TDSN 139 - Tool & Die Design IV

2 Credit: (0.5 lecture, 1.5 lab, 0 clinical) 2 Contact Hours: [TDSN 138 ]

This design course is structured primarily for tool-and-die apprentice students and is ideal for tool-and-die journeyman with several years in the trade who wish to update their skills. It is the second half of the laboratory application component for TDSN 135 and TDSN 136 and should be taken after completing TDSN 138. Emphasis is on application of design ideas related to sheet metal dies and being able to communicate appropriate design ideas graphically. Topics include development of a process flowchart, progression of dies, development of draw and flange stations, press cushions and air pins, horizontal cams, and knowledge of tool-and-die standardized components and catalogs.
OFFERED: as needed

Course Goals/ Objectives/ Competencies:
Goal 1: Apply advanced fundamentals of tool and die design.

Apply the use of standard tool and die components.
Develop the design for a process flowchart.
Design various types of notch stations.
Explain the process of transforming sheet metal into a three-dimensional part.
Distinguish between forming and drawing applications.
Explain the use of current tool and die equipment.
Explain the use of Transfer Dies.
Explain the use of Draw Beads.