73054 MECHANICAL PRACTICE 4

Year	No.	Offer	Mode	Description			Cred. Pts
98	73054 	S12 	D 	MECHANICAL PRACTICE 4     	    

Contents

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

STAFFING:

PRE-REQUISITE(S)

73053

RATIONALE:

The  successful  practice of the profession of Mechanical  Engineering
requires a clear understanding of the relationship between engineering
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 73051,  70352  and
70353 and falls into three parts: Part 1 accounts consists of a series
of  set tasks to be carried out on an individual or small group  basis
and  aimed  at  developing  specific  skills  and  knowledge.  Part  2
comprises a few larger tasks to be undertaken by larger groups(4 or  5
persons) and designed to develop team and leadership skills as well as
consolidating the specific skills and knowledge developed in  Part  1.
Part  3  requires  the  students to reflect upon  the  activities  and
outcomes of the work in Parts 1 and 2.

OBJECTIVES:

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

1. plan and conduct a test in accord with a general requirement;
   
2. describe in detail the operation and construction features of
   a range of specialist mechanical devices;
   
3. participate constructively in and lead a team;
   
4. identify the critical elements/phenomena in a real, multi-
   aspect situation and propose a solution;
   
5. describe in detail a range of manufacturing/construction
   techniques and their costs/limitations; and
   
6. identify the safety hazards in a non-standard situation and
   recommend appropriate measures.
   

TOPICS:

 Description                                                    Weighting(%)

Calibration                                                           15.00

Strips Sketch and Reassemble                                          15.00

Test to SAA                                                           15.00

Measurements of Inertial Properties                                   15.00

Energy Balance                                                        15.00

'Depth" Elective                                                      15.00

Hazards Analysis                                                      10.00

RECOMMENDED REFERENCE MATERIALS:

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

STUDENT WORKLOAD REQUIREMENTS:

	ACTIVITY				HOURS
Laboratory or Practical Classes               	21
Directed Study                                	4
Private Study                                 	25

ASSESSMENT DETAILS:

No  *F/S Marks     Due        Description                              Wtg(%)    LBL WWW
1   S    500.00    PASSIM    INDIVIDUAL SKILLS COMPETENCY              50.00     N   N
2   S    500.00    PASSIM    GROUP SKILLS COMPETENCY                   50.00     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.