Overview
This unit introduces you to the relationship between material properties, structure, and functional performance of mechanical components such as gears, shafts, bearings, fasteners etc. You will apply material selection to determine the load for individual machine elements. Subsequently, you will learn to determine the shape and sizes of components by the way of comprehensive analysis, estimation, and selection. You will select and specify common mechanical components like drive line, shafts, axles, gears, bearings, mechanical fasteners, and other relevant parts and modules complying with the relevant standards and codes. You will specify fits and tolerances, and finishes required for mechanical components.
Details
Pre-requisites or Co-requisites
ENAG11005 Mechanics or ENEG11006 Engineering Statics, and MATH11160 Technology Mathematics or MATH11218 Engineering Foundation Mathematics.
Important note: Students enrolled in a subsequent unit who failed their pre-requisite unit, should drop the subsequent unit before the census date or within 10 working days of Fail grade notification. Students who do not drop the unit in this timeframe cannot later drop the unit without academic and financial liability. See details in the Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework).
Offerings For Term 2 - 2021
Attendance Requirements
All on-campus students are expected to attend scheduled classes – in some units, these classes are identified as a mandatory (pass/fail) component and attendance is compulsory. International students, on a student visa, must maintain a full time study load and meet both attendance and academic progress requirements in each study period (satisfactory attendance for International students is defined as maintaining at least an 80% attendance record).
Recommended Student Time Commitment
Each 6-credit Undergraduate unit at CQUniversity requires an overall time commitment of an average of 12.5 hours of study per week, making a total of 150 hours for the unit.
Class Timetable
Assessment Overview
Assessment Grading
This is a graded unit: your overall grade will be calculated from the marks or grades for each assessment task, based on the relative weightings shown in the table above. You must obtain an overall mark for the unit of at least 50%, or an overall grade of ‘pass’ in order to pass the unit. If any ‘pass/fail’ tasks are shown in the table above they must also be completed successfully (‘pass’ grade). You must also meet any minimum mark requirements specified for a particular assessment task, as detailed in the ‘assessment task’ section (note that in some instances, the minimum mark for a task may be greater than 50%). Consult the University’s Grades and Results Policy for more details of interim results and final grades.
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- Grades and Results Policy
- Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework)
- Review of Grade Procedure
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- Monitoring Academic Progress (MAP) Policy and Procedure – International Students
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Feedback, Recommendations and Responses
Every unit is reviewed for enhancement each year. At the most recent review, the following staff and student feedback items were identified and recommendations were made.
Feedback from Students
Avoid using multiple textbooks.
Stay with the prescribed textbook but assignment and exercise questions should be taken from the textbook and other books.
Feedback from Students
Improve Moodle navigation.
Unit Moodle site should be built up as new with updated materials, older materials must not be mixed up with new ones.
Feedback from Students
A large amount of topics and materials covered.
For AD Engineering students, it is suggested to reconsider the unit schedule and content and reduce the number of topics in respect of this offering. Some students appreciated the wider scope of learning.
Feedback from Students
Elaborated feedback on assignments appreciated.
Keep providing elaborate feedback and suggestions for improvement in assignments.
Feedback from Students
Delayed assessment item return.
Return marked assessment items within two weeks.
- Explain the relationship between material properties, structure, and functional performance of mechanical components such as gears, shafts, bearings, fasteners etc
- Perform simple stress analysis using design limiting criteria to select mechanical components
- Interpret Australian standards and design codes governing the selection of mechanical components
- Identify components to suit a given application and justify the basis for the selection
- Work and learn collaboratively to complete a team project.
The Learning Outcomes for this unit are linked with the Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competency Standards for Engineering Associates in the areas of 1. Knowledge and Skill Base, 2. Engineering Application Ability and 3. Professional and Personal Attributes at the following levels:
Introductory
Intermediate
Advanced
Note: LO refers to the Learning Outcome number(s) which link to the competency and the levels: N – Introductory, I – Intermediate and A - Advanced.
