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Courses - September 2023

Level 1

Course details

Communications for Effective Management in Industry
COMM8381

Description: This course emphasizes professionalism as a key foundation for communicating as a supervisor in an industrial environment. Emphasis will be placed on effective oral and written communications with all related stakeholders to include all levels of employees and management. A strong focus will be placed on the use of technology to deliver professional presentations, create effective business reports and professional correspondence.
  • Hours: 42
  • Credits: 3
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Conestoga 101
CON0101

Description: This self-directed course focuses on introducing new students to the supports, services, and opportunities available at Conestoga College. By the end of this course, students will understand the academic expectations of the Conestoga learning environment, as well as the supports available to ensure their academic success. Students will also be able to identify on-campus services that support their health and wellness, and explore ways to get actively involved in the Conestoga community through co-curricular learning opportunities.
  • Hours: 1
  • Credits: 0
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Solid Modelling for Manufacturing
DRWG8036

Description:

This course introduces students to the uses of SolidWorks for manufacturing and mechanical design. Students will learn to use SolidWorks to create and modify simple sketches, parts, assemblies, and drawings. Topics include the user interface, file structure, 2D sketches, plane creation, basic modelling features, part modifications, bottom-up assembly, and blueprint drawings.

  • Hours: 56
  • Credits: 4
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MasterCAM I
DRWG8250

Description:

This course will introduce students to the use of MasterCAM to generate part programs for CNC machines. Students will apply the practical applications of two-dimensional model construction and 2D toolpath development procedures as they apply to Numerical Control. The student will program with efficient toolpaths through settings of various cutting parameters. The importance of proficiency in MasterCAM programming will be taught from the view of the operator, programmer, and supervisor.

  • Hours: 42
  • Credits: 3
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CNC Machining I
MACH8140

Description:

This course introduces students to the machining of components on a Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machine. Students will learn to create simple CNC programs to produce components. They will set up, configure, and machine simple components on a CNC machine.

  • Hours: 84
  • Credits: 6
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Manufacturing Processes and Projects
MANU8040

Description:

This course explores how work is completed in a manufacturing operation. Students will learn how manufacturing processes are planned, controlled, and monitored and will discuss the roles and responsibilities within these processes. They will study project management principles and how they can be applied within a manufacturing operation. Best practices for document management in manufacturing operations and maintaining professional currency in manufacturing will be discussed.

  • Hours: 42
  • Credits: 3
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Metrology and Data Analysis
QUAL8430

Description:

This course explores both the principles of metrology and strategies for effective and efficient organization and analysis of technical data sets. Student will learn dimensional metrology and the use of measuring equipment in a manufacturing environment. They will use a variety of precision measuring instruments to check machined features of pieces for size and geometric conformity. Students will learn to organize data for single variable analysis and interpret and present results for different stakeholders in manufacturing operations.

  • Hours: 42
  • Credits: 3
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Level 2

Course details

Career Management
CDEV8132

Description: This course focuses on career management skills needed to navigate the evolving workplace. Students will evaluate their skills, attitudes, and expectations within their chosen careers and explore emerging trends in the workplace. Students will refine their networking strategies and create marketing documents to position them for success. Mock interviews will provide the opportunity for practice, feedback, and reflection as students prepare for future interviews. Students will explore communication strategies that support workplace success and advancement. By the end of this course, students will have created a personalized career management plan.
  • Hours: 28
  • Credits: 2
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Solid Modelling for Manufacturing II
DRWG8081

Description:

Students will continue to strengthen their skills with SolidWorks for the purposes of manufacturing & mechanical design. There will be a focus on sweeps, lofts and surfaces, sheet metal, weldments, and simulation analysis to further develop the students SolidWorks skill set.

  • Hours: 56
  • Credits: 4
  • Pre-Requisites: DRWG8030 OR DRWG8035 OR DRWG8036
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MasterCam II
DRWG8260

Description:

This course will build on students' learning from MasterCAM I to explore the creation of more complex 2 dimensional and 3 dimensional MasterCAM code. The student will program with efficient toolpaths through settings of various cutting parameters. Students will learn to create complex 3-dimensional solids in MasterCAM that require 4 axis controls.

  • Hours: 42
  • Credits: 3
  • Pre-Requisites: DRWG8250
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CNC Machining II
MACH8150

Description:

This course builds on students' learning from CNC Machining I to explore the programming and machining of more complex components. Students will learn to plan CNC work from the viewpoint of operator, programmer, and supervisor. Higher level processes such as macros will be introduced. Students will use a CNC machine to produce more complex components.

  • Hours: 70
  • Credits: 5
  • Pre-Requisites: MACH8140
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Advanced Production Planning and Implementation
MANU8050

Description:

In this course, students will explore best practices for planning and decision making in a partially or fully automated manufacturing environment. Risk management and problem-solving strategies within manufacturing operations will be discussed. Using a case-study approach, students will analyze manufacturing operations and challenges and propose solutions to increase reliability and efficiency of operations.

  • Hours: 42
  • Credits: 3
  • Pre-Requisites: MANU8040
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Co-ordinate Measuring Machines
MECH8021

Description:

This course will provide the student with the opportunity to apply the principles of dimensional metrology to the use of a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) The student will operate and program a CMM and connect operational strategies with managerial decisions relating to scheduling, project timing and quality.

  • Hours: 42
  • Credits: 3
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Manufacturing Quality Assurance
QUAL8440

Description:

In this course students will learn to apply the philosophy of traceability to quality assurance practices. Students will learn common quality assurance procedures, best practices, and standards. Students will discuss the impact of quality-related decisions on manufacturing operating principles and techniques.

  • Hours: 42
  • Credits: 3
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Program outcomes

  1. Assemble and analyze relevant information, data, and materials using advanced CAD and CNC software to present in technical documents and CAD drawings to internal and external stakeholders.
  2. Collaborate with diverse team members to achieve project goals in a timely and respectful manner.
  3. Solve complex manufacturing problems related to the efficient use of time and materials to optimize tool paths.
  4. Modify mechanical drawings and other related technical documents on the shop floor and on the computer to manufacture components as per customer requirements.
  5. Complete all work in compliance with standard operating procedures, health and safety legislation, and prescribed organizational practices and procedures to ensure safety of self and others.
  6. Contribute to the planning and implementation of production processes to manufacture components as per customer requirements.
  7. Apply quality control and quality assurance procedures to meet organizational standards and requirements.
  8. Machine various components using CNC techoloogies, to customer specifications.
  9. Develop and apply ongoing strategies for personal, career and professional development.