Developing an Advanced Manufacturing Course for Mechanical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering Technology BS Programs

This paper discusses the development of a contemporary advanced manufacturing course to be offered into the B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) and the B.S. in Mechanical Engineering Technology (BSMET) programs to meet the needs of Northeast Indiana industry.Details will be provided on the curriculum design, indicating how this new course will provide students with basic understanding on applications of contemporary machining processes, including hands-on activities.Also, implications on mechanical design aspects will be addressed to broaden students' perspectives on processes and optimization.