48621 Manufacturing Engineering

6cp
Requisite(s): 48610 Introduction to Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering
Fields of practice: Mechanical Engineering program
Undergraduate
Subject coordinator: John Dartnall

The objectives of this subject are to: explain and provide examples of manufacturing processes involved in casting, forming machining and joining of materials; identify and describe the manufacturing process by which products are made of different materials: metals, polymers, ceramics and composites; demonstrate improved technical written and graphical communication skills by completion of specified laboratory reports and site visit reports; and demonstrate basic problem-solving skills relating to manufacturing and production.

Students learn the processes and materials available, as well as a competent and practical approach to evaluating, selecting and recognising the connections between the materials/processes and engineering design.

Assessment: Typically assessment for this subject involves individual project work, laboratory assignments, laboratory quizzes and a final examination.

Typical availability

Spring semester, City campus

Fee information

2008 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $907.50
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.

2008 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,532.00

Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.

Subject EFTSL: 0.125

Access conditions

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