MEC3416 · Mechanical design 2

Overview

In this integrative level 3 unit, students of mechanical engineering programs are introduced to the design of machine elements covering bearings, shafts, welds, fasteners, gears etc. This leads to an examination of techniques for improving engineering designs based on economic and functional considerations. Geometric and economic tolerancing is further explored. The use of solid modelling software to simulate the behaviour of mechanical devices and produce engineering drawings is introduced. The integration of design skills and related engineering studies is covered through a group exercise to design a mechanical device.

Areas of study: E3001 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Specialisation: Mechanical engineering E6011 Master of Professional Engineering - Specialisation: Mechanical engineering Minor: Electric vehicle technology

Offerings

Assessment

The Handbook lists an examination for this unit.

Continuous assessment: 70% Final assessment: 30% This unit contains threshold hurdle requirements that you must achieve to be able to pass the unit. You are required to achieve at least 45% in the total continuous assessment component and at least 45% in the final assessment component. The consequence of not achieving a hurdle requirement is a fail grade (NH) and a maximum mark of 45 for the unit.

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

Learning outcomes

1. Integrate first- and second-year studies into whole design tasks involving a combination of individual and group work.
2. Design moderately complex mechanical devices with mechanical elements, such as bearing, shafts, fasteners etc.
3. Evaluate mechanical designs by using conventional mathematical techniques including load analysis and stress analysis.
4. Construct virtual devices geometrically and kinematically in solid modelling software.
5. Engage in communications effectively in written, oral and graphical forms through the group project.

Workload

The minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of 3-6 hours of scheduled learning activities and 6-9 hours of independent study per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher-directed learning, peer-directed learning and online engagement. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities.

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.