Mechatronics Components Design

Unit Outline (Higher Education)

Level of Unit in Course

AQF Level(s) of Course

Level of Unit in Course

Introductory

Intermediate

Effective Term:

2024/05

Institute / School :

Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability

Unit Title:

Mechatronics Components Design

Unit ID:

ENGIN3402

Credit Points:

15.00

Prerequisite(s):

(ENCOR1010 or ENGIN1004) (ENGIN2303 or ENMEC2111)

Co-requisite(s):

Nil

Exclusion(s):

(ENMTX3020)

ASCED:

030101

Other Change:

Brief description of the Unit

This units covers advanced principles of mechanical component design (relevant to mechatronics systems). Approaches to the design of specific machine components (such as bolts, rolling bearings, stepped shafts, belts, clutches and gears) are considered in the broader context of the choices presented to a design engineer. The design process includes considerations of safety and compliance with standards. Assessment of mechanical failure is also discussed in some depth.

Grade Scheme:

Graded (HD, D, C, P, MF, F, XF)

Work Experience Indicator:

No work experience

Placement Component:

Supplementary Assessment:Yes

Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment

Course Level:

Learning Outcomes:

On successful completion of the unit the students are expected to be able to:

Knowledge:

K1.	Articulate the common terminologies associated with mechatronics component design.

K2.	Exhibit theoretical proficiency in mechatronic component design process.

K3.	Describe the typical components of mechatronics systems.

K4.	Recognise the stress-strain based principles of mechatronics design.

K5.	Explain failure criteria in the context of mechatronics component design.

Skills:

S1.	Identify appropriate analytical models to describe and predict the behaviour of standard mechatronic components.

S2.	Reduce the behaviour of a complex mechatronic systems into appropriate sub- systems/elements and then analyse the behaviour of their elements.

S3.	Apply stress analysis theory, fatigue theory and appropriate criteria of failure to the design of simple mechatronic elements.

S4.	Analyse and evaluate forces and stresses within a spur gear system.

S5.	Select appropriate mechanical components from manufacturers` catalogues.

S6.	Apply codes and standards to machine component design.

S7.	Communicate the results of a design assignment by means of drawings and a design report.

S8.	Make appropriate use of available computer aided design software.

Application of knowledge and skills:

A1.	Integrate the knowledge and understanding from different engineering disciplines in designing mechatronics components.

A2.	Application of basic theories for mechatronic component design.

A3.	Verification of simulation models with basic engineering theories.

A4.	Effective and efficient integration of engineering knowledge for mechatronics component design.

Unit Content:

•Mechanical design principles of mechatronics systems
•Design, manufacture and assembly of basic machine elements used in mechatronic systems (Threaded Fasteners and Power Screws, Riveted, Welded and Bonded Joints, Springs, Bearings, Belt and Chain Drives, Spur Gears, Shafts and Shaft Fittings, Brakes and Clutches)
•Machine frames, welded, adhesive & bolted joints, fasteners
•Stepped shafts & features, rolling element bearings; gear mechanics.
•Design for strength, design for other mechanical failure modes including fatigue, stress concentration
•Safety, ergonomics & standards.

Graduate Attributes:

The Federation University graduate attributes (GA) are entrenched in the Higher Education Graduate Attributes Policy (LT1228).Federation University Australia graduates develop these graduate attributes through their engagement in explicit learning and teaching and assessment tasks that are embedded in all Federation Courses. Graduate attribute attainment typically follows an incremental development process mapped through Course progression. One or more graduate attributes must be evident in the specified learning outcomes and assessment for each Federation University Australia Unit, and all attributes must be directly assessed in each Course.

Graduate attribute and descriptor		Development and acquisition of GAs in the Unit
Graduate attribute and descriptor		Learning outcomes (KSA)	Assessment task (AT#)
GA 1 Thinkers	Our graduates are curious, reflective and critical. Able to analyse the world in a way that generates valued insights, they are change makers seeking and creating new solutions.	K1-K5 S1-S8 A1-A4	1-3
GA 2 Innovators	Our graduates have ideas and are able to realise their dreams. They think and act creatively to achieve and inspire positive change.	K1-K5 S1-S8 A1-A4	1-3
GA 3 Citizens	Our graduates engage in socially and culturally appropriate ways to advance individual, community and global well-being. They are socially and environmentally aware, acting ethically, equitably and compassionately.	S1-S8 A1-A4	1-3
GA 4 Communicators	Our graduates create, exchange, impart and convey information, ideas, and concepts effectively. They are respectful, inclusive and empathetic towards their audience, and express thoughts, feelings and information in ways that help others to understand.	K1-K5 S1-S8 A1-A4	1-3
GA 5 Leaders	Our graduates display and promote positive behaviours, and aspire to make a difference. They act with integrity, are receptive to alternatives and foster sustainable and resilient practices.	S1-S8 A1,A4	1-3

	Learning Outcomes Assessed	Assessment Tasks	Assessment Type	Weighting
1.	S1-S8, A1-A4	Experimental work and / or projects to verify students ability to apply knowledge and skills acquired in the unit	Reports, demonstrations	10 - 30%
2.	K1-K5, S1-S8	Relevant tasks and problems to enforce understanding of the students and help in gradual development of knowledge and skills throughout the unit	Assignments, quizzes	20 - 40%
3.	K1-K5	Questions and problems related to the unit contents	Exams / Tests	40 - 60%

Adopted Reference Style:

Other (IEEE: Refer to the library website for more information)

Professional Standards / Competencies:

