Advanced Computer Aided Engineering

SHE level 11
SCQF credit points 30
ECTS credit points 15
Module code MMH130694
Module Leader Andrew Cowell
School School of Science & Engineering
Subject Mechanical Engineering
Trimester B (January start)

Summary of content

The aim of this module is to give the student an insight into the complete product design and manufacture process. This will be achieved by furthering the students' knowledge and ability of the application of CAD/CAM and Simulation techniques to the Design & Manufacture of engineering components. This process will be integrated from the design stage through to manufacturing and will include a major case study.

Module details

Module structure

Activity Total hours
Lectures 5
Tutorials 25
Practicals 25
Seminars 0
Independent Learning 225
Assessment 20
Placement 0

Assessment methods

Component Duration Weighting Threshold Description
Course Work001 30 45 CW1: FEA Static Analysis
Course Work002 20 45 CW2: Manufacturing and Materials
Course Work003 50 45 CW3: CAD/CAM and FEA of Part (Stress and Thermal)