73052 MECHANICAL PRACTICE 2

Year	No.	Offer	Mode	Description			Cred. Pts
98	73052 	S12 	D 	MECHANICAL PRACTICE 2     	    

Contents

• Staffing
• Pre-requisite(s)
• Rationale
• Synopsis
• Objectives
• Topics
• Recommended References
• Student Workload
• Assessment Details
• Other Requirements

STAFFING:

PRE-REQUISITE(S)

73051

RATIONALE:

The  successful  practice of the profession of Mechanical  Engineering
requires a clear understanding of the relationship between engineering
theory  and  engineering  practice. An ability  to  recognise  when  a
particular  theory  is applicable and an ability  to  accommodate  the
deviations  from the theory that occur in the real world is essential.
Some  knowledge  of a wide range of practical techniques,  proprietary
devices, materials, construction methods, etc, is also necessary.  The
engineer  must  be  able to assess a complex situation,  identify  the
critical elements and develop a workable, cost effective solution. All
of this requires considerable self-confidence, and the ability to work
with and lead teams.

SYNOPSIS:

This unit continues the development undertaken in 70051 and 73051  and
falls naturally into three parts:

Part  One  consists  of  a  series of set tasks  aimed  at  developing
specific  skills  and knowledge. These are to be  carried  out  on  an
individual or small group basis.

Part  Two  comprises a few broader tasks designed to  consolidate  the
specific skills and knowledge developed in Part One. These are  to  be
undertaken  by larger groups(4 or 5 persons) and are also designed  to
develop synthesis and teamwork skills.

Part  Three  encourages the student to reflect on the  activities  and
outcomes of the work conducted in Part One and Part Two above.

OBJECTIVES:

On successful completion of this unit students will be able
to:

1. Develop design concepts in accord with a generic requirement.
   
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the operation and construction
   features of a range of common mechanical devices.
   
3. Participate constructively in a teamwork environment.
   
4. Identify the critical elements / phenomena in real situations
   and propose solutions.
   
5. Conduct a simple product development from initial
   specification to prototype stage.
   
6. Identify the safety hazards in a standard situation.
   

TOPICS:

 Description                                                    Weighting(%)

Part One                                                              15.00

Part Two                                                              70.00

Part Three                                                            15.00

RECOMMENDED REFERENCE MATERIALS:

Avallone E A and Baumeister III T "Marks' Standard Handbook for
Mechanical Engineers", McGraw-Hill (or any equivalent engineering
handbook).

Bechwith T G, Marangoni R D, Lienhard J H,"Mechanical Measurements",
Addison-Wesley, 1993.

Gibbings J C, "The Systematic Experiment", Cambridge University
Press, London, 1986.

Holman J P, "Experimental Methods for Engineers", 5th Edition,
McGraw-Hill, New York, 1989.

STUDENT WORKLOAD REQUIREMENTS:

	ACTIVITY				HOURS
Laboratory or Practical Classes               	45
Report Writing                                	5

ASSESSMENT DETAILS:

No  *F/S Marks     Due        Description                              Wtg(%)    LBL WWW
1   S    300.00    PASSIM    LABORATORY REPORT                         30.00     N   N
2   S    500.00    PASSIM    GROUP REPORT                              50.00     N   N
3   S    200.00    PASSIM    WRITTEN ASSIGNMENT                        20.00     N   N

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

1    This unit may require attendance at a residential school.
2    Attendance  at  a minimum of 80% of practical and/or  residential
     school  sessions is compulsory for a passing grade to be  awarded
     in this unit.
3    The  only final grades awarded in this unit are Pass (P) or  Fail
     (F) grades.
4    If  students submit assignments after the due date without  prior
     approval  then  a  penalty of up to 20% of the  assignment  total
     marks will apply for each working day late.
5    The   Faculty  of  Engineering  and  Surveying  will  NOT  accept
     submission  of  hand written or typed assignments  by  facsimile,
     email  or computer diskette. Students in remote locations who  do
     not  have regular access to postal services may be given  special
     consideration.
6    A  minimum  standard of communication skills must be demonstrated
     in order for a passing grade to be achieved.