WELDENG 4407
Transcript Abbreviation:
Adh Bond Plastics
Course Description:
Fundamentals of adhesive bonding science and technology and methods for mechanical joining of plastics including fasteners, snap-fits, press-fits, swaging, and staking.
Course Levels:
Undergraduate (1000-5000 level)
Designation:
Elective
General Education Course:
(N/A)
Cross-Listings:
(N/A)
Credit Hours (Minimum if “Range”selected):
2.00
Max Credit Hours:
(N/A)
Select if Repeatable:
Off
Maximum Repeatable Credits:
(N/A)
Total Completions Allowed:
(N/A)
Allow Multiple Enrollments in Term:
No
Course Length:
14 weeks (autumn or spring)
12 weeks (summer only)
Off Campus:
Never
Campus Location:
Columbus
Instruction Modes:
In Person (75-100% campus; 0-24% online)
Prerequisites and Co-requisites:
Prereq: 4201, and enrollement as a WeldEng-BS major; or permission of instructor.
Electronically Enforced:
No
Exclusions:
Not open to students with credit for 707.
Course Goals / Objectives:
Understand structure and properties of polymeric adhesives
Ability to understand theories of adhesion
Understand and be able to develop procedures for adhesive bonding
Ability to analyze and design mechanical joints using fasteners
Ability to analyze and design mechanical joints using snap and press fits
Check if concurrence sought:
No
Contact Hours:
| Topic | LEC | REC out-of-class | REC in-class | Weekly LAB out-of-class | Weekly LAB in-class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to structure and properties of polymeric adhseives. | 4.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Theories of adhesion. | 4.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Adhesive bonding procedures and rapid curing methods. | 4.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Design and testing of adhesive joints. | 2.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Analysis and design of snap-fits. | 5.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Analysis and design of press-fits. | 3.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Analysis and design of bolted joints. | 3.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Staking and swaging. | 3.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Total | 28 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Grading Plan:
Letter Grade
Course Components:
Lecture
Grade Roster Component:
Lecture
Credit by Exam (EM):
No
Grades Breakdown:
| Aspect | Percent |
|---|---|
| Homework and quizzes | 30% |
| Mid-Term | 30% |
| Final exam | 40% |
Representative Textbooks and Other Course Materials:
| Title | Author | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Adhesion and Adhesive Technology: an Introduction, 2nd Edition | A.v. Pocius | |
| First Snap-Fit Handbook - Creating and Managing Attachements of Plastic Parts, 2nd Edition | P.R. Bonenberger |
ABET-CAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
ABET-ETAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
ABET-EAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
| Significant contribution (7+ hours) | 1 | an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics |
| Some contribution (1-2 hours) | 2 | an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors |
| Some contribution (1-2 hours) | 4 | an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts |
| Substantial contribution (3-6 hours) | 6 | an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions |
| Some contribution (1-2 hours) | 7 | an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies |
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