MCEN2003

MCEN2003: Machine Dynamics

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MCEN2003 is a prerequisite for 3 units.

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Machine Dynamics focuses on the fundamental concepts and mathematics of simple dynamics, with some supporting mathematics and common applications. Coordinate systems (with repeated integrals) and vector functions are introduced in the context of relative motion, velocity and acceleration diagrams, in order to analyse planar kinematics of rigid bodies, and rotating and reciprocating components. Newton's Second Law and free body diagrams introduce the link between kinetics and kinematics, along with static and dynamic friction, inclined plane motion, and rigid body motion with applied forces and torques. Mass moments of inertia are calculated for simple and complex bodies using parallel and perpendicular axis theorems. These concepts are applied to simple mechanical power transfer systems including gears (fixed axis and epicyclic) and belt drives (flat and Vee belts). Some applications of first and second order differential equations are introduced.

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Unit details

Credits25

Contact Hours5 Weekly

Result TypeGrade/Mark

AreaSchool of Civil and Mechanical Engineering (1092)

Field of Education030701 Mechanical Engineering

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How this unit is taught

Lecture1 x 2 hours weekly
Science Laboratory3 x 2 hours semesterly
Tutorial1 x 2 hours weekly
Workshop1 x 1 hour weekly

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INDE1001Engineering Foundations: Principles, Design and Communication
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MATH1018Advanced Linear Algebra 1
MATH1015Linear Algebra 1
MATH1019Linear Algebra and Statistics for Engineers
MATH1017Advanced Calculus 1
MATH1016Calculus 1
MATH1020Calculus for Engineers
MATH1002Engineering Mathematics 1
MATH1003Engineering Mathematics 2
MATH1021Accelerated Mathematics for Engineers

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