Specialisation overview
Design for manufacturing (DFM) is the general engineering practice that focuses on creating products at lower costs by optimising the selection of materials and manufacturing processes early in the design process. The exact processes used in manufacturing the product will depend on what product is being designed and produced. The advantages of DFM include: lower production cost, quicker time-to-market, faster production time, and reduction in assembly steps and quantity of parts. This specialisation will equip students with needed skills and practical understanding, from creating conceptual designs in CAD packages to understanding the latest manufacturing processes and how products can be designed to take advantage of these processes.Detailed course structure and unit information
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How to study this specialisation
A specialisation is a set of four units you study to complement your degree. It helps you broaden your expertise and tailor your degree to your career goals. To study this specialisation, you’ll need to apply for one of the courses listed below.
You may also be able to study this major as part of a different degree, depending on the course structure. Contact a Future Students Advisor for more information.
For full entry requirements, fees and information for international students, visit the course page.
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