MONASH UNIVERSITY FACULTY HANDBOOKS

Engineering Handbook 1996

Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996

MEC3403

Engineering practices: machine design

J Mathew

Objectives To develop an understanding of the design process and its place in the product development cycle. To understand the importance of modelling as a basic activity in the design process. To acquire knowledge of design techniques (value analysis, failure analysis, concept formulation). To acquire an understanding of basic metal working and machining processes and their relation to the design process.

Synopsis Design methodology. Value analysis. Fluid power. Design for assembly. The Boothroyd/Dewhurst theory. Machining processes. Economics of process planning and machining.

Assessment Tests: 50% + Design projects: 50%

Recommended texts

• Baumeister (ed.) Marks' standard handbook for mechanical engineers McGraw-Hill
• De Garmo and others Materials and processes in manufacturing Macmillan