Alignment of Assessment Tasks to Learning Outcomes
Assessment Tasks | Learning Outcomes | ||||
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1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |
1 - Written Assessment - 40% | |||||
2 - Written Assessment - 50% | |||||
3 - Online Quiz(zes) - 10% |
Alignment of Graduate Attributes to Learning Outcomes
Graduate Attributes | Learning Outcomes | ||||
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1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |
1 - Communication | |||||
2 - Problem Solving | |||||
3 - Critical Thinking | |||||
4 - Information Literacy | |||||
5 - Team Work | |||||
6 - Information Technology Competence | |||||
7 - Cross Cultural Competence | |||||
8 - Ethical practice | |||||
9 - Social Innovation | |||||
10 - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultures |
Alignment of Assessment Tasks to Graduate Attributes
Assessment Tasks | Graduate Attributes | |||||||||
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1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | |
1 - Written Assessment - 40% | ||||||||||
2 - Written Assessment - 50% | ||||||||||
3 - Online Quiz(zes) - 10% |
Textbooks
Shigley's Mechanical Engineering Design (SI Version)
Edition: 11th edn (2021)
Authors: Richard G. Budynas, and J. K. Nisbett
Mc Graw Hill Education
Singapore Singapore
ISBN: 9789813158986
Binding: Paperback
Juvinall's Fundamentals of Machine Component Design (SI Version)
Authors: Robert C. Juvinall, and K M Marshek
Wiley
USA
Binding: eBook
Additional Textbook Information
Both paper and eBook versions can be purchased at the CQUni Bookshop here: http://bookshop.cqu.edu.au (search on the Unit code).
IT Resources
- CQUniversity Student Email
- Internet
- Unit Website (Moodle)
All submissions for this unit must use the referencing style: Harvard (author-date)
For further information, see the Assessment Tasks.
y.q.sun@cqu.edu.au
Module/Topic
1. Fits and Tolerances
Chapter
Engineering Drawing Handbook, Chapter 12
Shigley’s Mechanical Engineering Design, 11th Edition, Chapter 20
Mechanical Design, 2nd Edition, Peter R. N. Childs, Chapter 15
Events and Submissions/Topic
Tutorial (Lecturing) via Zoom
Study Guide Topic 1 - Workbook Activities
Module/Topic
2. Shaft and Axles: Shaft Design - Principles and Purposes
Chapter
Shigley’s Mechanical Engineering Design, 11th Edition, Chapter 7
Mechanical Design, 2nd Edition, Peter R. N. Childs, Chapter 5
Events and Submissions/Topic
Tutorial (Lecturing) via Zoom
Study Guide Topic 2 - Workbook Activities
Module/Topic
2. Shaft Design (Contd.)
Chapter
Shigley’s Mechanical Engineering Design, 11th Edition, Chapter 7
Mechanical Design, 2nd Edition, Peter R. N. Childs, Chapter 5
Events and Submissions/Topic
Tutorial (Lecturing) via Zoom
Study Guide Topic 2 - Workbook Activities
Module/Topic
3. Bearing Selection and Applications
Chapter
Shigley’s Mechanical Engineering Design, 11th Edition, Chapter 11
Mechanical Design, 2nd Edition, Peter R. N. Childs, Chapter 4
Events and Submissions/Topic
Tutorial (Lecturing) via Zoom
Study Guide Topic 3 - Workbook Activities
Module/Topic
4. Drive Systems - Gears and Keys
Chapter
Shigley’s Mechanical Engineering Design, 11th Edition, Chapters 13, 14 & 15
Mechanical Design, 2nd Edition, Peter R. N. Childs, Chapters 6 & 7
Events and Submissions/Topic
Tutorial (Lecturing) via Zoom
Study Guide Topic 4 - Workbook Activities
Module/Topic
Study Break
Complete & Submit Assignment One
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
Assignment One
Design Problem Solving 1 Due:
Vacation Week Friday (20 Aug. 2021)
