Course Overview
Introduces machine design, with emphasis on elementary design and analytical procedures for machine components. The course covers theories of failure, combined stresses, stress concentration, fatigue phenomena, welded and threaded connections.
Prerequisite(s)
- 50% in MECH 2240
Credits
4.0
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Analyze different types of loads acting on machine components [1, 2].
- Identify the type of stresses in machine components [1, 2].
- Calculate stresses and safety factors in machine components [1, 2].
- Predict failure for machine components under static loads [1, 2].
- Estimate endurance limits of metals subjected to repeated loads [1, 2].
- Predict fatigue failure [1, 2].
- Size bolted connections under static loads [1, 2].
- Size welded connections under static loads [1, 2].
Effective as of Fall 2022
Related Programs
Machine Design 1 (MECH 3340) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Energy
- Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering Full-time
- Mechanical Engineering Technology (Mechanical Design Option)
Diploma Full-time
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