307097 (v.1) Mechanical and Structural Principles 391

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Area:	Department of Design
Credits:	12.5
Contact Hours:	3.0
Lecture:	1 x 1 Hours Weekly
Tutorial:	1 x 2 Hours Weekly
Prerequisite(s):	307091 (v.1) Human Factors 292 or any previous version AND 307092 (v.2) Model Making 291 or any previous version AND 307093 (v.1) Solid Modelling 292 or any previous version AND 307094 (v.1) Materials and Manufacture 292 or any previous version
Syllabus:	Introduction to technical aspects as they relate to the practice of Product Design. Tuition is studio orientated using project based design problems. Emphasis is placed on advancing technical knowledge. Provides designers with an introduction to basic applied mechanical and structural principles. This unit is undertaken over a six week period.
Unit Outcomes:	On successful completion of this unit, students will have - Been introduced to a descriptive rather than mathematical approach to the understanding of mechanical and structural principles. Been introduced to basic mechanisms and machine elements. Established a vocabulary of relevant technical terms. The ability to identify the mechanical and structural issues involved in a design and redirected those critical to its performance to an appropriate professional such as a Mechanical or Structural Engineer. Enhanced the aesthetic appeal of a sound mechanical or structural design. Confirmed the design process that is- research, analysis, ideation, production, communication and evaluation as the underlying basis for the practice of design. Improved graphic representational communication skills. Furthered their understanding of methodological issues and practices for designing in three-dimensions. Furthered their understanding of the aesthetic and technical issues of designing in three-dimensions. Begun to develop an open-minded and critical thinking approach to design ideation and development. Begun to developed apply problem-solving skills to design. Created a predisposition to innovative in preference to conventional assumptions and thinking.
Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.
Unit References:	Albert, J. (1973), Structures and Forces. Stage 3, A Unit for Teachers. London, Macdonald and Company. Brown, H. B. and Coldicott, E. J. (1999), Elements of Machine and Structural Design. London, MacMillan and Company. Burr, A. (1981), Mechanical Analysis and Design. New York, Elsevier. Caborn, C., Mould, I. and Cave, J. (1989), Design and Technology. United Kingdom, Nelson. Davis, J, (Video) Structures. NSW, Classroom video. Hanah and Stephens, (1984), Mechanics of Machines: elementary Theory and problems, Arnold. 4th ed. Hunt, T. (1997), Tony Hunts Structures Notebook. United Kingdom, Architectural Press. Mott, R. (1992), Machine elements in Mechanical Design. United States of America, Macmillan and Sons Company. Norman, E., Cubitt, J., Urry, S. and Whittaker, M. (2000), Advanced Design and Technology. 3rd ed. United Kingdom, Longman. Parmley, R, (2000), Ilustrated Sourcebook of Mechanical Components. New York, McGraw-Hill. Schwaller, A. (1965), Motor Automotive Technology. United States of America, Delmar Publishers. Smith, R. [Video] Gears and Gear drives. United States of America, COPTA Audiovisual Project. Smith, R. (1978), (Video) From Muscle to Machine. United States of America, George Powell Productions.
Unit Texts:	Hunt, T. (1997), Tony Hunts Structures Notebook. United Kingdom, Architectural Press.
Unit Assessment Breakdown:	Design Project 50%, Factory Visit Report 20%, Tutorial 30%. This is by grade/mark assessment.
Year Location Period Internal Area External Central External 2004 Bentley Campus Semester 1 Y     2004 Bentley Campus Semester 2 Y