Objectives of general skills

• Imagine, design, carry out and operate solutions (machines, equipment, processes, systems and units) to provide a solution to a complex problem by integrating needs, constraints, context and technical, economic, societal, ethical and environmental issues.
• Identify complex problems to be solved and develop the specifications by integrating needs, contexts and technical, economic, societal, ethical and environmental issues.
• Optimally design and calculate the dimensions of machinery, equipment, processes, systems or units, based on state of the art, a study or model, addressing the problem raised; evaluate them in light of various parameters of the specifications.
• Implement a chosen solution in the form of a drawing, a schema, a diagram or a plan that complies with standards, a model, a prototype, software and/or digital model
• Evaluate the approach and results for their adaptation or optimisation of the proposed solution.
• Mobilise a structured set of scientific knowledge and skills and specialised techniques in order to carry out mechanical engineering missions, using their expertise and adaptability.
• Master and appropriately mobilise knowledge, models, methods and techniques specific to mechanical engineering.
• Study a machine, equipment, system, method or device by critically selecting theories and methodological approaches, and taking into account multidisciplinary aspects.
• Identify and discuss possible applications of new and emerging technologies in the field of mechanical engineering.
• Assess the validity of models and results in view of the state of science and characteristics of the problem.
• Communicate and exchange information in a structured way - orally, graphically and in writing, in French and in one or more other languages - scientifically, culturally, technically and interpersonally, by adapting to the intended purpose and the relevant public.
• Argue to and persuade clients, colleagues, teachers and boards, both orally and in writing.
• Adopt a professional and responsible approach, showing an open and critical mind in an independent professional development process.
• Analyse their personal functioning and adapt their professional attitudes.
• Show an open and critical mind by bringing to light technical and non-technical issues of analysed problems and proposed solutions.
• Contribute by researching the innovative solution of a problem in engineering sciences.
• Construct a framework, formulate relevant hypotheses and propose appropriate solutions from the analysis of scientific literature, particularly in new or emerging disciplines.
• Design and implement investigations based on analytical, numerical and experimental approaches.
• Communicate, in writing and orally, on the approach and its results in highlighting both the scientific criteria of the research conducted and the theoretical and technical innovation potential, as well as possible non-technical issues.

UE's Learning outcomes

Select an appropriate manufacturing process for metal parts as well as for plastics or composites according to specifications.
Choose a suitable material for the manufacture of a part. 
Analyze the advantages and disadvantages associated with additive manufacturing. 
Take into account manufacturing constraints (cost, quality, schedule) when designing a product (“Design for manufacturing”). 
Understand the role of materials in manufacturing processes and the effect of processes on the mechanical properties of manufactured parts.   

The course supplements information given in the Manufacturing Processes 1 course that was strictly devoted to metal parts manufacturing processes. It gives an overview of advanced manufacturing techniques as well as manufacturing processes of products made of plastics or composite material.   

The course is given by academics who conduct research in the field of manufacturing technology and, in the same time, maintain close links with industrial companies, providing education to the forefront of technological and industrial requirements.

UE Content

Forming processes of plastics. Forming processes of composite materials. Powder metallurgy. 
Nontraditional machining processes (Electro discharge machining, Electrochemical machining, Chemical milling, Ultrasonic machining). 
High speed machining. 
Numerical control of machine tools. 
Additive manufacturing (3D printing). 
Adhesive bonding. 
Surface treatment and coating.

Prior experience

Fundamentals of physics.
Fundamentals of materials.
Technical drawing.
Basics of manufacturing processes.

Term 1 for Integrated Assessment - type

• N/A

Term 2 for Integrated Assessment - type

• Oral Examination

Term 3 for Integrated Assessment - type

• Oral examination

Resit Assessment for IT - Term 1 (B1BA1) - type

• N/A