THE HONG KONG POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY Department of

THE HONG KONG POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY

Department of Mechanical Engineering

Full-time / Sandwich Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Degree

in

Mechanical Engineering

Programme Code: 43078

Definitive Programme Document

(For 2011 Cohort)

August 2011

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PART A PROGRAMME SCHEME

1. PREAMBLE ................................................................................................................. A-1

2. GENERAL INFORMATION ....................................................................................... A-1

2.1 Programme Title and Programme Code ............................................................... A-1

2.2 Host Department .................................................................................................. A-1

2.3 Award Title ........................................................................................................... A-1

2.4 Mode of Attendance ............................................................................................. A-1

2.5 Normal and Maximum Periods of Registration ................................................... A-2

2.6 Entrance Requirements ........................................................................................ A-2

3. RATIONALE AND INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILOs) ......................... A-2

3.1 Programme Objectives and Outcomes ................................................................. A-3

3.2 Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) ................................................................... A-3

3.3 General Approach to Teaching, Learning and Assessment .................................. A-4

3.4 Alignment of Teaching, Learning and Assessment Methods with Programme Outcomes ............................................................................................................. A-5

4. PROGRAMME STRUCTURE .................................................................................... A-5

4.1 General Structure ................................................................................................. A-5

4.2 Normal Study Pattern ........................................................................................... A-5

4.3 Work-Integrated Education (WIE) ....................................................................... A-7

4.4 Co-curricular Activities ........................................................................................ A-9

4.5 Curriculum Mapping ............................................................................................ A-9

4.6 Foundation Year for Non-local Students ............................................................ A-12

5. GENERAL ASSESSMENT REGULATIONS (GAR) ............................................... A-13

5.1 Progression/Academic Probation/Deregistration ............................................... A-13

5.2 Retaking of Subjects .......................................................................................... A-14

5.3 Absence from an Assessment Component ......................................................... A-15

5.4 Grading .............................................................................................................. A-15

5.5 Graduation Requirements .................................................................................. A-16

6. PROGRAMME OPERATION AND MANAGEMENT ............................................ A-17

6.1 Departmental Undergraduate Programme Committee ....................................... A-17

6.2 Programme Executive Group ............................................................................. A-18

6.3 Student-Staff Consultative Committee .............................................................. A-18

6.4 Academic Tutors ................................................................................................ A-18

7. MAJOR IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING .......................................................... A-18

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7.1 Eligibility ........................................................................................................... A-18

7.2 Professional Recognition ................................................................................... A-18

7.3 Major in Mechanical Engineering ..................................................................... A-19

7.4 Guidelines for Award Classification of Major/Minor Programme .................... A-19

PART B SYLLABUSES

Compulsory Subjects

AMA106 Foundation Mathematics ...................................................................................... B-1

AMA201 Mathematics I ....................................................................................................... B-3

AMA296 Mathematics II ..................................................................................................... B-5

CBS2080 Fundamentals of Chinese Communication .......................................................... B-7

ELC2501 University English I ............................................................................................. B-9

ELC2502 University English II .......................................................................................... B-11

ELC3505 English for Effective Workplace Communication I ........................................... B-13

ENG224 Information Technology ..................................................................................... B-15

ENG232 Engineering Science ........................................................................................... B-17

ENG236 Computer Programming..................................................................................... B-20

ENG237 Basic Electricity and Electronics I ..................................................................... B-23

ENG239 Engineering Project ............................................................................................ B-26

ENG306 Engineering Management .................................................................................. B-29

ENG307 Society and the Engineer ................................................................................... B-32

ME2902 Engineering and the Environment ..................................................................... B-35

ME3106 Dynamics and Vibrations ................................................................................... B-38

ME3107 Linear Systems and Control ............................................................................... B-41

ME3204 Design and Manufacturing I .............................................................................. B-44

ME3205 Design and Manufacturing II ............................................................................. B-47

ME3301 Applied Mechanics ............................................................................................ B-50

ME3302 Engineering Materials ........................................................................................ B-52

ME3303 Mechanics of Solids ........................................................................................... B-55

ME3406 Engineering Thermodynamics ........................................................................... B-58

ME3407 Fluid Mechanics ................................................................................................. B-61

ME3901 Project – Design Realization .............................................................................. B-64

ME3905 Numerical Methods ............................................................................................ B-69

ME4904 Capstone Project – Group based ........................................................................ B-72

ME4905 Advanced Numerical Methods for Engineers .................................................... B-75

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Elective Subjects

ME4205 Manufacturing and Prototyping ......................................................................... B-78

ME4206 Advanced Materials for Design and Technology ............................................... B-81

ME4208 Computer-Aided Technology for Design ........................................................... B-84

ME4211 Development of Green Products ........................................................................ B-87

ME4217 Industrial Automation ........................................................................................ B-90

ME4307 Environmental Degradation of Materials........................................................... B-93

ME4308 Automatic Control Systems ............................................................................... B-96

ME4310 Engineering Composites .................................................................................... B-99

ME4405 Environmental Noise ....................................................................................... B-102

ME4406 Noise Abatement and Control .......................................................................... B-105

ME4407 Principles of Sound and Vibration ................................................................... B-108

ME4409 Engine Technology .......................................................................................... B-111

ME4411 Air Conditioning for Indoor Thermal and Environmental Quality .................. B-113

ME4413 Heat and Mass Transfer ................................................................................... B-116

ME4414 Fluids Engineering ........................................................................................... B-119

ME4415 Combustion and Pollution Control .................................................................. B-122

ME4502 Aircraft Systems............................................................................................... B-125

ME4503 Aviation Systems ............................................................................................. B-128

ME4504 Aircraft Maintenance Engineering ................................................................... B-131

ME4505 Flight Mechanics and Airplane Performance ................................................... B-134

Training Subjects

IC2131 Freshman Seminars for Engineering ................................................................ B-137

IC2132 Engineering Drawing and Industrial Safety ..................................................... B-140

IC348 Appreciation of Manufacturing Processes ....................................................... B-143

IC349 Integrated Manufacturing Projects ................................................................... B-146

ME2901 Continuous Professional Development ............................................................ B-149

This Definitive Programme Document is subject to review and changes which the Department offering the programme can decide to make from time to time. Students will be informed of the changes as and when appropriate.

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PART A PROGRAMME SCHEME

1. PREAMBLE The Hong Kong Polytechnic University aspires to become the “preferred university” offering “preferred programmes” and producing “preferred graduates” for Hong Kong and its surrounding regions. The University Mission is stated as “Academic Excellence in a Professional Context” with five components: Programmes that are application-oriented and produce graduates who can apply theories

in practice. Research of an applied nature relevant to industrial, commercial and community needs. Intellectual and comprehensive development of students within a caring environment. Dedicated partnerships with business, industry and the professions. Enabling mature learners to pursue life-long learning. This is achieved through the implementation of seven strategic objectives. The first objective aims to produce graduates with all-round development, particularly in the areas of global outlook, critical and creative thinking, social and national responsibility, cultural appreciation, life-long learning, biliteracy and trilingualism, entrepreneurship and leadership. The second objective focuses on enhancing the academic strength and raising the profile of research and postgraduate studies. These two objectives should become the primary strategic objective of any academic department. The secondary objective, of course, is to serve the professional and local communities, industries, and the academic community at large. Therefore, the strategic plan of the Mechanical Engineering (ME) Department is to work towards the accomplishment of the primary objective, first and foremost, and to any extent possible the secondary objective. Hong Kong is facing a fast-evolving and increasingly competitive world. In order to maintain economic growth in the face of globalization and survive in the 21st century, its economy has to change from being efficiency-based to knowledge-based. The mission of the ME Department is to produce all-rounded graduates who can lead a changing economy. This goal is accomplished by having forward looking course curricula, by placing emphasis on new technologies particularly those that impact teaching and research, and by conducting applied and basic research to serve Hong Kong society and push the frontiers of knowledge forward. 2. GENERAL INFORMATION 2.1 Programme Title and Programme Code Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering (43078) 2.2 Host Department Department of Mechanical Engineering 2.3 Award Title Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering 2.4 Mode of Attendance Full-time/Sandwich

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2.5 Normal and Maximum Periods of Registration Mode of Study Normal Duration of Study Maximum Period of Registration

Full-time 3 Years 6 Years Sandwich 4 Years 7 Years

2.6 Entrance Requirements In addition to the general requirements for admission to the honours degree programmes of the University, a candidate has to satisfy one of the following requirements (a), (b), (c), (d), (e) or (f): (a) For Entry with HKALE Qualifications:

In addition to the general requirements for admission to the University Bachelor's Degree Programmes, a candidate has to satisfy the following requirements: Hong Kong Advanced Level Examination (HKALE) with Grade E or above in 2

subjects from the pool shown below; or

HKALE Grade E or above in one subject and HKALE (AS-Level) Grade E or above in two subjects from the pool shown below.

Similar subjects at HKALE and HKALE (AS-Level) are mutually exclusive. The pool of subjects comprise: HKALE subjects: Physics (or Engineering Science); Pure Mathematics; Applied

Mathematics; Computing Studies; Chemistry HKALE (AS-Level) Physics; Design and Technology; Mathematics and Statistics; subjects: Applied Mathematics; Chemistry; Computer Applications Candidates without a pass in HKALE Pure or Applied Mathematics OR in HKALE (AS-Level) Applied Mathematics or Mathematics and Statistics must have a Grade C or above in HKCEE Mathematics or Additional Mathematics; candidates without a pass in HKALE Physics or Engineering Science OR HKALE (AS-Level) Physics or Design and Technology must have a grade D or above in HKCEE Physics or Engineering Science;

(b) Diploma (with Credit or passes at Merit Level in at least three Level III subjects) in Mechanical Engineering or other related disciplines;

(c) Higher Certificate in Mechanical Engineering or other related disciplines;

(d) Higher Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or other related disciplines;

(e) Associate Degree in Engineering;

(f) Qualifications equivalent to (a), (b), (c), (d) or (e)

Holders of a Higher Diploma or Associate Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline may be given credit transfers. 3. RATIONALE AND INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILOs) One of the missions of the ME Department is to produce graduates with a good general education, a competent command of the English and Chinese languages, a broad knowledge of


mechanical engineering, and a special understanding of one of its sub-fields. Thus prepared, our graduates can meet and, perhaps, master the changing technological challenges of the 21st century. 3.1 Programme Objectives and Outcomes The BEng(Hons) in Mechanical Engineering (BEME) programme offered by the ME Department is designed to produce preferred graduates that are broad-based and knowledgeable in the fundamentals of mechanical engineering. We expect our graduates to accept responsibilities as professionals in industrial and government organizations. 3.2 Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) The BEME programme is designed with the following objectives: 1. To provide students with a broad base of knowledge in the fundamentals of Mechanical

Engineering 2. To help students develop the ability to engage in life-long learning and professional

development 3. To produce graduates that are aware of the global, societal, ethical and professional issues

in the practice of engineering These objectives are designed to support the five university mission components as shown in the following table. University Mission Components

P R I D E Programme Objectives

1 X 2 X X X 3 X

The BEME programme aims to equip students with 12 learning outcomes. Each student is expected to achieve these outcomes, which are classified into two groups, before graduation: (A) Professional/academic knowledge and skills (PAK) (a) an ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems; (b) an ability to apply their knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering; (c) an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data; (d) an ability to design a system, component or process to meet desired needs; (e) an ability to use the techniques, skills and modern engineering tools, including

computational tools necessary for engineering practice; (f) an ability to work professionally in general mechanical systems, including the design and

realization of such systems; (g) a basic understanding of manufacturing methods. (B) Professional outlook and workplace skills (POW) (a) a knowledge of contemporary issues and the broad education necessary to understand the

impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context; (b) an ability to function professionally in multidisciplinary teams; (c) an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility; (d) an ability to communicate effectively; (e) a recognition of the need for and an ability to engage in life-long learning.


