Unit information: Computer-based Modelling 2 in 2008/09

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Unit name Computer-based Modelling 2
Unit code MENG21711
Credit points 10
Level of study I/5
Teaching block(s) Teaching Block 4 (weeks 1-24)
Unit director Dr. Harrison
Open unit status Not open
Pre-requisites

MENG115011 or equivalent

Co-requisites

None

School/department Department of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty Faculty of Engineering

Description including Unit Aims

This unit is made up of two parts: CAD and Computing. CAD: The aim is to introduce the student to CAD and to applications and current industrial practice in the subject. This unit consists of the following: CAD Project - The principles of geometric modelling and product visualisation are exploited through conceptual design of a royal crest and casing for an automatic chip sorting machine using the Faculty CAE facilities. Computing: In-depth programming project - During the first six laboratory sessions, students will be required to undertake a computer-based project, during which they will develop a model of an engineering or scientific system. The models will be developed in the Matlab environment. Supporting notes are provided for each project. These projects will be assessed during the sixth session. Introduction to Simulink - During the final two laboratory sessions, students will be given a brief introduction to Simulink.