certificate level stage ii syllabi

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CERTIFICATE LEVEL STAGE II SYLLABI

GE2002 Engineering in Context

Subject Code GE2002Subject

TitleEngineering in Context

Credits 4.0 Total

Hours

Lectures 60 hrs Pre-

requisitesNone

GPA/NGPA GPA assignments

Aims:

The aim of this subject is to provide the knowledge on the interactive elements with the society related

to professional practicing of Engineering and on the perspectives and skills essential to achieve

success as a Professional Engineer.

Learning outcomes:

On successful completion of this subject course, the learner will be able to:

Recognize the scientific and social context of the Engineering profession Define attributes and responsibilities of Professional Engineers Understand the basic engineering principles and practices used in conceiving, developing and

realizing products and processes Explain the importance of economic, risk and safety elements embedded in professional

practicing

Understand the importance of effective communication, management in engineering practicesand the related professional ethics

Understand the implications of professional practicing to the society, quality of life and howsocietys values, perceptions and beliefs are reflected ensuring sustainability

Syllabus:

1. Relevance of Engineering to the society as a Profession [4 hrs]2. Historical development of engineering and the heritage of engineering in Sri Lanka

[4 hrs]3. Characteristics and responsibilities of Professional Engineers and their role in the society and

industry; [4 hrs]

4. Introduction to the function, philosophy and the process of engineering design[8 hrs]

5. Economic and Risk aspects in practicing Engineering [6 hrs]

6. Safety in practicing engineering, Safety regulations, occupational health and safety, hazardanalysis, accident prevention; legal and moral aspects, environmental aspects.

[6 hrs]

7. Role of communication, management, teamwork and negotiation skills in professionalpracticing [8 hrs]

8. Professional ethics, legal & contractual aspects in engineering, Engineers code of conduct


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[8 hrs]

9. Sustainable engineering designrespect to the context [8 hrs]

10.Engineers responsibility in his own professional development and that of the youngerengineers [4 hrs]

Note : Use of case examples to demonstrate success/failures

Assessment:

Continuous Assessment (Assignments)25%Final Exam70%Class participation5%

Recommended TextsEngineers and their profession, Kemper J.D.; ISBN 0-19-510582-6

The Professional Engineer in Society, Collins S., Ghey J. and Mills G.; ISBN 1-85302-501-1Social, Ethical and Policy implications of Engineering, Herkert J.R.; ISBN 0-7803-4712-9

GE2001 Presentation of Engineering Information

Subject

Code

GE 2001 Subject

Title

Presentation of Engineering Information

Credits 4.0 Total

Hours


Requisites

None

GPA/NGPA GPA Lab/Assignt 30 hrs

Aims:

The aim of this unit is to develop basic skills in understanding, collecting, processing, presenting andcommunicating engineering information effectively

Learning Outcomes:

On completion of this module the student will be able to:

Design, write and revise reports, articles, manuals, procedures and proposals, including the useof graphics.

Visualise, sketch and accurately draw shapes and objects to communicate information to specific

audiences. Use standards and conventions to interpret, prepare and understand Engineering Drawings and

pictorial views and communicate them with those in the same profession.

Develop skills in making successful, visual presentations.

Use basic statistical tools, techniques and procedures for analyzing, interpreting, displaying data,and making decisions based on such data.

Use Information and Computer Technology wherever possible in achieving above outcomes andto improve quality, speed of handling and accuracy when communicating information.


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Classification and division, Comparison, Finding trends and patterns, Curve fitting methods.

Applications

Business reports, Interpretation of basic financial reports, Use and appreciation of Socio-

economic information such as Central Bank Annual Report.

Graphical representation of dataCharts, graphs, flow chart, etc; Nomograms, pie charts, bar charts, XY Charts, histograms, log-log scales, semi log scales, etc; Survey Plans and contour maps.

Flow Charts

Logic diagrams and networks for process representation including

Critical Path Method. and PERT techniques

Gathering of InformationGathering of information using library facilities; Searching literature; Classification and retrieval

of information; Use of internet; Preparing and administering questionnaires for the purpose of

surveys Processing of information from surveys; Processing of information from experiments;Reviewing the information already gathered.

