2016 – 2017
Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:		Rapid Prototyping Specialist
Specialization Tract:		Digital Manufacturing
Career Cluster:		Manufacturing

CCC	
CIP Number	0615000012	
Program Type	College Credit Certificate (CCC)	
Program Length	12 credit hours	
CTSO	SkillsUSA	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	17-3013 – Mechanical Drafters 
17-3019 – Drafters, All Other 
17-3026 – Industrial Engineering Technicians
17-3027 – Mechanical Engineering Technicians
17-3029 – Engineering Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other 
27-1029 – Designers, All Other 
51-4012 – Computer Numerically Controlled Machine Tool Programmers, Metal and Plastic 
51-4061 – Model Makers, Metal and Plastic 
51-9082 – Medical Appliance Technicians	
CTE Program Resources 	http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml	

Purpose

This certificate program is part of the Engineering Technology AS degree program (1615000001) under the Digital Manufacturing specialization.  

A College Credit Certificate consists of a program of instruction of less than sixty (60) credits of college-level courses, which is part of an AS or AAS degree program and prepares students for entry into employment (Rule 6A-14.030, F.A.C.).

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the manufacturing career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the manufacturing career cluster. 

The content includes but is not limited to maintenance techniques, computer aided drafting/design skills, technical communications, maintenance and operation of various industrial components, quality control and testing, material handling protocols, and proper usage of tools and instrumentation.

Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

01.0	Demonstrate proficiency in three-dimensional (3D) digital modeling software packages for product design.
02.0	Demonstrate proficiency in the principles, concepts and applications in digital manufacturing processes.
03.0	Demonstrate proficiency in digital engineering applications for product design.

2016 – 2017
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title:	Rapid Prototyping Specialist 
CIP Number:		0615000012
Program Length:	12 credit hours
SOC Code(s):		17-3013, 17-3019, 17-3026, 17-3027, 17-3029, 27-1029, 51-4012, 51-4061, 51-9082

This certificate program is part of the Engineering Technology AS degree program (1615000001).  At the completion of this program, the student will be able to:	
01.0	Demonstrate proficiency in three-dimensional (3-D) digital modeling software packages for product design–The student will be able to:	
01.01	Implement the CAD commands for three-dimensional drawings.	
01.02	Implement and apply the CAD three-dimensional coordinate system for three-dimensional objects.	
01.03	Use CAD three-dimensional surface commands for 3-dimensional objects.	
01.04	Implement and apply basic software utilities for arranging, detailing, and plotting views of an object.	
01.05	Create basic building construction, architectural and object designs in three dimensions.	
01.06	Align, rotate, and mirror three-dimensional objects.	
01.07	Render a three-dimensional model.	
01.08	Customize screen, toolbars, and pull down menus	
01.09	Create a new part document and 2-D sketch views of a solid object.	
01.10	Apply and edit dimensions on an object.	
01.11	Create the standard drawing views to document the design procedures.	
01.12	Perform analyses on the computer model and refine the design.	
01.13	Measure and calculate properties of parts.	
01.14	Enter and save data for an object drawing.	
01.15	Create an assembly drawing.	
01.16	Define parts of an assembly in a directory.	
01.17	Apply basic solid modeling commands.	
01.18	Apply orthographic projection principles to drawing’s layouts.	
01.19	Plot solid modeling drawings	
01.20	Convert multiple sketches into extruded features.	
01.21	Create the desired sketch to document the design procedures	
01.22	Perform analyses on the sketch procedures and refine the sketch design.	
01.23	Create multiple parts using components of a design tree.	
01.24	Perform advanced mating using multiple parts or sub-assemblies.	
01.25	Define the type of analysis of machine elements of a part.	
01.26	Create and insert render parts into the sheet environment of a solid modeling drawing.	
01.27	Apply basic drawing concepts to molded parts.	
01.28	Create detailed molds or die cavities of parts and assemblies.	
01.29	Derive component parts from an edited mold base.	
01.30	Choose and apply a type of material to use to render parts.	
01.31	Combine 11-13 perform and interpret finite element analysis on modeled objects.	
02.0	Demonstrate proficiency in digital engineering applications for product design–The student will be able to:	
02.01	Create and execute advanced templates.	
02.02	Convert multiple sketches into construction lines.	
02.03	Create and use multiple work planes for advanced functions.	
02.04	Create and modify bottom up assemblies.	
02.05	Create multiple configurations of an individual part.	
02.06	Apply basic drawing concepts to molded parts.	
02.07	Create basic sheet metal drawings. 	
02.08	Create two and three-dimensional drawings related to graphic and industrial design. 	
02.09	Define fundamental two-dimensional and three-dimensional concepts of graphic and industrial design.	
02.10	Demonstrate basic design principles of visual and spatial form as applied to products.	
02.11	Perform analyses and refine industrial design.	
02.12	Apply design features to the two and three dimensional drawings.	
02.13	Describe the fundamentals of product and system design as it relates to the manufacturing and structural considerations in design.	
02.14	Describe the theories related to product and systems design.	
02.15	Solve elementary problems related to the form and function of objects and structures.	
02.16	Describe the fundamentals of material selection for product and system design.	
02.17	Conduct a system design identifying the major phases.	
02.18	Capture physical 3D objects, and reverse engineer accurate CAD models  from 3D scans	
02.19	Demonstrate the use of optical measuring machines.	
02.20	Demonstrate the use of precision hand tools.	
02.21	Perform 1, 2 and 3D measurement routines.	
02.22	Demonstrate ability to effectively collect, consolidate, evaluate, manage and present the information coming from industrial products.	
02.23	Demonstrate ability to effectively collect, consolidate, evaluate, manage and present the information coming from manufacturing operations.	
02.24	Demonstrate the use of coordinates measuring machines.	
03.0	Demonstrate proficiency in the principles, concepts and applications in digital manufacturing processes–The student will be able to:	
03.01	Fabricate a part or an assembly using a rapid prototyping machine.	
03.02	Compare the differing properties and characteristics of common materials used for additive manufacturing models.	
03.03	Develop a part using 3D-CAD software.	
03.04	Perform initial part-build setup on a 3D printer.	
03.05	Describe the different hardware systems used in the production of prototypes, with emphasis on the specific additive manufacturing machines used in lab activities for this course.	
03.06	Define the terminology used in additive manufacturing today.	
03.07	Describe the various additive manufacturing processes.	
03.08	Identify and discuss three main categories of additive manufacturing processes, including specific additive manufacturing machine types used in each of the three categories.	
03.09	Describe the procedures for setting up an additive manufacturing process for a part to run.	
03.10	Demonstrate skill in the use of measurement tools, and dimensional analysis of additive manufacturing models. 	
03.11	Maintain rapid prototyping machines and support equipment in proper working order.	
03.12	Provide post-processing support for the completion of rapid prototype models.	
03.13	Communicate and execute model post process work to meet expectations.	
03.14	Apply learned skills to finish additive manufacturing model projects.	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools and equipment, as well as, experimental, quality, and safety procedures are an integral part of this career and technical program/course. Laboratory investigations benefit all students by developing an understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills required to manage, operate, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment/tools used to make observations. Students understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data. Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students. 

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)

SkillsUSA is the intercurricular career and technical student organization for providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills.  Career and Technical Student Organizations provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction offered.  
Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities to meet individual needs and ensure equal access. Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors. Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education. Accommodations change the way the student is instructed. Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems. Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.

Additional Resources

For additional information regarding articulation agreements, Bright Futures Scholarships, Fine Arts/Practical Arts Credit and Equivalent Mathematics and Equally Rigorous Science Courses please refer to:

http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml