Design, Manufacture and Project
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| MMME2044 | Mechanical, Materials & Manufacturing Engineering | 2 | 20 | Full Year UK |
- Code
- MMME2044
- School
- Mechanical, Materials & Manufacturing Engineering
- Level
- 2
- Credits
- 20
- Semesters
- Full Year UK
Summary
This is an intermediate module that covers principles of Mechanical Design, design for sustainability, design for inclusivity and a range of common machine elements.
The teaching of Engineering Design involves various activities necessary to conceptualise and design a mechanical device to meet specific functional and performance requirements in consideration of efficient use of materials, low cost for manufacturing, its impact to environment and other factors. These materials will develop an understanding of mechanical design, enhance skill in problem solving and effective communication via various means including the use of CAD (Computer Aided Design) system. The module delivers both individual and team problem-based learning activities in small teaching cohorts, where design tutors support students to work independently to further develop their knowledge, skills and competence in design.
The module delivers a practical experience of the design process in a group design and make process.
Re-assessment
Students who fail this module overall but pass the group design and make project are required to complete a re-assessment by exam. The re-assessment exam mark will be used to determine whether students satisfy progression requirements.
Target Students
Primarily for 2nd year UG mechanical and manufacturing engineering students in the Department of Mechanical, Materials and Manufacturing Engineering.
Assessment
- 20% Coursework 1: Coursework 1 - 20%: LO3, LO4, LO5
- 30% Coursework 2: Coursework 2 - 30%: LO3, LO1, LO4
- 10% Practical 1: Practical - 10%: LO6
- 40% Exam 1 (2-hour): Exam 1 - 40%: LO2
Assessed by end of spring semester
Educational Aims
To introduce design methodology through the entire design cycle from establishing users' needs, generating creative concepts to developing fabricable engineered solutions. To develop knowledge of machine elements and mechanical systems. To develop enhanced skills in using CAD tools, communicating effectively in a team environment and operating machine tools to manufacture and test a designed prototype device.Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students will be able to:
LO1 - Synthesize a definition of an Engineering design problem from a complex set of requirements, including the broader requirements of sustainable and inclusive design. - AHEP4: 6, 7
LO2 - Understand the function and operation of machine elements/systems, select and apply appropriate materials and machine elements in design. -AHEP4: 4, 13
LO3 - Apply a structured design methodology to solve design problems in Engineering systems through creative thinking, conceptualisation, analysis, evaluation, and selection. - AHEP4: 5, 15
LO4 - Model and communicate elements of a complex design through use of a 3D CAD package. - AHEP4: 17
LO5 - Plan, conduct, manage, and document an Engineering design team project, managing any sensitive data produced, while fostering an inclusive and diverse team environment. - AHEP4: 11, 16
LO6 - Create and implement a manufacturing plan for a prototype device, ensuring safe workshop practices. - AHEP4: 12