Machinery
Course Details
KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY
Trade and Industry Vocational School
Programme of Machinery
Course Details
Trade and Industry Vocational School
Programme of Machinery
Course Details
| Course Code | Course Name | Year | Period | Semester | T+A+L | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08840103 | Die and Mold Technologies | 2026 | Spring | 4 | 2+1+0 | 5 | 5 |
| Course Type | Compulsory |
| Course Cycle | Associate (Short Cycle) (TQF-HE: Level 5 / QF-EHEA: Short Cycle / EQF-LLL: Level 5) |
| Course Language | Turkish |
| Methods and Techniques | Lectures, question-and-answer sessions, examination of technical drawings and diagrams, case studies, problem-solving activities, introduction to mold and die components, comparison of manufacturing processes, and analysis of practical examples will be used. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the relationships between mold types, operating principles, manufacturing methods, and maintenance practices, as well as identifying suitable mold solutions. |
| Mode of Delivery | Face to Face |
| Prerequisites | There are no specific prerequisites for this course. |
| Coordinator | Lect. Mehmet AKSOY |
| Instructor(s) | Lect. Recep Safa DURAN |
| Instructor Assistant(s) | - |
Course Instructor(s)
| Name and Surname | Room | E-Mail Address | Internal | Meeting Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lect. Recep Safa DURAN | T-202 | [email protected] | 7669 | Thursday 10:00-12:00 |
Course Content
Introduction to mold and die technologies, types and applications of molds and dies, basic principles of mold design, mold components and their functions, cutting and punching dies, bending and drawing dies, plastic injection molds, casting molds, mold materials, mold manufacturing methods, machining, heat treatment and surface treatments, mold assembly, maintenance and failure analysis, quality control in mold manufacturing, and occupational safety.
Objectives of the Course
The aim of this course is to provide knowledge of the basic principles, types, design, manufacturing methods, and applications of mold and die technologies. The course focuses on identifying fundamental types of dies and molds, such as sheet metal dies, plastic injection molds, and casting molds; understanding their operating principles; recognizing the functions of mold components; and selecting suitable molds and dies for manufacturing processes.
Contribution of the Course to Field Teaching
| Basic Vocational Courses | X |
| Specialization / Field Courses | |
| Support Courses | |
| Transferable Skills Courses | |
| Humanities, Communication and Management Skills Courses |
Relationships between Course Learning Outcomes and Program Outcomes
| Relationship Levels | ||||
| Lowest | Low | Medium | High | Highest |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| # | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|
| P1 | Acquires fundamental, up-to-date, and practice-oriented knowledge related to the profession and uses it effectively. | 5 |
| P4 | Evaluates professional problems and issues independently, using an analytical and critical approach, and proposes solutions. | 4 |
| P12 | Identifies machine elements and materials; selects appropriate manufacturing methods. | 5 |
Course Learning Outcomes
| Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to: | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| No | Learning Outcomes | Outcome Relationship | Measurement Method ** |
| O1 | Explains the fundamental concepts, types, and application areas of mold technologies. | P.1.31 | 1,7 |
| O2 | It explains the fundamental machining methods and production processes used in mold manufacturing. | P.1.32 | 1,7 |
| O3 | Applies dimensioning, tolerancing, and material selection criteria in mold design. | P.4.24 | 1,7 |
| O4 | Identifies errors encountered during mold trial processes and develops proposed solutions. | P.4.25 | 1,7 |
| O5 | It defines the basic elements used in mold design and their functions. | P.12.20 | 1,7 |
| O6 | Selects the mold steel suitable for the geometry and material of the part to be produced. | P.12.21 | 1,7 |
| ** Written Exam: 1, Oral Exam: 2, Homework: 3, Lab./Exam: 4, Seminar/Presentation: 5, Term Paper: 6, Application: 7 | |||
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
| Week | Topics |
|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Die and Mold Technologies, Fundamental Concepts and Classification of Dies and Molds |
| 2 | Fundamentals of Die and Mold Design, Technical Drawing and Tolerances |
| 3 | Die and Mold Materials, Tool Steels and Heat Treatment Applications |
| 4 | Sheet Metal Forming Processes and Basic Structure of Blanking Dies |
| 5 | Blanking and Piercing Dies, Cutting Clearance and Cutting Force Calculations |
| 6 | Bending Dies, Springback and Bending Force Calculations |
| 7 | Deep Drawing Dies, Blank Holders and Sheet Metal Drawing Processes |
| 8 | Compound and Progressive Sheet Metal Dies |
| 9 | Die Components, Guide Systems, Punches and Die Plates |
| 10 | Basic Structure and Working Principle of Plastic Injection Molds |
| 11 | Runner, Gating, Cooling and Ejection Systems in Injection Molds |
| 12 | Plastic Injection Process Parameters, Mold Defects and Troubleshooting Methods |
| 13 | Kalıp Montajı, Deneme Üretimi, Bakım, Arıza Analizi ve Kalıp Ömrü |
| 14 | Die and Mold Assembly, Trial Production, Maintenance, Failure Analysis and Tool Life |
Textbook or Material
| Resources | Erişkin, Y. (1986). Applied Sheet Metal Die Design. Gazi University School of Press and Broadcasting, Ankara. |
Evaluation Method and Passing Criteria
| In-Term Studies | Quantity | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Attendance | - | - |
| Laboratory | - | - |
| Practice | 1 | 20 (%) |
| Homework | - | - |
| Presentation | - | - |
| Projects | - | - |
| Quiz | - | - |
| Midterms | 1 | 30 (%) |
| Final Exam | 1 | 50 (%) |
| Total | 100 (%) | |
ECTS / Working Load Table
| Quantity | Duration | Total Work Load | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Week Number and Time | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Out-of-Class Study Time (Pre-study, Library, Reinforcement) | 14 | 5 | 70 |
| Midterms | 1 | 18 | 18 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Homework | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Practice | 14 | 1 | 14 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Workshop | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Presentation/Seminar Preparation | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fieldwork | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 20 | 20 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Work Load: | 150 | ||
| Total Work Load / 30 | 5 | ||
| Course ECTS Credits: | 5 | ||
Course - Learning Outcomes Matrix
| Relationship Levels | ||||
| Lowest | Low | Medium | High | Highest |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| # | Learning Outcomes | P1 | P4 | P12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| O1 | Explains the fundamental concepts, types, and application areas of mold technologies. | 5 | - | - |
| O2 | It explains the fundamental machining methods and production processes used in mold manufacturing. | 5 | - | - |
| O3 | Applies dimensioning, tolerancing, and material selection criteria in mold design. | - | 4 | - |
| O4 | Identifies errors encountered during mold trial processes and develops proposed solutions. | - | 5 | - |
| O5 | It defines the basic elements used in mold design and their functions. | - | - | 5 |
| O6 | Selects the mold steel suitable for the geometry and material of the part to be produced. | - | - | 4 |