Introduction to Mechanical Engineering Design (ECM2103)

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Module status - Active
Module description status - Inactive
Credits - 15
College code - EMP
Academic year - 2014/5

Module staff

Duration (weeks) - term 1

0

Duration (weeks) - term 2

11

Duration (weeks) - term 3

0

Number students taking module (anticipated)

80

Module description

Engineering design is a complex activity, which combines very technical aspects with more creative ones. In this hands on module, you will learn a rigorous method of design (Total Design), which will give you an understanding of the real design-manufacture-test process. You will produce engineering drawings and appreciate their use as a method of unambiguous communication. Furthermore, you will be able to analyse and select basic mechanical components such as threads, gears and bearings as well as materials. In addition, you will learn how to bring together multiple aspects of the core course, and apply them to exercises in design, drawing, and analysis. During the course you will also have the opportunity to work in a small team to design and manufacture a mechanical device that will tested in a competitive environment.

Prerequisite module: ECM1101, ECM1107, ECM2103 or equivalent



 

Module aims

The aim of this module is to introduce you to the fundamental concepts in engineering design.This module is designed to establish the foundation for advanced mechanical design modules and mechanical design orientated projects.

This module covers Specific Learning Outcomes in Engineering, which apply to accredited programmes at Bachelors/MEng/Masters level. These contribute to the  educational requirements for CEng registration (as defined under the UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence – UK-SPEC).

This module correlates to references U2, E1, E2, E3, D1, D2, D3, D4, D6, S2, S4, P1, P2, P4 and P6. These references are indices of the specific learning outcomes expected of Bachelors/MEng/Masters candidates set out in UK-SPEC, codified with reference to systems used by professional accrediting institutions. A full list of the standards can be found on the Engineering Council's website, at http://www.engc.org.uk

ILO: Module-specific skills

  • 1. show an awareness of the total design process (including concept, design, drawing, manufacturing and testing);
  • 2. comprehend the use and operation of bearings, gears, springs, and other common engineering components;
  • 3. justify the choice of engineering materials.

ILO: Discipline-specific skills

  • 4. understand and draw adhering to the BS8888 industry drawing standard;
  • 5. apply your theoretical knowledge to the solution of a real problem;
  • 6. use standard workshop tools under supervision (lathe, drill, milling machine) and follow safety rules.

ILO: Personal and key skills

  • 7. work in a small group and complete tasks to a deadline;
  • 8. write a structured project report.

Syllabus plan

- engineering drawing fundamentals and/or revision, dimensioning and tolerancing for performance and economic manufacture;

- simple engineering metrology, inspection, linear and angular measurement, surface texture;

- introduction to materials selection procedures using selection maps;

- design of simple machine elements;

- testing of materials, tension, compression, and shear;

- basic manufacturing processes.

Learning activities and teaching methods (given in hours of study time)

Scheduled Learning and Teaching ActivitiesGuided independent studyPlacement / study abroad
421080

Details of learning activities and teaching methods

CategoryHours of study timeDescription
Scheduled learning and teaching activities14Lectures
Scheduled learning and teaching activities28Laboratories/tutorials
Guided independent study108Lecture preparation; wider reading

Formative assessment

Form of assessmentSize of the assessment (eg length / duration)ILOs assessedFeedback method
Drawing exercises2 hours4Verbal, corrected in class
Mock test2 hours2-5Verbal, corrected in class

Summative assessment (% of credit)

CourseworkWritten examsPractical exams
10000

Details of summative assessment

Form of assessment% of creditSize of the assessment (eg length / duration)ILOs assessedFeedback method
Coursework – marked drawing exercise101 BS8888 drawing, 6 hours4Comments on drawing, special lecture on drawing mistakes
Coursework – concept designs5Group, 6-10 pages (sketches, matrix, little text)1,7Comments on report, interactive feedback in design studio
Coursework – design calculations5Group, 6-10 pages (equations, tables + explanatory text)2,5,7Comments on report, interactive feedback in design studio
Coursework – part and assembly drawings5Group, 6-10 pages (Assembly, drawings, little text)3,4,7Comments on report, interactive feedback in design studio
Coursework – competition104 hoursAllInteractive, during competition
Coursework – manufacture58 hours per group, in student workshop6Interactive, during competition

Details of re-assessment (where required by referral or deferral)

Original form of assessmentForm of re-assessmentILOs re-assessedTimescale for re-assessment
All aboveCoursework (100%)AllCompleted over summer with a deadline in August

Re-assessment notes

If a module is normally assessed entirely by coursework, all referred/deferred assessments will normally be by assignment.

If a module is normally assessed by examination or examination plus coursework, referred and deferred assessment will normally be by examination. For referrals, only the examination will count, a mark of 40% being awarded if the examination is passed. For deferrals, candidates will be awarded the higher of the deferred examination mark or the deferred examination mark combined with the original coursework mark.

Indicative learning resources - Basic reading

 

  1. Manual of Engineering Drawing to British and International Standards,Simmons, C Maguire, D, Phelps, N,3rd,Newnes,2003,604.2 SIM/X,978-075-065-120-2,
  2. Mechanical engineering design,Shigley, Joseph,7th,McGraw-Hill Education,2004,621.815 SHI,978-0071232708
  3. Total Design,Pugh, S.,,Addison-Wesley Publishing Co.,1990,620.0042 PUG,978-0201416398,

Module has an active ELE page?

Yes

Indicative learning resources - Web based and electronic resources

ELE – http://vle.exeter.ac.uk

 

Module ECTS

7.5

Module pre-requisites

ECM1107 Materials and Manufacturing: Core Engineering 2

Module co-requisites

None

NQF level (module)

5

Available as distance learning?

No

Origin date

19/11/12

Last revision date

19/11/12

Key words search

Design; technical drawing; engineering components; mechanical engineering components; fasteners; bearings; gears; tolerance; material selection.