Department of Mechanical Engineering, Unit Catalogue 2006/07 |
ME40228 Group business & design project - II |
Credits: 18 |
Level: Masters |
Semester: 2 |
Assessment: CW100 |
Requisites: |
Before taking this unit you must take ME30068 |
Aims:
* To give each student the experience of a real design situation as part of a group. * This unit builds on the evaluation stage, leading to a detailed design that takes into account both engineering and business aspects. * To present these results in written and oral form and to practising engineers at an exhibition. Learning Outcomes: After taking this unit the student should be able to: * Demonstrate detailed knowledge and understanding of the technical process that is engineering design. * Demonstrate detailed knowledge and understanding of the commercial aspects of engineering. * Work in a multi-disciplinary team. * Develop a business plan. Skills: Working in a team; problem solving; numeracy; written communication; oral communication; IT; leadership. Content: Detail Design/Detailed Commercial Study. Numerical analysis of machines. Design for manufacture. CAD. Business Plan. Exhibition presentation. |
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