11:45 pm AEST
Design Problem Solving 1 Due: Vacation Week Friday (20 Aug 2021) 11:45 pm AEST
Module/Topic
4. Gear Design (contd.)
Chapter
Shigley’s Mechanical Engineering Design, 11th Edition, Chapters 13, 14 & 15
Mechanical Design, 2nd Edition, Peter R. N. Childs, Chapters 6 & 7
Events and Submissions/Topic
Tutorial (Lecturing) via Zoom
Study Guide Topic 4 - Workbook Activities
Module/Topic
5. Belt Drive Design: Belts and Pulleys
Chapter
Shigley’s Mechanical Engineering Design, 11th Edition, Chapter 17
Mechanical Design, 2nd Edition, Peter R. N. Childs, Chapter 8
Events and Submissions/Topic
Tutorial (Lecturing) via Zoom
Study Guide Topic 5 - Workbook Activities
Module/Topic
6. Threaded Fasteners: Selection and Design
Chapter
Shigley’s Mechanical Engineering Design, 11th Edition, Chapter 8
Mechanical Design, 2nd Edition, Peter R. N. Childs, Chapter 12
Events and Submissions/Topic
Tutorial (Lecturing) via Zoom
Study Guide Topic 6 - Workbook Activities
Module/Topic
7. Design of Permanent Joints - Welds & Rivets
Chapter
Shigley’s Mechanical Engineering Design, 11th Edition, Chapter 9
Mechanical Design, 2nd Edition, Peter R. N. Childs, Chapter 12
Events and Submissions/Topic
Tutorial (Lecturing) via Zoom
Study Guide Topic 7 - Workbook Activities
Module/Topic
8. Design of Chain Drives: Chains and Sprockets
Chapter
Shigley’s Mechanical Engineering Design, 11th Edition, Chapter 17
Mechanical Design, 2nd Edition, Peter R. N. Childs, Chapter 8
Events and Submissions/Topic
Tutorial (Lecturing) via Zoom
Study Guide Topic 8 - Workbook Activities
Module/Topic
9. Coupling and Clutches: Application and Design Principles
Chapter
Shigley’s Mechanical Engineering Design, 11th Edition, Chapter 16
Mechanical Design, 2nd Edition, Peter R. N. Childs, Chapters 5 and 10
Events and Submissions/Topic
Tutorial (Lecturing) via Zoom
Study Guide Topic 9 - Workbook Activities
Module/Topic
10. Design Project Management and Design economics
Chapter
Lecture notes
Events and Submissions/Topic
Submission of Assignment Two
Design problem Solving 2 Due:
Week 12 Friday (8 Oct. 2021) 11:45 pm AEST
Design Problem Solving 2 Due: Week 12 Friday (8 Oct 2021) 11:45 pm AEST
Module/Topic
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
No formal examination
Port Folio
Workbook Due: Review/Exam Week Friday (15 Oct. 2021) 11:45 pm AEST
Workbook Due: Review/Exam Week Friday (15 Oct 2021) 11:45 pm AEST
Module/Topic
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
1 Written Assessment
The assignment covers the weekly topics up to week 5 (Topics 1 to 4). The assignment tasks and questions will be uploaded on the unit website. In this assessment item, students are required to answer problem-solving and numerical questions.
Vacation Week Friday (20 Aug 2021) 11:45 pm AEST
Week 9 Friday (17 Sept 2021)
Each question in this assignment will be assessed separately for the criterion accuracy and correct results.
20% of the total marks for this assignment are based on accuracy and correct results, including:
- Free Body Diagrams (FBD) or schematic illustration of the problem
- Use of correct equations and approach to solve the problem
- Presenting final results in correct units
In addition, the assignment, as a whole, will be assessed against the following criteria:
Evidence of correct procedures (40% of the total marks for the assignment)
- All necessary steps in analysis and equations in original form are present on correct order
- Clear presentation of mathematical and arithmetical working linking given details of the problem to the results obtained.
