| Course Description |
This module will continue the first year experience in design. The engineering method introduced in prior Engineering Design modules will be reinforced. Further introduction of professional practice topics will be linked to their application and testing in case studies and project work. Basic concepts of economics will be introduced.
After completing this module students should be able to:
· resolve mechanical problems involving equilibrium, axial and flexural stresses/strains, and safety factors.
· assess existing designs and determine their limitations and be able to identify alternative solutions with improved results.
· 'design' an experimental procedure to collect the data necessary to achieve experimental objectives.
· use computer based computational tools such as Excel to find graphical, numerical, and analytic solutions to problems and identify sources of error in discrepancies between theoretical and experimental results.
· use basic analytical instrumentation such as multimeters and strain gauges to collect sensor information.
· individually function effectively on teams by acting cooperatively and honouring individual commitments to the team.
· collectively function professionally as a team, adhering to a project Work Breakdown Structure and schedule to achieve project milestones on time.
· understand several fundamental concepts used to make marketing and new business venture decisions including Quality Functional Development and Time Value of Money.
· deliver an effective oral presentation appropriate to the audience.
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