TECHNICAL REPORT WRITING AND ORAL PRESENTATION:[Total 6 hrs lectures, 5 hrs practice]

1. Technical Report writing - I

Types of Technical Reports and their basic features: Proposals, Feasibility Reports,

Progress Reports, Research Reports, etc.

Organising the Report: Themes and contents, Choice of a structure/ format.

Forms of Letters and Memos in an organizationJob letters, and various business letters.

2. CV writing

3. Technical report writing -II

Writing the Report:

Language and style, basic ingredients, Sentence structure, Paragraphs, grammar,

punctuation marks and Chapters, etc., Writing the Draft, Revising the Draft, Check list;

Tables and illustrations, Graphs, Charts and diagrams; Abbreviations and symbols.

References and bibliography.

Visual elements

4. Format and Printing of Reports

Margins and spacing, Numbering of Sections/Paragraphs, Headings and sub-headings,

Numbering of pages and illustrations, Numbering of mathematical expressions, Presentation

of supplementary information such as Foot notes, references and appendices. Use of Word


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Processing software and computers to prepare documents and reports.

5. Oral presentation techniques

Oral report presentation; Choosing the delivery techniques; Organising the report content;

Physical aspects of speaking to an audience; Audience interaction; Use of Audio-visual aids

Assessment:Classroom Assignments20%Take Home Assignments10%

Final Examination70%

Details of Practical Classes, Take Home Assignments and Tutorial Classes

Practical Class 1

Based on lectures on introduction to Engineering Drawing Practice. All answers to questions should bemarked by the lecturer and the common errors can be discussed at the class.

Practical Class 2

Assignment based on 2 to be answered in the classroom

Practical Class 3

Sectional views and conventions (Type of Sections, Assembly Sections, Conventional Practices,Auxiliary Views and Sections) to be answered in the class room; Further practices on this as THA

Practical Class 4

Assignment based on 3 and 4 to be answered in the class room.

Practical Class 05

Assignment based on 5 to be answered in the class room.

Practical Class 06Assignment based on 6 to be worked in the class room.

Use of Computers in Drafting

Practical Class 07

Assignment based on 7 (An exercise involved with 3-D objects and geometrical construction)

Practical Class 08

Orthographic projections of solid objects using CAD software based on 7

Practical Class 09

Exercises on building construction drawings and basic Electrical/electronic circuit diagrams followed by

THA

TECHN ICAL REPORT WRITING AND ORAL PRESENTATI ON:

Three class room teacher support tutorial sessions followed by several THA 04

hrs


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References:

1. Sri Lanka Standard 409: 1977 Engineering Drawing Practice2. Technical Drawing; A Yardwood

3. Technical Drawing for G.C.E. & C.S.E ; J N Green4. Engineering Drawing I with worked examples ; F Pickup & M A Parker

5. Engineering Drawing II with worked examples ; F Pickup & M A Parker6. Engineering Drawing Volume I; K R Gopalakrishna7. Engineering Drawing Volume II; K R Gopalakrishna

8. Engineering Drawing with Problems & Solutions; K R Hart9. Engineering Drawing for Technicians Volume 1; O Ostrowsky10. Engineering Drawing for Technicians Volume 2; O Ostrowsky11. Engineering Drawing with CAD Applications; O Ostrowsky

GE2003 Information Technology Applications

Subject

Code

GE2003 SubjectTitle

Information Technology Applications

Credits 4.0 Total Hours Lectures 45 hrs Pre-

Requisites

None

GPA/NGPA GPA Lab/Assignt 30 hrs

Aims:

This subject aims to introduce students to the basic concepts of information technology and to develop

the ability to apply it effectively in the fields of engineering.

Learning Outcomes:

On successful completion of this subject, students are expected to:

1. Explain the basic organisation of a computer and how computer systems are built.

Identify basic components of a processor and their functions.

Describe instruction execution cycle and memory addressing modes.2. Construct simple digital circuits using gates.

Use different number systems and standard representations of data.3. Classify software systems that can be found in computers today.

Identify the role of operating systems and different types of operating systems.

Use basic application software and create a document, spreadsheet and a presentation.

Identify special application software for fields of engineering and apply relevant softwarefor specific needs in the field selected.

4. Design simple algorithms to solve engineering problems and represent them in suitable form

(Flowcharts, Pseudo-code etc.). Construct programs using a suitable programming language.

