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Credit points: 6.00
Coordinator: Assoc. Prof. E. J. A. Armarego
Contact: 13 hours of lectures and 26 hours of project/practice classes
Timetable: Second semester
Objectives:
Upon completion students should:
- be able to apply the theory of machine tool operation as a means of developing understanding of the value of tool science as an aid to improved design
- have skill in integrating the machine tool in advanced manufacturing processes
Content:
Advanced aspects of design, specification and manufacturing methods of cutting tools. Cutting tool materials and surface coatings. Chip control, tool performance and machinability data and data banks. Tool selection. Process planning, optimisation strategies and CAD/CAM software
Assessment:
Assignments and project work to a maximum of 10,000 words, or equivalent; a test during the semester.
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Handbook 1996 : Faculty of Engineering (Volume 4 page 117)
Status: Official 1996 Date created: Oct 9 1995 Last modified: Oct 9 1995 Authorised by: Academic Registrar Email enquiries: Course_Information@registrar.unimelb.edu.au
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