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MEC531
(Mechanical Engineering
Design 1)
Dr. Bibi Intan Suraya Murat

Dr. Bibi Intan Suraya Binti Murat

019-7562015

03-5543 5224

intansuraya@salam.uitm.edu.my

T1-A11-1C

Course Description
The course covers the Mechanical Design Process and Design of
Mechanical Elements. It includes failure theories for both static and
fatigue conditions. One integrated design project from concept to
blueprint/production drawing is also included.

Course Outcome

Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:

Apply the basic concept of mechanical design process and the
design of machine element towards the design of mechanical
systems.
Select machine components based on standard codes and
practices.
Develop a practical, sustainable engineering design project.
Work independently as well as in group during design process.
Produce and present technical report in a structured format and
professional.

Course Content and Lecture Period

CH

Hr
Topics
(Week)

Ref

Part A: Mechanical Design Process

Introduction to Mechanical Design

Process (4 hours)
The phases of design
Problem identification and
4 (1-2)
definition
Product design specification
Concept development, evaluation,
and selection

Dieter

Part B: Design for Strength

14 (46)

Design for Strength (14 hours)

Static strength
Failure theories
Stress concentration
Fatigue strength
Introduction to fracture mechanics
4

Shigleys
Chap 3 (3.1- 3.13), Chap 4 (4.24.4, 4.11, 4.14), Chap 5 (5.15.12), Chap 6 (6.1- 6.10)

CH

Hr
Topics
(Week)

Part C: Design of Machine Element

Design of Mechanical Joints (6
hours)
6
Non-permanent joint- screw and
3
[7-8]
fastener
Permanent joint- welding, bonding,
and adhesives
Design of Power Transmission
9
Elements (9 hours)
4
[9-11] Type of gear and force analysis
Shaft, layout, and design for stress
Design of Flexible Mechanical
Elements (3 hours)
Introduction to belt and chains
Flat-, round-, and V-Belt
3
5
Timing belt, roller chain, and wire
[12]
rope
Examples of catalogues from
manufacturer of belt, chain, and
rope
Design of Roller Bearing (6 hours)
Bearing type, life, and load life at
rated reliability
6
6
Variable loading
5
[13-14]
Mounting and dismounting

Ref

Shigleys
Chap 8 (8.1- 8.7), Chap 9 (9.1,
9.2, 9.5)
Shigleys
Chap 13 (13.1- 13.4, 13.6, 13.7,
13.13, 13.14), Chap 7 (7.1- 7.8)

Shigleys
Chap 17 (17.1- 17.6)

Shigleys
Chap 11 (11.1- 11.3, 11.5, 11.7,
11.8)

Assessment and Grading Scale

Test 1 (20%)

A (4.00) 80-100
A- (3.67) 75-79

Assignment 2
(10%)

Test 2 (20%)

B+(3.33) 70-74
B (3.00) 5-69
B- (2.67) 60-64
C+(2.33) 55-59

Assignment 1
(10%)

Practical/Projects (40%)
Progress assessment
(5%),
Peer assessment (5%),
Minute of meeting/log
(5%),
Final presentation
(10%),
Final report (15%)
6

C(2.00) 50-54
C- (1.67) 47-49
D+(1.33) 44-46
D (1.000 40-43
E (0.67) 30-39
F (0.00) 0-29

Reference
R. Budynas and J. Nisbett , Shighlys Mechanical Engineering Design, 10th ed in SI
Units, McGraw- Hill, 2015. (TEXTBOOK)
G. Dieter, L. Schmidt, Engineering Design, 4th ed, McGraw Hill International Edition,
2009.
Hall, Holowenko, Laughlin, Theory and Problems of Machine Design, Schaums
Outline Series, SI (Metric) Edition, McGraw Hill, 1982.
Tyler G. Hicks, P.E., Machine Design Calculations Reference Guide, McGraw Hill Book
Company, 1987.
B.J. Itamrock, B. O. Jacobson and S. R. Schmid, Fundamentals of Machine Element,
2nd Ed, McGraw- Hill, 2005
A. Ugural, Mechanical Design: An Integrated Approach, International Edition,
McGraw-Hill, 2004.

M. F. Spotts, T.E. Shoup, and L.E. Hornberger, Design of Machine Elements 8th
Edition, Pearson-Prentice Hall, 2004.