The BEME programme outcomes that support its three objectives are indicated below:

Programme Outcomes PAK

a PAK

b PAK

c PAK

d PAK

e PAK

f PAK

g POW

a POW

b POW

c POW

d POW

e Programme Objectives

1 X X X X X X X X X X 2 X X X X X X X X X X X X 3 X X

3.3 General Approach to Teaching, Learning and Assessment To accomplish the ILOs of the programme, students are expected to achieve specific learning outcomes for each subject outlined in Part B. These learning outcomes are spelt out explicitly in the syllabus of each subject. They provide a motivation and a target for students who may use this information to formulate their study plan before the teaching. The students may also use the information to conduct a self-assessment after the teaching. Generally speaking, a one-credit subject is allocated with a contact time of one hour per week. Hence, a typical PolyU subject offered by the Department normally requires 3 hours per week of class attendance. There are 14 weeks in each semester leading to a total of 42 hours of contact time for a three-credit subject. The structuring of those 42 contact hours varies from subject to subject, and the details are given in the syllabuses. The Department uses a wide variety of teaching methods, in a number of different settings including formal lectures, invited lectures by guest speakers, seminars, laboratory work, practical work, project work, case studies and student project presentations. In most of the classroom activities, the staff member will begin with a formal lecture that is designed to give students an overview of the topic on hand, which may also require their engagement through questioning or interactive hand-outs. Some of these hand-outs form a part of the assignments where the students are required to work after the class. The students are frequently required to contribute through presentations, through working on case studies and mini-projects, through experimental studies by laboratory classes. In many of these teaching/learning activities, students are asked to participate in small groups. These different teaching and learning approaches will be assessed with appropriate methods. In case of group activity, both the overall performance of the group as well as the individual effort/contribution of each team member will be assessed. The prime purpose of assessment is to enable students to demonstrate that they have met the aims and objectives of the academic programme: in particular, they have fulfilled the requirement of each subject and have, at the end of their study achieved the standard appropriate to the award. Assessment also fulfils two major functions. It is used to evaluate whether the specific student-learning-outcomes of a subject have been achieved by the students, and distinguish their performance in achieving them. Assessment will also serve as prompt and useful feedback to students. Students will be informed of their performance in the assessment so that they are aware of their progress and attainment to facilitate teaching and learning. Students’ performance in a subject will be judged by continuous assessment or final examination and continuous assessment as deemed appropriate. Where both methods are used, the weighting of each in the overall subject grade will be clearly stated in the relevant subject syllabuses. Continuous assessment may include


tests, assignments, project reports and oral presentations, laboratory work and other forms of classroom participation. As assessment should be a matter of judgment, the subject lecturer will have the discretion to assign a final grade which is considered to reflect more appropriately the overall performance of the student in a subject. The ‘generic skills’ set out in PolyU’s strategic objective have been integrated into the learning outcomes of the programme. These generic skills will be developed and assessed within the formal curriculum. For outcomes related to professional skills, the Department has mandated all students to satisfy a Work-Integrated Education (WIE) programme. Details on WIE are described in Section 4.3. 3.4 Alignment of Teaching, Learning and Assessment Methods with Programme

Outcomes There are compulsory and elective subjects offered in the programme. The details for each individual subject are contained in the respective syllabus listed in Part B. These explain how the objectives, teaching/learning activities, and eventually student learning outcomes, can be matched together so that they are constructively aligned within the context of these subjects. Typical teaching methods include lectures, tutorials, laboratory work, case studies which are supplemented by mini-projects, and presentations by individual students. The major forms of assessment used in the programme are written examinations (open or closed book) and continuous assessment. In assessing students’ academic performance and attainment of teaching and learning outcomes, much emphasis is placed on their ability to analyze, synthesize, integrate and apply what they have learnt in the course of their studies. Details of the alignment of teaching, learning and assessment methods with programme outcomes are shown in section 4.6 and the individual subject syllabus. 4. PROGRAMME STRUCTURE In the University credit-based system, all academic programmes fit within a common framework, in which subjects of standard size (3 credits) are used as far as possible. General structure, subjects offered and normal study patterns are detailed in this section. 4.1 General Structure The number of credits required for graduation is 100 academic credits and 10 Industrial Centre Practical Training credits. In addition, students are also required to take a compulsory training subject, ME2901 Continuous Professional Development. Although this compulsory subject is non-credit bearing, students are required to take part in, at least, 4 industrial visits organized by the Department during the period of their studies. Students in the sandwich mode of attendance will have an industrial training attachment of about 45 weeks after they have successfully completed the first 4 semesters of study. 4.2 Normal Study Pattern This section outlines the normal 3-year study pattern for the programme. Two compulsory General Education (GE) subjects (one “Broadening”, and one “China Studies” subject) have been scheduled. Students may choose these GE subjects (worth 2 credits each) at any semester, provided that there is no time conflict with other programme schedules.


Year 1: 35 Credits

Semester 1 Semester 2

AMA201 Mathematics I (3) AMA296 Mathematics II (3)

ELC2501 University English I (2) CBS2080 Fundamentals of Chinese Communication (3)

ENG224 Information Technology (3) ELC2502 University English II (2)

ENG232 Engineering Science (3) ENG236 Computer Programming (1)

ENG236 Computer Programming (2) ENG239 Engineering Project (2)

ENG237 Basic Electricity & Electronics I (3) GECxxxx China Studies (2)

IC2131 Freshman Seminars for Engineering+ ME2902 Engineering and the Environment (3)

IC2132 Engineering Drawing and Industrial Safety+ ME3301 Applied Mechanics (3)

IC2131 Freshman Seminars for Engineering+

IC2132 Engineering Drawing and Industrial Safety+

No. of Credits: (16) No. of Credits: (19)

Summer period (Semester 3): IC2132 Engineering Drawing and Industrial Safety+

Year 2: 33 Credits


ME3106 Dynamics and Vibrations (3) GECxxxx Broadening Subjects (2)

ME3204 Design and Manufacturing I (3) ME3107 Linear Systems and Control (3)

ME3302 Engineering Materials (3) ME3205 Design and Manufacturing II (3)

ME3303 Mechanics of Solids (3) ME3407 Fluid Mechanics (3)

ME3406 Engineering Thermodynamics (3) ME3901 Project – Design Realization (2)

ME3905 Numerical Methods (2) ME4905 Advanced Numerical Methods for Engineers (3)

IC348 Appreciation of Manufacturing Processes+ IC348 Appreciation of Manufacturing Processes+

IC349 Integrated Manufacturing Project+


Summer period (Semester 3): IC349 Integrated Manufacturing Project+

Year 3: 32 Credits


ELC3505 English for Effective Workplace Communication I (2)

ENG306 Engineering Management (3)

ENG307 Society and the Engineer (3) ME4904 Capstone Project – Group based (3)

ME4904 Capstone Project – Group based (3) Technical Elective Subject I (3)

Advanced Core Subject I (3) Technical Elective Subject II (3)

Advanced Core Subject II (3) Technical Elective Subject III (3)

Advanced Core Subject III (3)


Total Credits: 100 + 10 (training credits)

+ Industrial Centre Training credits


Advanced Core subjects Students are required to choose any three Advanced Core subjects to supplement their Technical Elective Streams. A list of these subjects is given as follows: 1. ME4205 Manufacturing and Prototyping 2. ME4206 Advanced Materials for Design and Technology 3. ME4308 Automatic Control Systems 4. ME4407 Principles of Sound and Vibration 5. ME4413 Heat and Mass Transfer 6. ME4414 Fluids Engineering Technical Elective subjects Three technical streams are offered for students to specialize in. They are required to take at least two Technical Elective subjects in the same stream. The offered subjects in each Stream are listed as follows: (A) Design and Manufacturing 1. ME4208 Computer Aided Technology for Design 2. ME4211 Development of Green Products 3. ME4217 Industrial Automation 4. ME4307 Environmental Degradation of Materials 5. ME4310 Engineering Composites (B) Environmental Technology 1. ME4405 Environmental Noise 2. ME4406 Noise Abatement and Control 3. ME4409 Engine Technology 4. ME4411 Air Conditioning for Indoor Thermal and Environmental Quality 5. ME4415 Combustion and Pollution Control (C) Aviation 1. ME4310 Engineering Composites 2. ME4502 Aircraft Systems 3. ME4503 Aviation Systems 4. ME4504 Aircraft Maintenance Engineering 5. ME4505 Flight Mechanics and Airplane Performance Subject to the approval of the programme leader, students may select an elective subject from the Programme BEng(Hons) in Product Analysis and Engineering Design to replace one of the Technical Elective subjects. The advanced core subjects and the Technical Elective subjects are updated from time to time to ensure the best development of the programme and to ensure the best career for our students. 4.3 Work-Integrated Education (WIE) The Mandatory Work-Integrated Education should be in alignment with PolyU’s strategic goal of providing value-added education leading to the development of all-rounded students with professional competence. This requires that the WIE activities should aim to achieve learning


outcomes in the following: Professional knowledge and skills, and Attributes for all-roundedness. Mandatory WIE activities should be structured as follows:

There should be intended learning outcomes set for the workplace learning. Work experience should be purposefully designed to provide intentional learning aimed at

the attainment of the intended outcomes, instead of leaving learning to occur incidentally as a side-effect of work.

Appropriate mechanisms of support provided by PolyU and workplace supervisors should

be devised to ensure that effective learning does take place. Mandatory WIE activities should be measured in terms of the following:

Students should be required to document their workplace learning experience using

instruments appropriate for demonstrating attainment of WIE learning outcomes, for example, reports, portfolios, etc.

Assessment of the attainment of intended learning outcomes. Mandatory WIE activities are credit-bearing, but they are not included in the 97 academic credits required for graduation. The WIE components will not be counted towards GPA calculation except as stipulated below. For the completion of every two weeks of WIE activities, one credit will be earned. For sandwiched students who are placed in a company for 11 months, 47 weeks, say, they will earn 24 credits. In the Programme Scheme, the WIE activities can be fulfilled by at least one of the following: Integration into the final year Capstone Project, which is industrially/commercially based.

However, it is most important that the Capstone Project and WIE activities should be assessed separately. It is equally important that the WIE activities of students working in the same project team should be assessed individually as they can vary from student to student. In addition, the duration of the WIE activities is not necessarily the same as that of the Capstone Project. In these cases the credit value of the project incorporating the WIE component will be counted in full towards the GPA calculation.

Perform during a summer placement in industrial/commercial sector.

Integrated into the sandwich training in the industrial/commercial sector. The duration of

the WIE activities is not necessarily the same as that of the sandwich training. Conduct in a form proposed by students with the prior approval of the WIE coordinator. Detailed guidelines for students on WIE are available on the ME website.


4.4 Co-curricular Activities Students are required on a mandatory basis to attend at least 6 cumulative hours of non-credit bearing co-curricular activities during their study period. The said duration can be a combination of a number of recognized co-curricular activities. The co-curricular activities aim at helping students to broaden their horizons and to actualize all-round development outside the classroom. Activities like internship, placement, paid work and contribution made by office-bearers in student bodies are not considered co-curricular activities. Activities counted as Work-Integrated Education will not be counted as co-curricular activities. Activities like structured short courses, experiential learning, workshops, competitions, talks and seminars, study tours, voluntary work within PolyU and Community Service Learning Programmes organized or co-organized and/or endorsed by PolyU faculties/schools/departments/units/committees will be counted as co-curricular activities. Community projects can also be recognized as co-curricular activities if the community services are endorsed by a faculty/school/department. Community projects with pre-training and/or briefing sessions are more desirable. PolyU aspires to develop all its students as all-round graduates with professional competence, and has identified a set of highly valued graduate attributes as the learning goals for students. While many of these graduate attributes can be developed through the curricular activities of this programme, some (including all-rounded development in terms of the strengthening of competencies under the PolyU strategic objectives 1.1) are primarily addressed through co-curricular activities offered by faculties, departments, and various teaching and learning support units of the University. Students are encouraged to make full use of such opportunities to develop these attributes. Students' participation in such activities will be recorded in the Co-curricular Achievement Transcript (CAT) administered by SAO. 4.5 Curriculum Mapping Section 3 outlines the objectives and intended learning outcomes of the programme. It also presents the general philosophy in teaching, learning and assessment adopted by the Department. In Section 4.2, we detailed the structure of the programme describing a range of subjects which individual students are expected to study. This enables the students to develop generic skills by achieving the learning outcomes of each subject and by taking part in the co-curricular activities (see section 4.4) and work-integrated education (see section 4.3). An analysis of the curriculum in terms of the coverage of the programme outcomes (see section 3.2) is presented in Tables 4.1 and 4.2. In summary, the programme outcomes address two areas expecting students to achieve (A) professional/academic knowledge and skills (PAK), and (B) professional outlook and workplace skills (POW). There are seven items for PAK and five items for POW. Table 4.1 displays a curriculum map in which all compulsory subjects are mapped with appropriate PAKs and POWs. The elective subjects (both Advanced Core subjects and Technical Elective subjects) are updated continually to meet the need of the ever-evolving industrial communities in Hong Kong and the South China region. These elective subjects are listed separately in the curriculum map as shown in Table 4.2. Essentially, they cover most of the programme outcomes with variations of themes from


subject to subject. The student subject learning outcomes to be achieved by every subject of the programme are listed in the syllabuses shown in Part B.


Table 4.1 Curriculum Map for Compulsory Subjects

SUBJECT CODE

PROGRAMME OUTCOMES

PAK a

PAK b

PAK c

PAK d

PAK e

PAK f

PAK g

POW a

POW b

POW c

POW d

POW e

AMA201 AMA296 CBS2080 ELC2501 ELC2502 ELC3505 ENG224 ENG232 ENG236 ENG237 ENG239 ENG306 ENG307 ME2902 ME3106 ME3107 ME3204 ME3205 ME3301 ME3302 ME3303 ME3406 ME3407 ME3901 ME3905 ME4904 ME4905 IC2131 IC2132 IC348 IC349

ME2901 WIE

SUBJECT TITLES

AMA201 Mathematics I ME3205 Design and Manufacturing II AMA296 Mathematics II ME3301 Applied Mechanics CBS2080 Fundamentals of Chinese Communications ME3302 Engineering Materials ELC2501 University English I ME3303 Mechanics of Solids ELC2502 University English II ME3406 Engineering Thermodynamics ELC3505 English for Effective Workplace Communication I ME3407 Fluid Mechanics ENG224 Information Technology ME3901 Project – Design Realization ENG232 Engineering Science ME3905 Numerical Methods ENG236 Computer Programming ME4904 Capstone Project – Group based ENG237 Basic Electricity and Electronics I ME4905 Advanced Numerical Methods for Engineers ENG239 Engineering Project IC2131 Freshman Seminars for Engineering ENG306 Engineering Management IC2132 Engineering Drawing and Industrial Safety ENG307 Society and the Engineer IC348 Appreciation of Manufacturing Process ME2902 Engineering and the Environment IC349 Integrated Manufacturing Project ME3106 Dynamics and Vibrations ME2901 Continuous Professional Development ME3107 Linear Systems and Control WIE Work-Integrated Education ME3204 Design and Manufacturing I


Table 4.2 Curriculum Map for Elective Subjects

SUBJECT CODE

PROGRAMME OUTCOMES

PAK a

PAK b

PAK c

PAK d

PAK e

PAK f

PAK g

POW a

POW b

POW c

POW d

POW e

ME4205 ME4206 ME4208 ME4211 ME4217 ME4307 ME4308 ME4310 ME4405 ME4406 ME4407 ME4409 ME4411 ME4413 ME4414 ME4415 ME4502 ME4503 ME4504 ME4505

SUBJECT TITLES ME4205 Manufacturing and Prototyping ME4407 Principles of Sound and Vibration ME4206 Advanced Materials for Design and ME4409 Engine Technology Technology ME4411 Air Conditioning for Indoor Thermal ME4208 Computer Aided Technology for Design and Environmental Quality ME4211 Development of Green Products ME4413 Heat and Mass Transfer ME4217 Industrial Automation ME4414 Fluids Engineering ME4307 Environmental Degradation of Materials ME4415 Combustion and Pollution Control ME4308 Automatic Control Systems ME4502 Aircraft Systems ME4310 Engineering Composites ME4503 Aviation Systems ME4405 Environmental Noise ME4504 Aircraft Maintenance Engineering ME4406 Noise Abatement and Control ME4505 Flight Mechanics and Airplane Performance 4.6 Foundation Year for Non-local Students Non-local students who register for the Foundation Year in 2011/12 will take the 3-year full-time undergraduate degree as from 2012/13 and follow the curriculum and associated regulations of the 3-year programme applicable to the 2012/13 cohort of students (the programme curriculum for the 2011/12 cohort is shown in Section 4.2 for reference). The Foundation Year for 2011/12 will comprise 32 credits as shown in the Table 4.3.


