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The new BSc in Additive Manufacturing degree is designed to allow people currently working in an additive manufacturing to upskill in the advanced additive manufacturing applications across a multiple industry sectors including Med-Tech, Bio-Pharma, Aerospace, Agri-Tech and Precision Engineering.

The degree has been developed by the SETU Waterford led AMASE | Additive Manufacturing Advancing the South-East funded under the Irish Government’s Human Capital Initiative and in partnership with SETU Carlow and our industry partners.

Course Module Overview

Aim

Embark on a transformative journey with our comprehensive module, designed to unveil the groundbreaking potential of Additive Manufacturing (AM) as a game-changing ecosystem that revolutionizes the entire supply chain in regulated industries. From innovative design conception to high-quality standard production, our module delves into the intricacies of AM, covering critical aspects such as cybersecurity and emerging business models that are reshaping the manufacturing landscape.

Master the fundamentals and explore the latest AM technologies with our expert-guided curriculum, which demystifies complex concepts and terminology while providing invaluable insights into global best practices and real-world applications across a multitude of sectors.

Unlock the power of 3D printing as we dive deep into material characterization and the core science behind AM processes to reveal various AM solutions’ incredible mechanical and biocompatible properties.

Content

Discover the fascinating world of AM with our comprehensive certificate program! Join us as we delve into the following captivating modules:

  • Unveil the captivating journey of 3D printing: From its inception as a rapid prototyping tool to its current status as a groundbreaking production solution in the world of AM.
  • Explore the exciting benefits and potential limitations of AM technologies, as they revolutionize the way we approach regulated industries such as Healthcare, Automotive, Aerospace, and Construction.
  • Dive deep into the cutting-edge world of AM platforms, polymers, metals, and composites, along with an in-depth analysis of post-processing techniques that will redefine the future of manufacturing.
  • Master the principles of design for AM, learning about topology optimization, generative design, and their profound influence on the product development process.
  • Witness the transformative impact of AM on traditional supply chains, revealing new opportunities for an environmentally sustainable and economically efficient ecosystem.
  • Stay ahead of the curve with insights into industry adoption trends of AM, uncovering best practices and innovative applications across a diverse array of sectors.

Embark on this remarkable journey with us, and become an expert in the dynamic field of AM!

Assessment

At SETU, we understand the challenges faced by busy professionals seeking to expand their knowledge and enhance their career prospects. That’s why we have developed a cutting-edge Continuous Assessment methodology, specifically tailored to suit the needs of ambitious professionals like you.

Our Continuous Assessment approach offers numerous benefits, allowing you to:

  1. Learn at Your Own Pace: Our flexible assessment structure ensures you can progress through the course material at a comfortable pace, without sacrificing your work-life balance.
  2. Receive Timely Feedback: Our expert instructors provide prompt, personalized feedback on your assignments and assessments, helping you identify improvement areas and fostering your professional growth.
  3. Stay Engaged: By incorporating a variety of assessment techniques, such as quizzes, group projects, and case studies, our methodology keeps you actively engaged, promoting long-term retention of the course material.
  4. Track Your Progress: Our sophisticated tracking system allows you to monitor your progress throughout the course, enabling you to celebrate your achievements and stay motivated.
  5. Collaborate with Peers: Our Continuous Assessment approach encourages interaction with fellow professionals from diverse industries, fostering a dynamic learning environment and valuable networking opportunities.
  6. Achieve Real-World Results: Our assessments are designed to simulate real-world scenarios, ensuring that you can immediately apply your newfound knowledge and skills to your professional life.

Unlock your full potential and boost your career prospects with our innovative Continuous Assessment methodology. Enroll in our expertly designed course today and experience the perfect blend of flexibility, support, and practical learning for the busy professional.

Aim

Discover the limitless potential of Additive Manufacturing (AM) in this transformative module, which delves into the incredible opportunities that this cutting-edge technology provides for both the reimagining of existing products and the creation of groundbreaking new designs. Embrace a new era of design freedom, as we explore the paradigm shift in feasibility brought about by AM.

Embark on an exciting journey through the world of design software and file management, as we examine the crucial role they play in 3D printing and post-processing. Master the language of AM, as we introduce you to essential terminology, nomenclature, and the iterative steps that make up the design process, including file preparation and printing parameters. Immerse yourself in this innovative realm and unlock the full potential of AM for your next project!

