MEC2402 Design methods
Faculty of Engineering
MEC2402 Design methods is a level 2, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Engineering, offered in 2021 in Semester 1 at Clayton and Malaysia. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 2 units.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2021
- Semester 1
- Clayton, Malaysia
- Assessment
- No exam
- 5 tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2021 handbook entry. See the 2026 entry.
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Requisites
Before MEC2402
Prohibitions
You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.
After MEC2402
2 units list MEC2402 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
Prerequisite: 12 engineering credit points at level 1
Overview
This unit will help you to develop a systematic method of capturing design requirements, tools for ideation, estimation and decision-making. Primary and secondary manufacturing processes, assembly techniques. Engineering graphics for problem-solving, manufacturing communication and ideation. Report writing, teamwork in solving design problems involving the integration of mechanical elements in prototype conception, construction and testing.
Offerings in 2021
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | On campus |
| First semester | Malaysia | On campus |
Assessment
- Moodle quizzes10%
- Worksheets16%
- CAD tasks7%
- Major project37%
- Final assessment30%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Apply engineering design techniques to solve engineering problems.
- 2
Construct engineering technical drawings by hand or using CAD, to communicate concepts, detail designs, assemblies and manufacturing intent.
- 3
Design a prototype device and validate its real-world performance to comply with safety and specific rules.
- 4
Manage a complex engineering project within the limitations of cost, human factors, sustainability and rules or standards compliance.
- 5
Interpret the technical issues and performance of prototype device built.
Workload and teaching
- Practical activities24 hours
- Workshops22 hours
- Laboratories24 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
The minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of 3-6 hours of scheduled learning activities and 6-9 hours of independent study per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher-directed learning, peer-directed learning and online engagement. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities.
Workshops
Workshop sessions can be thought of as interactive and academic-guided active sessions. You will work on the problems and activities presented to both the individual and the small groups. Examples of student work will be discussed and reviewed. Some of these activities will be completed outside class as homework tasks. This work will be submitted digitally via Moodle. At the end of the semester, marks will be allocated based on evidence of the completion of these activities. We recommend that you keep a scan (or other digital records) of complete worksheets as a backup in case you lose your printed hardcopies during the semester.
Software sessions
Software sessions will be utilised for you to complete CAD practice and weekly-assessed CAD tasks. They will also allow you to work with other students on the major team projects (which includes a CAD submission) and other upcoming assessments. Each team will be allocated a private, online working space and a means of accessing experts. Teams must leave promptly at the end of the session to make way for the next group. Outside of scheduled session times, you are encouraged to employ appropriate online collaboration tools to engage in continued group project work. Such a venue cannot be provided outside of allocated session times.
Where it fits
MEC2402 is part of 3 areas of study in the 2021 handbook.
- MECHENG01Parts C and D. Mechanical engineering knowledge, application and professional practiceMechanical engineeringNo reviews yet
- ROBMCTRN01Parts C and D. Robotics and mechatronics engineering knowledge, application and professional practiceRobotics and mechatronics engineeringNo reviews yet
- SMTMFMNR02Studying Electrical and computer systems engineering specialisationSmart manufacturingNo reviews yet
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Associate Professor Scott Wordley
- Dr Lim Jen Nee
- Professor Hugh Blackburn
- Chief Examiners
- Associate Professor Scott Wordley
- Professor Hugh Blackburn
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for MEC2402?
MEC2402 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after MEC2402?
MEC2402 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 2 units, including TRC4200 and TRC4902.
When is MEC2402 offered?
In 2021, MEC2402 runs in Semester 1 at Clayton and Malaysia.
How much work is MEC2402?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does MEC2402 have an exam?
No. MEC2402 has 5 assessment tasks and no exam.
Which majors and minors include MEC2402?
MEC2402 is part of Mechanical engineering; Robotics and mechatronics engineering; and Smart manufacturing.