Medical Device Manufacturing: Processes, Equipment and Techniques

Today's medical manufacturing environment requires state-of-the-art manufacturing processes to deliver the highest quality components for the lowest cost. This course focuses on manufacturing materials, processes and equipment that are routinely used in the manufacturing of modern medical devices. Instruction emphasizes understanding the capabilities of manufacturing processes and developing manufacturing strategies based on engineering requirements, product volume and cost constraints. Students will be introduced to both long-standing materials and concepts that are fundamental to the industry, as well as the latest trends, such as digital manufacturing, Artificial Intelligence (AI) integration and environmental concerns.