Standard / Competency

Engineers Australia - Stage 1 (Professional): 2017 accreditation & AQF

Attribute			Assessed	Level
1 Knowledge and Skill Base
	1.1 Comprehensive, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline.
		1.1.1 Engages with the engineering discipline at a phenomenological level, applying sciences and engineering fundamentals to systematic investigation, interpretation, analysis and innovative solution of complex problems and broader aspects of engineering practice.	Yes	Intermediate
	1.2 Conceptual understanding of the, mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the engineering discipline.
		1.2.1 Develops and fluently applies relevant investigation analysis, interpretation, assessment, characterisation, prediction, evaluation, modelling, decision making, measurement, knowledge management and communication tools and techniques pertinent to the engineering discipline.	Yes	Intermediate
	1.3 In-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline.
		1.3.1 Proficiently applies advanced technical knowledge and skills in at least one specialist practice domain of the engineering discipline.	Yes	Advanced
	1.4 Discernment of knowledge development and research directions within the engineering discipline.
		1.4.1 Identifies and critically appraises current developments, advanced technologies, emerging issues and interdisciplinary linkages in at least one specialist practice domain of the engineering discipline.	Yes	Intermediate
	1.6 Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the specific discipline.
		1.6.1 Applies systematic principles of engineering design relevant to the engineering discipline.	Yes	Intermediate
		1.6.2 Appreciates the basis and relevance of standards and codes of practice, as well as legislative and statutory requirements applicable to the engineering discipline.	Yes	Advanced
		1.6.3 Appreciates the principles of safety engineering, risk management and the health and safety responsibilities of the professional engineer, including legislative requirements applicable to the engineering discipline.	Yes	Intermediate
		1.6.4 Appreciates the social, environmental and economic principles of sustainable engineering practice.	Yes	Introductory
		1.6.6 Appreciates the formal structures and methodologies of systems engineering as a holistic basis for managing complexity and sustainability in engineering practice.	Yes	Intermediate
2 Engineering Application Ability
	2.1 Application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving.
		2.1.1 Identifies, discerns and characterises salient issues, determines and analyses causes and effects, justifies and applies appropriate simplifying assumptions, predicts performance and behaviour, synthesises solution strategies and develops substantiated conclusions.	Yes	Introductory
		2.1.2 Ensures that all aspects of an engineering activity are soundly based on fundamental principles - by diagnosing, and taking appropriate action with data, calculations, results, proposals, processes, practices, and documented information that may be ill-founded, illogical, erroneous, unreliable or unrealistic.	Yes	Intermediate
		2.1.3 Competently addresses engineering problems involving uncertainty, ambiguity, imprecise information and wide-ranging and sometimes conflicting technical and non-technical factors.	Yes	Introductory
		2.1.4 Partitions problems, processes or systems into manageable elements for the purposes of analysis, modelling or design and then re-combines to form a whole, with the integrity and performance of the overall system as the paramount consideration.	Yes	Introductory
		2.1.5 Conceptualises alternative engineering approaches and evaluates potential outcomes against appropriate criteria to justify an optimal solution choice.	Yes	Introductory
		2.1.6 Critically reviews and applies relevant standards and codes of practice underpinning the engineering discipline and nominated specialisations.	Yes	Introductory
	2.2 Fluent application of engineering techniques, tools and resources.
		2.2.1 Proficiently identifies, selects and applies the materials, components, devices, systems, processes, resources, plant and equipment relevant to the engineering discipline.	Yes	Advanced
		2.2.2 Constructs or selects and applies from a qualitative description of a phenomenon, process, system, component or device a mathematical, physical or computational model based on fundamental scientific principles and justifiable simplifying assumptions.	Yes	Advanced
		2.2.3 Determines properties, performance, safe working limits, failure modes, and other inherent parameters of materials, components and systems relevant to the engineering discipline.	Yes	Advanced
		2.2.4 Applies a wide range of engineering tools for analysis, simulation, visualisation, synthesis and design, including assessing the accuracy and limitations of such tools, and validation of their results.	Yes	Intermediate
		2.2.6 Designs and conducts experiments, analyses and interprets result data and formulates reliable conclusions.	Yes	Introductory
		2.2.7 Analyses sources of error in applied models and experiments; eliminates, minimises or compensates for such errors; quantifies significance of errors to any conclusions drawn.	Yes	Introductory
		2.2.8 Safely applies laboratory, test and experimental procedures appropriate to the engineering discipline.	Yes	Intermediate
		2.2.9 Understands the need for systematic management of the acquisition, commissioning, operation, upgrade, monitoring and maintenance of engineering plant, facilities, equipment and systems.	Yes	Introductory
		2.2.10 Understands the role of quality management systems, tools and processes within a culture of continuous improvement.	Yes	Introductory
	2.3 Application of systematic engineering synthesis and design processes.
		2.3.1 Proficiently applies technical knowledge and open ended problem solving skills as well as appropriate tools and resources to design components, elements, systems, plant, facilities and/or processes to satisfy user requirements.	Yes	Intermediate
		2.3.4 Is aware of the accountabilities of the professional engineer in relation to the design authority role.	Yes	Intermediate
3 Professional and Personal Attributes
	3.2 Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.
		3.2.1 Is proficient in listening, speaking, reading and writing English, including: a) comprehending critically and fairly the viewpoints of others; b) expressing information effectively and succinctly, issuing instruction, engaging in discussion, presenting arguments and justification, debating and negotiating to technical and non-technical audiences and using textual, diagrammatic, pictorial and graphical media best suited to the context; c) representing an engineering position, or the engineering profession at large to the broader community; d) appreciating the impact of body language, personal behaviour and other non-verbal communication processes, as well as the fundamentals of human social behaviour and their cross-cultural differences.	Yes	Advanced
		3.2.2 Prepares high quality engineering documents such as progress and project reports, reports of investigations and feasibility studies, proposals, specifications, design records, drawings, technical descriptions and presentations pertinent to the engineering discipline.	Yes	Advanced