Apply data structures and data organization in programs.5. Describe what a network is and how it is physically built.

Explain different types of network topologies and networking devices.

Make use of Internet and email.6. Explain the importance of security in a computer system.


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Syllabus:

Introduction to computers [1 hr]Evaluation of computers, Generations of software and hardware, history of people associatedwith evolution of computers

Computer organization [7 hrs]

Organisation of a simple computer system, Von Neumann machines, organisation of CPU,addressing, data types, instruction formats, classification of computer architecture, hypotheticalmachines

Digital systems [6 hrs]Boolean algebra, De Morgan's laws, truth tables, Karnaugh maps, logic gates, design of logiccircuits

Input Output [3 hrs]IO systems, terminals, modems, mouse, printers, digital and analogue I/O techniques

Memory subsystem [4 hrs]Memory organisation, byte, word definitions, memory types, secondary memory - floppy disks,hard disks, CDs

Operating systems [3 hrs]overview of system software, development, structure of OS, functionalities of an OS, Filesystem, file organisation, directory structure, and different operating systems

Application software [2 hrs]word processing, spreadsheets, databases, CAD and special purpose software

Programming fundamentals [11 hrs]Generation of programming languages, Program structures, Structured programming - top down/bottom up design, introduction to algorithms, pseudo code, introduction to data structures, static& dynamic structures, arrays, lists, stacks

Computer networks [4 hrs]Network topologies, LAN, WAN, introduction to OSI model and protocols, Internet: Internetservices, email, WWW, ftp

Computer security [4 hrs]Threats to computer security (errors, omissions, malicious code, virus, trojan horse etc.),Measures to ensure security (Encryption, Digital signatures, Access control lists, Securitypolicies), Backup and Recovery

Assessment:

Assignments: 3 (in the areas of computer hardware, programming, and applications) (20%)Labs: (20%)

assembling a computer,

writing programmes in assembly and in high level languages,

using application software

Final examination: 3 hrs (60%)

References:

Mano, M. Morris; Kime, Charles R. (2008), Logic and Computer Design Fundamentals; Fourth Edition,Pearson Education Inc.

E. Garrison Walters, Essential Guide to Computing, The: The Story of Information Technology, ISBN-10: 0130194697 ISBN-13: 9780130194695, Prentice Hall


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MA2001 Engineering Mathematics II

Subject Code MA2001Subject

TitleEngineering Mathematics II

Credits 4.0 Total

Hours


requisites Mathematics IGPA/NGPA GPA MCQ 1 Test

Aim:

To provide the students with fundamental mathematical concepts and tools to analyze and solve a

range of engineering and management problems.

Learning outcomes:

At the successful completion of this subject course, the learner will be able to:

Apply logic and discrete mathematics in engineering applications

Be able to work with propositions and truth tables, simplify Boolean expressions

Work with relations and identify equivalent relations

Use different types of proving theorems

Apply principles of predicate calculus

Use available software for solution of discrete mathematical applications

Use numerical techniques in engineering applications

Apply different numerical methods to solve an equation in a single unknown

Apply different numerical methods to solve systems of linear equations

Perform numerical integration

Solve initial value ordinary differential equations using Euler and Taylor series methods

Solve simple difference equations

Perform curve fitting using Lagrange and Newton's forward difference methods

Apply software for numerical solution of engineering problems

Apply probability and statistical methods in engineering and management applications

Do advanced uses of Bayes' Theorem

Work problems of binomial, normal & Poisson's distributions Perform hypothesis testing and use samples to obtain results of populations

Use regression models and partial correlation

Perform time series analysis

work simple problems of stochastic theory

Use software for statistical calculations

Syllabus:

Discrete MathematicsDiscrete Mathematic concept, Introduction to logic & symbolic logicPropositions & Propositional algebra, Truth tables

Boolean expressions and their simplificationsRelations, EquivalenceProofs of TheoremsPredicate Calculus, QuantifiersFourierseries solution for periodic signalsUse of software for above calculations

[20 hrs]Numerical MethodsSolution of equations in one variable; successive substitution method rule of false position; Newton-


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Syllabus:

Introduction to Measurements (20 hrs)

- Basic and derived units, dimensions and measurements. Dimensionless variables.

