MECH 345 - Machine Design

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisites: CIVL 304
Corequisite: MECH 360

This course introduces mechanical engineering design as an iterative decision making process and fundamental engineering science applied to machine components. Analysis for the design and manufacture of basic mechanical elements and their role in the design of machines; introduction to failure theory, fatigue analysis, and energy methods for deflection analysis and their application of them to the design and analysis of machine elements; design of multi-component systems. Useful design techniques (such as modeling, CPM, optimization, probabilistic approaches, etc.) and factors influencing design (such as human factors, products liability, ethics, societal, economics, safety, etc.) are presented, discussed, and incorporated. Design against static failure and fatigue failure of structural members and machine parts: design and selection of components including fasteners, shafts, springs, gears, bearings, and chain drives. The course culminates in a team-oriented process, design, and manufacture of a mechanical engineering product using the techniques, tools, machines, and equipment that were developed and taught throughout the course.