MEC2103 : Concurrent Design and Manufacture
- Offered for Year: 2017/18
- Module Leader(s): Dr Steven Tay
- Lecturer: Dr Didier Talamona
- Owning School: Engineering
- Teaching Location: Singapore
Semesters
| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 10 |
| Semester 2 Credit Value: | 10 |
| ECTS Credits: | 10.0 |
Aims
To develop the students' ability to consider: the design process; manufacturing methods, and material selection, all "concurrently". The students will be introduced to solid modelling software (Autodesk Inventor) which will not only be used to generate 3D models but also 2D technical drawings. The module will be assessed entirely by project based assignments.
Outline Of Syllabus
Engineering drawing:
Orthographic projection systems (1st and 3rd angle)
Fundamental drawing and dimensioning practices
Engineering fits and limit dimensions
Geometric product specification (encompassing dimensioning and tolerances)
Surface texture and topographical analysis
Principles of mechanical components/systems:
Bearings
Shafts
Couplings
Clutches
Brakes
Transmission and Drive systems
Motors
Manufacturing techniques:
Overview of processes
Introduction to production planning
Advanced processes
Materials selection
Costing
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 15 | 2:00 | 30:00 | Structured presentation of syllabus may include skills demonstration, formative feedback, etc |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 0:30 | 0:30 | Oral Presentation |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 4 | 7:30 | 30:00 | Target non-timetable hours to complete coursework assignment submission |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Practical | 5 | 3:00 | 15:00 | Computer sessions (using Autodesk Inventor) to apply taught material, develop design |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 20 | 3:00 | 60:00 | Problem classes (“tutorials”) to support independent study and reinforce skills practise |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 1 | 64:30 | 64:30 | Recommended regular personal study throughout teaching period to follow up taught classes |
| Total | 200:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
The lectures are used to develop the understanding of mechanical design and manufacturing processes, with reference to ISO standards where applicable. Interactive computer sessions are delivered using: Autodesk Inventor to enhance practice design skills, and CES EduPak to build an understanding of materials selection. Independent study is an opportunity for the students to consolidate knowledge gained from lectures, computer sessions and tutorials to enhance the output of their concurrent design and manufacturing project.
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PC Examination | 180 | 1 | A | 40 | Open book timed exercise |
| Written Examination | 90 | 2 | A | 5 | Open book timed Manufacture Summative Assessment. |
| Oral Examination | 30 | 2 | A | 10 | Individual interview (end of semester 2) for the concurrent design and manufacture project. |
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Report | 2 | M | 20 | Concurrent design and manufacture project, group report (max 7.5 hours). 10 pages excluding figures. Max 2000 words |
| Report | 2 | M | 10 | Individual logbook to accompany the group report for the concurrent design and manufacture project. |
| Report | 2 | M | 15 | Manufacturing assignment (max 7.5 hours). 10 pages. Max 2000 words |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
Engineering design (incorporating principles of technical drawing and 3D modelling using CAD software); and materials selection (using EduPak) are an important prerequisite to undertaking project work. This knowledge is assessed in a 3 hour open book exercise at the end of semester 1 and counts towards 40% of the module.
The “concurrent design and manufacture” group project consists of final group reports (20% and 15% of the module, respectively); individual logbook (10% of the module); individual interview (10% of the module) and a summative assessment on manufacture (5% of the module). The project is supervised from mid of semester one to semester two, with submission required by the end of semester 2. Guidance and formative feedback will be provided “concurrently” by allocated project supervisors.
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- MEC2103's Timetable