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Manufacturing processes, metrology and conceptual design. Introduction to CAD/CAM.
This course makes students aware of topics such as: effective design communications, the design decision-making process, Computer Aided Design (CAD), Computer Aided Manufacture (CAM), Additive Manufacture and other manufacturing processes. Additionally, the use of standard engineering components/materials/processes, such as mechanical fasteners, engineering materials, welding and bioengineering are addressed. Students will actively undertake practical, detailed design tasks and laboratory exercises set in the context of the formalised design process.Students partake in the WARMAN Design Competition, in teams that span both ENME201 and ENME221.
Washington Accord (V4) Summary of Graduate Attributes attained in this course: WA3 – Design/Development of Solutions WA5 – Tool Usage WA8 – Individual and Collaborative Teamwork WA9 – CommunicationCourse topics with Learning Outcomes (and Washington Accord (WA) and UC Graduate Attributes) identified.1. Strip and rebuild an engine. 1.1. Ability to disassemble and assemble a complex mechanical machine (WA9)2. Manufacturing process: capabilities, limitations, impact on design, and market requirements. Bioengineering: medical devices, design, testing and manufacture. 2.1. Show understanding and confidence in designing mechanical components. (WA3) 2.2. Select appropriate manufacturing processes, materials and components, satisfying a safe mechanical design specification. [Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFMA)] (WA3, WA5)3. Metrology, tolerances and engineering design methodology, and communication skills. 3.1. Ability to select appropriate metrology equipment and appreciate that good measurement practices are essential. (WA5) 3.2. Select and specify dimension (general and geometric) tolerances. (WA10)4. SolidWorks CAD (Computer Aided Design). 4.1. Competently use SolidWorks CAD software to produce robust solid modelled parts, assemblies, and manufacturing drawings. (WA5, WA10)5. CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machine programming and operation. 5.1. Use CAM (Computer Aided Manufacture) software to program (and use) a CNC machine. (WA5, WA10)6. Laser cutter programming and operation. 6.1. Design and make a 3D assembly (from 2D materials) using a laser cutter. (WA5, WA10)7. The Warman Competition: Make and test a complex mechanical system with given parameters and objectives. 7.1. Experience making a complex mechanical system in a grouped competitive environment. (WA3, WA9)8. How to find jobs, present quality applications, and conduct oneself in interviews.9. Introduction to Project Management.10. How to prepare for completing your 800 hours of practical work experience.
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attributes specified below:
Critically competent in a core academic discipline of their award
Students know and can critically evaluate and, where applicable, apply this knowledge to topics/issues within their majoring subject.
ENME201 or 2nd Year Director of Studies Approval
Students must attend one activity from each section.
Don Clucas
For detailed course, policy, regulatory and integrity information, please refer to the UC web site, or see relevant Course or Department LEARN pages, (which are available to enrolled students).
Domestic fee $1,122.00
International fee $6,238.00
* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.
For further information see Mechanical Engineering .