MTE4522

Engineering design

6 points
* 52 lectures plus tutorials
* Second semester
* Clayton

Objectives Design is a complex activity encompassing input from a wide range of disciplines. The main objectives of this course are to develop confidence in undertaking all aspects of the design of a manufactured product in a group environment and in understanding and using computers in engineering design.

Synopsis The design task is analysed to provide insight into the steps to be performed and to assist creativity. Bases for design (eg factor of safety, reliability, risk and fitness for purpose) are discussed, with topics including specification and selection of materials and costing for design. Computer-aided drawing, manufacture using professional packages. Computer numerical control and robotics. Flexible manufacturing.

Recommended texts

Calder G The principles and techniques of engineering estimating Pergamon, 1976
Field B W Mechanical design practices Beginnings Press

Reference

Ashby M F Materials selection in mechanical design vols 1 and 2, Pergamon, 1992
Creese R C, Adithan M and Pabla B S Estimating and costing for the metal manufacturing industries Dekker, 1992
Farag M M Materials and process selection in engineering Applied Science Publishers, 1979
Johnson R C Optimum design of mechanical elements 2nd edn, Wiley, 1980
Stewart R D Cost estimating 2nd edn, Wiley, 1991
Wassell H J H Reliability of engineering products (Engineering Design Guide No. 38) OUP, 1980