| Unit name | Design and Manufacture 2 |
|---|---|
| Unit code | MENG26000 |
| Credit points | 20 |
| Level of study | I/5 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 4 (weeks 1-24) |
| Unit director | Emeritus Professor. Burgess |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Pre-requisites | |
| Co-requisites |
None |
| School/department | Department of Mechanical Engineering |
| Faculty | Faculty of Engineering |
This unit is made up of two parts: CAD and Mechatronics
CAD: This unit consists of lectures and design exercises in the computer labs. The lectures will teach the fundamental principles of CAD, machine element design and automotive technology.
There will be four mini projects. The might include the following examples: design and analysis of a chair; design of a steering assembly for a small vehicle; designing the suspension system for a small vehicle and design of a small vehicle.
Students will initially carry out the mini projects in supervised lab sessions. They will then complete the case studies in their own time. Students will produce coursework consisting of CAD drawings, engineering calculations and reports.
Mechatronics: (remains unchanged from previous years) The unit will enable students to develop the skills to identify key design parameters, select suitable components from manufacturers' data, produce detailed designs from this information, and meet the needs of mechanical engineers with respect to electromechanical systems. This is achieved using specific examples of mechatronic systems in the automotive, manufacturing, robotics and biomedical industries. The unit also covers sensors, their interface with microprocessors, actuators and computer-based control. The unit also provides an introduction to engine design and performance analysis. The course is assessed by continuous assessment.
