Learning outcome
1.1

1.1 Comprehensive, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline.
1.2

1.2 Conceptual understanding of the, mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the engineering discipline.
1.3

1.3 In-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline.
1.4

1.4 Discernment of knowledge development and research directions within the engineering discipline.
1.5

1.5 Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline.
1.6

1.6 Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the specific discipline.
2.1

2.1 Application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving.
2.2

2.2 Fluent application of engineering techniques, tools and resources.
2.3

2.3 Application of systematic engineering synthesis and design processes.
2.4

2.4 Application of systematic approaches to the conduct and management of engineering projects.
3.1

3.1 Ethical conduct and professional accountability.
3.2

3.2 Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.
3.3

3.3 Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour.
3.4

3.4 Professional use and management of information.
3.5

3.5 Orderly management of self, and professional conduct.
3.6

3.6 Effective team membership and team leadership.
A1

<p>Integrate the knowledge and understanding from different engineering disciplines in designing mechatronics components.</p>
A2

<p>Application of basic theories for mechatronic component design.</p>
A3

<p>Verification of simulation models with basic engineering theories.</p>
A4

<p>Effective and efficient integration of engineering knowledge for mechatronics component design.</p>
K1

<p>Articulate the common terminologies associated with mechatronics component design.</p>
K2

<p>Exhibit theoretical proficiency in mechatronic component design process.</p>
K3

<p>Describe the typical components of mechatronics systems.</p>
K4

<p>Recognise the stress-strain based principles of mechatronics design.</p>
K5

<p>Explain failure criteria in the context of mechatronics component design.</p>
S1

<p>Identify appropriate analytical models to describe and predict the behaviour of standard mechatronic components.&nbsp;</p>
S2

<p>Reduce the behaviour of a complex mechatronic systems into appropriate sub- systems/elements and then analyse the behaviour of their elements.&nbsp;</p>
S3

<p>Apply stress analysis theory, fatigue theory and appropriate criteria of failure to the design of simple mechatronic elements.&nbsp;</p>
S4

<p>Analyse and evaluate forces and stresses within a spur gear system.&nbsp;</p>
S5

<p>Select appropriate mechanical components from manufacturers` catalogues.&nbsp;</p>
S6

<p>Apply codes and standards to machine component design.&nbsp;</p>
S7

<p>Communicate the results of a design assignment by means of drawings and a design report.&nbsp;</p>
S8

<p>Make appropriate use of available computer aided design software.</p>