MEN 3010 - Machine Design

Credits: 4

The design of machines and machine elements, and cost considerations. The course focuses on power transmission in machine including gears, belts, pulleys, bearings, lubrication, clutches, brakes, chains, power screws, and gear trains. Stress calculations and material selection are discussed. Broad design issues such as safety, ethics, patents, product liability, time value of money, return on investment, and breakeven analysis are covered. Students work in design teams on a major design project.
Prerequisite(s): GEN 2012 and MEN 3020.