Table 4.3 Study Pattern of the Foundation Year


ENG1001 Foundation Year Seminar I *

ENG1002 Foundation Year Seminar II *

ELC1004 English for University Studies I *

ELC1005 English for University Studies II *

APSS184 Understanding the Hong Kong Community *

AMA105 Logic: Qualitative and Quantitative *

AMA103 Foundation Mathematics I for Science and Engineering

AMA104 Foundation Mathematics II for Science and Engineering

AP101 College Physics I

AP102 College Physics II

ABCT103 Fundamental Chemistry

COMP111 Information Technology Systems

* University mandatory subjects All prevailing academic and assessment regulations for credit-based programmes will be applicable to non-local students throughout their 4 years of study. As far as assessment regulations are concerned, Foundation Year students will follow those stipulated in the definitive programme document of the 3-year Full-time BEng(Hons) in Mechanical Engineering. Based on the result submitted by SARPs for the foundation subjects, the same Board of Examiners for the BEng Programme will decide on the progression or otherwise of individual students according to the prevailing General Assessment Regulations of the University. The subject grades and the GPA attained by the students in the Foundation Year will be carried forward up to the end of their undergraduate studies. The transcript of study will also reflect the full history of the subject results of the students from the Foundation Year up to the completion of the undergraduate degree programme. The assessment results of the Foundation Year will not be counted towards the GPA for award classification. 5. GENERAL ASSESSMENT REGULATIONS (GAR) The General Assessment Regulations adopted in the BEME Programme will be in line with the prevailing GAR of the University. Some regulations are extracted and presented in the following sections. 5.1 Progression/Academic Probation/Deregistration The Board of Examiners shall, at the end of each semester (except for the Summer Term unless there are students who are eligible to graduate after completion of Summer Term subjects), determine whether each student is: (i) eligible for progression towards an award; or (ii) eligible for an award; or (iii) required to be deregistered from the programme.


When a student has a Grade Point Average (GPA) lower than 2.0, he will be put on academic probation in the following semester. Once a student is able to pull his GPA up to 2.0 or above at the end of the probation semester, the status of "academic probation" will be lifted. The status of "academic probation" will be reflected in the examination result notification but not in the transcript of studies. A student will have 'progressing' status unless he falls within the following categories, either of which may be regarded as grounds for deregistration from the programme: (i) the student has exceeded the maximum period of registration for that programme as

specified in the definitive programme document; or (ii) the student's GPA is lower than 2.0 for two consecutive semesters and his Semester GPA in

the second semester is also lower than 2.0; or (iii) the student's GPA is lower than 2.0 for three consecutive semesters. A student may be deregistered from the programme enrolled before the time specified in the above conditions (ii) or (iii) if his academic performance is poor to the extent that the Board of Examiners deems that his chance of attaining a GPA of 2.0 at the end of the programme is slim or impossible. In the event that there are good reasons, the Board of Examiners has the discretion to recommend that students who fall into categories as stated in the above conditions (ii) or (iii) be allowed to stay on the programme and these recommendations should be presented to the relevant Faculty/School Board for final decision. Under the current procedures, a student can appeal against the decisions of Boards of Examiners to deregister him. If such an appeal is upheld by the Department/School concerned, the recommendation (to reverse the previous decision to deregister the student) should also be presented to the relevant Faculty/School Board for final decision. 5.2 Retaking of Subjects Students may retake any subject for the purpose of improving their grade without having to seek approval, but they must retake a compulsory subject which they have failed, i.e. obtained an F grade. Retaking of subjects is with the condition that the maximum study load of 21 credits per semester is not exceeded. Students wishing to retake passed subjects will be accorded a lower priority than those who are required to retake (due to failure in a compulsory subject) and can only do so if places are available. The number of retakes of a subject is not restricted. Only the grade obtained in the final attempt of retaking (even if the retake grade is lower than the original grade for originally passed subject) will be included in the calculation of the Grade Point Average (GPA). If students have passed a subject but failed after retake, credits accumulated for passing the subject in a previous attempt will remain valid for satisfying the credit requirement for award. (The grades obtained in previous attempts will only be reflected in the transcript of studies.) In cases where a student takes another subject to replace a failed elective subject, the fail grade will be taken into account in the calculation of the GPA, despite the passing of the replacement subject.


5.3 Absence from an Assessment Component If a student is unable to complete all the assessment components of a subject, due to illness or other circumstances which are beyond his control and considered by the subject offering Department as legitimate, the Department will determine whether the student will have to complete a late assessment and, if so, by what means. 5.4 Grading Assessment grades shall be awarded on a criterion-referenced basis. A student's overall performance in a subject shall be graded as follows:

Subject grade

Short description

Elaboration on subject grading description

A+ Exceptionally Outstanding

The student's work is exceptionally outstanding. It exceeds the intended subject learning outcomes in all regards.

A Outstanding The student's work is outstanding. It exceeds the intended subject learning outcomes in nearly all regards.

B+ Very Good The student's work is very good. It exceeds the intended subject learning outcomes in most regards.

B Good The student's work is good. It exceeds the intended subject learning outcomes in some regards.

C+ Wholly Satisfactory

The student's work is wholly satisfactory. It fully meets the intended subject learning outcomes.

C Satisfactory The student's work is satisfactory. It largely meets the intended subject learning outcomes.

D+ Barely Satisfactory

The student's work is barely satisfactory. It marginally meets the intended subject learning outcomes.

D Barely Adequate The student's work is barely adequate. It meets the intended subject learning outcomes only in some regards.

F Inadequate The student's work is inadequate. It fails to meet many of the intended subject learning outcomes.

'F' is a subject failure grade, whilst all others ('D' to 'A+') are subject passing grades. No credit will be earned if a subject is failed. A numeral grade point is assigned to each subject grade, as follows:

Grade Grade Point A+ 4.5 A 4 B+ 3.5 B 3 C+ 2.5 C 2 D+ 1.5 D 1 F 0


At the end of each semester/term, a Grade Point Average (GPA) will be computed as follows, and based on the grade point of all the subjects:

n

nGPAValueCredit Subject

ValueCredit Subject Point GradeSubject

where n = number of all subjects (inclusive of failed subjects) taken by the

student up to and including the latest semester/term, but for subjects which have been retaken, only the grade obtained in the final attempt will be included in the GPA calculation

In addition, the following subjects will be excluded from the GPA calculation: (i) Exempted subjects (ii) Ungraded subjects (iii) Incomplete subjects (iv) Subjects for which credit transfer has been approved without any grade assigned (v) Subjects from which a student has been allowed to withdraw (i.e. those with the grade 'W') Subject which has been given an "S" subject code, i.e. absent from examination, will be included in the GPA calculation and will be counted as "zero" grade point. GPA is thus the unweighted cumulative average calculated for a student, for all relevant subjects taken from the start of the programme to a particular point of time. GPA is an indicator of overall performance and is capped at 4.0. 5.5 Graduation Requirements A student would be eligible for award if he satisfies all the conditions listed below: 1. Accumulation of 100 academic credits and the training credits as defined in the

definitive programme document; 2. Satisfying the Work-integrated Education (WIE) requirement; 3. Satisfying the residential requirement for at least one-third of the credits required for the

award to be completed under the current enrolment at PolyU; 4. Satisfying the Co-Curricular Activity (CCA) requirement; 5. Having a GPA of 2.0 or above at the end of the programme; 6. A pass in Foundation Mathematics (AMA106)

It is only applicable to admittees who do not have a “pass” in the A-level Mathematics subject(s) and who have not been given credit transfer for the subject AMA201 “Mathematics I” stipulated in the curriculum – These students are required to take a mandatory Mathematics Benchmark Test (MBT) prior to the commencement of their studies. Those who pass the MBT are exempted from this graduation requirement and they follow the normal study pattern. Those who fail or do not attend the MBT are required to take a non-credit bearing subject AMA106 “Foundation Mathematics”, which is a pre-requisite for AMA201 “Mathematics I”. A pass in AMA106 “Foundation Mathematics” is thus a graduation requirement for such students.


A student is required to graduate as soon as he satisfies all the above conditions for award. Subject to the maximum study load of 21 credits per semester, a student may take more credits than he needs to graduate in or before the semester within which he becomes eligible for award. The awards will be classified based upon the Award GPA. Although the Industrial Centre practical training is graded and included in the calculation of GPA, they are excluded from the calculation of Award GPA. All credits are equally weighted in determining the classification of award. Any subject passed after the graduation requirement has been met or subject taken on top of the prescribed credit requirements for award shall not be counted in the calculation of Award GPA. However, if a student attempts more elective subjects (or optional subjects) than the requirement for graduation in or before the semester within which he becomes eligible for award, the elective subjects (or optional subjects) with higher contribution shall be counted in the grade point calculation for award classification (i.e. the passed subjects with lower contribution will be excluded from the grade point calculation for award classification), irrespectively of when the excessive elective subjects (or optional subjects) are enrolled for. The following are guidelines for Boards of Examiners' reference in determining award classifications:

Honours degrees Guidelines

1st The student's performance/attainment is outstanding and identifies him as exceptionally able in the field covered by the programme in question.

2:i The student has reached a standard of performance/ attainment which is more than satisfactory but less than outstanding.

2:ii The student has reached a standard of performance/ attainment judged to be satisfactory, and clearly higher than the 'essential minimum' required for graduation.

3rd The student has attained the 'essential minimum' required for graduation at a standard ranging from just adequate to just satisfactory.

A Pass-without-Honours degree award will be recommended only under exceptional circumstances, when the student has demonstrated a level of final attainment which is below the 'essential minimum' required for graduation with Honours from the programme in question, but when he has nonetheless covered the prescribed work of the programme in an adequate fashion, while failing to show sufficient evidence of the intellectual calibre expected of Honours degree graduates. 6. PROGRAMME OPERATION AND MANAGEMENT 6.1 Departmental Undergraduate Programme Committee The Departmental Undergraduate Programme Committee will exercise the overall academic and operational responsibility for the programme.


6.2 Programme Executive Group The day-to-day operation of the programme will be carried out by the Programme Executive Group, which consists of the Programme Leader and Deputy Programme Leader. The Group will report the operation back to the Departmental Undergraduate Programme Committee. 6.3 Student-Staff Consultative Committee The Student-Staff Consultative Committee consists of Student Representatives together with the Programme Leader. The Committee is normally chaired by the Programme Leader and meets at least twice a year. Issues to be kept under consideration include: student workload, teaching methods, balance between subject areas, training matter and other areas of mutual concern. 6.4 Academic Tutors Each student will be assigned an academic tutor from the academic staff of the ME Department. The role of an academic tutor shall include but is not limited to the following: identify academic strengths and weaknesses of the student; advise the student on electives and answer questions about the curriculum; encourage the student at times of academic frustration; report the general academic status of the student to the programme leader; alert and consult the programme leader as soon as possible about any unexpected situation

faced by the student that may affect the student's academic progression; bring to the attention of the Student-Staff Consultative Committee any special situation

concerning the student that may require special decision by the Committee; encourage the student to give feedbacks on the programme and put forward his comments to

the Departmental Learning and Teaching Committee. 7. MAJOR IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING 7.1 Eligibility In the first year of registration, students will be asked to indicate their option of whether to stay on the single-discipline degree or to follow the major/minor route, which will be irrevocable. 7.2 Professional Recognition Students taking the major/minor programme may not satisfy the academic requirements for Corporate Membership of the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE).


