Keeping pace with the latest advances in jigs and fixtures, this course covers thoroughly how and why jigs and fixtures are designed and built.  From simple template and plate-type workholders to complex channel and box-type tooling, economy and simplicity in tool design is stressed throughout.  This course is also a step-by-step introduction to the design of stamping dies including material, punches, die sets, stops, strippers, gages, pilots and presses.  Special attention is given to the use of standard parts catalogs.  The function of this course is to call upon the knowledge and skills acquired by the student in supporting and related courses to analyze and solve specific design problems.  CAD lab is required to complete drawings.