This is the second (final) part of the design project. Generally it contains the following components but may vary with the specific design project: final design 8% finite element analysis 9% technical drawing 7% price analysis 4% commercial drawing 3% transport details 3% packaging 3% report formating 3%

This oral presentation should contain all major components of all stages of the design project. Each group member must present some parts of the whole presentation for the individual assessment.

This is the first part of the design project, containing the following components: Standard compliances 11% initial design 14% 3D model of initial design 8% description of the manufacturing process 4% report formating 3%

This is an individual assessment. A specific topic will be allocated to the student who will written a critical appraisal/review and submit the report.

Mechanical Design and Bulk Materials Handling

ME3525 - Mechanical Design and Bulk Materials Handling

This subject introduces the fundamental principles of mechanical design, focusing on both theoretical analysis and practical application. Students will learn key design techniques, including hand calculations and finite element analysis with a focus on fatigue and failure investigations, while adhering to Australian and International standards. The subject also covers the properties of bulk solids and the basic design principles of bulk materials handling equipment such as bins, feeders, and conveyors. Through real-world design projects, students will apply these concepts, progressing from preliminary design to detailed engineering analysis. In addition, they will gain experience using commercial engineering software for solid modelling and technical drawings, with a focus on manufacturing specifications. The subject also emphasizes research and critical analysis/review of current practices and emerging innovations in mechanical design and bulk materials handling, equipping students with the knowledge to tackle complex engineering challenges and stay abreast of industry developments.

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118304 Master of Engineering (Professional)

118304 Master of Engineering (Professional) Offerings: All

Assumed knowledge for this subject is consistent with the cognate knowledge required for entry to the Mechanical Engineering major

Assumed knowledge for this subject is consistent with the cognate knowledge required for entry to the Mechanical Engineering major Offerings: All

Advanced Mechanical Engineering Design and Bulk Materials Management 

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ME5325 - Advanced Mechanical Engineering Design and Bulk Materials Management 

Analyse all specific factors affecting the design task at hand and identify and implement any and all appropriate standards and rules available, incorporating these as key elements in design process

Develop practical experience in using commercial engineering solid modelling and drawing software to create, analyse, and refine design specifications—particularly for manufacturing—and effectively communicate these through both visual documentation and formal written reports detailing the design process, analysis, and outcomes.

Research and critically analyse/review current practices and emerging trends in mechanical design and bulk materials handling, integrating advanced methodologies and technologies to address complex engineering challenges

Analyse fundamental properties of bulk solids and apply the basic design principles of common bulk solids handling equipment

Systematically implement engineering design techniques to a real world mechanical design project, incorporating preliminary and detailed design phases and advanced engineering analysis