2014 – 2015
Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

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

CCC	
CIP Number	0615000009	
Program Type	College Credit Certificate (CCC)	
Program Length	24 credit hours	
CTSO	SkillsUSA	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	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	
Targeted Occupation List	http://www.labormarketinfo.com/wec/TargetOccupationList.htm	
Perkins Technical Skill Attainment Inventory	http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/perkins/perkins_resources.asp 	
Statewide Articulation	http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/dwdframe/artic_frame.asp 	

Purpose

This certificate program is part of the Engineering Technology AS degree program (0615000001).  

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 digital engineering applications for product design.
03.0	Demonstrate proficiency in the principles, concepts and applications in digital manufacturing processes.
04.0	Demonstrate proficiency in the principles, concepts and applications in fabrication techniques.
05.0	Demonstrate proficiency in the set-up and operation of manual and CNC machining centers.
06.0	Demonstrate proficiency in computer-aided drafting/computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) software.

2014 – 2015
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title:	Digital Manufacturing Specialist
CIP Number:		0615000009
Program Length:	24 credit hours
SOC Code(s):		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	Combine 11-13 perform and interpret finite element analysis on modeled objects.	
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	Create and insert render parts into the sheet environment of a solid modeling drawing.	
02.0	Demonstrate proficiency in digital engineering design fundamentals–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	Capture physical 3D objects, and reverse engineer accurate CAD models from 3D scans.	
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	Demonstrate the use of coordinates measuring machines.	
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	Describe the fundamentals of product and system design as it relates to the manufacturing and structural considerations in design.	
03.0	Demonstrate proficiency in the principles, concepts and applications in digital manufacturing fundamentals–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 various additive manufacturing processes.	
03.06	Define the terminology used in additive manufacturing today.	
03.07	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.	
03.08	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 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.	
04.0	Demonstrate proficiency in the principles, concepts and applications in metal fabrication methods--The student will be able to:	
04.01	Understand professionalism in the manufacturing environment.	
04.02	Understand, use and work with precision numbers.	
04.03	Interpret mechanical drawings.	
04.04	Demonstrate the use of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.	
04.05	Understand materials, and machining processes.	
04.06	Demonstrate the safe and proper use of and the basic adjustments and maintenance for power tools according to the manufacturer’s recommendations.	
04.07	Identify the use and process in part layout.	
04.08	Demonstrate a working knowledge of metal forming equipment.	
04.09	Demonstrate the use of precision steel rulers.	
04.10	Demonstrate the use of oxy – fuel cutting.	
04.11	Demonstrate acceptable methods in tungsten inert gas welding.	
04.12	Demonstrate acceptable methods in gas metal arc welding.	
04.13	Demonstrate acceptable methods to use a dial indicator.	
04.14	Explain the use of a height gauge to measure stock.	
04.15	Demonstrate acceptable methods hand cutting and forming sheet metal.	
04.16	Demonstrate the use of layout sheet metal tools.	
04.17	Demonstrate acceptable methods using micro-counter sinks.	
04.18	Demonstrate acceptable methods of riveting solid rivets.	
04.19	Demonstrate acceptable methods to use an ironworker.	
04.20	Demonstrate acceptable methods using a break and shear.	
04.21	Demonstrate the use of dial calipers.	
04.22	Identify and characterize composite materials and commodities. 	
04.23	Identify uses and hazards involved in handling common composite supplies.	
04.24	Demonstrate knowledge of handling composite materials, adhesives, solvents, etc.	
04.25	Identify tools used in composite fabrication and repair.	
04.26	Demonstrate the safe and proper use of and the basic adjustments and maintenance for dust collection equipment according to the manufacturer’s recommendations.	
04.27	Set up and apply the use of clamps and vices.	
05.0	Demonstrate proficiency in the set-up and operation of manual and CNC machining centers--The student will be able to:	
05.01	Set up and maintain a manual lathe and mill.	
05.02	Demonstrate acceptable processes using a manual lathe and mill.	
05.03	Demonstrate acceptable control of machining processes	
05.04	Identify and define the physics of machine cutting metals.	
05.05	Demonstrate the characteristics of machining cutting tools.	
05.06	Define and identify parameters of cutting tool life.	
05.07	Demonstrate efficient parameters in production processes.	
05.08	Demonstrate the process to drill and layout holes to a specific size.	
05.09	Identify baseline machining layout.	
05.10	Identify manual machining procedures used in CNC programming.	
05.11	Identify grinding machining practices and processes.	
05.12	Identify thread types and tooling used in machining.	
05.13	Identify metal alloys and their properties in machining.	
05.14	Demonstrate job planning procedures in machining.	
05.15	Demonstrate procedures to calculate cutting tool speeds and feeds.	
05.16	Demonstrate methods for accessing machine RPM.	
05.17	Identify coordinate and primary machining axes.	
05.18	Define and describe Absolute and incremental coordinates.	
05.19	Identify the five CNC drive components.	
05.20	Demonstrate rapid travel and interpolation.	
05.21	Identify and define industrial machining and turning centers.	
05.22	Identify processes for program creation and data management.	
05.23	Demonstrate acceptable procedures in starting CNC machines.	
05.24	Demonstrate the CNC machine controls for set up and operation.	
05.25	Demonstrate acceptable procedures to set up a CNC machining center.	
05.26	Demonstrate acceptable procedures to run programs using a CNC machining center.	
05.27	Demonstrate acceptable procedures to generate a CNC program.	
05.28	Demonstrate acceptable procedures in CNC job planning.	
05.29	Identify cutting tools collets and holding fixtures.	
05.30	Identify CNC tooling and applications.	
05.31	Define CNC programming code words and conventions.	
05.32	Define and demonstrate CNC program fixed cycles.	
05.33	Explain basic use of CAD/CAM software and processes.	
06.0	Demonstrate proficiency in computer-aided drafting/computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) software–The student will be able to:	
06.01	Create CAD/CAM geometry for tool path processing.	
06.02	Demonstrate procedures to import/export CAD/CAM files.	
06.03	Demonstrate contouring using CAM tool path commands.	
06.04	Apply pocketing using CAM tool path commands.	
06.05	Demonstrate drill cycles using CAM tool path commands.	
06.06	Demonstrate thread cycles using CAM tool path commands.	
06.07	Demonstrate engraving using CAM tool path commands.	
06.08	Construct lettering using CAM tool path commands.	
06.09	Demonstrate nesting using CAM tool path commands.	
06.10	Describe procedures for CAM post-processing.	
06.11	Apply tool path verification for a CAM program.	
06.12	Apply job set-up procedures for a CAM program.	
06.13	Demonstrate ability to save, copy, delete, and rename computer files with Windows-based programs.	
06.14	Create a CNC machining working portfolio.	
06.15	Demonstrate the use of back plotting in a CAM program.	
06.16	Demonstrate how to modify an existing tool path.	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory activities are an integral part of this program.  These activities include instruction in the use of safety procedures, tools, equipment, materials, and processes related to these occupations.  Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students. 

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)

SkillsUSA is the appropriate 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.  The activities of such organizations are defined as part of the curriculum in accordance with Rule 6A-6.065, F.A.C.

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities as identified on the secondary student’s Individual Educational Plan (IEP) or 504 plan or postsecondary student’s accommodations’ plan 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.

Articulation

For details on articulation agreements which correlate to programs and industry certifications refer to http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/dwdframe/artic_frame.asp.