Year No. Offer Mode Description Cred. Pts 01 73051 S1 X MECHANCIAL PRACTICE 1
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, propriety devices, materials, production and assembly methods is also necessary. The engineer must be able to assess a complex situation to identify the critical elements and develop a workable, cost-effective solution. This all requires considerable self-confidence, and the ability to work in and also lead a team. This unit continues the step by step development of these skills commenced in 70051 Engineering Practice 1 but within a Mechanical Engineering context.
This unit presents a series of activities designed to develop specific skills and knowledge relevant to Mechanical Engineering. These activities are to be carried out on an individual or small group basis.
On successful completion of this unit students will be able
to:
Description Weighting(%)
- Linear measurement 5.00
- Meast. fundamental properties 10.00
- Milling exercise 10.00
- Performance tests (basic) 30.00
- Problem solving exercise 20.00
- Turning exercise 5.00
- Strip and assembly 15.00
- Safety in manufacturing 5.00
Reference materials are materials that, if accessed by students, may improve their knowledge and understanding of the material in the unit and enrich their learning experience.
Holman J P, "Experimental Methods for Engineers", 6th Edition,
McGraw Hill, 1996.
ACTIVITY HOURS Laboratory or Practical Classes 40 Directed Study 10
No *F/S Marks Due Description Wtg(%) LBL WWW 1 S 60.00 01/06/01 TASK A 6.00 Y N 2 S 120.00 01/06/01 TASK B 12.00 Y N 3 S 120.00 01/06/01 TASK C 12.00 Y N 4 S 160.00 01/06/01 TASK D 16.00 Y N 5 S 100.00 01/06/01 WRITTEN REPORT; TASK D 10.00 Y N 6 S 200.00 01/06/01 TASK E 20.00 Y N 7 S 120.00 01/06/01 TASK F 12.00 Y N 8 S 120.00 01/06/01 TASK G 12.00 Y N
1 Successful completion of 80% (by weighting) of the practical
tasks is compulsory for a passing grade to be awarded in this
unit.
2 This unit may be assessed by personal presentation of the Log
Book at a Residential School or by mailing the completed Log Book
appropriately signed by a supervisor, to the examiner. Note that
students who can complete the tasks off campus are not required
to attend the Residential School. USQ reserves the right to
require the student to undertake a practical test or an oral test
at that Residential School.
3 Students are to retain a verbatim copy of all assignment work
submitted, for submission in the event that the original is lost
or damaged.
4 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.
5 In the event that a due date for an assignment falls on a local
public holiday in their area, such as a Show holiday, the due
date for the assignment will be the next day. Students are to
note on the assignment cover the date of the public holiday for
the Unit Leader's convenience.
6 The only final grades awarded in this unit are Pass (P) or Fail
(F) grades.
7 A minimum standard of communication skills must be demonstrated
in the written report in order for a passing grade to be
achieved.