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Week - 1
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Explanation of the course scope, objectives, and its current position in the industry. The theoretical framework of the transition from traditional ceramic production processes to industrial digital production. An overview of the CAD/CAM ecosystem; analysis of the speed and precision of digital design in ceramic production. |
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Week - 2
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Introduction to the Fusion 360 interface, workspace logic (Design, Manufacture, Render), and project file management. Creation of coordinate systems, navigation tools, and construction planes. Fundamentals of geometric sketching, dimensioning techniques, and the correct use of constraints. |
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Week - 3
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Transition from basic primitive forms to complex geometries. Use of Extrude, Revolve, Sweep, and Loft commands in ceramic design. Analysis of combining (Join), cutting (Cut), and intersecting (Intersect) solid models. Creating basic forms using a parametric modeling approach. |
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Week - 4
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The concept of "variables" in design; using the Parameters panel to dynamically manage tile dimensions, pattern depth, and draft angles. Practice in generating parametric patterns on an industrial tile surface. |
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Week - 5
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Creating more organic and fluid surfaces for ceramic forms. Use of surface creation commands (Patch, Loft, Sculpt), stitching surfaces (Stitch), and converting them into solid bodies. Designing aesthetic details and ergonomic textures through surface modeling. |
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Week - 6
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Control and verification of the holistic pattern formed when tiles are arranged side-by-side. Verification of modular systems in terms of industrial compatibility (grout spacing, assembly details). |
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Week - 7
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Critical analysis of the design's suitability for plaster mold casting. Determining the mold parting line using the Draft Analysis tool. Identifying and correcting undercuts in the digital environment. |
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Week - 8
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Transition to the Fusion 360 Manufacture workspace. Setting up for machining processes; defining stock material, setting the coordinate system (origin), and establishing machine/tool libraries. First CAM trial using the Face Milling strategy. |
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Week - 9
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Roughing strategies to reveal the mold form. Rapid and safe material removal using 2D Adaptive Clearing and Pocket operations. Key safety parameters to consider when creating toolpaths. |
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Week - 10
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Finishing operations to improve surface quality. Usage areas of 3D Contour, Parallel, and Scallop strategies. Techniques to minimize tool marks (stepover) to achieve a smooth surface finish. |
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Week - 11
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Post-processing (G-code generation) workflows. Securing the workpiece on the CNC machine, Z-zero (origin setting) procedures, and safety testing. Ensuring the alignment between digital data and physical machine operation. |
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Week - 12
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Machining the mold from a plaster block using the CNC machine. Surface sanding, removing surface irregularities, and preparing the model for casting or pressing processes. |
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Week - 13
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Preparation of digital presentation boards for the completed ceramic tiles. |
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Week - 14
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Evaluation of deviations between the digital model and the physical production stages. Exhibition of the industrial modular tile series and process critique. Final assembly and preparation of the produced modular ceramic tiles for display. |
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