MECH 3960 Capstone Project I

Initial phase of a comprehensive mechanical design project including research and conceptual design.

About this course

MECH 3960 is the first half of the two-part capstone sequence for Mechanical Engineering Technology students. In this course, you will work in teams to tackle a real-world design challenge. You will begin by identifying a problem, conducting background research, and developing several conceptual solutions. The focus is on the early stages of the design process, from problem definition to the selection of the best approach.

Who takes this course

• Mechanical Engineering Technology

Credits: 3 · Hours: 45

Prerequisites

• MECH 3450 Finite Element Analysis
• MECH 3550 Advanced Manufacturing Systems

Learning outcomes

• Identify and scope a complex mechanical engineering problem relevant to industry needs.
• Conduct a thorough literature and patent review to establish the technical background.
• Develop and evaluate multiple conceptual design solutions against defined constraints.
• Produce detailed technical reports and professional presentations of the proposed design.

Evaluation