7.3 Major in Mechanical Engineering The total credit requirements for a Major/Minor programme must add up to at least 100 credits. The credit requirement for a Major in ME is 80 credits. To qualify for a degree with a Major in Mechanical Engineering, students must take: 1. all first-year subjects, excluding the GE subject (33 credits) 2. 2 two-credit GE subjects (one “Broadening” and one “China Studies” subject) and 1

English subject (ELC3505 English for Effective Workplace Communication I) (6 credits) 3. 8 subjects from the Core Area of Table 7.1 (24 credits) 4. 2 subjects from the Intermediate Electives of Table 7.1 (6 credits) 5. 1 subject from the Technical Electives of Table 7.1 (3 credits) 6. 2 projects (ME3901 Project – Design Realization and ME4904 Capstone Project – Group

based) (8 credits) 7. 5 training subjects as follows: IC2131 Freshman Seminars for Engineering IC2132 Engineering Drawing and Industrial Safety IC348 Appreciation of Manufacturing Processes IC349 Integrated Manufacturing Projects ME2901 Continuous Professional Development

Table 7.1 Subjects in Core, Intermediate and Technical Electives

Core Technical Electives

ME3106 ME3107 ME3204 ME3205 ME3302 ME3303 ME3406 ME3407

Dynamics and Vibrations Linear Systems and Control Design & Manufacturing I Design & Manufacturing II Engineering Materials Mechanics of Solids Engineering Thermodynamics Fluid Mechanics

ME4208 ME4211 ME4217 ME4307 ME4310 ME4405 ME4406 ME4409 ME4411 ME4415 ME4502 ME4503 ME4504 ME4505

Computer Aided Technology for Design Development of Green Products Industrial Automation Environmental Degradation of Materials Engineering Composites Environmental Noise Noise Abatement and Control Engine Technology Air Conditioning for Indoor Thermal and Environmental Quality Combustion and Pollution Control Aircraft Systems Aviation Systems Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Flight Mechanics and Airplane Performance

Intermediate Electives

ME4205 ME4206 ME4308 ME4407 ME4413 ME4414

Manufacturing and Prototyping Advanced Materials for Design and Technology Automatic Control Systems Principles of Sound and Vibration Heat and Mass Transfer Fluids Engineering

7.4 Guidelines for Award Classification of Major/Minor Programme For students who have completed a Major/Minor programme, a single classification will be awarded and their award classification will be based on both their "Major GPA" and "Minor GPA". For students who have completed a Major programme combined with free electives, their award classification will be determined by their "Major GPA" and the grades obtained in the free electives.


"Major GPA" is derived based on all subjects of the Major programme, including those meeting the University's mandatory general education requirement and programme-specific language requirement, but not necessarily including the training credits. Whether the "Major GPA" should be weighted or unweighted and the level of weighting to be designated will depend on the parameters set for the single-discipline degree from which the Major programme is developed. The mechanism for deriving the "Major GPA" is the same as that for the GPA for award classifications of students on the single-discipline degree, except that there will be fewer subjects to be counted for the "Major GPA" due to the difference in the curriculum between a Major programme and a single-discipline degree. "Minor GPA" is derived based on the 18 credits (21 credits for students admitted before 2005/06) of Minor study (either a specific Minor or free combination of electives). "Minor GPA" is unweighted. The "Major GPA" and the "Minor GPA" will be presented separately to the Board of Examiners for consideration. The guidelines for determining award classification in major/minor studies are the same as that for the single-discipline degree. In order to be eligible for a particular award classification, a student should have a comparable standard of performance in both his Major and Minor studies. In cases where the attainment of a student in the Minor study may warrant the granting of an award classification different from the one the student deserves for his Major study, the Board of Examiners has the discretion to recommend a classification which better reflects the student's performance on the Major study.


PART B SYLLABUSES

Subject Description Form

Subject Code AMA106

Subject Title Foundation Mathematics

Credit Value 0

Level 1

Pre-requisite / Co-requisite/ Exclusion

Nil

Objectives

This is a subject to provide students with a solid foundation in Mathematics. The emphasis will be on the application of mathematical methods to solving basic mathematical problems.

Intended Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to:

1. solve problems using the concept of functions and inverse functions;

2. apply the basic operations of matrices and calculate the determinant;

3. apply mathematical reasoning to analyse essential features of different mathematical problems such as differentiation and integration;

4. apply appropriate mathematical techniques to model and solve problems in science and engineering;

5. extend their knowledge of mathematical techniques and adapt known solutions in different situations.

Subject Synopsis/ Indicative Syllabus

Basic concepts Functions and inverse functions; Elementary functions, Trigonometric functions. Differential Calculus: Limits and continuity (intuitive approach); Derivatives; Techniques of differentiation; Mean Value Theorem; Higher derivatives; Maxima and minima; Curve sketching. Integral Calculus: Indefinite integrals; Techniques of integration; Definite integrals. Fundamental Theorem of Calculus; Taylor’s Theorem; Applications in geometry, physics and engineering. Matrix Algebra: Introduction to matrices and determinants.

Teaching/Learning Methodology

The subject will be delivered mainly through lectures, tutorials and presentation. The lectures aim to provide students with an integrated knowledge required for the understanding and application of mathematical concepts and techniques. Tutorials and presentations will be held to develop students’ ability of logical thinking and effective communication.

43078 Definitive Programme Document 2011/12 B-1

Assessment Methods in Alignment with Intended Learning Outcomes

Specific assessment methods/tasks

% weighting

Intended subject learning outcomes to be assessed (Please tick as appropriate)

1 2 3 4 5

a. Assignment and Mid-term Test

40%

b. Examination 60%

Total 100 %

Continuous Assessment comprises of assignments and a mid-term test. A written examination is held at the end of the semester.

Questions used in assignments, tests and examinations are set to test students’ ability with regard to any one of the intended learning outcomes.

To pass this subject, students are required to obtain Grade D or above in both the Continuous Assessment and the Examination components.

Student Study Effort Required

Class contact:

Lecture 28 Hrs.

Tutorial and Student Presentation 14 Hrs.

Other student study effort:

Assignment 20 Hrs.

Self-study 58 Hrs.

Total student study effort 120 Hrs.

Reading List and References

Textbook:

Chung, K.C. A Short Course in Calculus and

Matrices McGraw-Hill 2008

References: K.F. Hung, Wilson C.K. Kwan and Glory T.Y. Pong

Foundation Mathematics & Statistics

McGraw Hill 2011



Subject Code AMA201

Subject Title Mathematics I

Credit Value 3

Level 2

Pre-requisite /

Co-requisite/

Exclusion

Nil

Objectives

To introduce students the fundamentals of basic engineering mathematics. Emphasis will be on the basic theory as well as application of mathematical methods to solving engineering problems.

Intended Learning

Outcomes


1. apply mathematical reasoning to analyse essential features of different engineering problems;

2. extend their knowledge of mathematical and numerical techniques and adapt known solutions to different situations;

3. apply appropriate mathematical concepts and techniques and adapt known solutions to different situations;

4. develop and extrapolate the mathematical concepts in synthesizing and solving new problems;

5. search for useful information in the process of problem solving.

Subject Synopsis/

Indicative Syllabus

Algebra of complex number: Complex numbers; Geometric representation; n-th roots of complex numbers. Linear algebra: Matrices and determinants; Vector space; Elementary algebra of matrices; Eigenvalues and eigenvectors; Normalization and orthogonality. Ordinary differential equations: First and second order linear ordinary differential equations; Laplace transforms; Convolution theorem; Fourier transforms.

Teaching/Learning

Methodology

The subject will be delivered mainly through lectures and tutorials. The lectures aim to provide the students with an integrated knowledge required for the understanding and application of mathematical concepts and techniques. Tutorials will mainly be used to develop students’ problem solving ability.


Assessment

Methods in

Alignment with

Intended Learning

Outcomes

Specific assessment methods % weighting


1 2 3 4 5

a. Continuous Assessment 40%

b. Examination 60%

Total 100%

Continuous Assessment comprises of assignments, in class quizzes, online quizzes and a mid-term test. A 3-hour examination is held at the end of the semester.

Questions used in assignments, quizzes, tests and examinations are used to assess the student's level of understanding of the basic concepts and their ability to use mathematical techniques in solving problems in science and engineering.

To pass this subject, students are required to obtain grade D or above in both the continuous assessment and the examination components.

Student Study

Effort Required

Class contact:

Lecture 28 Hrs.

Tutorial 14 Hrs.

Mid-term test and Examination 5 Hrs.


Assignments and self-study 73 Hrs.


Reading List and

References

Textbook: Chan, C.K., Chan, C.W. & Hung, K.F.

Basic Engineering Mathematics Updated 3rd edition

McGraw Hill 2011

References: Anton, H. Elementary Linear Algebra

9th edition John Wiley & Sons 2004

Kreyszig, E. Advanced Engineering Mathematics

9th edition Wiley 2006

James, G. Modern Engineering Mathematics

4th edition Prentice Hall 2007

Thomas, G.B., Weir, M.D. & Hass, J.R.

Thomas’ Calculus 12th edition

Addison Wesley 2009



Subject Code AMA296

Subject Title Mathematics II

Credit Value 3

Level 2

Pre-requisite /

Co-requisite/

Exclusion

Pre-requisite: Mathematics I (AMA201)

Objectives The subject aims to introduce students to some fundamental knowledge of engineering mathematics. The emphasis will be on application of mathematical methods to solving practical engineering problems.

Intended Learning

Outcomes


1. apply mathematical reasoning to analyse essential features of different engineering problems such as partial differential equations;

2. extend their knowledge of mathematical techniques, such as expansion in terms of Fourier Series, and adapt known solutions to different situations of engineering context;

3. develop and extrapolate mathematical concepts in synthesizing and solving engineering problems;

4. search for useful information and use statistical tables in solving statistical problems in the context of engineering

Subject Synopsis/

Indicative Syllabus

Calculus and functions of several variables: Infinite series; Power series; Fourier series; Partial differentiation; Maxima and minima; Lagrange multiplier; Taylor’s theorem; Revision of complex numbers; Functions of complex variables; Continuity; Derivatives and Cauchy-Riemann relations. Partial differential equations: Formulation of partial differential equations; Method of separation of variables; Initial and boundary value problems. Statistics: Probability and random variables; Probability distributions; Sampling distributions of the mean; Estimation and hypothesis testing; Linear regression.

Teaching/Learning

Methodology

In addition to traditional lecturing and tutorial classes, online interactive materials are available in the WebCT platform so that blended learning is achieved. Hands-on trial and testing on selected topics using the computer are available. Problems randomly selected from a database by the computer in the form of quiz will be given to reinforce their learning.


Assessment Methods

in Alignment with

Intended Learning

Outcomes


% weighting


1 2 3 4

a. Continuous Assessment 40%

b. Examination 60%

Total 100 %

Tutorial exercises, assignments and relevant problems will be given to students. These will be assessed and returned to the students. Solutions or suggested answers will be posted afterwards. To pass this subject, students are required to obtain Grade D or above in both the Continuous Assessment and the Examination components.

Student Study

Effort Required

Class contact:

Lecture 28 Hrs.

Tutorial 14 Hrs.


Assignments 28 Hrs.

Self-study 56 Hrs.


Reading List and

References

Textbook: Chan, C.K., Chan, C.W. & Hung, K.F.

Basic Engineering Mathematics Updated 3rd edition

McGraw Hill 2011

References: Thomas, G.B., Weir, M.D. & Hass, J.R.

Thomas’ Calculus 12th edition

Addison Wesley 2009

Walpole, R.E., Myers, R.H., Myers, S.L. & Ye, K.Y.

Probability and Statistics for Engineers and Scientists 8th edition

Prentice Hall 2006



Subject Code CBS2080

Subject Title Fundamentals of Chinese Communication

Credit Value 3

Level 2


Students whose HKALE result of Chinese Language and Culture is at grade D or below are advised to complete / concurrently take non-credit bearing Chinese Language Enhancement subject(s) as recommended.

Objectives

This subject aims to enhance and polish the communication skills of the students in both written Chinese and Putonghua for basic usage in the work-place.



(a) develop effective communication skills in both written Chinese and Putonghua required for basic usage in the work-place;

(b) master the format, organization, language and style of expression of various genres of Chinese practical writing such as official correspondences, publicity materials, reports and proposals;

(c) give formal presentation in Putonghua;

(d) engage with formal discussion in Putonghua. Students will be required to read and write intensively for enhancing their proficiency level in written Chinese. They would be required to organize their own ideas, concepts in sensible and logical manner and present them in both written and spoken format for effective transmission of message in given contexts with specific purposes. Such learning activities would engage them in reasoning and analytical processes. The mastering of effective communication skills in both written Chinese and Putonghua will also facilitate their life-long learning in various disciplines.


1. Written Chinese for practical purposes uses of words and sentences; coherence in Chinese writing format, organization, language and style of expression of official

correspondences, publicity materials, reports and proposals; context dependent stylistic variation

2. Formal Presentation in Putonghua the articulation in Putonghua the flow of speaking choice of words, manner and gesture

3. Formal Discussion in Putonghua identification of main idea and key messages evaluation of relevancy of information in a message skills of seeking clarity/agree/disagreeing/answering to a question skills of summarizing



The subject will be conducted in Putonghua, in highly interactive seminars. The subject will motivate the students’ active participation by assigning group presentation /discussion in class. In a forum-like format, students are guided to : (1) present to the class, their understanding of each genre designed for the syllabus for discussions and improvement; (2) modify passages in a given genre/style into other genres/styles for addressing different audiences and purposes; (3) give a power-point presentation in Putonghua in front of the whole class, then receive on spot feedback for discussion and improvement; then (4) prepare a written report/proposal on the same topic; and (5) engage in formal discussion in Putonghua on topics related to current issues and/or business operation; then (6) produce a written document on the same topic using a chosen genre.



% weighting


a b c d e

1. Written Assignment 30% √ √

2. Oral Presentation 30% √ √

3. Final Examination 40% √ √ √ √

Total 100 %

Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes: Both written assignments and oral presentation will focus on the functions of communication and the adequacy of language used in authentic social settings. The examination emphasizes the correctness of expression and students’ general competence in Chinese Language.

Student Study Effort Expected

Class contact:

Seminar 42 Hrs.


Outside class practice 3 x 12 = 42 Hrs.

Self-study 3 x 12 = 42 Hrs.



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Subject Code ELC2501

Subject Title University English I

Credit Value 2

Level 2


Nil

Objectives

This subject aims to help students to study effectively in the University’s English medium learning environment and, more specifically, to improve and develop their English language proficiency within a framework of academic contexts. In striving to achieve the two interrelated objectives, attention will be given to developing the core competencies the University has identified as vital to the development of effective life-long learning strategies and skills.


Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to communicate effectively in an academic context through

a. writing well-organised academic texts, such as expository essays b. using appropriate referencing skills in academic writing and speaking c. delivering effective oral presentations To achieve the above outcomes, students are expected to use language and text structure appropriate to the context and to critically select relevant information to develop a theme in a text.


