Overview of mechanical engineering design with applications to thermal and
mechanical systems. ... Shigley, J.E., Mischke, C.R., and Budynas, R.G. (1989).
ME270 – Introduction to Mechanical Engineering
Spring 2012
Course Syllabus Sec Time Instructor A MWF 8-9:50 Dr. Judy Vance B MWF 10-11:50 Mr. Jim Heise C MWF 1:10-3 Dr. Erin MacDonald D MWF 3:10-5 Dr. Gap-Yong Kim E TR 8-10:50 Dr. Jim Oliver Contact Info:
Dr. Judy Vance Jim Heise Dr. Erin MacDonald Dr. Gap-Yong Kim Dr. Jim Oliver
TA Kristi Korkowski Clint Moody Jingnan Zhao Eric Murphy Tim Morgan
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Class Schedule: ME270 class schedule is available at: https://webspace.eng.iastate.edu/course/me270/default.aspx
Course Description: Overview of mechanical engineering design with applications to thermal and mechanical systems. Introduction to current design practices used in industry. Semester-long team project focused on addressing societal needs. Past projects include designing human powered charging systems and products for developing nations.
Course Materials: All course materials at: https://webspace.eng.iastate.edu/course/me270/default.aspx
Text: There is no required text for most sections (see your instructor). The following may be useful for reference purposes:
Donnell, J., Singhose, W. (2011). Introductory Mechanical Design Tools. Lulu Enterprises, Inc. Can be ordered at: http://www.lulu.com/product/paperback/introductory-mechanical-design-tools/16588105 Ginn, D., Streibel, B., and Varner, E. (2003). The Design for Six Sigma Memory Jogger - Tools and Methods for Robust Processes and Products. Goal/QPC. Can be ordered at: http://www.goalqpc.com/shop_products_detail.cfm?PID=275 Ullman, D. (2002). The Mechanical Design Process. McGraw-Hill Shigley, J.E., Mischke, C.R., and Budynas, R.G. (1989). Mechanical Engineering Design, 5th Ed. McGraw-Hill Shigley, J.E., Mischke, C.R., and Budynas, R.G. (2004). Mechanical Engineering Design, 7th Ed. McGraw-Hill
Prerequisites: ME 170 or equivalent, Phys 221
General Outcomes: This course is intended as an introduction to the fundamentals of the mechanical engineering design process. Team-based projects with open-ended problems and prototyping of designs will be worked. Applications of engineering tools and principals will be studied and implemented. Oral and written reports will be required for this course. A full description of the course activities is given in the ME 270 Introduction Lecture.
Specific Outcomes: Upon completion of ME270 students should be able to – 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
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Apply their knowledge of mathematics to solve an engineering problem. Apply their knowledge of science to solve an engineering problem. Design a system, component, or process associated with thermal and/or mechanical systems using techniques, skills, and modern tools of the engineering profession. Work effectively in teams to produce quality solutions to problems Communicate effectively in oral and written formats to technical and non-technical audiences Appreciate how mechanical engineering impacts society and the interplay of engineering with social, business and political factors in addressing problems facing society. Understand ethical and professional responsibilities of the mechanical engineering profession. Recognize the need for, and as ability to engage in independent learning.
ME270 – Introduction to Mechanical Engineering
Spring 2012
Course Guidelines: Attendance is required for all lab periods. Attendance will be taken, and will be part of your grade. The WebSpace will be used to distribute material for this class and serve as a repository for your work. Expectations: o Come to class prepared and ready to work. o Complete assignments. o Ask questions when you don't understand. o Learn from your own work, from your classmates, and from the instructors. o Be a reliable and cooperative member of your team. o Follow all rules on facility use. Keep team rooms and shop facilities clean and organized. Grading: o The majority of your grade (71%) comes from team assignments, for which everyone in the team gets the same grade. It is your responsibility to contribute fully to the team’s work, and to make sure the work that the team hands in is up to your standards. o Late assignments will have 10% deducted for each day past the time due. Handing in at the end of lab when the due date is at the beginning of class will be considered one day late. o Assignments can be redone for partial credit if they are revised and returned by the next class period. o Participation is a significant portion of your grade. Your participation score is at your instructor’s discretion, to be based on your attendance in lab and lectures, participation in the lab, and contribution to your team’s project. Due Date
Assignment^ 01. Inspiration Memo 02. Project Charter 03. Customer Requirements, Market Analysis 04. Engineering Specifications 05. Concept Development 06. Concept Proposal, Design Work Plan and Fast Prototype 07. Peer Review 1 08. DFMEA & Modeling 09. BOM & Prototype Cost 10. Design Review (BOM, CAD, Fab. Plan) 11. Testing Plan 12. Peer Review 2 13. Final Prototype 14. Testing Analysis 15. Expo Poster 16. Final Presentation/Business Plan Report 17. Peer Review 3 18. Participation (instructor assigned points)
Total
Individual
Team
1750
500 (29%)
1250 (71%)
(3%) (3%) (3%) (3%) (6%)
50 50 50 50 100
50
(6%)
100
(3%) (6%) (6%) (11%) (3%) (6%) (6%) (6%) (3%) (11%) (6%) (11%)
50 100 100 200 50 100 100 100 50 200 100 200
50 50 50 100 100 50 100 100 200 50 100 100 100 50 200 100 200*
^ Assignments for Section C (Dr. MacDonald) may differ slightly from syllabus * Participation points will be determined by a combination of attendance, participation in weekly status meetings and shop practices.
Special Needs: o Please speak to your instructor if you need an accommodation due to a documented disability. o Please contact the Disability Resources Office (515-294-7220, 1076 Student Services) to coordinate your accommodation. More information can be found at: http://www.dso.iastate.edu/dr/
