An introduction to methods of transforming materials from raw to useful products including material responses, thermal and mechanical processing of metals, polymers, composite materials, and additive manufacturing techniques.

This course is designed to equip students with the ability to critically evaluate and select appropriate manufacturing processes based on a comprehensive understanding of materials, their properties, and processing techniques.

Emphasizing real-world applications, students will develop the skills to identify and solve complex engineering problems, apply principles of design with attention to societal and environmental factors, and communicate their findings effectively.

Through a combination of theoretical foundations and practical analysis, the course fosters a deep understanding of materials behavior, manufacturing methods—including casting, forming, machining, polymer composite processing, and additive manufacturing—and encourages the integration of new knowledge using strategic learning approaches.

Textbooks:

Fundamentals of Modern Manufacturing Materials Processes and Systems 4th Edition, M.P. Groover

Material Engineering Technology, Sixth Edition, Serope Kalpakjian

Machining Technology Machine Tools and Operations, H A Yousf Composite Materials Design and Applications, Third Edition, Daniel Gay

Required readings and articles will be linked in weekly content modules or available through the Library Resources tab on the course site.

Syllabus (PDF)