Error estimation. Approximations. Rounding-off and truncation.- Precision of instruments, least count and selection of tools.- Use of graphs, pie charts, bar charts, tables, etc.- Simple curve fitting.- Measuring tools: Rulers, micrometers, vernier callipers, height gauges, depth

gauges, inside micrometers, thread gauges, sine bars, spherometers.

- Optical devices: Travelling microscope, electronic balance, chemical balance, etc.,Crack width measuring devices

- Electrical resistance strain gauges, Mechanical strain gauges- Linear transducers- Clocks and stop watches

Surveying (20 hrs)

- Principles and practice of chain surveying. Use and adjustments of the clinometer,cross-staff and optical square.

- Basic optical and mechanical principles of the theodolite.- Level, plane table equipment, prismatic compass, the sextant and subtense

apparatus, adjustment and use of such instruments.- Theodolite traversing. Theory of base line measurements, Principle and practice of

simple spirit levelling: longitudinal and cross sections, contour surveying simpleareas and volumes;

- Tacheometry and subtense measurements.

Other Measurements (10 hrs)

- Pressure measurements and manometry- Measurement of resistance, Potentiometer and its applications- Temperature, Humidity and velocity measurements.- Traffic counting devices- Noise, pollution and vibration- Safety and protection

- Acceleration

Assessments:Laboratory assignments (10 nos.), each 2 hr duration (40%)End of stage examination of 3 hr duration (60%)

Recommended Texts:Surveying, (1992), A. Bannister and S. Raymond, 6

thEdition, Longman.

Recommended Texts:Surveying, (1992), A. Bannister and S. Raymond, 6

thEdition, Longman.

CE 2002 Building Construction

SubjectCode

CE 2002 SubjectTitle

Building Construction


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Credits 4.0 TotalHours

Lectures 55 hrs Pre-requisites

None

GPA/NGPA GPA Lab/Assign. 10 hrs

Aims:

To develop the ability to identify construction materials, methods related to low rise buildings and

the ability to execute detail construction drawings and to interpret specifications in constructiondocuments and standards.

Learning outcomes:On successful completion of this subject, the student will be able to;

Read and interpret construction and design details in engineering drawings and other relateddocuments.

Identify of building elements, their structural functions and performance.

Ability to recognize building materials and their conformity to specifications.

Ability to grasp the provisions for building services and their implications on other elements.

Syllabus:

Introduction to Building Construction (10 hrs)

- Identification of building elements, theory and practice related to detail constructiondrawings and its use in the construction of low rise buildings.

Construction Materials and Methods (25 hrs)- Identification and use of suitable building materials and construction methods.- Familiarize with relevant standards related to construction of foundations, walls,

doors and windows, roofs, ceilings, floors and finishes.

- Introduction to suitable building materials and construction methods for servicesincluding water supply, sanitary facilities, electricity, fire fighting, air-conditioningand vertical and horizontal circulation.

Manufacturing Processes (20 hrs)

- Manufacturing processes, properties, specifications and test methods for majorconstruction materials including cement, sand, aggregates, steel, bricks, timber,roof covering materials, pipes and fittings.

Assessment:

Laboratory assignments (5 nos.), each 2 hr duration (30%)End of stage examination of 3 hr duration (70%)

Recommended Texts:

Seeley, I. H., (1995), Building Technology, 5th Edition, Macmillan Building & Surveying Series,UK.Barry, R., (1999).The Construction of Buildings, Blackwell Science Ltd, UK.Hendry, A. W., (1981). Structural Brickwork, Macmillan Press, London, UK.


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EC2001- Electronics 1

Subject

Code

EC2001 SubjectTitle

Electronics 1

Credits 4.0 Total

Hours


Requisites

GE1002,

MA1001GPA/NGPA GPA Lab/Assignt 10 hrsAims:

This subject aims at introducing the basic principles of electronics and to develop the skills

to analyse and design basic electronic circuits.Learning Outcomes:

On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:

7. Explain the behaviour of different semiconductor devices.8. Analyse and design simple analogue circuits.9. Construct simple analogue circuits.

10. Compare different number systems and do calculations.11. Analyse and design combinational and sequential circuits.12. Construct digital circuits.

