012: Innovating CAD Education for the Next Generation

Aug 7, 2019

Digital Enterprise Society is the authority on the transformation to a digital enterprise, impacting all areas of an organization. Tune in for discussions among industry leaders about operations and action needed to drive digitization principles forward for the future of product development and life cycles.

 

On this episode of the Digital Enterprise Society podcast Thom Singer and Craig Brown welcome Rosemary Astheimer, assistant professor and 3D CAD expert from Purdue University’s Polytechnic Institute.  Rosemary has worked as both a project manager and applications  engineer and has joined the DES podcast to talk about overcoming design challenges in the CAD world and the many changes that will come with 3D printing.  She shares insights into her current web-based classroom setting, what the next generation of engineers is looking to do with their education and skills, and her number one tip for anyone that is looking for a mentor in their professional career.

 

On today’s podcast you will learn:

 

Has CAD reached its full potential?

• ● From the physical design of a 3D model standpoint, the answer is yes. 
• ● Consider all that can be done with a CAD model after it has been designed.
• ● From a model-based definition, including manufacturing, materials and inspection, there is still room to grow.
• ● Challenges about sharing information still need to be solved.
• Challenges with a model-based definition

• ● The person designing a part may not be aware of how best to manufacture the part.
• ● Cost has to be considered with any design.
• ● Smaller or tighter does not equal better.
• ● 3D printing and situations when additive manufacturing may not be the best option.
• Insights from the professor of a flipped classroom

• ● Benefits of changing the traditional classroom setting to an on-demand learning experience.
• ● Overcoming the challenges of a web-based classroom setting.
• ● What does the next generation of engineers want to do with their education?
• Top tips for finding a mentor

• ● Take advantage of the resources at the Digital Enterprise Society.
• ● Go to conferences and talk to people.
• ● Ask seasoned professionals for their advice for a successful career.
• ● Reach out to anyone that impresses you with their writing or speaking.
• ● Find ways to get involved in programs
• Continue the conversation with us within the Digital Enterprise Society Community at www.DigitalEnterpriseSociety.org
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