This syllabus is indicative. The balance of the components, and the corresponding weighting accorded to each, will be based on the specific needs of the students. 1. Written academic communication

Identifying and employing functions common in written academic discourse; note-taking from reading and listening inputs; understanding and applying principles of academic text structure; developing paraphrasing, summarising and referencing skills; improving editing and proofreading skills; achieving appropriate tone and style in academic writing.

2. Spoken academic communication

Recognising the purposes of, and differences between, spoken and written communication in English in academic contexts; identifying and practising the verbal and non-verbal interaction strategies in oral presentations; explaining and presenting ideas that require the development and application of logical thinking.

3. Reading and listening in academic contexts

Understanding the content and structure of information delivered orally and in print; reading and listening for different purposes e.g. as input to tasks, and for developing specific reading or listening skills; using a dictionary to obtain lexical, phonological and orthographical information.

4. Language development

Improving and extending relevant features of students' grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation.



The subject is designed to introduce students to the communication skills, both oral and written, that they may need to function effectively in academic contexts. The study method is primarily seminar-based. Activities include teacher input as well as individual and group work involving drafting and evaluating texts, mini-presentations and discussions. Students will be referred to information on the internet and the ELC’s Centre for Independent Language Learning. Learning materials developed by the English Language Centre are used throughout this course. Additional reference materials will be recommended as required.



(Continuous assessment)

% weightin

g


a b c

1. Short academic text 60%

2. Team oral presentation 40%

Total 100 %

Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes:

Students’ oral and writing skills are evaluated through assessment tasks related to the learning outcomes. Students are assessed on the accuracy and the appropriacy of the language used in fulfilling the assessment tasks, as well as the selection and organisation of ideas.


Class contact:

Seminars 28 Hrs.


Classwork-related and project-related preparation and self-access work

56 Hrs.



Coursebook

English Language Centre. (2009). University English I. Hong Kong: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University.

Recommended readings

Carter, R., Hughes, R. & McCarthy, M. (2000). Exploring grammar in context: Upper-intermediate and advanced. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.

McCarthy, M. & O'Dell, F. (2001). English vocabulary in use: Upper-intermediate. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.

Oshima, A. & Hogue, A. (2006). Writing academic English (4th ed.). White Plains, NY: Pearson/Longman.

Reinhart, S. (2002). Giving academic presentations. Ann Arbor, MI: University of Michigan Press.

Verderber, R. F., Sellnow, D. D. & Verderber, K. S. (2011). The challenge of effective speaking (15th ed.). Belmont, CA: Thomson/Wadsworth.

Waters, M. & Waters, A. (1995). Study tasks in English. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.




Subject Title University English II

Credit Value 2

Level 2


ELC2501 University English I Nil Nil

Objectives To further develop those English language skills required by students to study effectively in the University’s English medium learning environment.


Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to communicate effectively in an academic context through:

a. participating actively in academic discussions b. writing academic argumentative essays To achieve the above outcomes, students are expected to use language and text structure appropriate to the context and to critically select relevant information to develop a thesis and arguments in a text.


This syllabus is indicative. The balance of the components, and the corresponding weighting, will be based on the specific needs of the students. Written Academic Communication - Understanding and applying principles of the text structure of persuasive and argumentative academic texts; further developing paraphrasing, summarising and referencing skills; improving editing and proofreading skills; achieving appropriate tone and style in academic writing. Spoken Academic Communication - Identifying and practising the verbal and non-verbal interaction strategies in academic discussions; explaining and presenting ideas that require the development and application of creative and critical thinking. Reading and Listening in Academic Contexts - Understanding the content and structure of ideas delivered orally and in print; distinguishing between ‘fact’ and ‘opinion’. Language Development - Further improving and extending relevant features of grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation.


The subject is designed to introduce students to the communication skills, both oral and written, that they may need to function effectively in academic contexts. The study method is primarily seminar-based. Activities include teacher input as well as individual and group work involving drafting and evaluating texts, mini-presentations and discussions. Students will be referred to information on the internet and the ELC’s Centre for Independent Language Learning.

Learning materials developed by the English Language Centre are used throughout this course. Additional reference materials will be recommended as required.





% weighting


a b

1. Seminar discussion 40%

2. Discursive essay 60%

Total 100 %


Students’ oral and writing skills are evaluated through assessment tasks related to the learning outcomes. Students are assessed on the accuracy and the appropriacy of the language used in fulfilling the assessment tasks, as well as the selection and organisation of ideas.


Class contact:

Seminars 28 Hrs.



56 Hrs.



Coursebook

English Language Centre. (2009). University English II. Hong Kong: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University.


Damer, T. E. (2009). Attacking faulty reasoning: A practical guide to fallacy-free arguments (6th ed.). Belmont, CA: Thomson/Wadsworth.

Hyland, K. (2006). English for academic purposes: An advanced resource book. London; New York: Routledge.

Madden, C. G. & Rohlck, T. (1997). Discussion and interaction in the academic community. Ann Arbor, MI: University of Michigan Press.

McWhorter, K. T. (2008). Study and critical thinking skills in college (6th ed.). New York: Pearson/Longman.

Meyers, A. (2005). Gateways to academic writing: Effective sentences, paragraphs and essays. White Plains, NY: Longman.

Wood, N. V. (2001). Writing argumentative essays (2nd ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall.

Zwier, L. J. (2002). Building academic vocabulary. Ann Arbor, MI: University of Michigan Press.




Subject Title English for Effective Workplace Communication I

Credit Value 2

Level 3

Pre-requisite/ Co-requisite/ Exclusion

Nil

Objectives

This subject aims to develop those English language skills required by students to communicate effectively in their future professional careers.


Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to communicate effectively in workplace contexts through

a. writing appropriate correspondence related to engineering professions; b. using appropriate telephoning skills in the workplace; and c. participating in, and contributing to, workplace meetings. To achieve the above outcomes, students are expected to use language and text structure appropriate to the context, select information critically, present ideas systematically and logically, and provide support for stance and opinion.


This content is indicative. The balance of the components, and corresponding weighting, will be based on the specific needs of the students.

1. Work-related discussions Practising the specific verbal and non-verbal skills required when communicating

with co-workers and clients in workplace communications and on the telephone. 2. Workplace correspondence Selecting and using relevant content; organising ideas and information; maintaining

appropriate tone, distance and level of formality; achieving coherence and cohesion; adopting an appropriate style, format, structure and layout.

3. Language appropriacy Using context-sensitive language in spoken and written English. 4. Language development Improving and extending relevant features of grammar, vocabulary and

pronunciation.


The subject is designed to introduce students to the communication skills, both oral and written, that they may need to function effectively in their future professions. The study method is primarily seminar-based. Activities include teacher input as well as individual and group work involving drafting and evaluating texts, mini-presentations, discussions and simulations. Students will be referred to information on the Internet and the ELC’s Centre for Independent Language Learning.


Learning materials developed by the English Language Centre are used throughout this course. Additional reference materials will be recommended as required.




% weighting


a b c

1. Letter 35%

2. Telephone conversation & meeting

40%

3. Memo report 25%

Total 100 %

Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes: Students’ oral and writing skills are evaluated through assessment tasks related to the learning outcomes. Students are assessed on the accuracy and the appropriacy of the language used in fulfilling the assessment tasks, as well as the selection and organisation of ideas.


Class contact:

Seminars 28 Hrs.



56 Hrs.



Coursebook

English Language Centre. (2009). ELC3505 English for Effective Workplace Communication I. Hong Kong: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University.


Mascull, B. (2004) Business vocabulary in use: Advanced. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.

Bilbow, G. T. (2004). Business writing for Hong Kong (3rd ed.). Hong Kong: Longman.

Guffey, M. E. (2010). Essentials of business communication (8th ed.). Mason, OH: South-Western Cengage Learning.

Haynes, M. E. (2009). Meeting skills for leaders: Making meetings more productive (4th ed.). Rochester, NY: Axzo Press.

Lindsell-Roberts, S. (2004). Strategic business letters and e-mail. Boston: Houghton Mifflin.

Potter, J. (1992). Common business English errors in Hong Kong. Hong Kong: Longman.



Subject Code ENG224

Subject Title Information Technology

Credit Value 3

Level 2


Nil/Nil/Nil

Objectives To provide the foundation knowledge in computers, computer networks and data processing that is essential to modern information system design



Category A: Professional/academic knowledge and skills

1. Understand the functions and features of computer hardware and software components.

2. Understand the architecture and functions of a computer operating system and be able to use the services it provided for managing computer resources.

3. Understand the basic structure of a database system and be able to set up and configure a simple database system.

4. Understand the principles of computer networks and be able to set up and configure a simple computer network.

Category B: Attributes for all-roundedness 5. Solve problems using systematic approaches.


1. Introduction to computers Introduction to applications of information technology in different engineering

disciplines. Introduction to computer hardware components: CPU, RAM, ROM, I/O devices and internal buses. Software components: applications, utilities and operating systems.

Case study: Linux – user Interfaces, file management and process management. (10 hours)

2. Computer Networks Introduction to computer networks: LAN and WAN, client-server and peer-to-peer

architectures, network topology. OSI 7-layer model. TCP/IP protocol: UDP and TCP, port multiplexing, IP addressing and routing protocols. Internet applications. Networking devices: DSL modem, hub, bridge, switch, and router.

Case studies: Ethernet – cabling, topology and access methods. (18 hours)

3. Introduction to data processing and information systems Database systems – architecture, relational database concept, structural query language

(SQL), database management systems, Web and database linking, database application development. Introduction to Information systems. Workflow management.

Case study: Database design, implementation and management. (14 hours)


There will be a mix of lectures, tutorials and laboratory works to facilitate effective learning. Students will be given case studies to understand and practice the design and usage of database systems.




% weighting


A1 A2 A3 A4 B1

1. Continuous Assessment 40%

2. Examination 60%

Total 100 %

The assessment methods include an end-of-subject examination (60%), three tests (15% ), and two laboratory work (10%), tutorial sessions with four tests (10%), three assignments (5%). The examination cover intended subject learning outcomes A1, A2, A3, A4 and B1. The continuous assessments (three tests from the lecture portion, 4 tests from the tutorial portion and 3 Assignments) cover intended subject learning outcomes A1, A2, A3, A4. The lab works (with 1 test) cover intended subject learning outcomes A2,A3 and B5. The examination is a 2.5-hour, closed-book examination, and all of the tests are closed book. The laboratory sessions give the student a hands-on experience of an Unix OS (assessed by an end-of-lab test) and the construction of a data base (assessed by an end-of-lab report).

Student Study Effort Expected

Class contact:

Lecture 28 Hrs.

Tutorial 9 Hrs.

Laboratory 17 Hrs.


Assignment Preparation and Laboratory Report Writing 36 Hrs.

Self study 36 Hrs



1. M. Small, Information Technology and the Internet: The Kernel, McGraw Hill, 2007.

2. D. E. Comer, Computer Networks and Internets: with Internet Applications, 4th ed., Prentice-Hall, 2004.

3. W. Stalling, Data and Computer Communications, 8th ed., Prentice-Hall, 2007.

4. C.J. Date, An Introduction to Database Systems, 5th ed., Addison-Wesley, 2000. Peter Rob & Carlos Coronel, Database Systems: Design, Implementation, and Management, 7th Edition, Thomson, 2007.

5. Michael Mannino, Database Design, Application Development, & Administration. 3rd Ed., McGraw-Hill, 2007



Subject Code ENG232

Subject Title Engineering Science

Credit Value 3

Level 2


Nil/Nil/Nil

Objectives

This subject aims: 1. to enable students to establish a broad knowledge base on the atomic structure and

properties of materials with an emphasis on using this knowledge to solve engineering problems.

2. to provide a basic understanding on relationship between material properties and

manufacturing processes so that they (students) are able to select those that are appropriate taking into consideration green design and environmental issues.

3. to enable students to understand the forms of energy and their conversion.



1. apply the knowledge of materials science to analyze and solve basic engineering problems related to stress, strain and fracture of materials.

2. select appropriate materials and manufacturing processes for different products

taking into consideration of issues in cost, quality and environmental concerns. 3. familiarize and apply thermodynamic properties of common substances, such as

air and water, for the reversibility and efficiency considerations of energy balance, usage , and waste disposal in common energy transformation devices and systems.


Materials Science and Engineering (27 hours) Atomic Structure and Structure of Crystalline Solids: Atomic structure; Bonding forces and energies; Primary interatomic bonds and secondary bonding; Crystal structures and energy levels; Introduction to phase diagram. Electrical and Optical Properties of Materials: Conductors and insulators; Semi-conductor materials; N-type and P-type semiconductors; P/N junction; Light interactions with materials; Light emitting diode (LED) and optical detectors; Laser; Light propagation in optical fibers. Mechanical Properties of Materials: Concept of stress and strain; Stress-strain behaviour; Elastic properties of materials; Tensile properties; Elastic recovery after plastic deformation; Hardness; Stress concentration; Design and safety factors; Fracture and fatigue.


Dislocations and Strengthening Mechanism: Characteristics of dislocations; Mechanism of strengthening in metals; Grain size reduction; Solid solution strengthening; Strain hardening; Precipitation hardening. Manufacturing Technology of Materials: Role of materials in manufacturing; Relationship between manufacturing processes and material properties; Process capability. Applications and Selection of Engineering Materials: Metallic materials; Ferrous and non-ferrous alloys; Ceramics; Polymers; Thermoplastics and thermosets; Composite materials. Process Selection and Ecological Design: Cost consideration in materials selection; Selection of materials and manufacturing processes; Green manufacturing and environmentally conscious design. Energy Utilization (15 hours) Energy Trends, Conversion and Engineering: World consumption of primary energy sources; Technologies and issues in the conversion of different sources of energy. Basic Concepts and Laws of Energy Conversion: Thermodynamic states, variables and systems; Thermodynamic properties of H2O; Work, heat, and internal energy; Conservation of mass and energy; Reversibility of energy exchange; Energy balance for a flow. Basic Cycles and Common Thermal Systems: Rankine cycle and the steam engine; Refrigeration and heat pump; Ideal gas basics; Otto cycle and the internal combustion engine; Brayton cycle and the gas turbine.


