MEC 295 - Design for Manufacturing Capstone 2

 
Description
This course is the second in a two-course capstone sequence where students continue their collaboration with an industry partner to refine and deliver a functional prototype or design solution. Building on the work completed in Capstone 1, students iterate on designs, incorporate feedback and apply advanced fabrication and testing methods. Emphasis is placed on delivering a professional-quality prototype, documenting processes and presenting results to both academic and industry audiences.

1. Refine design concepts based on testing and partner feedback.
2. Apply advanced digital fabrication and manufacturing processes to build functional prototypes.
3. Conduct performance testing and evaluate prototypes against design requirements.
4. Analyze cost, manufacturability and scalability of proposed solutions.
5. Collaborate with team members to meet project milestones and deadlines.
6. Prepare professional documentation including design specifications, test data and cost analyses.
7. Present final results and deliverables to an industry partner and academic evaluators.

1. Review and refinement of Capstone 1 concepts
2. Advanced computer-aided design (CAD)/computer-assisted manufacturing (CAM) workflows for detailed design
3. Iterative prototyping and design improvements
4. Materials selection and optimization for manufacturability
5. Performance testing and evaluation methods
6. Cost analysis and production considerations
7. Documentation of design specifications and processes
8. Professional reporting and presentation skills
9. Collaboration and project management in a manufacturing context
10. Final project delivery and presentation to industry partner

• Communication
• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving

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