Evidence of understanding of the topic (30% of the total marks for the assignment)
- Explanation of choices made in the analysis
- Interpretation of results, e.g., limitations, assumptions etc, if any.
Professional presentation (10% of the total marks for the assignment)
- Assignment title page
- The problem is clearly identified
- Clear statement of each problem and it's details and requirements
- Logical layout of analysis
- Appropriate use of diagrams, units, clear diagrams
- Correct use of terminology and conventions
- Determine requirements for components in mechanical assemblies and systems from design notes, related sources of information and from analysis of performance and purpose
- Research and obtain information required to select components
- Select and size components and explain the basis for selections
- Specify selected components using terminology relating to mechanical component selection
- Select fasteners for given applications and explain reasons for the selection
- Describe the roles and responsibilities of members of engineering teams and the procedures used to maintain safety and quality in design, production and operation
- Work and learn collaboratively and professionally to investigate and solve open ended problems, check work and present solutions
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Information Literacy
- Information Technology Competence
- Ethical practice
2 Written Assessment
The assignment covers the topics of weeks 6 to 12 (Topics 4 to 10). The assignment tasks and questions will be uploaded on the unit website. In this assessment item, students are required to answer problem-solving and numerical questions.
Week 12 Friday (8 Oct 2021) 11:45 pm AEST
Exam Week Friday (22 Oct 2021)
Each question in this assignment will be assessed separately for the criterion accuracy and correct results.
20% of the total marks for this assignment are based on accuracy and correct results, including:
- Free Body Diagrams (FBD) and appropriate schematics
- Use of correct equations and approach to solve the problem
- Presenting final results in correct units
In addition, the assignment, as a whole, will be assessed against the following criteria:
Evidence of correct procedures (40% of the total marks for the assignment)
- All necessary steps in analysis are present on correct order
- Clear presentation of mathematical and arithmetical working linking given details of the problem to the results obtained.
Evidence of understanding of the topic (30% of the total marks for the assignment)
- Explanation of choices made in the analysis
- Interpretation of results, e.g., limitations etc, if any.
Professional presentation (10% of the total marks for the assignment)
- Assignment title page
- The problem is clearly identified
- Clear statement of each problem and its details and requirements
- Logical layout of analysis
- Appropriate use of diagrams, units, clear diagrams
- Correct use of terminology and conventions
- Determine requirements for components in mechanical assemblies and systems from design notes, related sources of information and from analysis of performance and purpose
- Research and obtain information required to select components
- Select and size components and explain the basis for selections
- Specify selected components using terminology relating to mechanical component selection
- Describe and explain methods of indicating fits, finishes and tolerances, and apply these to component selection
- Work and learn collaboratively and professionally to investigate and solve open ended problems, check work and present solutions
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Information Literacy
- Information Technology Competence
- Ethical practice
3 Written Assessment
This submission will contain evidences of your weekly workings of various tutorial problems and other examples and concepts.
Review/Exam Week Friday (15 Oct 2021) 11:45 pm AEST
Exam Week Friday (22 Oct 2021)
The procedures and criteria used in the first two assessments will apply.
- Determine requirements for components in mechanical assemblies and systems from design notes, related sources of information and from analysis of performance and purpose
- Research and obtain information required to select components
- Select and size components and explain the basis for selections
- Specify selected components using terminology relating to mechanical component selection
- Select fasteners for given applications and explain reasons for the selection
- Describe and explain methods of indicating fits, finishes and tolerances, and apply these to component selection
- Describe the roles and responsibilities of members of engineering teams and the procedures used to maintain safety and quality in design, production and operation
- Work and learn collaboratively and professionally to investigate and solve open ended problems, check work and present solutions
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Information Literacy
- Team Work
- Information Technology Competence
- Ethical practice
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