Syllabus:

Analogue Electronics [35 hrs]

Diodes: PN junction, transistors: PNP and NPN transistors, Darlington pair, Field effect

transistors, Power electronic devices, Power supplies: linear and switch mode powersupplies, Electro-optic devices, Transistor (BJT/FET) amplifiers, h-parameter equivalent

circuit.Digital Electronics [20 hrs]

Number systems: Efficiency, radix conversion, and arithmetic with base other than ten.Coding systems: Coded decimal systems, Cyclic code, Alphanumeric codes, Errordetecting codes. Boolean Algebra: Definitions, functions, truth tables, Venn diagrams.

Minterms and maxterms, the Karnaugh map, QuineMcCluskey method. Logic circuits:

combinational logic circuits: half adder, full adder, subtraction circuits. Sequential logic

circuits: Flip-flops, latches, registers, counters. Analysis and synthesis of sequentialcircuits.

Assessment:Assignments: 2 (20%)Labs: (20%)

Diode and transistor characteristics

Frequency of oscillation

Operational amplifier logic functions and Operation of a Transistor

Implementing Flip Flops using logic gatesFinal examination: 3 hrs (60%)

References:

1. Principles of Electronics, V.K. Mehta, Shalu Mehta,ISBN:81219172392. Analog electronics ,Pittet, A. ed./Kandaswamy, A. ed., ISBN:81203278453. Electronics: analog and digital, Nagrath, I. J.,ISBN:9788120314917


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EE2001 Electrical Measurements and instrumentation

Subject Code EE2001Subject

TitleElectrical Measurements and Instrumentation

Credits 4.0 Total

Hours


requisites NoneGPA/NGPA GPA Lab/Assign. 10 hrs

Aims:

To develop capacity to make measurements on electrical and non-electrical quantities using the proper

instruments, through an understanding of the underlying principles and practical aspects of

measurements.

Learning outcomes:

On successful completion of this subject the student will be able to: Explain the basic concepts in measurement

o State the objectives of engineering measurements

o State the different characteristics of quantities to be measured

o Explain the significant differences between direct and null deflection methods

Appreciate standards as practiced in engineering

o Explain the concept of standards and their importance

o State the difference between absolute and working standards

o Calibrate basic measuring instruments

State the working principles of measuring instruments and their applications

o (Moving coil and moving iron meters, Dynamometer, induction , thermal, electrostatic

and rectifier type meters, Ballistic and vibration meters)

o Use shunts and multipliers to extend the range of ammeters and voltmeters

o Measure electrical quantities using meters

o Explain the impact of damping and on meter response

o Select instruments considering accuracy, sensitivity and response time

o Select Current and potential transformers in practical applications

o Make measurements using the Cathode ray oscilloscope

o Make accurate measurements using Potentiometers and other Bridge type meters

State the working principles of basic active and passive transducers and apply them in

measurements

o State how Loading effects measurements Process statistical data for measurement purposes

o Select the correct sampling interval using the Sampling theory

o Analyse signals using convolution, correlation and power density spectra

o Determine Sources of error and how to minimise error

Understand the working principle of digital meters and issues related to Interfacing

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o State how Signal conditioning is accomplished

o Explain the necessity of Amplification and filtering

o Explain steps involved in PC interfacing

Syllabus:

1. General principles of measurements [4 hrs]Objectives of Engineering measurements, composition of measuring systems, comparison ofdirect and null methods, static, dynamic and transient data, Absolute and working standards, meter

calibration2. Instruments to measure electrical quantities [12 hrs]

Moving coil and moving iron meters. Dynamometer, induction, thermal, electrostatic and rectifier

type meters. Galvanometers. Ballistic and vibration instruments. Shunts and multipliers.Application of above types of meters to measure voltage current, power, frequency, energy,

resistance and insulating resistance. Sensitivity, response time and damping of meters.3. Instrument transformers [6 hrs]

Current and potential transformers for instrumentation and protection applications and thereaccuracy levels.

4. Cathode ray oscilloscope [3 hrs]Electron gun, deflection, time base, focusing and storage

5. Bridge methods [6 hrs]Direct current potentiometers, Wheatstone bridge. Kelvin double bridge. AC potentiometers.Simple ac bridges for measurement of inductance and capacitance.

6. Transducers [6 hrs]Active and passive transducers and their working principles, loading effects. Applications oftransducers for measurement of non-electrical quantities.