This subject will be taught via lectures, tutorials, mini projects, case studies and experimental works.

Tutorials, mini projects, case studies and experimental works will be conducted in small groups to facilitate discussion. Laboratory Experiment (4 hours) 1. Tensile strength of metallic and plastic materials. 2. Conversion of fuel energy into engine power.


Specific assessment methods/tasks % weighting

Intended subject learning outcomes to be assessed

1 2 3

1. Tests 20 √ √ √

2. Assignments (including project reports, laboratory reports and case study reports)

20 √ √ √

3. Written examination 60 √ √ √

Total 100 %



Overall Assessment: 0.60 End of Subject Examination + 0.40 Continuous Assessment

Continuous Assessment including tests, assignments, laboratory reports, mini projects and case studies.

Examination is a close-book written examination.


Class contact:

Lectures 42 Hrs.

Tutorials 12 Hrs.

Laboratory works 4 Hrs.


Performing assignments 36 Hrs.

Literature search and private study 32 Hrs.



1. Bolton, W., Engineering Science. 4th Ed., Newnes Oxford, 2001.

2. Callister, W.D. Jr., Material Science and Engineering – an Introduction. 7th Ed., John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2007.

3. Manufacturing with Materials, by Open University, Butterworths, 1st Ed., 1990. 4. Cambridge Engineering Selector CES 4th Ed., Pack by M. Ashby and D. Cebon,

Granta Design Ltd. 5. Sonntag, Borgnakke & Wylen, Fundamentals of Thermodynamics, Wiley & Sons,

Inc., 2003. 6. Eastop, T.D. and McConkey, A., Applied Thermodynamics for Engineering

Technologists. 5th Ed., Longman Group UK, 1993.



Subject Code ENG236

Subject Title Computer Programming

Credit Value 3

Level 2


Nil/Nil/Nil

Objectives

(i) To introduce the fundamental concepts of computer programming (ii) To equip students with sound skills in C/C++ programming language (iii) To equip students with techniques for developing structured computer programs (iv) To demonstrate the techniques for implementing engineering applications using

computer programs.



Develop a good computer program using C/C++ programming language. To be specific, the students should be able to achieve the following:

a) Familiarize themselves with at least one C/C++ programming environment.

b) Be proficient in using the basic constructs of C/C++ to develop a computer program.

c) Be able to develop a structured and documented computer program.

d) Understand the fundamentals of object-oriented programming and be able to apply it in computer program development.

e) Be able to apply the computer programming techniques to solve practical engineering problems.

f) Be able to solve problems by using systematic approaches in a team.


1. Introduction to programming - Components of a computer; Programming environment; Process of application development.

2. Bolts and Nuts of C/C++ - Preprocessor; Program code; Functions; Comments; Variables and constants; Expressions and statements; Operators.

3. Program Flow Control - Branching and looping; Function parameters passing; Return values; Local and global variables; Scope of variables.

4. Program Design and Debugging - Structured program design; Modular programming; Exceptions and debugging. Case study: Using the Visual C++ debugger.

5. Basic Object Oriented Programming - Objects and classes; Private versus public; Implementing class methods; Constructors and destructors.


6. Pointer and Array - The stack and the free store; Create and delete objects in the free store; Pointer arithmetic; Passing function arguments by pointer; Returning values by pointer; Array of objects; Array and pointer; Array of pointers; Pointer of array; Character array; Command-line processing.

7. Stream I/O - Input and output as streams; File I/O using streams.

8. Using C/C++ in Engineering Applications - Solving practical problems using C/C++; Developing graphical user interfaces for engineering applications.


The subject is delivered through weekly lectures. Tutorials in terms of exercises related to the lecturing materials follow in the same week. Tutors will aid the lecturers in helping the students finishing the exercises, and interactive Q&A will take place. The lectures and tutorials aim at achieving the learning outcomes a, b, c, d and e.

To assure students’ understanding of fundamental concepts, short-quizzes and closed-book tests are arranged regularly. The learning outcomes b, c and d can be evaluated at different check-points.

To enhance the students’ problem solving skill in a given programming environment, open-book programming tests are arranged regularly. The learning outcomes a, b, c, d and e can be evaluated at different check-points.

After all the subject materials have been delivered, students are asked to finish a mini-project in a team. The project involves a practical engineering problem of some stated specifications. Apart from meeting the learning outcomes a-e, the students have to practice solving problems using systematic approaches in a team. The learning outcome f should be reflected from the mini-project result.



% weighting


a b c d e f

1.In-class exercises 10

2. Short-quizzes 10

3. Closed-book tests 20

4. Programming tests 30

5. Mini-project 30

Total 100 %


The short-quizzes and closed-book tests are for assessing the understanding of fundamental concepts. The in-class exercises and programming tests are conducted within the programming environment to help students familiarized with it. The problems to be solved by the students are typically presented as practical engineering


problems. Through conducting the mini-project that lasts for several weeks, students would be able to experience how to solve problems by using systematic approaches in a team.


Class contact: 65 Hrs.

Lecture 27 Hrs.

Tutorial 26 Hrs.

Test/Quiz 11 Hrs.

Mini-project presentation 1 Hrs.

Other student study effort: 81 Hrs

Self-studying 52 Hrs.

Homework 17 Hrs.

Mini-project/Report 12 Hrs.



Textbook:

1. J. Liberty, S. Rao, and B. Jones, Sams Teach Yourself C++ in One Hour a Day. Sams, 2009.

Reference Book:

1. H.M. Deitel and P.J. Deitel, C++ How To Program, 5th ed., Prentice-Hall, 2005. 2. I. Horton, Ivor Horton's Beginning Visual C++ 2005, Wiley Publishing, 2006.



Subject Code ENG237

Subject Title Basic Electricity and Electronics I

Credit Value 3

Level 2


Nil/Nil/Nil

Objectives

1. Introduce the fundamental concepts of operation of electric circuits applicable to all engineering students.

2. Develop the ability on solving problems involving electric circuits. 3. Develop skills for experimentation on electric circuits.



a) acquire a good understanding of the electric circuit operating principles; b) solve simple problems in electric circuits; c) use suitable instrumentation to carry out experimental investigations to validate the

theoretical investigations.


1. DC Circuits Introduction to electric circuits. Potential and potential difference. Charge and flow of charge.

Voltage and current as two basic variables. Kirchhoff’s current and voltage laws. Independent and dependent sources. Resistance. Simple circuit styles: voltage divider, current divider, series and parallel circuits. Nodal and mesh analyses. Thévenin and Norton theorems. Power dissipation. Source loading and maximum power transfer.

2. Capacitance, Inductance and First Order Transients Constitutive relations of capacitor and inductor. Brief introduction to physics (electric and

magnetic fields). Introduction to time-varying circuits. Simple RC and LC circuits. Important concept of independent state variables. First-order differential equation (with simple solution of exponential form). First order transient analysis. Time-domain solution and transient behaviour of first order circuits. Time constant.

3. Transformers

Concept of ideal transformer (assuming sinusoidal voltages and currents). Dot convention. Analyze circuit with ideal transformer. Calculate reflected sources and impedances across ideal transformers. Applications in galvanic isolation and voltage/current level conversion.

4. Steady-state Analysis of AC Circuits Average and rms values. Phasors (rotating vectors). Steady-state analysis of circuits driven by single fixed frequency sinusoidal sources. Impedance and admittance. Analysis approach 1: phasor diagrams for simple circuits. Analysis approach 2: systematic complex number analysis, i.e., same treatment as DC circuits but with complex numbers representing phase and magnitude of AC voltages and currents. Real and reactive powers. Power factor.

5. Digital Logic Circuits Binary number system: addition, subtraction, multiplication and division in binary number

systems. Conversion between binary and decimal numbers. Two’s complement. Boolean algebra. Basic logic gates. Flip-flops. Karnaugh maps. Don't care condition. Combinational Logic circuit designs and modules.


Laboratory Experiments: 1. Instrumentation and circuit theorems 2. First order transient 3. Simple digital circuits


On a subject of fundamental nature with large classes, lectures are the primary and effective means of conveying the basic circuit principles (outcome a) and demonstrating suitable application (outcome b). In order to strengthen the understanding of the basic concepts (outcome a) and to facilitate small-group discussions on examples and exercises (outcome b), tutorials with a maximum class size of 20 are provided. Experiments are essential for students to relate the concepts to practical applications (outcome b) and they are exposed to hand-on experience and proper use of equipment and also analytical skills on interpreting experimental results (outcome c).

Teaching/Learning Methodology Outcomes a b c

Lectures √ √ Tutorials √ √ Experiments √ √



% weighting


a b c

1. Examination 60 √ √

2. Class Tests 16 √ √

3. Assignments 12 √ √

4. Lab Logbooks & Report

12 √ √

Total 100 %

It is a level-2 subject covering fundamental concepts of circuit analysis and basic applications. Examination is adopted to assess students on the overall understanding and the ability of applying the concepts. It is supplemented by the mid-term class tests and regular quizzes which provide timely feedbacks to both lecturers and students on various topics of the syllabus. Experiment logbooks and reports reflect the students’ laboratory skills, usages of appropriate equipment and data analysis on experiment results.


Class contact:

Lectures 26 Hrs.

Laboratory experiment 9 Hrs.


Supplementary tutorials/consultations 25 Hrs.


Self-study 42 Hrs.



Textbooks:

1. G. Rizzoni, Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering, First Edition, New York: McGraw-Hill, 2009.

References: 1. C.K. Tse, Linear Circuit Analysis, London: Addison-Wesley, 1998. 2. D.A. Neamen, Micoelectronics: Circuit Analysis and Design, Boston: McGraw-Hill, 3rd

Edition, 2006. 3. R.A. DeCarlo and P.M. Lin, Linear Circuit Analysis, Second Edition, Oxford University

Press, 2001. 4. A.H. Robbins and W.C. Miller, Circuit Analysis: Theory and Practice, Thomson

Learning, 2nd Edition, 2000.



Subject Code ENG239

Subject Title Engineering Project

Credit Value 2

Level 2

Pre-requisite /

Co-requisite/

Exclusion

Nil/Nil/Nil

Objectives

This subject will provide students with: 1. The basic knowledge of dimensional analysis and error analysis of mechanical

parts and assemblies. 2. The appreciation of the design process encompasses the inter-relationships

between function, manufacture, and salability. 3. The cost estimation of a product during the design process and its subsequent

manufacture. 4. The basic project management skills and time management. 5. The communication skills through team work, compiling a design report, and

presenting its findings.

Intended Learning

Outcomes

Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Specify appropriate dimensions and tolerance for mechanical parts and

assemblies. b. Use computer aided design packages to generate drawings for parts; assemblies or

mechanical systems; engineering calculations, and data analysis. c. Carry out cost estimate and make reasonable trade-offs between functions and

costs in planning engineering projects. d. Plan and manage an engineering project with continuous monitoring and control

activities. e. Develop effective communication and team working skills.

Subject Synopsis/

Indicative Syllabus

1. Introduction Role of engineering design in industry, relationships of design with other

engineering and commercial functions, conceptual, analysis and development of design.

2. Geometric Dimension and Tolerance Limits and fits, dimensional and geometrical tolerances, applications to design. 3. Cost Evaluation Categories of costs, cost estimates, cost indices, cost-capacity factors, factor

method of cost estimation, pricing of product/project, life cycle costing, cost models.


4. Project Management Identify objectives, Propose engineering projects to meet specific requirements, Estimate and manage the costs of engineering projects, Manage lifecycles of engineering projects, Accumulate experience by experiments.

5. The Project

This would be divided up into several stages, and students would be required to submit a project plan.

Teaching/Learning

Methodology

This subject will be taught through a combined lecture and project-execution approach. A series of lectures covering the topics listed in the syllabus will be given during the semester to cover essential materials required for the successful completion of the project. Lectures will be delivered to the whole class. For the project itself, there would be about 20 groups of four students per group. Each group will have two ISE and two ME students. Students will be presented with a number of project specifications, and will within certain limits, be able to choose one of their choices to work on. In total, there will be about 30 to 40 different specifications from which the 20 groups can choose from. During the project execution, student groups will be able to raise any difficulties they are encountering with their projects. The presentation of the project will be held during the last week of the semester when all projects will be completed. During the presentation, student groups will be required to display their projects and submit the final report containing their design specification.

Assessment Methods

in Alignment with

Intended Learning

Outcomes


% weighting


a b c d e

1. Project Proposal 15

2. Project Progress Report

20

3. Final Project Report 25

4. Project Presentation 20

5. Test 20

Total 100 %


The project proposal is set up to help students to understand the basic requirements in a project environment. The project progress report will be used as a vehicle to let


students to practice the monitoring and control activities of their on-going projects. The final report is employed here to help students to consolidate their design and the final recommendations. The project presentation will be used to enhance students' communication skill in a professional manner. The test is used to differentiate the performance of students in this subject.

Student Study

Effort Required

Class contact:

Lecture/Seminar 10 Hrs.

Tutorial/Project Execution 18 Hrs.


Project 30 Hrs.

Self Study/Preparation Work 20 Hrs.


