AMFG 1320 - Intermediate SolidWorks

4.5 Credits

This course continues to focus on developing skills for the successful use of SolidWorks parametric software. Emphasis is on the mechanics of motion. Topics include the fundamental concepts of motion which include kinematics, work, energy, rotational motion, mass, gravity and momentum. Students analyze assemblies of moving parts in an effort to facilitate good product design.

Prerequisites: (1) AMFG 1210 must be completed prior to this course.

Lecture Hours: 4.5
Lab Hours: 0.0
Internship Hours: 0.0
Clinical or Practicum Hours: 0.0

Course Objectives
1. Practice assembly creation and analysis techniques.

2. Use solid models and analyze them with SolidWorks motion and dynamic analysis.

3. Transform solid models into dynamic models of entire assemblies used in vehicles and machinery.

4. Calculate and analyze values for velocities and accelerations, force and moment of assemblies during motion.

5. Complete simulations of multi-body assemblies in order to calculate loads, dynamic forces, energy and momentum in two and three dimensions.

6. Apply the kinematics of particle motion utilizing Cartesian, cylindrical, and path defined coordinate systems.

7. Apply the equation of motion, energy methods, and momentum conservation principles to demonstrate the kinetics of particle motion.

8. Utilize Cartesian and Cylindrical coordinate systems to manipulate the kinematics of rigid body motion.

9. Apply the equations of motion, energy methods, and momentum conservation for the kinetics of rigid body motion.

10. Create design documentation using CAD-based tools.

11. Communicate design ideas and problem solving methods through CAD models and drawings to peers, instructors, and future professional colleagues.

12. Practice teamwork concepts and skills.

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