Academic year: 2024-2025
Prototype and Design- Associate Degree
Program Code: 106142
As a graduate of the Prototype and Design program, you will be skilled in 3D printing or Additive Manufacturing, hand fabrication, high quality painting and finishing, 3D drawing software, CNC machining, and RTV model making. You can build a variety of three-dimensional prototypes and models for use in manufacturing, consumer products, and other fields of product development. You will also be able to construct three-dimensional models for use in props, architectural design, and mechanical design. Your skills will emphasize problem solving and critical thinking across all aspects from design to model completion. Career opportunities include product development, prototype model builder, engineering design, architectural model builder, RTV mold maker, rapid prototype technician, and pattern maker.
Delivery
Day Full-time
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This program is offered at:
Green Bay
Program Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition: $ 12,688, Books: $ 305, Supplies: $ 535 Total Approximate Costs $ 13,528 See costs of tuition, books, and supplies.
This program is fully eligible for financial aid.
Estimates based on in-state residency. Please visit the following URL to learn more about tutition and fees for this program. https:// www. nwtc. edu / admissions-and-aid / paying-for-college / tuition-and-fees? ProgramCode = 106142
Requirements for Program Entry
Apply at www. nwtc. edu / apply. Submit the following to transcripts @ nwtc. edu: • High school transcript( or GED / HSED transcript). • College transcript. If your cumulative GPA is below 2.6, complete or submit a placement evaluation.
Tip! Our admission advisors will assist you through every step. Have questions? Connect with NWTC Admissions at start @ nwtc. edu or 920-498-5444.
Program Outcomes
Develop planning strategies necessary to translate two-dimensional information into a three- dimensional prototype. Use critical thinking and problem solving techniques in the construction of a prototype. Create a variety of computer aided drawings using AutoCAD and SolidWorks. Create programs to be used on CNC( computer numerical control) milling machines using Surf CAM software. Construct 3D models using a variety of rapid prototyping processes. Produce highly detailed and accurate parts using the laser machining center. Fabricate silicone rubber molds and rigid molds suitable for casting. Build patterns and molds to be used for vacuum forming. Create jigs and fixtures necessary for special machining operations. Select and apply a variety of industrial finishes on various materials. Effectively estimate the time and cost to design and fabricate a prototype. Manage computer files and utilize a variety of technically related software. Work efficiently as a part of a team, or independently. Safely operate all hand tools, metalworking, and woodworking equipment typically used in a professional model shop. Effectively select appropriate materials and adhesives and understand their properties. Use proper sanding and finishing techniques on various materials. Understand various design and engineering processes as they relate to the Prototype and Design Industry.
Accreditation
The Prototype & Design Technology program at NWTC is accredited by the APMM, Association of Professional Model Makers.
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Curriculum
Students following the study plan below will compete the Prototype and Design Technician associate degree in the number of semesters shown.
First Semester 8 Week 1 10890101- College 101 1 10614152- Prototyping-Introduction to 5 10606116- CAD-Intro 1
8 Week 2 10420151- Prototype Machine Tool 3 10614148- Intro to Model Finishing 1 10606119- Sketching-Technical 2 10804113- College Technical Math 1A 3
Semester Total 16
Second Semester 8 Week 1 10614235- CNC Mach / 2D Prog-Intro 3 10614238- Intro to SolidWorks Modeling 3 10804114- College Technical Math 1B 2
8 Week 2 10614149- Advanced Model Finishing 2 10801196- Oral / Interpersonal Comm 3 10614155- Advanced SolidWorks Modeling 2
Semester Total 15
Third Semester 8 Week 1 10614156- Intro Molding Process / Tech 2 10614138- CNC Machining-Adv 3 10614236- Intro to Rapid Prototype 2
8 Week 2 10809198- Intro to Psychology 3 10614237- Engineering & Mfg Processes 3 10614157- Advanced Molding Processes 2 10614158- Adv Additive Manufacturing 2
Semester Total 17
Fourth Semester 8 Week 1 10614239- Prototype Career Prep 1
One of the following: 10614162- Architectural Model / Const 3 10614195- Model Building Internship 3 10442153- Prototype Metal Fabrication 2 10801136- English Composition 1 3
8 Week 2
One of the following: 10614143- Prototyping Solutions Advanced 5 10614139- Prototype & Design Internship 5 10809172- Intro to Diversity Studies 3
Semester Total 17
Total Credits 65
Curriculum Note: The credit for 10-890-101, College 101 is an institutional requirement for graduation. Consequently, it is not part of the program requirements, but must be passed with a " C " or better.
It is acceptable for students to take 10-804-118, Interm Algebra w Apps and 10-804-196, Trigonometry w Apps as alternatives to 10-804-113, College Technical Math 1A and 10-804-114, College Technical Math 1B.
If a student is considering pursuing a 4-year degree, 10- 804-118, Intermediate Algebra w / Apps, should be taken in