COURSE OUTLINE

2016/2017

COURSE NAME: Design of Machine Elements

COURSE CODE: MCEN2334

COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is an extension of MCEN1233 Strength of Materials. Design and analysis of pressure vessels are introduced. Design of
machine elements such as shafts, keys, pins, and bolted and welded connections are discussed. Catalog selection of rolling
contact bearings is also covered.
Course Credits: 3.00
Pre-requisites: MCEN1233, DSGN1242

LEARNING OUTCOMES
OUTCOME
1

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to

analyze and solve problems involving buckling of a straight, centrally loaded column.
The following concepts, skills, and issues are used to support this Outcome:
Specify properties of the cross section of a column.
Distinguish different types of end connections.
Determine long or short columns.
Analyze a straight, centrally loaded column.
Design a straight, centrally loaded column.

perform basic analysis and design as related to pressure vessels.

The following concepts, skills, and issues are used to support this Outcome:
Distinguish between thin-walled and thick walled pressure vessels.
Determine hoop stress in thin-walled spheres and cylinders.
Determine longitudinal stress in thin-walled cylinders.
Determine radial, longitudinal, and hoops stress in thick-walled cylinders and spheres.
Analyze pressure vessels.
Design pressure vessels.

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analyze and design shafting for power transmission.

The following concepts, skills, and issues are used to support this Outcome:
Determine material property of endurance strength.
Calculate the forces exerted on shaft by different components.
Determine the torque and bending moment distribution on shafts.
Determine the required diameter of shafts to resist the combination of torsional shear stress and
bending stress.
Identify and calculate capacities and sizes of keys.
Identify and calculate capacities and sizes of pins.

select rolling contact bearings in mechanical assemblies.

The following concepts, skills, and issues are used to support this Outcome:
Predict the life of rolling contact bearings under given operating conditions.
Select bearings from manufacturers catalogues to handle various load, speed and life
requirement.

select common fasteners for use in mechanical assemblies.

The following concepts, skills, and issues are used to support this Outcome:
Describe bolt materials and thread designations.
Determine the required size of a bolted joint.

analyze and solve problems involving bolted and welded connections.

The following concepts, skills, and issues are used to support this Outcome:
Determine the required size and number of bolts for a concentric load.
Determine the required size of bolts for an eccentric load.
Determine the required size of weld for a welded connection.

STUDENT EVALUATION
OUTCOME
1, 3, 5 and 6

ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION

MARK DISTRIBUTION

In class/take home practical assessments

20%

1 and 2

In class theory assessment #1

20%

3 and 4

In class theory assessment #2

25%

5 and 6

In class theory assessment #3

35%

TOTAL

100%

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS
Standard D or no less than 50%.

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REQUIRED LEARNING RESOURCES

Mott, R. L. (2004). Machine elements in mechanical design. (Latest.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall. ISBN: 9780130618856.
Mott, R. L. (2007). Applied strength of materials. (5th ed (subject to change in 2016).). Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press. ISBN:
9781498725910.

STUDENT EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES

Calculator (as-approved to use in MATH1101).

DELIVERY METHOD
This course will be taught using a variety of delivery methods which may include face-to-face, online, or blended teaching
platforms. Activities such as collaborative exercises/assignments, seminars, labs, discussion, audio/visual presentations, and
case studies may be used to support learning.

STUDENT RESPONSIBILITY
Enrolment at NAIT assumes that the student will become a responsible citizen of the Institute. As such, each student will display
a positive work ethic, assist in the preservation of Institute property, and assume responsibility for his/her education by
researching academic requirements and policies; demonstrating courtesy and respect toward others; and respecting expectations
concerning attendance, assignments, deadlines, and appointments.

EQUITY STATEMENT
NAIT is committed to providing an environment of equality and respect for all people within the learning community, and to
educating faculty, staff, and students in developing inclusive teaching and learning contexts that are welcoming to all.

Leadership Review Date: October 28, 2015

Curriculum Committee Review Date: January 29, 2014

Changes to This Course Outline: Every effort has been made to ensure that information in this course outline is accurate at the time of publication. The Institute
reserves the right to change courses if it becomes necessary so that course content remains relevant. In such cases, the instructor will give the students clear and
timely notice of the changes.
All Rights Reserved: No part of this course outline may be reproduced in any form or resold without written permission from NAIT. Copyright 2015.

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