Integrated Laboratory for Manufacturing Education

The Integrated Laboratory for Manufacturing Education (ILME) at Christian Brothers University creates a laboratory environment that integrates undergraduate instructions in modern design method, agile manufacturing, and automated assembly. The approach of this manufacturing education combines the traditional computer-aided design drafting technique with parametric design and 3-D modeling using Pro/ENGINEER (TM) as well as hands-on experiences on traditional machining, state-of-the-art computerized numerical controlled machining and robotic assembly. Creation of machining code and simulation of machining sequences are completed through Pro/MANUFACTURING while thermal and stress analysis are performed through Pro/MECHANICA (TM). As a result, the ILME creates a small scale of industrial environment in modern manufacturing.