Content

Explore the unparalleled design freedom offered by AM, and learn how to reimagine existing products with innovative functionalities.

  • Streamline your design process with a focus on post-processing requirements, reducing time to market and enhancing iteration efficiency.
  • Get hands-on experience with popular CAD platforms and their unique AM workflows, mastering file conversion and file integrity management.
  • Discover the power of FEA digital simulation to optimize your designs and experience the benefits of accelerated design iteration.
  • Prepare your files for AM with confidence, using the latest software tools and techniques.in orienting, supporting, and nesting parts within the build chamber to achieve optimal results
  • Delve into feature-based design methods, topology optimization, and generative design to push the boundaries of what’s possible.
  • Learn from real-world case studies, focusing on achieving the perfect balance of strength, weight, and material selection for your designs.

Assessment

At SETU, we understand the challenges faced by busy professionals seeking to expand their knowledge and enhance their career prospects. That’s why we have developed a cutting-edge Continuous Assessment methodology, specifically tailored to suit the needs of ambitious professionals like you.

Our Continuous Assessment approach offers numerous benefits, allowing you to:

  1. Learn at Your Own Pace: Our flexible assessment structure ensures you can progress through the course material at a comfortable pace, without sacrificing your work-life balance.
  2. Receive Timely Feedback: Our expert instructors provide prompt, personalized feedback on your assignments and assessments, helping you identify improvement areas and fostering your professional growth.
  3. Stay Engaged: By incorporating a variety of assessment techniques, such as quizzes, group projects, and case studies, our methodology keeps you actively engaged, promoting long-term retention of the course material.
  4. Track Your Progress: Our sophisticated tracking system allows you to monitor your progress throughout the course, enabling you to celebrate your achievements and stay motivated.
  5. Collaborate with Peers: Our Continuous Assessment approach encourages interaction with fellow professionals from diverse industries, fostering a dynamic learning environment and valuable networking opportunities.
  6. Achieve Real-World Results: Our assessments are designed to simulate real-world scenarios, ensuring that you can immediately apply your newfound knowledge and skills to your professional life.

Unlock your full potential and boost your career prospects with our innovative Continuous Assessment methodology. Enroll in our expertly designed course today and experience the perfect blend of flexibility, support, and practical learning for the busy professional.

Aim

Discover the world of Additive Manufacturing through our cutting-edge module, designed to empower you with the knowledge and skills to tackle the most pressing health and safety challenges in this rapidly evolving industry. Dive deep into the intricacies of material handling, machine operation, and the associated services (gas, airflow, etc.) to ensure a safe and efficient working environment.

Our comprehensive module not only highlights the crucial regulatory landscape across various business sectors but also emphasizes the importance of adhering to Irish, European, and global standards. Stay ahead of the curve as you navigate the emerging protocols that govern the AM industry.

Moreover, the module provides you with valuable insights into the validation process within a regulated AM framework, giving you the expertise you need to excel in this dynamic field. Enroll now to unlock unparalleled knowledge and elevate your career to new heights!

Content

Discover the transformative power of AM in promoting sustainable practices across industries. Gain a comprehensive understanding of its far-reaching impact on the economy, environment, and society while delving into crucial health and safety aspects. This module equips you with a strong foundation in the following areas:

  • Embrace the green revolution with AM: Unravel the potential of this cutting-edge technology in fostering sustainability and driving positive change.
  • Safeguard the workspace: Understand the importance of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) protocols in AM settings.
  • Master the HSE essentials: Acquire in-depth knowledge of HSE requirements and facility management for AM processes to ensure a safe working environment.
  • Handle materials like a pro: Learn the best practices for handling, storing, and reconditioning powders, filaments, and liquid resins.
  • Validate with confidence: Explore the process of AM validation and the opportunities it presents within the digital thread, legal, quality, and validation frameworks.
  • Empower your team: Uncover the significance of personnel qualification and certification in the AM landscape.
  • Ensure quality and compliance: Familiarize yourself with non-destructive testing methods for AM parts and the standardization of process workflows.
  • Navigate the regulatory maze: Grasp the fundamentals of regulatory guidance for AM processing across healthcare, automotive, and aerospace industries, and stay updated on current ASTM/ISO standards at the national and international level.

Join us on this journey to revolutionize industries and forge a sustainable future with AM!

