Computer Aided Engineering

Unit Code:HES2146M

Credit Points	Duration	Contact Hours	Campus	Prerequisite	Corequisite
12.5 Credit Points	1 Semester	60 Hours	Hawthorn, Sarawak	HES1300 Robotics and Mechatronics Project 1	Nil

Related Course/s:

A unit of study in the Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering), Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical)/Bachelor of Commerce.

Aims & Objectives:

During the unit we aim to:

Develop the ability to prepare computer models of parts, assemblies and mechanisms using a CAD system
Develop abilities in the use of computer software in solving engineering problems and documenting the result

At the completion of this unit, students should be able to:

Create 3-dimensional computer models of parts
Produce engineering drawings according to Engineering standards
Create mathematical models using standard software e.g. Excel, Engineering Equation Solver (EES) and Ansys for Finite Element Analysis, Computational Fluid Dynamics
Implement computer aided solutions on simple engineering problems
Prepare written / graphical reports on simple engineering problems

Teaching Methods:

This unit will be delivered in a computer laboratory. Online tutorials or student handbooks will be used to instruct students how to use the software studied. Theoretical content and practical instruction will also be delivered in the computer laboratory. A trained staff with software knowledge will be available in the laboratory to assist students during their learning. Suitable online tutorials will be used to enhance learning.

CAD (36 hrs), Computer applications (24 hrs)

Assessment:

Assignments, Class Participation, Tests: CAD (50%), Computer Application (50%)

Generic Skills Outcomes:

In this unit, students are expected to enhance the Key Generic Skills below as recognised by Engineers Australia. The Unit Outline explains how these outcomes will be achieved.

Ability to apply knowledge of basic science and engineering fundamentals
Ability to communicate effectively, not only with engineers but also with the community at large
Ability to function effectively as an individual and in a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams, with the capacity to be a leader or manager as well as an effective team member
Expectation of the need to undertake lifelong learning, and capacity to do so

Content:

CAD (50%)

• Introduction to CAD, the screen, menus, toolbars, commands, drawing elements, editing, filing, printing.
• Creation of 3D parametric models of parts using solid modelling.
• Assembly of parts with constraints.
• Mechanism modelling and kinematic modelling.
• Introduction to surface modelling.
• Preparation of engineering drawings to industry standard.

Computer Application (50%)

• General computer software applications: Microsoft Excel for general calculations and graphing, Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Word.
• Specialised computer software applications: Engineering Equation Solver (EES) for mathematical modelling parametric studies and optimisations, Ansys for an introduction to Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD).

Reading Materials:

This part of the unit has no assigned textbook. All material to be covered will be delivered by online and printed tutorials. However, students are encouraged to explore the Internet for relevant information regarding applications of this part of the unit. An area such as computer applications in engineering is mandatory in today's industry and students should take every opportunity to further their knowledge through journals, publications, exhibitions and other suitable sources of information.