Introduction to Mechanical Engineering 1

Overview

A model racing car project, which includes practical aspects of design relating to the Stage 1 modules
A catapult project, which contains analysis and testing relating to the Stage 1 modules, introducing the functionality of Microsoft Excel
A robotics project, in which mechanisms and programming relating to the Stage 1 modules are applied.

Learning Objectives

Apply knowledge of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles to the solution of complex problems. Some of the knowledge will be at the forefront of the particular subject of study

Design solutions for complex problems that meet a combination of societal, user, business and customer needs as appropriate. This will involve consideration of applicable health & safety, diversity, inclusion, cultural, societal, environmental and commercial matters, codes of practice and industry standards

Use practical laboratory and workshop skills to investigate complex problems

Select and apply appropriate materials, equipment, engineering technologies and processes, recognising their limitations

Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader of a team

Apply a comprehensive knowledge of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles to the solution of complex problems. Much of the knowledge will be at the forefront of the particular subject of study and informed by a critical awareness of new developments and the wider context of engineering

Design solutions for complex problems that evidence some originality and meet a combination of societal, user, business and customer needs as appropriate. This will involve consideration of applicable health & safety, diversity, inclusion, cultural, societal, environmental and commercial matters, codes of practice and industry standards

Select and apply appropriate materials, equipment, engineering technologies and processes, recognising their limitations

Skills

Communicate effectively on complex engineering matters with technical and non-technical audiences

Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader of a team

Assessment

To pass the module students must pass ALL project assessments