Design of mechanical components such as gears, bearings, and shafts for specific loads.
Course overview
In this course you will learn how to design the core mechanical components that make up machines. You will work with gears, bearings, shafts, and fasteners, applying engineering principles to ensure they can handle specific loads safely and efficiently. The focus is on practical design methods used in manufacturing and industrial settings.
You will start by reviewing stress analysis and material properties, then move into the detailed design of individual components. By the end of the term, you will have completed a design project that brings these elements together into a functional mechanical system.
Who takes this course
This course is part of the Mechanical Engineering Technology program at the Benchlands Campus.
Credits: 3 · Hours: 45
Prerequisites
Learning outcomes
- Select and size standard bearings and fasteners for rotating machinery.
- Calculate stress and deflection for shafts under combined loading.
- Design spur and helical gears for specified power transmission.
- Apply safety factors according to industry standards.
- Produce detailed assembly drawings for mechanical sub-assemblies.
Evaluation
| Component | Weight (%) |
| Midterm exam | 25 |
| Design project | 35 |
| Final exam | 40 |