MEC2420

Engineering practices: design process (4 points)

(ENG)

Leader: B W Field

Offered:
Clayton First semester 2003 (Day)
Malaysia First semester 2003 (Day)
Malaysia Second semester 2003 (Day)
Clayton First semester 2004 (Day)
Malaysia First semester 2004 (Day)
Malaysia Second semester 2004 (Day)

Synopsis: Model of design, problem definition, solution generation; systematic and random methods. Decision making; compromises. Traditional manufacturing methods: forming; casting, pressing and forging: machining; turning, milling, drilling, threading, grinding, etc. Joining methods: welding, adhesive, rivetting, bolting, keys etc. Safety factors and design analysis. Production of layout drawings, report writing. Design projects involving applied mechanics.

Assessment: Assignments and tests: 100%

Contact Hours: 22 lecture hours and 22 tutorial and laboratory hours

Prerequisites: ENG1201 and ENG1401

Corequisites: MEC1414 or MEC2410 or MEC2414