Course Overview
Introduces the manufacturing processes used in the shaping and forming of plastic products. All major processes such as injection, extrusion, blown film, expansion, compression, blow molding, casting, coating as well as fabricating and decorating processes are covered. In addition, some discussion of tooling, mold making and design are discussed. In general, the key features, advantages and disadvantages, and equipment used are presented. Laboratory assignments cover the operating procedures for each process.
Prerequisite(s)
- 50% in PLAS 1110
Credits
5.5
- Retired
- This course has been retired and is no longer offered. Find other Flexible Learning courses that may interest you.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, the student will be able to:
- Conceptualize the main processes used for shaping and forming thermoplastics.
- Describe the unit operations, key features, advantages and disadvantages of each process.
- Describe the related tooling and molds necessary for each process.
Effective as of Fall 2003
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