Reading List and

References

1. Dieter, G., Engineering Design, McGraw-Hill. (most updated edition) 2. Hurst, K., Engineering Design Principles, Arnold. (most updated edition) 3. Ertas, A. and Jones, J.C., The Engineering Design Process, John Wiley. (most

updated edition) 4. Lewis, W. and Samuel, A., Fundamentals of Engineering Design, Prentice

Hall. (most updated edition) 5. Pahl, G. and Beitz, W., Engineering Design- A systematic approach,

Springer-Verlag. (most updated edition) 6. Hawkes, B. and Abinett, R., The Engineering Design Process, Longman

Scientific & Technical. (most updated edition) 7. Corbett, S., Dooner, M., Meleka, J. and Pym, C., Design for Manufacture,

Addison-Wesley. (most updated edition)



Subject Code ENG306

Subject Title Engineering Management

Credit Value 3

Level 3

Pre-requisite/Co-

requisite/Exclusion Nil

Objectives

This subject provides students with

1. skills and techniques involved in the management of people and engineering activities in the production of goods and services;

2. skills in the use and understanding of different quality management tools and techniques in an organization, hence enabling students to interpret the quality of work content of typical jobs;

3. the background to understand ethical and business behaviors in engineering organizations, and the change management techniques.

Intended Learning

Outcomes

Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to

a. perform tasks in an organization related to organizing, planning, and controlling project and process activities;

b. select appropriate management techniques for improving organizational structures, work procedures, and quality performance of operational tasks;

c. analyze the factors that affect changes in the work environment, and be aware of the approaches in implementing change in an organization;

d. be aware of the imperatives of ethical and business behaviors in engineering organizations in a fast-changing business environment.

Subject

Synopsis/Indicative

Syllabus

1. Introduction

General management concepts in organizations; Functions and types of industrial organizations; Organizational structures; Corporate objectives, strategy, and policy

2. Industrial Management

Roles of managers: Process of management, leadership, planning, organizing, motivating, and control of social and engineering activities; Quality management: Related tools and techniques

3. Project Management

Project scope and objectives; Network analysis; Tools that support


engineering operations and task scheduling

4. Management of Change

Strategic leadership and innovation; Organizational change; Leading planned change; Organizational development; Stress management; Factors that affect the execution of change

5. Effects of Environmental Factors

The effects of extraneous factors on the operations of engineering organizations, such as ethics and corporate social responsibilities issues

Teaching/Learning

Methodology

A mixture of lectures, tutorial exercises, and case studies are used to deliver various topics in this subject. Some topics are covered by problem-based format whenever applicable in enhancing the learning objectives. Other topics are covered by directed study so as to develop students’ “life-long learning” ability.

The case studies, largely based on real experience, are designed to integrate the topics covered in the subject and to illustrate the ways various techniques are inter-related and applied in real life situations.

Assessment Methods

in Alignment with

Intended Learning

Outcomes


% weighting

Intended subject learning outcomes to be assessed

a b c d

1. Coursework

• individual presentation (30%)

• group report (10%)

40%

2. Final examination 60%

Total 100%

The coursework of this subject involves students working in groups to study cases that reflect the realities of management situations in an engineering setting. Through such exercises, students’ ability to apply and synthesize acquired knowledge can be assessed on the basis of their performance in group discussion, oral presentations, and the quality of their written reports on these case studies. A written final examination is also designed to assess the intended learning outcomes.

Student Study

Effort Required

Class contact:

Lectures and review 30 Hrs.

Tutorials and presentations 12 Hrs.



Research and preparation 30 Hrs.

Report writing 10 Hrs.

Preparation for oral presentation and examination 34 Hrs.


Reading List and

References

1. Babcock, D L and Morse, L C, 2002, Managing Engineering and

Technology: an Introduction to Management for Engineers, 3rd Ed., Prentice Hall

2. Robbins, S P and Coulter, M, 2005, Management, 8th Ed., Prentice Hall

3. Schermerhorn, JR Jr., 2010, Introduction to Management, 10th Ed., Wiley



Subject Code ENG307

Subject Title Society and the Engineer

Credit Value 3

Level 3

Pre-requisite /

Co-requisite/

Exclusion

Nil/Nil/Nil

Objectives

This subject is designed for engineering students as a complementary subject about the role of the professional engineer in practice and their responsibilities towards the profession, colleagues, employers, clients and the public. The objectives of the subject are to enable students to:

1. Appreciate the historical context of modern technology and the nature of the process whereby technology develops and its relationship between technology and environment and the implied social costs and benefits.

2. Understand the social, political, legal and economic responsibility and accountability of a profession in engineering and the organizational activities of professional engineering institutions.

3. Be aware of the short-term and long-term effects on the use of technology relating to safety and health aspects.

4. Observe the professional conduct, the legal and more constraints relating to various engineering aspects.

Intended Learning

Outcomes

Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: (a) Identify and evaluate the effects on the use of technology relating to social,

culture, economic, legal, health and safety, environment and welfare of the society.

(b) Explain the importance of professional training of institutions, professional conduct, ethics and responsibilities in various engineering activities (local and overseas). Particularly the Washington Accord.

(c) Work in a team setting to discuss the specific project of the eight dimensions on project issues related to engineers and present the findings.

Subject Synopsis/

Indicative Syllabus

Impact of technology on society: Innovation and creativity, the history and the trend of technology on the social and culture on society.

Environmental protection and related issues. Role of the engineer in energy conservation, ecological balance and sustainable development. The outlook of Hong Kong’s industry, its supporting organizations and impact on development from the China Markets.


Industrial health and safety including the work of the Labour Department and the Occupational Health and Safety Council and the legal dimension such as contract law and industrial legislation. The Professional Institutions: both local and overseas. Washington Accord and the qualification and criteria of professional engineers. Professional ethics, bribery and corruption including the work of the ICAC. Social responsibilities of engineers.

Teaching/Learning

Methodology

In class, there will be short lectures to provide essential knowledge and information on the relationship between society and the engineer under a range of dimensions. There will be discussions, case studies, seminars to engage student’s in-depth analysis of the relationship. Students will form into groups and throughout the course, students will work on engineering cases by completing the following learning activities: 1. Case analysis; students will base on the case analysis, and provide weekly

summary report on the relationship of dimensions to the project. 2. The final report will be the Case portfolio which includes

i. Presentation slides; ii. Feedback critique; iii. Weekly summary report and iv. Reflection.

3. Final presentation.

The coursework of this subject involves students to work in groups to study cases from the perspectives of eight dimensions in an engineering setting. Through such exercises, students’ ability to apply and synthesize acquired knowledge can be assessed on the basis of their performance in group discussion, oral presentations, and the quality of their portfolio reports on these case studies.

Assessment Methods

in Alignment with

Intended Learning

Outcomes


% weighting


a b c d e

1. Continuous 60

• Group weekly learning activities (40%)

• Final presentation (individual presentation) (30%)

• Group report and individual reflection report (30%)

2. Examination 40

Total 100%



Continuous Assessment: 60% Examination: 40%

Student Study

Effort Required

Class contact:

Lectures and Review 30 Hrs.

Tutorial and Presentation 12 Hrs.


Research and Preparation 60Hrs.

Report writing 14Hrs.


Reading List and

References Reference books:

(1) Johnston, F. Stephen, Gostelow, J.P. and King, W. Joseph (2000) Engineering and society challenges of professional practice. Upper Saddle River, N.J.: Prentice Hall

(2) Hjorth, Linda; Eichler, Barbara; Khan, Ahmed (2003) Technology and Society Abridge to the 21st Century. Upper Saddle River, N.J.: Prentice Hall

Reading materials:

Engineering journals: - Engineers by The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers - Engineering and Technology by The Institution of Engineers and Technology

Magazines: - Times - Far East Economics

Current newspaper: - South China Morning Post - China Daily - Ming Pao Daily



Subject Code ME2902

Subject Title Engineering and the Environment

Credit Value 3

Level 2

Pre-requisite/

Co-requisite/

Exclusion

Nil

Objectives 1. To teach students fundamental concepts of the global environmental problems. 2. To teach students fundamental concepts of air, noise, water and solid waste

pollutions, and their impacts to the environment. 3. To teach students fundamental engineering knowledge to tackle the

environmental problems. 4. To teach students fundamental concepts of the importance of environmental

management.

Intended Learning

Outcomes

Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Appreciate and understand the concept of flow of energy, nutrients and

pollutants in an ecosystem. b. Understand and identify the global environmental problems. c. Understand and identify the sources of pollutants in our community and their

relationship with environmental problems. d. Understand the basic concepts of air, noise, water and solid waste pollutions, and

evaluate their impacts to the environment. e. Apply the fundamental engineering knowledge to tackle the environmental

problems caused by the air, noise, water and solid waste pollutions. f. Appreciate and understand the roles of different sectors of our community

including government, industry and engineers in the development and implementation of environmental management policies and strategies.

Subject Synopsis/

Indicative Syllabus

Global Environmental Problems – Ecosystem, energy flow and nutrient flow. Basic definition of environmental pollutions. Factors enhancing environmental problems. Environmental Impact Matrices.

Air Pollution - The atmosphere. Principal air pollutants. Sources and effects of air pollution. Outdoor and indoor air pollution. Air Pollution Index. Control of air pollution. Indoor Air Quality (IAQ). Control of IAQ. Noise Pollution - Basic concepts of sound and noise. Basic concepts of hearing: hearing loss, weighting noise level, Noise Criteria (NC) curves and Speech Interference Level (SIL). Control of noise pollution.

Water Pollution - Water quality. Sources of water pollution. Municipal and industrial waste water. Qualities of polluted water. Water treatment processes. Residuals


management.

Solid Waste Pollution - Solid waste disposal hierarchy. Solid waste sources: municipal and industrial sources. Concept of “Reduce-Reuse-Recycling”. Composting. Landfill. Incineration. Environmental Management - Sustainable development. Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA). Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). Government strategies in pollution control. Subsidies and Polluter Pays Principle. Sources of environmental information and regulations.

Teaching/Learning

Methodology

Guest lecturers may be invited to give seminars about the state-of-the-art technologies in dealing with pollution. Tutorials and case studies/mini projects are conducted in small groups to facilitate discussion. Students are required to conduct case studies on recent environmental problems and management techniques.

Teaching/Learning Methodology Outcomes

a b c d e f

Lecture

Project

Assessment Methods

in Alignment with

Intended Learning

Outcomes


% weighting


a b c d e f

1. Mini project/ Case study

10 %

2. Test 20 %

3. Assignment 20 %

4. Examination 50 %

Total 100 % Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes: Overall Assessment: 0.5 End of Subject Examination + 0.5 Continuous Assessment Examination is adopted to assess students on the overall understanding and the ability of applying the concepts. It is supplemented by the tests, assignments which provide timely feedbacks to both lecturers and students on various topics of the syllabus. The project is used to help the students to have experiences on solving practical engineering problem.


Student Study

Effort Required

Class contact:

Lecture and seminar 34 Hrs.

Tutorial 4 Hrs.

Group discussion (3 Hrs. = 1 contact Hr.) 4 Hrs.


Performing mini project/case study 42 Hrs.



Reading List and

References

1. M.L. Davis, and S.J. Masten, Principles of Environmental Engineering and Science, McGraw-Hill, 2004.

2. J. Glynn Henry, and Gary W. Heinke, Environmental Science and Engineering, 2nd edition, Prentice-Hall, 1996.

3. D.D. Reible, Fundamentals of Environmental Engineering, Lewis Publishers, 1999.

4. W.W. Nazaroff and L. Alvarez-Cohen, Environmental Engineering Science, John Wiley and Sons, Inc., 2001.

5. NSI/ASHRAE Standard 62-1989: Ventilation for Acceptable Indoor Air Quality, ASHRAE, 1989.

6. I. Sharland, Woods Practical Guide to Noise Control, Woods Acoustics, 1979. 7. EPD of HKSAR: Homepage – http://www.epd.gov.hk 8. US EPA: Homepage – http://www.epa.gov


http://www.epd.gov.hk/

http://www.epa.gov/


Subject Code ME3106

Subject Title Dynamics and Vibrations

Credit Value 3

Level 3

Pre-requisite/

Co-requisite/

Exclusion

Pre-requisite: ME3301 Applied Mechanics

Exclusion: ME3104 Dynamics and Control I ME3105 Dynamics and Control II

Objectives 1. To enable students to master the methods of problem formulation and solution for planar motion of particles and rigid bodies.

2. To introduce the concepts and usages of work and energy. 3. To introduce the elementary tools of modelling physical components and systems. 4. To provide fundamental concepts and solution strategies for mechanical vibration

problems. 5. To introduce knowledge and techniques for theoretical, numerical and

experimental determination of vibration parameters for single-degree-of-freedom systems.

6. To provide methods of calculating safe rotating speed range to avoid whirling of shaft.

7. To show how to solve vibration and dynamics problems occurring in a variety of engineering problems in mechanical engineering.

Intended Learning

Outcomes

Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Describe the planar motion of particles and rigid bodies. b. Apply Newton's second law and use free body diagrams to derive the equations of

motion for particles and rigid bodies in planar motion. c. Understand work, potential energy and kinetic energy, and to use work and energy

principles to obtain velocity and position, and the work done by external forces. d. Determine the behaviour in transient motion of a single-degree-of-freedom

vibratory system from its mathematical description and determine the forced vibration of such a system subjected to constant amplitude or unbalanced excitation.

e. Design to avoid or achieve resonance in single-degree-of-freedom mechanical models.

f. Balance a rotating unbalanced system and calculate bearing forces for such a system.

g. Calculate and determine the critical rotating speed of whirling of shafts


Subject Synopsis/

Indicative Syllabus

Dynamics - Kinematics and kinetics of particles, rectilinear motion, plane curvilinear motion, relative motion, equation of motion, work and energy, impulse and momentum. Plane kinematics of rigid bodies, rotation, absolute motion, relative velocity, instantaneous centre of zero velocity, relative acceleration, motion relative to rotating axes. Plane kinetics of rigid bodies, force, mass and acceleration, general equation of motion, applications, e.g., four-bar linkage and slider-crank mechanisms, gear trains, work and energy, impulse, momentum, impulse-momentum equations, impact and applications, rotor imbalance and whirling of rotating shafts. Vibration of a Single-degree-of-freedom System - Free vibration of particles, equation of motion, damping effects, forced vibration of particles, vibration of rigid bodies, energy methods, computer simulations of the free and forced vibration response of a single-degree-of-freedom system.

