ME 102 - Mechanical Engineering Design [3 units]
CATALOG DESCRIPTION
Application of principles of mechanics,
materials science, and manufacturing processes
to the design of components and
complete machines that must meet prescribed
functional requirements. Synthesis and analysis of
a major machine design project.
COURSE PREREQUISITES
C124 and Engineering 28.
TEXTBOOK(S) AND/OR OTHER REQUIRED MATERIAL
Course notes are provided, as well as instrument and programming manuals as needed.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
Students learn to integrate mechanical and electrical
systems, and controllers to create an intelligent
system that performs a desired function.
DESIRED COURSE OUTCOMES
Students will become familiar with common machine elements, sensors, actuators, and controllers. Students will also learn how to program DSP, or micro-controllers, and also how to process signals from sensors to generate actuator functions.
TOPICS COVERED
Intro to Micro-controllers;
Memory and Binary code;
Buses and Memory map;
Operational Amplifiers;
Signal processing;
Analog to Digital Converters;
Digital to Analog Converters;
Filtering and Sampling Process;
Sensors and Transducers;
Actuators; Motors, Hydraulics and Pneumatics;
Gears and Gear Trains;
Bearings;
Flexible Elements; Belts, Chains and Ropes;
Fasteners.
CLASS/LABORATORY SCHEDULE
Two hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week.
CONTRIBUTION OF THE COURSE TO MEETING THE PROFESSIONAL COMPONENT
Students will discover how integrating mechanical, electrical and control systems can be used to create superior products that can perform unique functions. The semester project is used to familiarize students with the concept of design using some existing components and within economic limits, customize devices to perform new functions, and fabricate new parts and devices as necessary to create a working system. Students work in groups to learn effective communication within a group environment. Students become aware of how new technical innovations can affect the design of a device or system.
RELATIONSHIP OF THE COURSE TO ABET PROGRAM OUTCOMES
An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering;
an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs;
an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems;
the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering
solutions in a global and societal context;
a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning;
a knowledge of contemporary issues;
an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary
for engineering practice.
ASSESSMENT OF STUDENT PROGRESS TOWARD COURSE OBJECTIVES
Weekly homework assignments;
Midterm exam;
Final Exam;
Semester project in a group.
PERSON(S) WHO PREPARED THIS DESCRIPTION:
D. K. Lieu
