Diploma in Manufacturing and Product Design

This course will first discuss the principles and concepts of design. You will learn about the models used in the design process and study design needs, problems and solutions, heuristic problem-solving, creativity, invention, and innovation. You will study Product Design Specification and look at sample design models such as March's model of design and Pahl And Beitz design model. You will also look into product marketing and the four Ps of marketing.

You will then look into the manufacturing process and get an overview of important manufacturing technologies. You will study what the manufacturing process entails, and the different component parts required. This course will discuss gears and gearing, basic manufacturing processes, scales of material structure, and product shapes. You will also study the four types of manufacturing processes which include casting, forming, cutting, and joining. Finally, this course will discuss surface and optical engineering.

The case studies presented in this course are designed to give you an in-depth understanding of product design, manufacturing process, and product marketing. By taking this course, you will learn about casting, forming, cutting, and joining, which four of the most important types of manufacturing processes. This will give you some vital product design and manufacturing skills that will boost your résumé, and your confidence, in no time. So why wait? Check out your next course, today."