| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| Supplementary Assessment:No |
| Supplementary assessment is not available to students who gain a fail in this Unit. |
| Course Level: |
| Level of Unit in Course | AQF Level(s) of Course | | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | | Introductory | | | | | | | | Intermediate | | | | | | | | Advanced | | |  | | | |
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| Learning Outcomes: |
| Knowledge: |
| K1. | Articulate the common terminologies associated with mechatronics component design. |
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| K2. | Exhibit theoretical proficiency in mechatronic component design process. |
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| K3. | Describe the typical components of mechatronics systems. |
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| K4. | Recognise the stress-strain based principles of mechatronics design. |
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| K5. | Explain failure criteria in the context of mechatronics component design. |
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| Skills: |
| S1. | Identify appropriate analytical models to describe and predict the behaviour of standard mechatronic components. |
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| S2. | Reduce the behaviour of a complex mechatronic systems into appropriate sub- systems/elements and then analyse the behaviour of their elements. |
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| S3. | Apply stress analysis theory, fatigue theory and appropriate criteria of failure to the design of simple mechatronic elements. |
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| S4. | Analyse and evaluate forces and stresses within a spur gear system. |
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| S5. | Select appropriate mechanical components from manufacturers` catalogues. |
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| S6. | Apply codes and standards to machine component design. |
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| S7. | Communicate the results of a design assignment by means of drawings and a design report. |
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| S8. | Make appropriate use of available computer aided design software. |
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| Application of knowledge and skills: |
| A1. | Integrate the knowledge and understanding from different engineering disciplines in designing mechatronics components. |
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| A2. | Application of basic theories for mechatronic component design. |
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| A3. | Verification of simulation models with basic engineering theories. |
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| A4. | Effective and efficient integration of engineering knowledge for mechatronics component design. |
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| 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: |
| | 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% |
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