ENT 144◊ Sheet Metal Fabrication

3 credits

Introduction to sheet metal fabrication and its application to engineered products, from multi-purpose receptacles to supporting members in a robotic arm assembly. Topics include types of metal stock used, pattern drafting and layout (from 3D to 2D), related mathematics, related measuring and quality control standards, various related marking and cutting tools and metal processes. (formerly ACR, Sheet Metal Practices I)

Prerequisite: ENT 110◊ or concurrent enrollment

Lecture: 2 hours

Laboratory: 2 hours

(course fee required)