MECHENG 2900
Transcript Abbreviation:
Intro Design in ME
Course Description:
Introduction to the discipline of Mechanical Engineering through a structured design, build, and test sequence. Students will fabricate apparatus which requires a basic understanding of the full scope of Mechanical Engineering.
Course Levels:
Undergraduate (1000-5000 level)
Designation:
Required
General Education Course:
(N/A)
Cross-Listings:
(N/A)
Credit Hours (Minimum if “Range”selected):
3.00
Max Credit Hours:
(N/A)
Select if Repeatable:
Off
Maximum Repeatable Credits:
(N/A)
Total Completions Allowed:
(N/A)
Allow Multiple Enrollments in Term:
No
Course Length:
14 weeks (autumn or spring)
12 weeks (summer only)
Off Campus:
Never
Campus Location:
Columbus
Instruction Modes:
In Person (75-100% campus; 0-24% online)
Prerequisites and Co-requisites:
Prereq: Enrollment as MechEng-BS student (No ME pre-majors can enroll in this course); or permission of instructor. Prereq or concur: MatScEn 2010.
Electronically Enforced:
No
Exclusions:
(N/A)
Course Goals / Objectives:
Introduce students to all aspects of the discipline of mechanical engineering, including thermal and fluid systems, control systems, and mechanical design
Emphasize the need for thinking and designing at the systems level through product dissection and exercises in functional description
Provide structured and open-ended design experiences with multiple possible outcomes, while emphasizing hands?on learning
Improve students' ability to communicate effectively and professionally using written, verbal, and graphic media
Develop students' abilities to function effectively in teams and provide further experience in project management
Provide extensive experience in using the tools and methods of mechanical engineering, including CAD, CAM, and prototyping skills
Check if concurrence sought:
No
Contact Hours:
| Topic | LEC | REC | LAB | LAB Inst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to the engineering design process and to design constraints. | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Developing functional models of engineered artifacts and systems. | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Materials characterization; choosing appropriate fabrication processes for engineering materials. | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Theoretical and practical introduction to basic metal cutting processes. | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| An introduction to thermal cycles, working fluids, and heat engines. | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Introduction to open loop control systems; application to control of a small air engine. | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Basic data acquisition methods; data manipulation techniques; basic statistics. | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Machine components: gears, cams, couplers, fasteners. | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Managing team projects; Gantt charts, critical path method. | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Writing technical reports and preparing technical presentations. | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Total | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Grading Plan:
Letter Grade
Course Components:
Lecture
Lab
Grade Roster Component:
Lecture
Credit by Exam (EM):
No
Grades Breakdown:
| Aspect | Percent |
|---|---|
| Homework | 20% |
| Structured design project | 20% |
| Open-ended design project | 30% |
| End-of-Quarter Oral Report | 15% |
| End-of-Quarter Written Report | 15% |
Representative Textbooks and Other Course Materials:
| Title | Author | Year |
|---|---|---|
| The Mechanical Engineering Design Process | David G. Ullman | |
| Course notes | Mechanical Engineering Faculty |
ABET-CAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
ABET-ETAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
ABET-EAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
| Outcome | Contribution | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Substantial contribution (3-6 hours) | an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics |
| 2 | Significant contribution (7+ hours) | an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors |
| 3 | Substantial contribution (3-6 hours) | an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences - pre-2019 EAC SLO (g) |
| 4 | Some contribution (1-2 hours) | an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts |
| 6 | Some contribution (1-2 hours) | an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions |
| 7 | Some contribution (1-2 hours) | an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies |
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Additional Notes or Comments:
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Basic Course Overview:
MECHENG_2900_basic.pdf
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