MECTK221 — Machine Design I
3.0 HR. (OC) Prerequisite: Credit or concurrent enrollment in MECTK 204, PHYS 112 with a grade of C or better, and MATH 130 with a grade of C or better. This course includes various topics associated with the design process. Students will be introduced to design problem definition, research methods, and traditional and computer-aided evaluation methods. Students will learn to utilize engineering standards, manufacturers catalogs, design manuals, application engineering software, and CAD (computer-aided design) systems as tools in the design process. The course stresses the design of a complete machine. Two lecture hours and three laboratory hours per week.