Course Title: Computer Integrated Manufacturing

Part A: Course Overview

Course Title: Computer Integrated Manufacturing

Credit Points: 12.00

Terms

Course Code

Campus

Career

School

Learning Mode

Teaching Period(s)

MANU1418

Bundoora Campus

Undergraduate

115H Aerospace, Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering

Face-to-Face

Sem 2 2006,
Sem 1 2007,
Sem 1 2008,
Sem 1 2009,
Sem 1 2011,
Sem 1 2012,
Sem 1 2013,
Sem 1 2014,
Sem 1 2015,
Sem 1 2016

MANU1418

Bundoora Campus

Undergraduate

172H School of Engineering

Face-to-Face

Sem 1 2017,
Sem 1 2018,
Sem 1 2019,
Sem 1 2020,
Sem 1 2021,
Sem 1 2022,
Sem 1 2023,
Sem 1 2024

MANU2474

RMIT University Vietnam

Undergraduate

172H School of Engineering

Face-to-Face

Viet2 2019,
Viet1 2020,
Viet2 2021

Course Coordinator: Prof Songlin Ding

Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 9925 6198

Course Coordinator Email: songlin.ding@rmit.edu.au

Course Coordinator Location: 251.03.19

Course Coordinator Availability: Email for appointment


Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

None. 


Course Description

This course provides in-depth coverage of Computer Integrated Manufacturing. It contains a high proportion of hands-on study, particularly in the areas of Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM), and Computer Numerical Control (CNC). Apart from the key area of CAD/CAM and CNC it includes studies of Concurrent Engineering, Group Technology, Computer Aided Process Planning and Flexible Manufacturing Systems. You will work in computer labs and workshops to complete group projects by using knowledge gained from a wide range of other subjects previously or concurrently studied which include mechanical design, process planning, CNC tool path generation, and CNC machine tool operation.

If you are enrolled in this course as a component of your Bachelor Honours Program, your overall mark will contribute to the calculation of the weighted average mark (WAM).  

See the WAM information web page for more information. 


Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development

This course contributes to the following Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) for:
BH068P23 Bachelor of Engineering (Advanced Manufacturing & Mechatronics) (Honours)
BH073P23 Bachelor of Engineering (Electronic and Computer Systems Engineering) (Honours)
BH076P23 Bachelor of Engineering (Sustainable Systems Engineering) (Honours)
BH086AMH23 Bachelor of Engineering (Advanced Manufacturing & Mechatronics) (Honours) / Bachelor of Business
BH091CNH23 Bachelor of Engineering (Computer and Network Engineering) / Bachelor of Computer Science
BH111ECH23 Bachelor of Engineering (Electronic and Computer Systems Engineering) (Honours) / Bachelor of Business

PLO 1: Demonstrate an in-depth understanding and knowledge of fundamental engineering and scientific theories, principles and concepts and apply advanced technical knowledge in specialist domain of engineering.
PLO 2: Utilise mathematics and engineering fundamentals, software, tools and techniques to design engineering systems for complex engineering challenges.
PLO 4: Apply systematic problem solving, design methods and information and project management to propose and implement creative and sustainable solutions with intellectual independence and cultural sensitivity. 
PLO 5: Communicate respectfully and effectively with diverse audiences, employing a range of communication methods, practising professional and ethical conduct.
PLO 6: Develop and demonstrate the capacity for autonomy, agility and reflection of own learning, career and professional development and conduct.
PLO 7: Collaborate and contribute as an effective team member in diverse, multi-level, multi-disciplinary teams, with commitment to First Nations peoples and globally inclusive perspectives and participation.

This course contributes to the following Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) for:
BH068 Bachelor of Engineering (Advanced Manufacturing & Mechatronics) (Honours)
BH070 Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) (Honours)BH074 Bachelor of Engineering (Automotive Engineering) (Honours)
BH078 Bachelor of Engineering (Aerospace Engineering) (Honours)
BH082AEHDD Bachelor of Engineering (Aerospace Engineering) (Honours) / Bachelor of Business (Management)
BH084AEHDD Bachelor of Engineering (Automotive Engineering) (Honours) / Bachelor of Business (Management)
BH086AMHDD Bachelor of Engineering (Advanced Manufacturing & Mechatronics) (Honours) / Bachelor of Business (International Business)
BH089MEHDD Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) (Honours) / Bachelor of Business (Management)
BH090MEHDD Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) (Honours) / Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)
BH093MEHDD Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) (Honours) / Bachelor of Industrial Design (Honours)
BH118AEHDD Bachelor of Engineering (Automotive Engineering) (Honours) / Bachelor of Industrial Design (Honours)

1 Knowledge and Skill Base
1.3. In-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline.
1.6. Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the specific discipline.
2 Engineering Application Ability 
2.1. Application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving.
2.2. Fluent application of engineering techniques, tools and resources.
3 Professional and Personal Attributes
3.2. Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.
3.6. Effective team membership and team leadership. 

For more information on the program learning outcomes for your program, please see the program guide.


Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

  1. Relate concepts and components of computer integrated manufacturing (CIM) and computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) to practical challenges
  2. Demonstrate the knowledge of computer numerical control (CNC) and CNC programming
  3. Use commercial CAD/CAM software to process product models
  4. Demonstrate the knowledge of the operation of CNC machines.


Overview of Learning Activities

You will be actively engaged in a range of learning activities such as pre-recorded lectures, tutorials and practical lab sessions in the Computer Laboratory and the Advanced Manufacturing Laboratory. Delivery may be face to face, online or a mix of both. 

You will be working in teams on practical projects which involve both design and manufacturing processes. Team members will submit 2 - 3 progress reports and the team will present one project report. The final outcome of the project will be parts machined by the students on CNC machine tools.

You are encouraged to be proactive and self-directed in your learning, asking questions of your lecturer and/or peers and seeking out information as required, especially from the numerous sources available through the RMIT library, and through links and material specific to this course that is available through myRMIT Studies Course


Overview of Learning Resources

RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through myRMIT Studies Course

There are services available to support your learning through the University Library. The Library provides guides on academic referencing and subject specialist help as well as a range of study support services. For further information, please visit the Library page on the RMIT University website and the myRMIT student portal.


Overview of Assessment

This course has no hurdle requirements.

Assessment Tasks

The assessment tasks are in one of two schedules: A or B. You will be advised at the start of the teaching period which of the schedules apply for any given teaching period and location.

Schedule A (Melbourne offering MANU1418)

Assessment Task 1 - Assignment
Weighting: 45%
This assessment task supports CLOs: 1 & 3

Assessment Task 2 - Lab Report
Weighting: 30%
This assessment task supports CLOs: 2 & 4

Assessment Task 3 - Research Project and Presentation
Weighting: 25%
This assessment task supports CLOs: 1, 2, 3 & 4

Schedule B (Vietnam offering MANU2474)

Assignment 1 - In class Problem Solving Activity 
Weighting 10%
This assessment task supports CLOs 1-3

Assignment 2 - Lab 1
Weighting 20%
This assessment task supports CLOs 1-3

Assignment 3 - Lab 2
Weighting 20%
This assessment task supports CLOs 1-3

Assignment 4 - Lab 3
Weighting 30%
This assessment task supports CLOs 1-4

Assignment 5 - In class problem solving activity 
Weighting 20%
This assessment task supports CLOs 1-4

If you have a long-term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.