MFE 440 - Plastics Injection Molding and Tooling (4)

Theory and practical applications related to Plastics Injection processing and related tooling requirements in the processing of polymeric materials. Modern methods are explored with emphasis on the engineering principles to the production of marketable products. Topics include: Polymeric materials and properties, properties related to injection molding, equipment, process, plastic part design, tooling design and construction. Independent study as per designed course plan with the use of interactive training software and text. Consent of instructor is required and will be based on an interview with the student to assess ability to work independently and successfully complete the course as well as background knowledge. This knowledge can be obtained from previous coursework that includes materials and/or manufacturing processes. Example classes include but are not limited to MFE 217/217L , ETT 217/L, MFE 230/230L, MFE 201/201L, MFE 438/438L, MTE 204, and ME 315. Student work experience in the field will also be considered.