Assessment

At SETU, we understand the challenges faced by busy professionals seeking to expand their knowledge and enhance their career prospects. That’s why we have developed a cutting-edge Continuous Assessment methodology, specifically tailored to suit the needs of ambitious professionals like you.

Our Continuous Assessment approach offers numerous benefits, allowing you to:

  1. Learn at Your Own Pace: Our flexible assessment structure ensures you can progress through the course material at a comfortable pace, without sacrificing your work-life balance.
  2. Receive Timely Feedback: Our expert instructors provide prompt, personalized feedback on your assignments and assessments, helping you identify improvement areas and fostering your professional growth.
  3. Stay Engaged: By incorporating a variety of assessment techniques, such as quizzes, group projects, and case studies, our methodology keeps you actively engaged, promoting long-term retention of the course material.
  4. Track Your Progress: Our sophisticated tracking system allows you to monitor your progress throughout the course, enabling you to celebrate your achievements and stay motivated.
  5. Collaborate with Peers: Our Continuous Assessment approach encourages interaction with fellow professionals from diverse industries, fostering a dynamic learning environment and valuable networking opportunities.
  6. Achieve Real-World Results: Our assessments are designed to simulate real-world scenarios, ensuring that you can immediately apply your newfound knowledge and skills to your professional life.

Unlock your full potential and boost your career prospects with our innovative Continuous Assessment methodology. Enroll in our expertly designed course today and experience the perfect blend of flexibility, support, and practical learning for the busy professional.

Aim

Embark on an exciting journey into the world of Additive Manufacturing with our comprehensive module designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to harness the power of 3D printing technologies. Transform your ideas into tangible prototypes and final products while navigating the unique capabilities and constraints of each production process.

Experience hands-on learning with an array of cutting-edge equipment and software, mastering the art of optimizing build strategies, time, accuracy, and machine parameters for seamless workflow execution. Delve into the essential pre- and post-processing techniques, from material setup and surface finishing to powder removal optimization, support removal, and sintering.

But that’s not all! Ensure the highest quality output for mass customization production by mastering the art of testing and quality analysis. Join us in this immersive module and unlock your full potential as an AM expert, ready to revolutionize the future of production.

Content

Discover the intricacies of pre-and post-processing techniques in our cutting-edge AM module!

  • Delve into material preparation, powder and liquid resin removal, support removal, and part cleaning to ensure robust, repeatable, and reliable production across various 3D printing platforms.
  • Master the art of selecting the perfect combination of machines, processes, and materials tailored to your application specifications.
  • Uncover the principles and applicability of post-processing methods, including heat treatment, cold work techniques, subtractive manufacturing, and finishing operations.
  • Become an expert in quality control for mass customization and series production, while ensuring seamless track and traceability.
  • Get hands-on experience operating a range of AM equipment and associated software, optimizing build strategy, time, accuracy, and machine parameters.
  • Stay ahead of the curve by learning about manufacturing records, equipment calibration, and maintenance to ensure operator, process, and equipment repeatability and reproducibility.
  • Boost your AM prowess with an introduction to Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma tools, focused on identifying sources of variation and eliminating waste in your 3D printing processes.

Assessment

At SETU, we understand the challenges faced by busy professionals seeking to expand their knowledge and enhance their career prospects. That’s why we have developed a cutting-edge Continuous Assessment methodology, specifically tailored to suit the needs of ambitious professionals like you.

Our Continuous Assessment approach offers numerous benefits, allowing you to:

  1. Learn at Your Own Pace: Our flexible assessment structure ensures you can progress through the course material at a comfortable pace, without sacrificing your work-life balance.
  2. Receive Timely Feedback: Our expert instructors provide prompt, personalized feedback on your assignments and assessments, helping you identify improvement areas and fostering your professional growth.
  3. Stay Engaged: By incorporating a variety of assessment techniques, such as quizzes, group projects, and case studies, our methodology keeps you actively engaged, promoting long-term retention of the course material.
  4. Track Your Progress: Our sophisticated tracking system allows you to monitor your progress throughout the course, enabling you to celebrate your achievements and stay motivated.
  5. Collaborate with Peers: Our Continuous Assessment approach encourages interaction with fellow professionals from diverse industries, fostering a dynamic learning environment and valuable networking opportunities.
  6. Achieve Real-World Results: Our assessments are designed to simulate real-world scenarios, ensuring that you can immediately apply your newfound knowledge and skills to your professional life.

