and machining.

Prepare for a Great Career
Converting an abstract idea into a working design is the job of the drafter and tool designer. The drafter/designer may be involved in drawing one of many parts of a complete assembly, then designing the tooling-jigs, fixtures, gauges, dies, injection molds and special machines-to produce one or all of those parts.

For the drafter/tool designer, creativity and attention to detail are essential in production of such diverse products as automotive and aircraft components, consumer products, medical products, electronics, food processing and special machinery.

Graduates of the program find immediate employment as computer-aided tool detailers, product drafters, entry-level tool designers, CAD operators and other technical-related positions. Many students choose to continue into B.S. programs such as Product Design Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Plastics Engineering Technology, Business Management or Occupational (Teacher) Education.

Admission Requirements
Admission to the College of Technology is open to high school graduates who demonstrate academic preparedness, maturity and seriousness of purpose with backgrounds appropriate to their chosen program of studies. Among first-time students in our technical programs, the average high school GPA is 2.8, and the average ACT composite score is 20.

Students entering the CAD Drafting and Tool Design Technology program should have a background in CAD and a desire to develop tool design skills. Admission is open to high school graduates with a minimum 2.0 GPA and a minimum ACT math subscore of 15 (19 recommended).

Graduation Requirements
The CAD Drafting and Tool Design Technology program at Ferris leads to an associate in applied science degree. Graduation requires a minimum 2.0 GPA in core classes, in the major and overall. Students must complete all general education requirements as outlined on the General Education website. ...''

Elements of this syllabus are subject to change.

Phone:800 4-FERRIS

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1201 S. State Street, Big Rapids, Michigan 49307, USA

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