University of Technology SydneyHandbook 2008

49325 Computer-aided Mechanical Design

6cp; block; availability: all courses
Requisite(s): 120 credit points of completed study in C10061 Bachelor of Engineering Diploma in Engineering Practice OR 120 credit points of completed study in C10066 Bachelor of Engineering Science OR 120 credit points of completed study in C10067 Bachelor of Engineering
These requisites may not apply to students in certain courses.
There are also course requisites for this subject. See access conditions.
Postgraduate
Subject coordinator: T Brown

This subject extends the development of students' analysis and design skills. Students use computer-aided methods to complement and enhance the analytical and theoretical skills and knowledge obtained in undergraduate subjects and in practice. Mechanical system simulation software is used to introduce virtual prototyping. A finite element analysis program is used for analysing stresses in mechanical components. Although commercially available software is used, students are not simply trained in the use of that particular program. Rather, the objective of the subject is that students understand the general approach to computer-aided engineering and the importance of having a sound knowledge of the fundamental mechanics.

Assessment: Assignments and projects (90 per cent), quiz (10 per cent).

Typical availability

Spring semester, City campus


For detailed information, see the full subject description at:
http://www.eng.uts.edu.au/Current_Students/postgraduate/subject_desc/49325.htm

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

Note: The requisite information presented in this subject description covers only academic requisites. Full details of all enforced rules, covering both academic and admission requisites, are available at Access conditions and My Student Admin.