Intro to Design for AM (DFAM), Generative Design, & Topology Optimization
  • Type Learning
  • Level Foundational
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Intro to Design for AM (DFAM), Generative Design, & Topology Optimization

Issued by Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology

Earners of the CCAT Intro to Design for AM (DfAM), Generative Design, & Topology Optimization badge can describe the principles and best practices of design for additive manufacturing (DfAM), including the unique design constraints and opportunities presented by additive manufacturing technologies. Additionally, earners can demonstrate the use of generative design software to optimize designs that challenge traditional manufacturing limits, apply topology optimization methods to reduce material

  • Type Learning
  • Level Foundational
  • Time Hours
  • Cost Paid

Skills

Earning Criteria

  • Complete six curated SME Tooling U online foundational courses.
  • Complete the CCAT Intro to Design for AM (DfAM), Generative Design, & Topology Optimization at at CCAT's Additive Workflows Lab within the Talent and Training Accelerator.
  • Describe methods to apply topology optimization methods to reduce material usage while maintaining structural integrity and performance. Describe techniques to optimize designs for performance, weight reduction, and material efficiency, leading to cost-effective and sustainable solutions. Obtain hands-on experience with industry-leading software tools used for generative design and topology optimization, enhancing practical skills and technical expertise