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ME10012: Design materials & manufacturing 2

Follow this link for further information on academic years Academic Year: 2013/4
Further information on owning departmentsOwning Department/School: Department of Mechanical Engineering
Further information on credits Credits: 6
Further information on unit levels Level: Certificate (FHEQ level 4)
Further information on teaching periods Period: Semester 2
Further information on unit assessment Assessment: CW 65%, EX 35%
Further information on supplementary assessment Supplementary Assessment: ME10012 Re-Assessment Coursework (where allowed by programme regulations)
Further information on requisites Requisites: This unit is not normally available to visiting/exchange students.
Further information on descriptions Description: Aims:
To introduce the component elements of design.
To enable the student to become acquainted with the basic principles of design, and the design process.
To provide fundamental knowledge about materials, their structure and properties.
To provide a holistic view of the process and decisions to be taken in real design problems.
To appreciate the use of CAD in the production of engineering drawings.
To become familiar with engineering artefacts and processes.

Learning Outcomes:
After taking this unit the student should be able to:
* Analyse, select and integrate standard components into detailed designs. Use a CAD system to produce an orthogonal drawing. Develop a partial requirement specification from a design brief. Analyse a problem and select a solution from a range of alternatives. Produce detailed drawings of components to ensure that they perform the desired function and can be manufactured.
* Define the key mechanical properties of metals. Compare and contrast some of the common metals used for engineering manufacture. Explain how the mechanical properties of metals can be related to their microstructure. Identify the features and limitations of various processes.

Skills:
Problem solving; written communication; interpersonal - working as part of group; information and communication technology.

Content:
The design process; principles of design; Elements: springs, bearings, seals, fixing and fastening systems, power transmission systems. Electric motors. Design & Make Activities. Study guide. Introduction to manufacturing. Mechanical properties of metals. Selection of materials. Microstructure. Polymers. Alloys. Casting.
Further information on programme availabilityProgramme availability:

ME10012 is Compulsory on the following programmes:

Department of Electronic & Electrical Engineering
  • UEXX-AFB02 : BEng (hons) Integrated Mechanical and Electrical Engineering (Full-time) - Year 1
  • UEXX-AKB02 : BEng (hons) Integrated Mechanical and Electrical Engineering (Full-time with Thick Sandwich Placement) - Year 1
  • UEXX-AFM02 : MEng (hons) Integrated Mechanical and Electrical Engineering (Full-time) - Year 1
  • UEXX-AKM02 : MEng (hons) Integrated Mechanical and Electrical Engineering (Full-time with Thick Sandwich Placement) - Year 1
Department of Mechanical Engineering
  • UEME-AFB26 : BEng (hons) Aerospace Engineering (Full-time) - Year 1
  • UEME-AKB26 : BEng (hons) Aerospace Engineering (Full-time with Thick Sandwich Placement) - Year 1
  • UEME-AFB01 : BEng (hons) Automotive Engineering (Full-time) - Year 1
  • UEME-AKB01 : BEng (hons) Automotive Engineering (Full-time with Thick Sandwich Placement) - Year 1
  • UEME-AFB16 : BEng (hons) Mechanical Engineering (Full-time) - Year 1
  • UEME-AKB16 : BEng (hons) Mechanical Engineering (Full-time with Thick Sandwich Placement) - Year 1
  • UEME-AFB41 : BEng (hons) Mechanical Engineering with Advanced Design and Innovation (Full-time) - Year 1
  • UEME-AKB41 : BEng (hons) Mechanical Engineering with Advanced Design and Innovation (Full-time with Thick Sandwich Placement) - Year 1
  • UEME-AFB38 : BEng (hons) Mechanical Engineering with Manufacturing and Management (Full-time) - Year 1
  • UEME-AKB38 : BEng (hons) Mechanical Engineering with Manufacturing and Management (Full-time with Thick Sandwich Placement) - Year 1
  • UEME-AFM04 : MEng (hons) Aerospace Engineering (Full-time) - Year 1
  • UEME-AKM04 : MEng (hons) Aerospace Engineering (Full-time with Thick Sandwich Placement) - Year 1
  • UEME-AFM01 : MEng (hons) Automotive Engineering (Full-time) - Year 1
  • UEME-AKM01 : MEng (hons) Automotive Engineering (Full-time with Thick Sandwich Placement) - Year 1
  • UEME-AFM16 : MEng (hons) Mechanical Engineering (Full-time) - Year 1
  • UEME-AKM16 : MEng (hons) Mechanical Engineering (Full-time with Thick Sandwich Placement) - Year 1
  • UEME-AFM41 : MEng (hons) Mechanical Engineering with Advanced Design and Innovation (Full-time) - Year 1
  • UEME-AKM41 : MEng (hons) Mechanical Engineering with Advanced Design and Innovation (Full-time with Thick Sandwich Placement) - Year 1
  • UEME-AFM38 : MEng (hons) Mechanical Engineering with Manufacturing and Management (Full-time) - Year 1
  • UEME-AKM38 : MEng (hons) Mechanical Engineering with Manufacturing and Management (Full-time with Thick Sandwich Placement) - Year 1

Notes:
* This unit catalogue is applicable for the 2013/4 academic year only. Students continuing their studies into 2014/15 and beyond should not assume that this unit will be available in future years in the format displayed here for 2013/14.
* Programmes and units are subject to change at any time, in accordance with normal University procedures.
* Availability of units will be subject to constraints such as staff availability, minimum and maximum group sizes, and timetabling factors as well as a student's ability to meet any pre-requisite rules.