MECH 1382 - Injection Molding: Part Problems & Solutions

Credit hours: 3

Industry Certifications Course 2 of 2 to receive Paulson “Pro-Molder” Cert

Course Description:
This course provides the student with basic knowledge and characteristics of common defects encountered during the injection molding process. Included are splay, flash, short shots, weld and flow lines, burns, jetting, blush, delamination, cracks and breakage, voids and sinks, warp, and controlling part dimensions. The structured approach to problem troubleshooting presented will aid the student in identifying the source of the problem, (machine, material, process, or mold).

Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, students will demonstrate the ability to:

Name and describe the common defects encountered during the plastic injection molding process.
Give an overview of the structured approach to injection molding problem troubleshooting
Describe the difference between internal and external problem sources.