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MEC4426

Computer-aided design ( 6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL)

Undergraduate
(ENG)

Leader: R Jones

Offered:
Clayton First semester 2006 (Day)

Synopsis: Figures of merit, single variable optimisation, selection of optimal materials, multivariable optimisation, optimisation techniques. FEM, FEA, boundary conditions, symmetry, displacement loading, press fits, rigid links, seam/spot welds, advanced FEA.

Assessment: Examination (2 hours): 80% + Project: 20%

Contact Hours: 22 lecture hours and 22 practice class hours

Prerequisites: 96 cps completed