Overview

This unit will help you to develop a systematic method of capturing design requirements, tools for ideation, estimation and decision-making. Primary and secondary manufacturing processes, assembly techniques. Engineering graphics for problem-solving, manufacturing communication and ideation. Report writing, teamwork in solving design problems involving the integration of mechanical elements in prototype … For more content click the Read More button below.

Offerings

S1-01-CLAYTON-FLEXIBLE
S1-01-MALAYSIA-ON-CAMPUS

Requisites

Prohibition

Rules

Enrolment Rule

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Associate Professor Scott Wordley

Unit Coordinator(s)

Associate Professor Scott Wordley
Dr Chiew Yeong Shiong

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.

Apply engineering design techniques to solve engineering problems.

2.

Construct engineering technical drawings by hand or using CAD, to communicate concepts, detail designs, assemblies and manufacturing intent.

3.

Design a prototype device and validate its real-world performance to comply with safety and specific rules.

4.

Manage a complex engineering project within the limitations of cost, human factors, sustainability and rules or standards compliance.

5.

Interpret the technical issues and performance of prototype device built.

Teaching approach

Active learning

Assessment summary

Continuous assessment: 100%

Assessment

1 - CAD tasks
2 - SolidWorks in-semester exam
3 - Major project

Supplementary assessment

Supplementary assessment is not available for this unit. Check the supplementary assessments page for details about exemptions.

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Studio activities
Workshops

Workload requirements

Workload

Learning resources

Required resources

Other unit costs

The following item is mandatory for practical aspects of the unit and should be purchased at your own cost as you will be reusing them throughout your course.

  • Calculator
  • Compulsory workbook - Approximately AUD15
  • Materials: pen, pencil, eraser, ruler - Approximately AUD15
  • Prototyping materials - Approximately AUD100

Availability in areas of study

E3001 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Specialisation: Aerospace engineering
E3001 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Specialisation: Mechanical engineering
E3001 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Specialisation: Robotics and mechatronics engineering
E6011 Master of Professional Engineering - Specialisation: Mechanical engineering
Minor: Smart manufacturing