73053 MECHANICAL PRACTICE 3

Year	No.	Offer	Mode	Description			Cred. Pts
01	73053 	S12 	D 	MECHANICAL PRACTICE 3     	    

Contents

• Staffing
• Rationale
• Synopsis
• Objectives
• Topics
• Texts
• Reference Materials
• Student Workload
• Assessment Details
• Other Requirements

STAFFING:

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 and 70352  and
falls into three parts:

Part  1  consists  of  a  series of set tasks be  carried  out  on  an
individual  or  small  group basis and aimed  at  developing  specific
skills and knowledge.

Part  2  comprises  a  few broader tasks to be  undertaken  by  larger
groups(4 or 5 persons) and designed to develop team 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 general requirement;
   
2. demonstrate an understanding of 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;
   
6. identify the safety hazards in a standard situation and
   recommend appropriate measures.
   

TOPICS:

 Description                                                    Weighting(%)

Metrology practical tests                                             35.00
- Alignment Testing
- Angle and Parallelism Measurement
- Dimensional Measurement
- Thread Measurement
- Spur Gear Testing
- Slip Gauges and Comparator Measurement
- Surface Finish Measurement
- Profile Projector Measurement

Computer Assisted Machining                                           65.00
- Write and interpret computer programs for the numerical
  control of a machine tool
- demonstrate an operational knowledge of a CNC machine
  tool
- prepare NC programs with the aid of CAM software
- verify programs by use of tool path simulation.

TEXT and MATERIALS required to be PURCHASED or accessed:

REFERENCE MATERIALS:

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.

70845 Production Engineering, "Study Book 2", USQ Publication.

Gayler and Shotbolt, "Metrology for Engineers", Latest Edition.

De Garmo E P, Temple Black J and Kohser R A, "Materials and Processes
in Manufacturing", Current Edition, MacMillan Publishing Co, New
York.

STUDENT WORKLOAD REQUIREMENTS:

	ACTIVITY				HOURS
Laboratory or Practical Classes               	40
Report Writing                                	10

ASSESSMENT DETAILS:

No  *F/S Marks     Due        Description                              Wtg(%)    LBL WWW
1   S    350.00    08/06/01  METROLOGY REPORT                          35.00     N   N
2   S    650.00    26/10/01  CNC AND CAM REPORT                        65.00     N   N

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

1    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.
2    The  only final grades awarded in this unit are ungraded Pass (P)
     or Fail (F) grades.
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    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    A  minimum  standard of communication skills must be demonstrated
     in order for a passing grade to be achieved.