Program Overview

Program Overview

The INTEREGR 477 program, titled "Tools for Prototyping and Manufacturing," offers 1-3 credits and focuses on the tools and underlying theory for prototyping and manufacturing physical objects.

Course Details

Course Description

The program covers tools such as 3D printers, 3D scanners, thermoformers, CNC routers, welders, wood saws, mills, lathes, laser cutters, waterjets, machine tools, general electronics, microcontrollers, and Virtual Reality.

Requisites and Designation

• Requisites: None
• Course Designation: Grad 50% - Counts toward 50% graduate coursework requirement
• Repeatable for Credit: Yes, unlimited number of completions

Last Taught

The course was last taught in Fall 2025.

Learning Outcomes

The program aims to achieve the following learning outcomes:

• Implement prototyping as a design methodology that incorporates making, critical reflection, and iteration. Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad
• Use rapid prototyping and machining equipment and techniques safely. Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad
• Employ a set of prototyping techniques and approaches for concept development. Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad
• Work independently and collaboratively to generate a portfolio of hands-on projects using the various tools. Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad
• Apply engineering principles and equipment theory to troubleshoot while operating equipment. Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad
• Describe the current roles of the rapid prototyping and machining techniques in industry and research. Audience: Graduate

Audience

The program is designed for both graduate and undergraduate students, with specific learning outcomes tailored to each audience.