Manufacturing & Production Engineering – 2 Week

Manufacturing & Production Engineering – 2 Week Course Curriculum
Course Overview

This 2-week course introduces students to fundamental manufacturing processes, production systems, and modern industrial practices. The course focuses on practical understanding, real-world applications, and industry-oriented knowledge.

Week 01: Fundamentals of Manufacturing Processes
Module 1: Introduction to Manufacturing & Production Engineering

Definition and scope of manufacturing engineering

Difference between manufacturing and production

Types of manufacturing industries

Role of manufacturing in industrial growth

Module 2: Engineering Materials

Classification of materials

Metals (Ferrous & Non-ferrous)

Polymers

Ceramics

Composites

Properties of materials

Material selection for manufacturing

Module 3: Casting Processes

Introduction to casting

Types of casting

Sand casting

Die casting

Investment casting

Casting defects and prevention

Applications of casting

Module 4: Forming Processes

Hot and cold working

Forging (open die & closed die)

Rolling, extrusion, and drawing

Advantages and limitations

Practical / Assignment (Week-01)

Identify suitable manufacturing processes for given components

Study of common casting and forming defects

Week 02: Machining, Production Systems & Modern Manufacturing
Module 5: Machining Processes

Introduction to machining

Lathe machine – operations and parts

Milling machine – operations

Drilling, grinding, and finishing processes

Tool materials and cutting fluids

Module 6: Production Planning & Control

Production planning concepts

Scheduling and routing

Inventory management basics

Quality control and inspection

Module 7: Modern Manufacturing Systems

CNC machines – introduction

CAD/CAM basics

Flexible Manufacturing Systems (FMS)

Automation and robotics in manufacturing

Module 8: Industrial Safety & Quality

Industrial safety rules

Hazards in manufacturing industries

Quality tools (basic overview)

Lean manufacturing and productivity improvement

Mini Project / Case Study

Students will work on one mini project, such as:

Manufacturing process selection for a product

Layout planning for a small production unit

Case study on automation in modern factories

Who Can Enroll

Mechanical Engineering students

Diploma students (Mechanical / Production)

B.Tech / Polytechnic students

Beginners interested in core manufacturing

Course Outcomes

After completing this course, students will be able to:

Understand basic manufacturing processes

Identify suitable processes for product manufacturing

Gain knowledge of machining and production systems

Understand modern manufacturing technologies

Software / Tools (Optional)

Basic CAD software (AutoCAD / Fusion 360 – optional)

Videos and industrial case studies