7. Statistical basis of measurements [12 hrs]Accuracy, precision and repeatability. Sampling theory. Use of Fourier transform and otherstatistical operations in measurements. Convolution, correlation and power density spectra.

Sources of error and error minimisation.

8. Digital meters [6 hrs]Principle and applications digital voltmeters. Interfacing: Signal conditioning. Amplification andfiltering. Microcontrollers. PC interfacing.

Assessment:

5 laboratory assignments (30%)

each of 2hr duration covering ;

1. Moving coil & moving iron meters,

2. Kelvins double bridge,

3. Measurement of power & Energy,

4. Measurement of inductance & capacitance,5. Cathode ray oscilloscope (30%)

End of stage examination of 3hr duration (70%)

Recommended Texts:

- Martin U. Reissland,Electrical measurements: fundamentals, concepts, applications, Published

by New Age International (P) Ltd., 1989.


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ME2001 Mechanics of Machines

Subject

Code

ME2001 SubjectTitle

Mechanics of Machines

Credits 4.0 Total

Hours


Requisites

MA1001

GE1004GPA/NGPA GPA Lab/Assignt 18 hrs

Aim:

To enable students to learn and apply principles of mechanics of machines in mechanical engineering andsolving problems involved in machinery dynamics. In this unit different mechanisms, powerTransmission through such mechanisms, work and energy, balancing of rotating masses, basic vibration,

and friction are mainly dealt with.Lab activities in various mechanisms and machines would reinforce theory

Learning Outcomes:

On successful completion of this subject the student will be able to

Demonstrate a good understanding of the principles of mechanisms and machines, and theirpractical applications in mechanical Engineering.

Solve problems involving linkage mechanisms, balancing, vibration, and power transmissionthrough clutches, chains, belts, gears, etc.Select suitable mechanisms for various applications including, cams and governors.

Use friction as an advantage in mechanical engineering. Reduce friction otherwise to minimiseenergy losses.

Gain confidence in solving problems related to various mechanisms.

Syllabus:

1. Kinematics of motion and solving problems [6 hrs]Representation of Linear/angular motion using vectors.Relation between Linear and angular quantities of motion, Radial and tangential components of the

accelerationSolving problems involving velocities and acceleration of mechanisms.

2. Kinetics and solving problems [6 hrs]Newtons Laws of motion, Dalmbert Principle,Centrifugal force, Mass moment of inertia,

Momentum and Impulse, Angular momentum or Moment of momentum, Simple pendulum,Compound pendulum, Solving problems covering above topics

3. Types of mechanisms [8 hrs]

Mechanisms and their motion,, Problems involving velocities ,accelerations, forces, torques andpower in mechanisms.Velocity and acceleration diagrams , Solving problems including coriollisacceleration , Instantaneous centre of rotation and its consideration to solve problems , Static anddynamic forces of link mechanisms, Reasons for mechanism failures

4. Balancing of rotating masses [6 hrs]

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Unbalance forces and moments and partial balance of reciprocating mass systems.

Solving Problems involving above.Types of balancing machines

5. Types of gears and gear arrangements [6 hrs]

Gear terms, geometric parameters and definitions

Problems involving with gear trains and epicyclic gears , Problems involving gear torques and powertransmission through gears

6. Turning moment and flywheel [4 hrs]

Use of flywheel in mechanisms, Turning moment diagramme, and mean torque and consideration ofconstant load torque and variable load torque, Fluctuation of speed and energy, Problems involvingdesign of flywheels

7. Vibrations [8 hrs]Degrees of freedom, modelling of vibrating systems, Free vibration of one DOF systems without and

with damping. Simple harmonic motion, Natural frequency, damping ratio, logarithmicdecrement.Forced vibration of one DOF viscous damped systems, resonance and solve related

problems

8. Cams and followers [6 hrs]

Functions and Types of cams, classification of cams according to shapes, follower movement, andconstraint of the followersFollower motion and derivatives of follower motion; displacement, velocity, acceleration anddeceleration of the follower., Laying out of cam profiles, Analysis of cams with specific contours,Analysis of rigid eccentric cams, Effect of follower elasticity of its displacement and velocity

Spring surge, unbalance and windup

9. Governors [6 hrs]Types of governors and their use in engineering applications

Analysis of motion and forces of various governorsSensitiveness of governors, Hunting and isochronism, Power and controlling force of a governor

