The CAE Applications course builds on the Introduction to Engineering Graphics course by investigating the capabilities of modern CAx systems to simulate and analyze virtual models before prototyping or physical testing is conducted. Students strengthen their knowledge of CAD by learning the underlying mathematics of Curve, Surface and Solid Modeling. In lecture they also investigate the mathematics of parametric topology optimization, Mass Properties, FEA, CFD, animation and motion analysis. Coupling their understanding of the theory and mathematics of engineering analyses with commercially available CAx software from Siemens, Dassault Systemes, and/or Autodesk juniors and seniors are teamed with classmate and peers from a select number of PACE Institutions to re-engineer high-performance RC vehicles. Using collaborative VoIP conferencing and application sharing the multi-national teams experience engineering design while:
- Working in or directing a team of ethnic and cultural diversity.
- Understanding cultural influences on product design, manufacture and use.
- Understanding how cultural differences affect how engineering tasks are performed.
The image at the top left shows the reach of the CAE Applications class. It also shows the variety of RC vehicle that serve as the sixteen week collaborative group project. Students who successful pass this course are well prepared to take Professional Level Certification Exams from Siemens, Dassault Systemes, and/or Autodesk depending of the system they used.
Click to see the following samples