MEE401 - Mechanical (Machine) Engineering Design II
Mechanical (Machine) Engineering Design II is an advanced undergraduate engineering course that builds on fundamental design principles to focus on the analysis, synthesis, and optimization of mechanical systems and machine components. The course emphasizes practical design of machine elements such as gears, bearings, shafts, fasteners, springs, and transmission systems, integrating concepts of mechanics of materials, manufacturing considerations, and failure theories. Students are exposed to systematic design methodologies, computer-aided design (CAD) tools, and engineering standards to develop efficient, safe, and cost-effective mechanical systems for real-world applications.
Mechanical Engineering
School of Engineering and Engineering Technology
Muhammed Kamaldeen
Objectives
The main objective of this course is to equip students with the ability to design, analyze, and evaluate machine components and systems under various loading and operating conditions. It aims to develop competence in applying engineering principles, codes, and standards to the design process while considering functionality, reliability, manufacturability, and sustainability of mechanical systems.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, students should be able to:
Apply engineering design principles to the development of machine components and systems.
Analyze stresses, strains, and failure modes in mechanical elements under static and dynamic loading.
Design and select appropriate machine elements such as shafts, gears, bearings, and springs for specific applications.
Integrate safety factors, material properties, and manufacturing constraints into engineering designs.
Utilize CAD and engineering software tools for modeling and simulation of mechanical systems.
Evaluate and optimize machine designs for performance, cost, and reliability.
Communicate engineering designs effectively through technical reports and drawings.