Learn by modeling, making, and testing
MAAL courses combine advanced manufacturing theory, computational design, control, and hands-on fabrication. Students move from physical principles to working parts and experimental validation.
Courses and student work
MECH 6910S · Advanced Additive Manufacturing and Topology Optimization featured image

MECH 6910S · Advanced Additive Manufacturing and Topology Optimization

State-of-the-art additive manufacturing processes, design principles, topology optimization, and experimental fabrication.

MESF 5580 · Topology Optimization and Additive Manufacturing featured image

MESF 5580 · Topology Optimization and Additive Manufacturing

Additive manufacturing processes and structurally efficient design for product performance and manufacturing constraints.

MECH 4000O · Introduction to Additive Manufacturing and Rapid Prototyping featured image

MECH 4000O · Introduction to Additive Manufacturing and Rapid Prototyping

A broad introduction to additive manufacturing processes, CAD/CAM, design rules, and hands-on continuous-fiber printing.

MECH 2520 · Design Expo featured image

MECH 2520 · Design Expo

Student design projects, posters, and exhibition guidance from the MECH 2520 Design Expo.