MTH401 Production Technologies via 3D Printing

4 ECTS - 3-0 Duration (T+A)- 7. Semester- 3 National Credit

Information

Unit FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING PR.
Code MTH401
Name Production Technologies via 3D Printing
Term 2026-2027 Academic Year
Semester 7. Semester
Duration (T+A) 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 4 ECTS
National Credit 3 National Credit
Teaching Language Türkçe
Level Lisans Dersi
Type Normal
Label FE Field Education Courses E Elective
Mode of study Yüz Yüze Öğretim
Catalog Information Coordinator Prof. Dr. YUSUF KUVVETLİ
Course Instructor Prof. Dr. YUSUF KUVVETLİ (Güz) (A Group) (Ins. in Charge)


Course Goal / Objective

To introduce additive manufacturing technologies and teach digital manufacturing processes using FDM and SLM methods with various materials.

Course Content

Production processes utilizing plastic, metal, and ceramic materials via 3D printing methods—particularly FDM and SLM technologies—are introduced.

Course Precondition

To have taken courses in basic manufacturing technologies or materials science.

Resources

Lecture slides

Notes

Lecture slides


Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Explains the fundamental principles of FDM and SLM printing technologies.
LO02 Recognizes the materials used in additive manufacturing processes (plastic, metal, ceramic).
LO03 Evaluates the production parameters and application areas of 3D printers.
LO04 Determines design and manufacturing strategies suitable for additive manufacturing.
LO05 Analyzes the role of digital manufacturing technologies in engineering.


Relation with Program Learning Outcome

Order Type Program Learning Outcomes Level
PLO01 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Acquires sufficient knowledge in mathematics, science and Industrial Engineering discipline-specific subjects; acquires the ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these fields in complex engineering problems.
PLO02 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Acquires the ability to identify, define, formulate and analytically solve complex Industrial Engineering problems; and has the ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modelling methods for this purpose.
PLO03 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Acquires the ability to design a complex system, process, device or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; acquires the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
PLO04 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Acquires the ability to select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in Industrial Engineering applications and acquires the ability to use information technologies effectively. 4
PLO05 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Acquire the skills to design and conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results to investigate complex Industrial Engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics.
PLO06 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Have the ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams or individually. 3
PLO07 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, both verbally and in writing; knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write and understand effective reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
PLO08 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı They have awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; they have the ability to access information, follow developments in science and technology, and constantly renew themselves. 5
PLO09 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Acting in accordance with ethical principles, becoming knowledgeable about the standards used in engineering practices with awareness of professional and ethical responsibility.
PLO10 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Learn about business practices such as project management, risk management and change management, and is aware of entrepreneurship and innovation.
PLO11 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Informed about the universal and societal impacts of engineering practices on health, environment and safety, and the contemporary problems reflected in the field of engineering, and is aware of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.
PLO12 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Benefit from the power of effective communication in professional life and has the ability to interpret developments correctly.
PLO13 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Have the ability to design, develop, implement and improve integrated systems that include machines, people, time, information or money.
PLO14 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği By applying modern design methods, they have the ability to design, develop, implement and improve complex products, processes, businesses and systems under realistic conditions and constraints such as cost, environment, sustainable development, energy, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety and political issues.


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 Introduction to additive manufacturing Reading sources related to the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
2 Classification of 3D printing technologies Reading sources related to the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
3 Fundamental principles of FDM technology Reading sources related to the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
4 FDM materials and production parameters Reading sources related to the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
5 FDM application examples Reading sources related to the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Gösterip Yaptırma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama
6 Fundamental principles of SLM technology Reading sources related to the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
7 SLM materials and production parameters Reading sources related to the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
8 Mid-Term Exam Midterm exam preparation Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav
9 SLM application areas Reading sources related to the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Gösterip Yaptırma
10 3D printing with ceramic and composite materials Reading sources related to the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Gösterip Yaptırma
11 Design approaches for additive manufacturing Reading sources related to the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Gösterip Yaptırma
12 Software tools and slicing processes Reading sources related to the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
13 Production process planning and material selection Reading sources related to the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Gösterip Yaptırma
14 Technical evaluation and general application examples 1 Reading sources related to the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Gösterip Yaptırma
15 Technical evaluation and general application examples 2 Reading sources related to the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Gösterip Yaptırma
16 Term Exams Final exam preparation Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav
17 Term Exams Final exam preparation Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav


Student Workload - ECTS

Works Number Time (Hour) Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42
Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 3 42
Assesment Related Works
Homeworks, Projects, Others 0 0 0
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 2 2
Final Exam 1 2 2
Total Workload (Hour) 88
Total Workload / 25 (h) 3,52
ECTS 4 ECTS

Update Time: 08.10.2026 04:44