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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08841101 | Additive Manufacturing Technologies | 2026 | Spring | 4 | 2+1+0 | 5 | 5 |
| Course Type | Elective |
| 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 images and sample parts, 3D modeling exercises, use of slicing software, comparison of manufacturing parameters, evaluation of practical examples, and problem-solving activities will be used. Emphasis will be placed on relating theoretical knowledge to practical applications, selecting appropriate manufacturing methods, and evaluating manufactured parts according to basic quality criteria. |
| 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 additive manufacturing technologies, basic principles and development of additive manufacturing, comparison of additive and conventional manufacturing methods, 3D modeling and digital model preparation, STL and similar file formats, slicing software and process parameters, FDM/FFF, SLA, DLP, SLS, and metal additive manufacturing methods, materials used in additive manufacturing, support structures and layer thickness, production planning, part orientation, surface quality and dimensional accuracy, post-processing, quality control, types of defects, and industrial applications of additive manufacturing.
Objectives of the Course
The aim of this course is to provide knowledge of the basic principles, materials, manufacturing methods, and applications of additive manufacturing technologies. The course aims to develop fundamental knowledge and skills in 3D modeling, preparation of digital models for production, understanding the operating principles of different additive manufacturing methods, selecting suitable materials and processes, and evaluating the quality of manufactured parts.
Contribution of the Course to Field Teaching
| Basic Vocational Courses | |
| Specialization / Field Courses | X |
| 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 |
| P3 | Effectively uses information technologies (software, programs, animation, etc.) related to their profession. | 3 |
| 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. | 4 |
| P13 | Explains quality control 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, principles, and classification of additive manufacturing technologies. | P.1.34 | 1,7 |
| O2 | It compares the working principles and application areas of different additive manufacturing methods. | P.1.35 | 1,7 |
| O3 | Prepares the design of the part to be produced in a CAD environment, in accordance with the requirements of additive manufacturing. | P.3.13 | 1,7 |
| O4 | Determines production parameters and evaluates production results in the additive manufacturing process. | P.4.31 | 1,7 |
| O5 | Evaluates the properties of polymer- and metal-based additive manufacturing materials. | P.12.22 | 1,7 |
| O6 | It evaluates the quality, dimensional accuracy, and surface characteristics of the manufactured parts. | P.13.11 | 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 Additive Manufacturing, Fundamental Concepts and Applications |
| 2 | Comparison of Additive Manufacturing with Conventional Manufacturing Methods and Its Main Advantages |
| 3 | Classification and Working Principles of Additive Manufacturing Technologies |
| 4 | FDM/FFF Technology, Filament Types and the Principle of Layer-by-Layer Manufacturing |
| 5 | SLA, DLP and MSLA Technologies: Resin-Based Manufacturing Methods |
| 6 | Powder Bed Manufacturing Technologies: SLS, SLM and EBM Processes |
| 7 | Polymers, Metals, Ceramics and Composite Materials Used in Additive Manufacturing |
| 8 | 3D Modeling, CAD Files and STL/3MF File Formats |
| 9 | Slicing Software, Model Orientation, Support Structures and Preparation of Manufacturing Files |
| 10 | Manufacturing Parameters: Layer Thickness, Infill Density, Printing Speed and Temperature |
| 11 | Manufacturing Defects in Additive Manufacturing, Their Causes and Troubleshooting Methods |
| 12 | Post-Processing: Support Removal, Surface Finishing and Heat Treatment |
| 13 | Quality Control, Dimensional Measurement and Mechanical Testing in Additive Manufacturing |
| 14 | Applications of Additive Manufacturing in Machinery, Automotive and Other Industries; Process and Material Selection |
Textbook or Material
| Resources | Gibson, I., Rosen, D., Stucker, B., & Khorasani, M. (2021). Additive Manufacturing Technologies (3rd ed.). Springer. |
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 | P3 | P4 | P12 | P13 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| O1 | Explains the fundamental concepts, principles, and classification of additive manufacturing technologies. | 5 | - | - | - | - |
| O2 | It compares the working principles and application areas of different additive manufacturing methods. | 5 | - | - | - | - |
| O3 | Prepares the design of the part to be produced in a CAD environment, in accordance with the requirements of additive manufacturing. | - | 4 | - | - | - |
| O4 | Determines production parameters and evaluates production results in the additive manufacturing process. | - | - | 3 | - | - |
| O5 | Evaluates the properties of polymer- and metal-based additive manufacturing materials. | - | - | - | 5 | - |
| O6 | It evaluates the quality, dimensional accuracy, and surface characteristics of the manufactured parts. | - | - | - | - | 4 |