EED 110: Material Science and Fabrication Techniques

 

CATALOG DATA

Provides an overview of the many types of materials currently used in the entertainment industry; the science of these materials; fabrication methods using these materials; and hands-on experience with these materials and techniques.

 

PREREQUISITES AND/OR COREQUISITES

Corequisites: EED 100.

Prerequisites: MATH 127 or MATH 128 or higher, or SAT math score of 630 or higher or ACT math score of 28 or higher.  MATH 127 or MATH 128 must be completed with a grade of C or better.

 

CREDITS-CONTACT HRS:

3 Credits

 

RELEVANT TEXTBOOK(s)

None

 

COURSE COORDINATOR

Michael Genova

 

COURSE INSTRUCTORS

Michael Genova

 

COURSE TOPICS

·         Fundamental properties of materials used in the entertainment industry

·         Fabrication techniques

·         Hand and power tools

·         Safety practices in workshop

 

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES [University Undergraduate Learning Outcomes]

Upon completion of the course, students should be able to:

1.      Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the fundamental properties of materials used in the entertainment industry. (1, 7, 8, 9)[2]

2.      Achieve success mastering foundational fabrication techniques though applied persistence, motivation, interpersonal communications, leadership, goal setting, resource management, and time management. (1, 7, 9)[2]

3.      Identify problems, articulate questions, and use various forms of research and reasoning to guide the collection, analysis, and use of information related to these problems. (1, 7, 9)[2]

4.      Collaborate effectively with others to share information, solve problems, and complete tasks. (5)[3]

5.      Evaluate and report on conclusions, including discussing the basis for and strength of findings, and identifying areas where further inquiry is needed. (5)[3]

6.      Demonstrate safe shop working practices when using hand and power tools. (1, 7)[1]

 

COMPUTER USAGE/TOOLS

1.  Safety Glasses or Goggles - ANSI Z87.1 2010 rated

2.  Tape Measure - 16’-25’ in length, 1” wide, graduated in Feet  and  Inches

3.  12” Combination Square • Utility Knife (blades will be provided)

4.  6” Compass (must be lockable) • Protractor (6” minimum)

5.  Drill Index for High-Speed Steel (1/16” to 3/8”)

6.  Pen  and/or Pencil

7.  Hair Ties for those with longer hair

8.  Tool Box or Bag to contain these tools

9.  1 Journal

 

GRADING

 

#1 - Zen Paper (10%), #2 - Foam Core Cube (10%), #3 - Plywood Enclosure (10%), #4 - Sheet Metal Enclosure (10%), #5 - Toolbox       (10%), #6 - Photo Phinish (20%), Exercising Proper Safety Practices in the Shop (10%), Participation in Project Critique Sessions       (10%), Written Project Notebook/Journal (10%)

 

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

1.   an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics

2.   an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors

3.   an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences

4.   an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts

5.   an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives

6.   an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions

7.   an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

8.   an understanding of aesthetics in relation to engineering design

9.   knowledge of the processes and methods used for the creation of the arts

 

University Undergraduate Learning Outcomes

1.      Intellectual Breadth and Lifelong Learning

2.      Inquiry and Critical Thinking

3.      Communication

4.      Global/Multicultural Knowledge and Awareness

5.     Citizenship and Ethics

 

COURSE PREPARER AND DATE OF PREPARATION

Michael Genova, Wednesday, February 14, 2018