Assessment:

Practical exercises: 20%Take home assignments: 10%Final Examination: 70%

the practical exercises be conducted in parallel with the lectures.

five take home assignments to be given and the best four out of five to be considered

towards the final mark. wherever relevant graphical methods too should be taught

wherever relevant Energy Method should be dealt with

References:


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1. Mechanics of Machines - Elementary Theory and Examples; J Hannah & R C Stephen

2. Mechanics of Machines - Advanced Theory and Examples; J Hannah & R C Stephen

3. Theory of Machines; WG Green

4. Theory of Machines; P L Ballaney

5. A Text Book of Applied Mechanics; R S Khurmi

6. Theory of Machines; R S Khurmi & Gupta

7. Applied Mechanics; J Hannah & M J Miller

8. Mechanics of Machines; G H Ryder & M D Bennett

9. Mechanical Technology; D H Bacon & R CStephen

10. Solution of Problems in Theory of Machines; S Anvoner

ME2002 Manufacturing ProcessesSubject

CodeME2002 Subject Title Manufacturing Processes

Credits 4.0Hours/Week

Lectures 50 Pre

requisitesNone

GPA/NGPA GPA Lab/Assignments 20

Learning Outcomes: (Please change the wordings of the highlighted sections to the learning outcome

format)

After successful completion of this subject, the students should be able to:

Describe machining processes and machinery involved in manufacturing basic components

Explain the metal-casting processes available and their applications

Explain the mechanisms of Fabrication processes and identify their applicability Describe different metal fitting and forming processes based on their applicability and limitations.

Appreciation of non-conventional machining and NC and CNC machining

Identification and ability to select different tools for various metal removal, forging and metalforming operations.


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Syllabus:

Mechanical Behaviour and Manufacturing Properties of Material [2 hrs]Mechanical properties, failure/fracture characteristics of materials in manufacturing. Generalapplication of ferrous, non-ferrous alloys, plastics and others in engineering.

Metal fitting and sheet metal work, . [2 hrs]

Various hand tools for metal fitting and sheet metal work, and the use of such tools;

Machining Processes and Machinery [6 hrs]Machining of round shapes- Turning parameters, Lathes and their operations, screw thread cutting,

boring, drilling, reaming, tapping and work holding; jigs and fixturesMachining Miscellaneous shapesMilling, Shaping, Planing, broaching, Gear machining; Various

other machining processes commonly used in the industry

Introduction to Non-traditional and Numerically Controlled(NC) Machining [6 hrs]Abrasive machining and finishing operations, Basic of NC machines

Cutting tools and various cutting tool technologies. [4 hrs]Tools for various metal removal, forging and metal forming operations.

Metal Casting [4 hrs]Types of casting - Shell mould casting, Investment casting, Die-casting, Centrifugal casting,

Continuous casting, Melting practice, properties and defects, Basic of mould preparation

Fabrication [6 hrs]Mechanical Fastening, Metallurgical processes - Welding, Brazing, and Soldering, Bonding

processes. Permanent and flexible fastenings

Forming, [4 hrs]Hot/Cold/Warm Forming, Sheet Metal Forming Processes - Bending, Shearing, Roller shears,Punching, Blanking, piercing etc.; planning material for blanking and piercing; introduction todies,

Volume Forming Processes, [4 hrs]Upsetting, Open die forging, Closed die forging, Roll Forging and applications

Glass, Rubber, Plastics, ceramics and Epoxies in engineering applications [4 hrs]Basic processes involved and Applications

Engineering Metrology and instrumentation [4 hrs]Measurement standards, Graduated and Comparative measuring instruments, Coordinate

measuring machines, Profile measurement, Gauges, selection of measuring instruments

Quality assurance, Testing and Inspection [4 hrs]Quality assurance, standards, statistical methods of quality control, statistical process control,reliability, destructive and non-destructive testing

Assessment:

Continuous Assessment 25%Final Exam 75%


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Recommended texts

Manufacturing technology, advanced machines and processes, Town, H.C. and Moore, H., ISBN

0-7134-1097-3

Manufacturing engineering : an introduction to the basic functions, Tanner, J.P.,

ISBN 08247744043

Manufacturing Technology, Kalpakjian S. and Schmid S.R.; ISBN 81-7808-157-1
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