Mechanical Systems Design
Unit code: HES4350
| Credit points | 12.5 Credit Points |
| Duration | 1 Semester |
| Contact hours | 48 Hours |
| Campus | Hawthorn, Sarawak |
| Prerequisites | HES3350 |
| Corequisites | Nil |
Related course(s)
A unit of study in the
Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering)
Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering)
An elective unit of study in
Aims and objectives
This unit of study aims to develop your ability to design and build complex engineering systems, understand the systemic implication of design decisions, understand design challenges and apply design theory.
After successfully completing this unit, you should be able to:
1. Transform ordinary problems into engineering design problems that can then be readily solved and communicated. (K3, K6, S1, S2, S3, A2, A3, A4)
2. Appreciate the role of standards in engineering design. (K1, K3, K5, K6, S1, S2, S3, A1, A2, A4)
3. Use design theory to manage and further develop as an engineer. (K4, K5, K6, S1, S2, S3, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7)
4. Interpret poorly defined problems and determine the appropriate engineering knowledge and methods to solve those problems. (K1, K2, K3, K4, K5, K6, S1, S2, S3, A2, A3, A4)
5. Manage the process of developing a design and then documenting it as part of a team. (K1, K2, K3, K4, K5, K6, S1, S2, S3, S4, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7)
1. Transform ordinary problems into engineering design problems that can then be readily solved and communicated. (K3, K6, S1, S2, S3, A2, A3, A4)
2. Appreciate the role of standards in engineering design. (K1, K3, K5, K6, S1, S2, S3, A1, A2, A4)
3. Use design theory to manage and further develop as an engineer. (K4, K5, K6, S1, S2, S3, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7)
4. Interpret poorly defined problems and determine the appropriate engineering knowledge and methods to solve those problems. (K1, K2, K3, K4, K5, K6, S1, S2, S3, A2, A3, A4)
5. Manage the process of developing a design and then documenting it as part of a team. (K1, K2, K3, K4, K5, K6, S1, S2, S3, S4, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7)
Swinburne Engineering Competencies for this Unit of Study
This Unit of Study will contribute to you attaining the following Swinburne Engineering Competencies:
K1 Basic Science: Proficiently applies concepts, theories and techniques of the relevant natural and physical sciences.
K2 Maths and IT as Tools: Proficiently uses relevant mathematics and computer and information science concepts as tools.
K3 Discipline Specific: Proficiently applies advanced technical knowledge of the specific discipline within that context.
K4 Emerging Disciplinary Trends: Interprets and applies current or emerging knowledge from inside and outside the specific discipline.
K5 Practice Context: Discerns and appreciates the contextual factors affecting professional engineering practice.
K6 Professional Practice: Appreciates the principles of professional engineering practice in a sustainable context.
S1 Engineering Methods: Applies engineering methods in practical applications.
S2 Problem Solving: Systematically uses engineering methods in solving complex problems.
S3 Design: Systematically uses engineering methods in design.
S4 Project Management: Systematically uses engineering methods in conducting and managing projects.
A2 Communication: Demonstrates effective communication to professional and wider audiences.
A3 Entrepreneurial: Appreciates entrepreneurial approaches to engineering practice.
A4 Information Management: Demonstrates seeking, using, assessing and managing information.
A5 Professional Self: Demonstrates professionalism.
A6 Management of Self: Demonstrates self-management processes.
A7 Teamwork: Demonstrates effective team membership and team leadership.
This Unit of Study will contribute to you attaining the following Swinburne Engineering Competencies:
K1 Basic Science: Proficiently applies concepts, theories and techniques of the relevant natural and physical sciences.
K2 Maths and IT as Tools: Proficiently uses relevant mathematics and computer and information science concepts as tools.
K3 Discipline Specific: Proficiently applies advanced technical knowledge of the specific discipline within that context.
K4 Emerging Disciplinary Trends: Interprets and applies current or emerging knowledge from inside and outside the specific discipline.
K5 Practice Context: Discerns and appreciates the contextual factors affecting professional engineering practice.
K6 Professional Practice: Appreciates the principles of professional engineering practice in a sustainable context.
S1 Engineering Methods: Applies engineering methods in practical applications.
S2 Problem Solving: Systematically uses engineering methods in solving complex problems.
S3 Design: Systematically uses engineering methods in design.
S4 Project Management: Systematically uses engineering methods in conducting and managing projects.
A2 Communication: Demonstrates effective communication to professional and wider audiences.
A3 Entrepreneurial: Appreciates entrepreneurial approaches to engineering practice.
A4 Information Management: Demonstrates seeking, using, assessing and managing information.
A5 Professional Self: Demonstrates professionalism.
A6 Management of Self: Demonstrates self-management processes.
A7 Teamwork: Demonstrates effective team membership and team leadership.
Reading materials
Bentley, J. P. (1993). An Introduction to Reliability and Quality Engineering, Longman.Juvinall, R. C. & Marshek, K. M. (2000). Fundamentals of Machine Component Design, 3rd edn, Wiley.
Mitchell, J. W. & Braun, J. E. (2013). Principles of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning in buildings, Wiley.
Pahl, G. & Beitz, W. (1988). Engineering Design, Springer-Verlag.
Rohner, P (1995). Industrial Hydraulic Control, 4th edn, Wiley.
