Materials Science Forum Vol. 759

Abstract: In this paper the integrated implementation of the Manufacturing Engineering subject in all new engineering degrees at the University of Malaga is analyzed, within the European Higher Education Area (EHEA) framework. After identifying the methodology used by Department of Engineering Manufacturing Process and the problems generated in its development, the robustness of the designed organization system is justified. This methodology has successfully overcome the negative effects of multiple changes made to the delivery of the first edition of this subject. Additionally, the methodology developed has generating a significant level of student satisfaction by comparison with near departments and overall university.

Abstract: The interest of the present work is focused on the improvement of the students learning process through the use of a Wiki-like platform. In our research The Wiki was intended as a mean in order to make easier the learning project. During the academic year 2011/2012 the Area of Manufacturing Engineering of the University of Oviedo was involved in a project which aim was the creation of a Wiki. Nowadays this software is used as auxiliary material for other subjects that are given by the Manufacturing Engineering Area in those new Engineering degrees that have been created in order to adapt the studies to the requirement of the European Higher Education Area (EHEA). According to the results obtained by the students, it can be stated that the higher the mark of the students Wiki the better his/her mark in the exam is.

Abstract: When it comes to teaching of manufacturing processes and more specifically in the related processes to sheet metal forming, communication technologies now allow the development of set of online activities in order to enable the student to understand some of the scientific basis of this process. The aim of this paper is the introduction of new teaching methodologies in the learning of subjects, to get more involved students in the learning process. To this end, activities that allow the simulation of metal sheet forming processes have been realised. These processes are required to manufacture a workpiece, thus understanding the required force to the process and analyzing the stress and temperatures developed during the process enable to students to make decisions on the suitability of the process. This paper develops the mentioned activities and connects them with the skills to be acquired by distance learning students, join with their implementation.

Abstract: University studies have changed in Spain in the last five years in order to adequate them to the European Space for Higher Education. Under these changes Spanish law fixes the skills and abilities that must acquire the Graduates in Engineering with competences and applications in the Industrial Field. Among them, it can be found the corresponding to Manufacturing Engineering. In this work an Integrated Lab-Practical Class has been performed including different stages of a Manufacturing Process from the Product/Process Design to the Final Product. This Practical Class is developed in six sessions. This experience has shown the interest of the students for the contents of the subject and its relationship with the theoretical concepts.

Abstract: The aim of this contribution is to promote the use of FEM based numerical simulations for teaching the fundamentals of manufacturing processes. In particular, it focuses on metal forming processes, which by their mathematical modelling complexity can only be tackled in a very elementary way using traditional methods. This enables an active teaching based on realistic problem solving, through which students acquire both theoretical and practical knowledge on the subject. This approach is consistent with the guidelines of the European Higher Education Area (EHEA) on the use of participatory learning tools.

Abstract: Rapid Manufacturing (RM) is considered as a set of innovative manufacturing technologies, many of which are in continuous development phases, and are becoming increasingly important to develop new products with high added value. Procesos de Fabricación research group, at the University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (ULPGC) is a founding member of the Spanish Rapid Manufacturing Association (ASERM), and has over ten years of expertise in research, transfer and training activities in these new technologies. ASERM, marked among its strategic objectives to promote and support RM training. As a result of this, the association participates in the European Project named Knowledge Transfer of Rapid Manufacturing (KTRM). Ingeniería de Fabricación educational innovation group (GIEIF) from ULPGC is working along other partners in this project and other training activities, because of the knowledge gained in these technologies.

Abstract: The best is to read these instructions and follow the outline of this text. The text area for your manuscript must be 17 cm wide and 25 cm high. The High Performance Manufacturing Group of the Faculty of Engineering of Bilbao has a workshop fully-equipped. In this way, these machine tools are valid both to support research carried out by the Group and also to improve teaching lessons, both theoretically and practically. In this paper, the case of a five-axis milling machine was presented and analyzed. Each year, the new students are taught to design various systems of the machine and they are also encouraged to make some practical tests. This dual use of machines is very useful since it allows to carry out high level researches, as well as to train new students in theoretical and practical issues.

Abstract: Surface roughness influences the performance of a finished part. In machining operations, the surface roughness generated is influenced by an enormous set of factors. In ball end milling operations, the geometric characteristics of the cut clearly affect the surface crests generated. This paper presents an experimental methodology that permits engineering students to identify and analyze the surface roughness. The methodology is applicable to training courses and surface texture generation as well.

Abstract: Wikipedia, the Free Encyclopedia, is one of the most visited websites on the Internet and it is a tool which students often use in their assignments, although they do not usually understand the basics underlying it. To overcome this limitation and promote the active learning approach in our courses, last year an educational innovation project was carried out that was aimed mainly at improving students skills in technical writing as well as their ability to review the technical contents of the Wikipedias. Additionally, it sought to explore new opportunities that these tools can offer both teachers and students. This paper describes the experiment carried out in a second-year undergraduate engineering course, the results of which show that introducing activities such as edition and revision within Wikipedia is an interesting way to enhance transversal competencies as well as others related to the main contents of the course.