Course description

One of the driving forces in development is that of creativity and perfection. In this course module, students will learn the fundamental aspects which are required in the world of entrepreneurship. This course is central to developing students ability to analyze, design and/or select machine elements and therefore involves economic, societal, safety and manufacturing aspects. In addition to technological considerations, the team projects help develop ability to work in teams, address open-ended engineering problems and written communication via reporting the results.

Course objectives

  • To introduce students to the design and theory of common machine elements and to give students experience in solving design problems involving machine elements.
  • To synergize forces, moments, torques, stress and strength information to develop ability to analyze, design and/or select machine elements – with attention to safety, reliability, and societal and fiscal aspects.
  • To require the student to prepare professional quality solutions and presentations to effectively communicate the results of analysis and design
Attachment Name Attachment Type
MEC3104: DESIGN OF MACHINE ELEMENTS DOC PDF PS