Unit of Study MANF3001 Mechanical System Design (2025)

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Unit Snapshot

Unit type

UG Coursework Unit
Credit points

12
Faculty & College

Faculty of Science and Engineering
Placement

No

Enrolment information

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Unit description

Applies a systems-based engineering approach to analysis and design of mechanical systems. A scenario-based learning approach is used to guide students in applying a range of practical tools and techniques along with skills in systems analysis, engineering design and project management to a real industry-based engineering project.

Unit content

Module 1: Fundamentals of Mechanical Design

Module 2: Shaft Design

Module 3: Permanent and Non-Permanent Joints

Module 4: Springs, Bearings, Gear Systems I

Module 5: Gear Systems II, Design of Clutch, Brakes and Couplings

Module 6: Belts and Chains

Availabilities

Location	Domestic	International
Gold Coast	Term1	Term1
Lismore	Term1	Term1
Online	Term1	N/A

Learning outcomes

Unit Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a unit. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes. The unit learning outcomes and graduate attributes are also the basis of evaluating prior learning.

On completion of this unit, students should be able to:

employ a systems approach that integrates a detailed technical knowledge of the mechanical design process with other relevant contextual factors to address a complex problem related to mechanical systems

evaluate and creatively apply advanced engineering methods, techniques, tools and resources) to analyse and design solutions to a complex problem related to mechanical systems

implement the management and communication of the outcomes from a complex project related to mechanical systems

self-assess conduct and performance as a professional engineer in contributing to the successful completion of a complex project related to mechanical systems.

Teaching and assessment

Teaching method

Workshop 1 hour (Weekly)

Tutorial 2 hours (Weekly)

Assessment
Project report	60%
Short written response	40%

Teaching method

Workshop 1 hour (Weekly)

Tutorial 2 hours (Weekly)

Assessment
Project report	60%
Short written response	40%

Teaching method

Workshop 1 hour (Weekly)

Tutorial 2 hours (Weekly)

Assessment
Project report	60%
Short written response	40%

Prescribed learning resources

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Fee information

Domestic

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