Infusing innovation into a manufacturing engineering course
by Young B. Moon
International Journal of Innovation and Learning (IJIL), Vol. 7, No. 1, 2010

Abstract: Manufacturing processes are essential components to realise any innovative ideas for new products. Yet, typical ways of teaching manufacturing processes are microscopic, separate from the context under which they are employed. The paper presents the teaching of manufacturing processes through a systems approach. Particularly, a semester-long project of developing new products provides a realistic context for the application of manufacturing processes. At the conclusion of the course, students present detailed product specifications and manufacturing processes along with physical prototypes. Creativity and innovative thinking are encouraged throughout the project.

Online publication date: Mon, 30-Nov-2009

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