Subject learning objectives (SLOs)

Upon successful completion of this subject students should be able to:

1. Design simple machine structural components for strength and stiffness. (C.1)

2. Analyse relatively simple machine structural components by applying fundamental engineering mechanics and mechanics of materials concepts. (D.1)

3. Apply experimental and computational techniques to analyse simple mechanical components. (D.1)

Course intended learning outcomes (CILOs)

This subject also contributes specifically to the development of the following Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILOs):

Design Oriented: FEIT graduates apply problem solving, design and decision-making methodologies to develop components, systems and processes to meet specified requirements. (C.1)

Technically Proficient: FEIT graduates apply abstraction, mathematics and discipline fundamentals, software, tools and techniques to evaluate, implement and operate systems. (D.1)

Contribution to the development of graduate attributes

Teaching and learning strategies

Students will learn how to design and analyse mechanical components through practice-based problem solving and associated laboratory/workshop activities. This will occur during on-campus classes with peers and with tutor

guidance and during students’ self-study time. Online learning resources such as videos, notes, quizzes and challenges aim to enable students to flexibly access, learn and use the subject content.

This subject consists of consistent learning and work throughout the semester. The learning environment will include

(1) online learning materials, (2) weekly face-to-face tutorials, and (3) laboratory/workshop classes.

Feedback and opportunities for reflection on content will be provided during tutorials where students are advised to actively participate in learning activities facilitated by the tutor.

Online learning materials are to be completed to help students learn from participation in individual and collaborative in-class activities in tutorials and labs/workshops.

Formative activities with immediate feedback will be used throughout the online learning modules to help students monitor their progress and understanding of content.

Students will complete several assignments that include practice-based/authentic problem-solving tasks to demonstrate learning of concepts and skills.

Students may also participate in laboratory/workshop classes and complete a design/laboratory report.

Content (topics)

Engineering mechanics - statics Force systems and moments

Particle and rigid body equilibrium Trusses

Machines and Frames Solid mechanics Normal and shear stress and strain

Material properties

Axial loadingBending Torsion

Program

Revision of Introduction to Mech. Eng., Physical Modelling and Math Modelling 1

1

5 Aug

Introduction to design for strength and stiffness. Revision of particle equilibrium, springs (simple), moments and rigid body equilibrium.

2

12 Aug

Force system resultants and rigid body equilibrium.

3

19 Aug

Structural analysis. Trusses. Springs (advanced).

5

2 Sept

Design for strength. Internal actions. Stress.

6

9 Sept

Strain. Mechanical properties. Axial load.

7

16 Sept

Internal actions. Shear and bending diagrams.

8

23 Sept

Bending stress and basic beam design.

Notes:

Lab1 - Tensile testing

30 Sept

StuVac - no classes

9

7 Oct

Torsion and shear stress. Angle of twist. Simple shaft design.

10

14 Oct

Transverse shear stress in beams.

11

21 Oct

Deflection of beams and shafts.

Assessment

Assessment task 1: Pass-level problem solving

Intent:

To demonstrate level of understanding of the content and ability to apply engineering mechanics and stress and deflection analysis methods.

Objective(s):

This assessment task addresses the following subject learning objectives (SLOs):

1 and 2

This assessment task contributes to the development of the following Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILOs):

C.1 and D.1

Type:

Quiz/test

Groupwork:

Individual

Task:

Completion of four quizzes consisting of analysis and design problems. Two attempts permitted. Open book.

Length:

Each quiz will contain several analysis and design problems.

Due:

Quiz 1 – Week 3, Quiz 2 – Week 6, Quiz 3 – Week 9, Quiz 4 – Week 12.

Assessment task 2: Laboratory work and project