1 Introduction 2 Fundamentals of the mechanical behavior of materials 3 Structure and manufacturing properties of metals 4 Surfaces, tribology, dimensional characteristics, inspection, and product Quality assurance 5 Metal-casting processes and equipment; heat treatment 6 Bulk deformation processes 7 Sheet-metal forming processes 8 Material-removal pocesses: cutting 9 Material-removal processes: abrasive, chemical, electrical, and high-energy beams 10 Properties and processing of polymers and reinforced plastics; rapid prototyping and rapid tooling 11 Properties and processing of metal powders, ceramics, glasses, composites, and superconductors 12 Joining and fastening processes 13 Fabrication of microelectronic, micromechanical, and microelectromechanical devices; nanomanufacturing 14 Automation of manufacturing processes and operations 15 Computer-integrated manufacturing systems 16 Product design and manufacturing in a global competitive environment

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