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MECH3003 – Mechanical Design 2
2020 – Session 1, Weekday attendance, North Ryde
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General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Unit Convener and Lecturer
Sammy Diasinos
Contact via 02 9850 9146
44 Waterloo Rd, Room 120
By email appointment
Lecturer
Shaokoon Cheng
44 Waterloo Rd, Room 122
By email appointment
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
((MECH2001 or MECH201) and (MECH2003 or MECH203) and (MECH2004 or MECH204)) or admission to MEngMechEng
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
In this unit, students will develop the skills to produce design solutions for complex engineering design problems. The unit covers knowledge in the design of machine components such as gears, belt drives, chain drives, bearings and shaft systems. At the end of the unit, students are expected to demonstrate the ability to design a complete mechanical system as well as the critical details for components of a larger system. The unit will culminate with an opportunity for the students to present a constructed system and demonstrate its ability to achieve the defined task in a competition. |
Important Academic Dates
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Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- ULO1: Analyse and provide design solutions through the selection of appropriate machine components.
- ULO3: Conceptualise and develop a mechanical system, through a prototype, that will be a viable and cost-effective solution to performing a specified task.
- ULO2: Apply concepts and knowledge in Mechanics of Materials and Materials engineering to generate effective design solutions.
- ULO4: Apply suitable engineering practices, specifically design optimisation skills to enhance the design of a complex mechanical engineering system.
Assessment Tasks
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General Assessment Information
General Assessment Information
1. There will be no tutorial or practicals in week 1.
2. Extension of assessment tasks will only be given for formal academic request that has been applied online.
3. Students are required to refer to Ilearn for detailed marking rubrics for the assessment tasks.
4. In order to pass this unit, a student must obtain a mark of 50 or more for the unit (i.e. obtain a passing grade P/ CR/ D/ HD). For further details about grading, please refer below in the policies and procedures section. The unit will be graded according to the Macquarie University Grading policy. The following grades will be used according to the listed numerical range:
ASSESSMENT GRADES AND STATUS
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GRADE |
RANGE |
STATUS ( ‘Standard Grade’ in AMIS) |
DESCRIPTION |
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HD |
85-100 |
Pass |
Provides consistent evidence of deep and critical understanding in relation to the learning outcomes. There is substantial originality, insight or creativity in identifying, generating and communicating competing arguments, perspectives or problem solving approaches; critical evaluation of problems, their solutions and their implications; creativity in application as appropriate to the program. |
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D |
75-84 |
Pass |
Provides evidence of integration and evaluation of critical ideas, principles and theories, distinctive insight and ability in applying relevant skills and concepts in relation to learning outcomes. There is demonstration of frequent originality or creativity in defining and analysing issues or problems and providing solutions; and the use of means of communication appropriate to the program and the audience. |
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CR |
65-74 |
Pass |
Provides evidence of learning that goes beyond replication of content knowledge or skills relevant to the learning outcomes. There is demonstration of substantial understanding of fundamental concepts in the field of study and the ability to apply these concepts in a variety of contexts; convincing argumentation with appropriate coherent justification; communication of ideas fluently and clearly in terms of the conventions of the program. |
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P |
50-64 |
Pass |
Provides sufficient evidence of the achievement of learning outcomes. There is demonstration of understanding and application of fundamental concepts of the program; routine argumentation with acceptable justification; communication of information and ideas adequately in terms of the conventions of the program. The learning attainment is considered satisfactory or adequate or competent or capable in relation to the specified outcomes. |
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F |
0-49 |
Fail |
Does not provide evidence of attainment of learning outcomes. There is missing or partial or superficial or faulty understanding and application of the fundamental concepts in the field of study; missing, undeveloped, inappropriate or confusing argumentation; incomplete, confusing or lacking communication of ideas in ways that give little attention to the conventions of the program. |
Delivery and Resources
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1. Richard G Budynas, "Shigley's Mechanical Engineering Design." McGrawll Hill, 10th Edition.
Purchased of this textbook is not compulsory but does contain useful material that will benefit one undertaking a career/profession in mechanical engineering design.
2. Students will be expected to utilise CAD software during their assessments. CREO 6.0 is the selected CAD package for this unit and details of how to download the software to install on a student's PC's will be provided during the first week lecture.
3. Other required resources: scientific calculators.
Unit Schedule
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Weeks |
Lecture Topics |
Assignments during tutorials |
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1. |
Introduction to Mechanical Engineering Design 2 and revision of Mechanical Engineering Design |
No tutorial/practical |
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2. |
Diagnostic Test and Introduction to Project Competition |
CAD exercises |
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3. |
Gear Analysis |
Design Process application to project |
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4. |
Belt Drive Analysis |
Gear in class assignment |
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5. |
Chain Drive Analysis |
Belt drive in class assignment |
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6. |
Shaft Analysis |
Chain drive in class assignment |
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7. |
Bearing Analysis |
Shaft in class assignment |
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8. |
Weld Analysis |
Project development (Monday tutorials cancelled due to public holiday) |
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9. |
Mid session test |
Bearing in class assignment |
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10. |
Fastener Analysis |
Project Trial and Presentation |
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11. |
FEA and Topology Optimisation |
Project development |
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12. |
Project Competition |
Project development |
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13. |
Revision |
Report completion |
Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policy-central). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
- Academic Appeals Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progression Policy
- Assessment Policy
- Fitness to Practice Procedure
- Grade Appeal Policy
- Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
- Special Consideration Policy (Note: The Special Consideration Policy is effective from 4 December 2017 and replaces the Disruption to Studies Policy.)
Students seeking more policy resources can visit the Student Policy Gateway (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/student-policy-gateway). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
If you would like to see all the policies relevant to Learning and Teaching visit Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policy-central).
Student Code of Conduct
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/study/getting-started/student-conduct
Results
Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
Student Support
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Learning Skills
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Student Services and Support
Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.
Student Enquiries
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IT Help
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When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use of IT Resources Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.
Changes from Previous Offering
Content has been completely revised to align with curriculum changes. Please do not refer to past papers as an indication of what to expect in the 2020 offering of this unit.
CREO 4.0 has been upgraded to CREO 6.0 which should provide a more efficient workflow for students.
A revised project will be implemented that will better utilise the knowledge obtained in the prerequisite and this unit for a practical exercise.