Unlock your full potential and boost your career prospects with our innovative Continuous Assessment methodology. Enroll in our expertly designed course today and experience the perfect blend of flexibility, support, and practical learning for the busy professional.

Aim

Venture into the compelling domain of AM, augmenting your professional acumen by mastering the fundamental mathematical and scientific concepts applied to this dynamic field. This module is thoughtfully curated to equip you with indispensable skills in core areas such as statistics, linear programming, and materials science. These skills are meticulously designed to support you in executing your individual final project with optimal precision and effectiveness, thereby positioning you as a frontrunner in the ever-evolving landscape of AM.

Content:

  • Understanding Statistical Measurements: Delve into the principles of statistical measurements and distributions, tailored for AM, to facilitate data-driven decision-making.
  • Leveraging Linear Programming: Grasp the intricacies of linear programming and optimization techniques relevant to AM, aiming to boost operational efficiency.
  • Material Selection in AM: Gain proficiency in characterizing, selecting, and substituting materials to align with the specific needs of your AM projects.

• Performance Optimization through Material Indices: Improve your AM outcomes by learning to apply relevant performance indices for materials, aiming to ensure high-quality, durable final products.

Aim

Discover the exciting world of AM through our hands-on, industry-focused module designed to ignite your creativity and innovation! In this unique project-based learning experience, you’ll dive into the intricacies of designing a prototype or product tailored to a specific company or sector’s needs.

As a student, you’ll have the opportunity to explore, develop, and present your groundbreaking proposal, applying at least three AM design theories and principles. You’ll make informed decisions on the ideal 3D printing platform, material, and process to meet the specifications of the components you’re designing.

Learn how to navigate the complex regulatory landscape and ensure your project adheres to Health, Safety, and Environment standards during production and end-user applications. Analyze the time-to-market impact, cost savings, and supply chain implications of your innovative design while comparing it to traditional manufacturing approaches.

This project offers an unparalleled opportunity for collaboration with multinational corporations (MNCs) and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) of all sizes. Engage with multidisciplinary learners and Institute supervisory teams in defining, supporting, and implementing transdisciplinary projects that drive the industry forward.

The culmination of your efforts will be a cutting-edge physical prototype or product, supervised and guided by both an Industry Mentor and an Academic Subject Matter Expert. Embrace the future of manufacturing and make your mark with this game-changing module!

Content

Embark on a hands-on, individual project focused on developing a prototype or product tailored for a specific company or industry.

  • Apply your in-depth knowledge and critical understanding of AM processes, materials, and principles to realise your vision.
  • Experience the thrill of using state-of-the-art laboratory equipment for analyzing AM materials, taking your project to new heights.
  • Hone your problem-solving skills as you critically evaluate, design, and structure a comprehensive research project proposal.
  • Embrace innovative design concepts and choose the optimal technical and economical solutions for your project by leveraging the latest AM materials, processes, and machines.
  • Enjoy the freedom to make autonomous decisions as you define tasks for AM personnel within regulatory guidelines, conduct literature reviews, and analyze credible information sources.
  • Master the art of primary data collection and analysis, exploring both quantitative and qualitative methodologies. Polish your report writing and presentational skills, and learn to navigate various reference systems.
  • Discover the far-reaching benefits of your project, including its impact on the environment, supply chain resilience through distributed manufacturing, sustainability, and the application of cutting-edge business models.

This immersive module offers you the unique opportunity to transform your innovative ideas into tangible solutions that can shape the future of AM!


Course Videos

Historical Background

Historical Background

Additive Innovation

Additive Innovation

Course Structure

Course Structure

For centuries designs have been conditioned by what was feasiblewhat materials  can achieve, what technology can build, and what business models can afford. Now feasibility paradigm has been raised to a higher level of freedom in a manufacturing space. In addition, regulated industries are adopting additive manufacturing potential leading to the increasing demand for an upskilled workforce able to understand and implement additive manufacturing capabilities.

We believe that this is a moment we are in history when Additive Manufacturing (AM) is moving from prototyping to becoming an outstanding industrial solution of the future. It will influence every industry and all the stages of the product lifecycle.

Over the following weeks, we’ll dive into the fundamentals, terminology, and technologies of AM. We will have a closer look at AM platforms, feasibility paradigm, ecosystem, and various case studies. We aim at encouraging you to realize the value of AM in your field.