ECTS - Theory of Metal Cutting
Theory of Metal Cutting (MFGE541) Course Detail
| Course Name | Course Code | Season | Lecture Hours | Application Hours | Lab Hours | Credit | ECTS |
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| Theory of Metal Cutting | MFGE541 | Area Elective | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 5 |
| Pre-requisite Course(s) |
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| N/A |
| Course Language | English |
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| Course Type | Elective Courses |
| Course Level | Natural & Applied Sciences Master's Degree |
| Mode of Delivery | Face To Face |
| Learning and Teaching Strategies | Lecture, Demonstration, Drill and Practice, Problem Solving. |
| Course Lecturer(s) |
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| Course Objectives | The objective of this course is to introduce advanced topics in metal cutting theory. This approach will be employed to analyze mechanics of cutting, economy in cutting, alternative methods to cutting technology. Also, chip control and machine vibrations will be an within the scope. The course will also cover the computer aided manufacturing and design for machining. |
| Course Learning Outcomes |
The students who succeeded in this course;
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| Course Content | Introduction, machine tools and machining operations ?turning, drilling and milling, abrasive machining, mechanics of metal cutting; tool life and tool wear, economics of metal cutting operations, chip control, machine tool vibrations, grinding. |
Weekly Subjects and Releated Preparation Studies
| Week | Subjects | Preparation |
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| 1 | Introduction; machine tools and machining operations | |
| 2 | Introduction; machine tools and machining operations | |
| 3 | Mechanics of metal cutting | |
| 4 | Mechanics of metal cutting | |
| 5 | Temperatures in metal cutting | |
| 6 | Tool life and tool wear | |
| 7 | Cutting fluids; surface integrity | |
| 8 | Economics of Metal Cutting Operations | |
| 9 | Geometry and materials of cutting tools | |
| 10 | Chip Control | |
| 11 | Machine tool vibrations | |
| 12 | Grinding | |
| 13 | Presentations and discussions on project reports | |
| 14 | Presentations and discussions on project reports | |
| 15 | Final Examination Period | |
| 16 | Final Examination Period |
Sources
| Course Book | 1. Boothroyd, G., Knight, W. A., Fundamentals of Machining and Machine Tools, 2nd Edition, Marcel Dekker, Inc., New York, 1985. |
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| Other Sources | 2. Altıntaş, Yusuf, “Manufacturing Automation Metal Cutting Mechanics, Machine Tool Vibrations, and CNC Design”, Cambridge University Press, 2000 |
| 3. Tlusty, George, “Manufacturing Processes and Equipment”, Prentice Hall, 1999 |
Evaluation System
| Requirements | Number | Percentage of Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Attendance/Participation | 1 | 10 |
| Laboratory | - | - |
| Application | - | - |
| Field Work | - | - |
| Special Course Internship | - | - |
| Quizzes/Studio Critics | - | - |
| Homework Assignments | 2 | 10 |
| Presentation | - | - |
| Project | 1 | 30 |
| Report | - | - |
| Seminar | - | - |
| Midterms Exams/Midterms Jury | 1 | 25 |
| Final Exam/Final Jury | 1 | 25 |
| Toplam | 6 | 100 |
| Percentage of Semester Work | 75 |
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| Percentage of Final Work | 25 |
| Total | 100 |
Course Category
| Core Courses | |
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| Major Area Courses | X |
| Supportive Courses | |
| Media and Managment Skills Courses | |
| Transferable Skill Courses |
The Relation Between Course Learning Competencies and Program Qualifications
| # | Program Qualifications / Competencies | Level of Contribution | ||||
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| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
| 1 | Gains the ability to apply advanced computational and/or manufacturing technology knowledge to solve manufacturing engineering problems. | X | ||||
| 2 | Develops the ability to analyze and define issues related to manufacturing technologies. | X | ||||
| 3 | Develops an approach for solving encountered engineering problems, and designs and conducts models and experiments. | X | ||||
| 4 | Designs and manufactures a comprehensive manufacturing system —including method, product, or device development— based on the creative application of fundamental engineering principles, under constraints of economic viability, environmental sustainability, and manufacturability. | X | ||||
| 5 | Selects and uses modern techniques and engineering tools for manufacturing engineering applications. | X | ||||
| 6 | Conducts scientific research in the field of manufacturing engineering and/or plans and carries out a project involving innovative manufacturing technologies. | X | ||||
| 7 | Effectively uses information technologies to collect and analyze data, think critically, interpret results, and make sound decisions. | X | ||||
| 8 | Works effectively as a member of multidisciplinary and intra-disciplinary teams or individually; demonstrates the confidence and organizational skills required. | X | ||||
| 9 | Communicates effectively in both spoken and written Turkish and English. | X | ||||
| 10 | Engages in lifelong learning, accesses information, keeps up with the latest developments in science and technology, and continuously renews oneself. | X | ||||
| 11 | Demonstrates awareness and a sense of responsibility regarding professional, legal, ethical, occupational safety, and social issues in the field of Manufacturing Engineering. | X | ||||
| 12 | Effectively utilizes resources (personnel, equipment, costs) to enhance national competitiveness and improve manufacturing industry productivity; conducts solution-oriented project and risk management; and demonstrates awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. | X | ||||
| 13 | Gathers knowledge about the health, environmental, social, and legal impacts of engineering practices at both global and local levels when making decisions. | X | ||||
ECTS/Workload Table
| Activities | Number | Duration (Hours) | Total Workload |
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| Course Hours (Including Exam Week: 16 x Total Hours) | |||
| Laboratory | |||
| Application | |||
| Special Course Internship | |||
| Field Work | |||
| Study Hours Out of Class | 16 | 2 | 32 |
| Presentation/Seminar Prepration | 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Project | 1 | 16 | 16 |
| Report | |||
| Homework Assignments | |||
| Quizzes/Studio Critics | |||
| Prepration of Midterm Exams/Midterm Jury | 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Prepration of Final Exams/Final Jury | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Total Workload | 73 | ||