Educational software tool based on the analytical methodology for design and technological analysis of multi-step drawing processes

摘要

In this work, new analytical method-based computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) software tool developed for educational purposes is introduced. The software has been conceived for the designing, analysis, and optimization of the multi-step wiredrawing industrial process. The software was used during four sessions and the student's feedback has been measured by a usability/suitability survey. This paper presents the complete study of the previous situation in the Area of Manufacturing Processes in the Superior Polytechnic School (University of Cordoba, Spain). The positive results from the students encouraged us for the integration of new practical activities supported in the use of this type of software tools, to reinforce the professional skills of students, and show that the new CAM software presents a great potential for competency-based learning objectives.