Produção Assistida por Computador

One of the main objectives is to familiarize and transmit knowledge to the students concerning enabling technologies for computer assisted production, establishing the links between the design of the product, the process plan and manufacturing, programming the production equipments.

The central focus is the NC programming of the machine-tools using CAD/CAM systems, namelly SolidCAM and SolidWorks CAM, integrated into Solidworks. The students will develop a project involving a design and development of a product, followed by the preparation of the process plans to manufacture it.

Knowledge

At the end of this path, the student should demonstrate a fluent knowledge of:

- Fundamental principles of Integrated Product Development (IPD)
- CNC Programming Systems
- Engineering calculations
- Team working organization

DO

- Ability to evaluate and select technical solutions for maufacturing
- Project development involving CNC machining
- Team work management

Soft skills

- Team working
- Time management
- Writing skills
- Presentation skills
- Critical thinking skills