CMP 220 Advanced Composite Final Project
In Part 1 of this course, students will be introduced to the basics of operating the fiber filament winding machine. This will include loading/unloading mandrels, operating the filament winder software, and safety issues associated with this type of equipment. Students will learn the process of making a part, using correct lay-up procedures, fiber orientations, and tool preparation. Students will then demonstrate their competency by building an approved composite part with the filament winder.
In Part 2 of this course, students will be introduced to the basics of how an autoclave operates, including the physical operations of the autoclave, the software which runs it, and safety issues associated with this type of equipment. Students will be presented with the terminology associated with autoclave operation. Students will also be introduced to the autoclave programming to the extent of being able to successfully cure a composite part. Students will demonstrate their competency by curing a predefined solid composite laminate then a predefined composite laminate with core materials.
Students in the Part 3, the final part of the program, will complete a composite material build, including: project planning, materials arrangement, construction, and completion while meeting agreed upon specifications and time limitations. Before beginning the final project, students must submit blueprints of their final project, which must receive approval from the instructor.