Laboratory Experiment:

There are two 2-hour laboratory sessions. Typical Experiments: 1. Gear train experiment. 2. Rotating balancing. 3. Forced vibration. 4. Whirling of shaft. Case Study: Parametric design and selection to avoid resonance in a rotating system.

Teaching/Learning

Methodology

Lectures aim at providing students with an integrated knowledge required for understanding dynamics and single-degree-freedom vibration systems. Theories and examples will be presented to cover the syllabus on kinematics and kinetics of particles and rigid bodies; equation of motions, work and energy, impulse and momentum, and 1 DOF vibrations. Tutorials aim at enhancing the analytical skills of the students. Examples will be provided to teach students the skills of solving different engineering problems using the knowledge of dynamics and single-degree-freedom vibration systems. Students will be able to solve real-world problems using the knowledge they acquired in the class. Experiments will provide students with experience on gear train systems, balancing of rotational systems, forced vibration systems and whirling of shafts. These experiments are designed to train students how to apply theories to practical applications, how to analyze and present experimental data.


a b c d e f g

Lecture

Laboratory

Tutorial


Assessment

Methods in

Alignment with

Intended Learning

Outcomes


% weighting


a b c d e f g

1. Class test 30 %

2. Homework 15 %

3. Laboratory 5 %

4. Examination 50 %

Total 100 % Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes: Overall Assessment: 0.5 End of Subject Examination + 0.5 Continuous Assessment Examination is adopted to assess students on the overall understanding and the ability to apply the concepts. It is supplemented by the tests, assignments and laboratory reports which provide timely feedbacks to both lecturers and students on various topics of the syllabus.

Student Study

Effort Required

Class contact:

Lecture 38 Hrs.

Laboratory/Tutorial 4 Hrs.


Reading and review 42 Hrs.

Homework assignment 16 Hrs.

Laboratory report 8 Hrs.


Reading List and

References

1. F.P. Beer and E.R. Johnson, Vector Mechanics for Engineers: Dynamics, McGraw-Hill, 2004.

2. J.L. Meriam and L.G. Kraige, Engineering Mechanics, John Wiley, 2003. 3. S. Graham Kelly, Fundamentals of Mechanical Vibrations, 2nd edition, McGraw

Hill, 2000. 4. W.T. Thomson, Theory of Vibration with Applications, Prentice Hall, 1993.



Subject Code ME3107

Subject Title Linear Systems and Control

Credit Value 3

Level 3

Pre-requisite/

Co-requisite/

Exclusion

Pre-requisite: ME3106 Dynamics and Vibrations Exclusion: ME3104 Dynamics and Control I ME3105 Dynamics and Control II

Objectives

1. To introduce the mathematical modelling of physical elements in dynamic systems.

2. To provide students with a basic understanding of behaviour of first- and second-order systems due to step, ramp and impulse inputs, and concepts of time-domain specifications.

3. To introduce the basic concepts of frequency response and frequency domain specifications.

4. To introduce feedback control and its application to improve the overall system behaviour.

5. To present the basic concepts of proportional-and-integral-and-derivative feedback, and the setting of control parameters to meet the system goals.

Intended Learning

Outcomes

Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Find the transfer function for a system composed of mechanical and other

physical components or given the block diagram of a system. b. Predict the output response of a first- or second-order system both in time and

frequency domains subject to typical input signals. c. Understand and grasp how the system dynamic behaviour is related to system

specifications and how it can be improved according to these specifications using some combination of parameter tuning and feedback control.

d. Describe how changes in parameter values will affect the stability of a control system, and apply Routh-Hurwitz criterion to find the parameter range for stability.

e. Understand basic applications of proportional, integral and derivative feedbacks in control systems to improve performance or stability.

Subject Synopsis/

Indicative Syllabus

Dynamic Responses of First-Order and Second-Order Systems - Mathematical modelling of system elements, interconnection of elements in systems by differential equations, parameters of first-order and second-order systems, system response analysis due to step, ramp and impulse inputs using Laplace transform, simulation of dynamic systems using Matlab.

Frequency Response of First-Order and Second-Order Systems - Harmonic response, Bode diagrams, frequency domain specifications, frequency response applications.


Introduction to Feedback Control - Analysis of open-loop and closed-loop systems, transfer functions and block diagrams, time-domain specifications, system stability analysis, time-domain analysis of control systems.

Feedback Control Systems - Automatic controllers, basic P, PD, PID controllers, Routh-Hurwitz stability criterion, numerical computations for the frequency-domain analysis of dynamical systems.

Laboratory Experiment:

There are two 2-hour laboratory sessions. Typical Experiments: 1. Digital simulation of feedback control systems. 2. DC servomechanism. 3. Water level control.

Teaching/Learning

Methodology

Lectures aim at providing students with an integrated knowledge required for understanding and analyzing feedback control systems. Tutorials aim at enhancing analytical skills of students. Examples on system modeling, transient and frequency response of dynamic systems, and performance and stability of control systems will be involved. Students will be able to solve real-world problems using the knowledge they acquired in the class. Experiments will provide students with hands-on experience on the instrumentation and measurement of physical variables such as motor speed and water level, and their control. It also trains students in the analysis and presentation of experimental data.


Outcomes

a b c d e

Lecture

Tutorial

Experiment

Assessment Methods

in Alignment with

Intended Learning

Outcomes


% weighting


a b c d e

1. Class test 20 %

2. Homework 20 %

3. Laboratory report

10 %

4. Examination 50 %

Total 100 % Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes:


Overall Assessment: 0.5 End of Subject Examination + 0.5 Continuous Assessment Assignments, laboratory reports, and tests are adopted in continuous assessment on students’ timely feedback to and on-going understanding of the course. Students’ overall understanding of the course and ability in applying the delivered knowledge are further assessed through a formal examination.

Student Study

Effort Required

Class contact:

Lecture 38 Hrs.



Self-study 42 Hrs.




Reading List and

References

1. K. Ogata, Modern Control Engineering, Prentice Hall, 2002. 2. N.S. Nise, Control Systems Engineering, John Wiley, 2004. 3. C.L. Phillips and R.D. Harbor, Feedback Control Systems, Prentice-Hall, 2000. 4. M.R. Driels, Linear Control Systems Engineering, McGraw-Hill, 1996.



Subject Code ME3204

Subject Title Design and Manufacturing I

Credit Value 3

Level 3


Nil

Objectives 1. To provide students an understanding and foundation of the product design process including market needs and marketing, formulation of a design project, generation of design concepts, quality function deployment, design and engineering analysis, CAD/CAE, manufacturing considerations and prototyping techniques.

2. To provide students knowledge in using up-to-date computer-aided technology to conduct design and analysis for product design and development.

3. To provide students an understanding of safety and reliability in a design project.


Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Identify, formulate and solve engineering problems. b. Use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools, including

computational tools necessary for engineering practice. c. Understand the common manufacturing methods. d. Understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context. e. Understand the professional and ethical responsibilities.


Design Philosophy (4 weeks) Market Needs and Marketing Ethics in Design Need Identification and Problem Definition Team Behaviour and Tools Human Factors Judgement and Decision-making Managing the Design Process Introduction to Computer-aided Engineering Design (6 weeks) Fundamentals in Computer-aided Design and Graphics (CAD) Geometry Modelling Surface and Solid Modelling Modelling and Simulation Virtual Engineering

Manufacturing and Safety (4 weeks) Quality Function Deployment Materials Processing and Design Fundamentals of Rapid Prototyping and Manufacturing Risk, Reliability and Safety



Lectures are used to transfer the required knowledge of engineering design and manufacturing (outcomes a to e). Tutorials and computer workshops are used for training of using CAE tools for design analysis (outcome b). Project and case studies are useful for the study and solving real-life engineering problems (outcomes a to e).


a b c d e

Lecture

Tutorial / workshop

Project / case study



% weighting


a b c d e

1. Assignment 10 %

2. Test 15 %

3. Training report 5 %

4. Project report 20 %

5. Examination 50 %

Total 100 %

Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes: Overall Assessment: 0.5 End of Subject Examination + 0.5 Continuous Assessment Examination is adopted to assess students on the overall understanding and the ability of applying the concepts. It is supplemented by the tests, assignments and training reports which provide timely feedbacks to both lecturers and students on various topics of the syllabus. Written report and oral presentation on a specific project or case study is used to assess students’ on the application of their knowledge and computer tools learnt in this subject to solve a real-life design problem.


Class contact:


Tutorial 4 Hrs.

Workshop on use of CAD/CAE

(3 Hrs. = 1 contact Hr.) 6 Hrs.



Case study/mini project 12 Hrs.

Assignment 12 Hrs.

Self-study 42 Hrs.



1. George E. Dieter, Engineering Design, 3rd Ed., McGraw-Hill International Editions, 2000.

2. Clive L. Dym and Patrick Little, Engineering Design: A Project-based Introduction, John Wiley & Sons, 2000.

3. Christopher D. Wickens, John D Lee, Yili Liu and Sallie E Gordon Becher, An Introduction to Human Factors Engineering, 2nd Edition, Prentice Hall, 2004.

4. Karl Kroemer, Henrike Kroemer and Katrin Kroemer-Elbert, Ergonomics: How to Design for Ease and Efficiency, 2nd Ed., Prentice Hall, 2003.

5. Kunwoo Lee, Principles of CAD/CAM/CAE Systems, Addison Wesley Longman, 1999.

6. Farid Amirouche, Principles of Computer-aided Design and Manufacturing, 2nd Ed., Prentice Hall, 2004.

7. Michael J Etzel, Bruce J Walker and William J Stanton, Marketing, 12th Ed., McGraw-Hill, 2001.

8. Christopher D. Wickens and Justin G Hollands, Engineering Psychology and Human Performance, Prentice Hall, 2000.



Subject Code ME3205

Subject Title Design and Manufacturing II

Credit Value 3

Level 3


Pre-requisite: ME3204 Design and Manufacturing I

Objectives 1. To provide students in-depth knowledge and skills on the product analysis and simulation, use of CAD/CAE, manufacturing and prototyping techniques of products.

2. To provide students advanced computer modelling and finite element modelling and analysis techniques during the product design process.

3. To enhance students knowledge on environmental impact and marketing skills during the design of products and engineering components.


Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Identify, formulate and solve engineering problems. b. Apply their knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering. c. Use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools, including

computational tools necessary for engineering practice. d. Function professionally in multidisciplinary teams.


Computer-aided Analysis in Product Design (7 weeks) Fundamentals in Computer-aided Engineering (CAE) 3-D Product Analysis Design Optimisation Technique CAD and CAM integration Integrated Products and Process Design (3 weeks) Concurrent Engineering Reverse Engineering Documenting of Design Process Knowledge Environmental Impact Computer-aided Manufacturing (CAM) Internet Applications in Product Design and Manufacture Process Development and DFX Strategies Product Management and Manufacturing Competitiveness (4 weeks) Product Master Platform Manufacturing and Supply Chain Planning Six Sigma Technique of Quality Improvement Product Life-cycle Management (PLM)



Lectures are used to transfer the required knowledge of engineering design and manufacturing (outcomes a to c). Tutorials and computer workshops are used for training of using CAE tools for design analysis (outcomes b to c). Project and case studies are useful for the study and solving real-life engineering problems (outcomes a to d).


a b c d

Lecture

Tutorial / workshop

Project / case study



% weighting


a b c d

1. Assignment 10 %

2. Test 15 %

3. Training report 5 %


5. Examination 50 %

Total 100 %

Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes: Overall Assessment: 0.5 End of Subject Examination + 0.5 Continuous Assessment Examination is adopted to assess students on the overall understanding and the ability of applying the concepts. It is supplemented by the tests, assignments and training reports which provide timely feedbacks to both lecturers and students on various topics of the syllabus. Written report and oral presentation on a specific project or case study is used to assess students’ on the application of their knowledge and computer tools learnt in this subject to solve a real-life design problem.


Class contact:


Tutorial 4 Hrs.

Workshop (3 Hrs. = 1 contact Hr.) 4 Hrs.


Case study/Mini project 12 Hrs.

Assignment 12 Hrs.


Self-study 42 Hrs.



1. George E. Dieter, Engineering Design, 3rd Ed., McGraw-Hill International Editions, 2000.

2. Warren D. Seider, Product and Process Design Principles: Synthesis, Analysis, and Evaluation, John Wiley & Sons, 2004.

3. Kunwoo Lee, Principles of CAD/CAM/CAE Systems, Addison Wesley Longman, 1999.

4. Vince Adams and Abraham Askenazi, Building Better Products with Finite Element Analysis, Onword Press, 1999.

5. Clive L. Dym and Patrick Little, Engineering Design: A Project-based Introduction, John Wiley & Sons, 2000.2.

6. Michael J Etzel, Bruce J Walker and William J Stanton, Marketing, 12th Ed., McGraw-Hill, 2001.

7. George Huang, Internet Applications in Product Design and Manufacturing, Springer, 2003.

8. D.H. Stamatis, Six Sigma fundamentals: A Complete Guide to the System, Methods and Tools, Productivity Press, 2004.



Subject Code ME3301

Subject Title Applied Mechanics

Credit Value 3

Level 3


Pre-requisite: AMA201 Mathematics I or equivalent

Objectives 1. To develop an understanding of static equilibrium and Newton’s laws of motion. 2. To apply static equilibrium and Newton’s Laws for solving engineering systems. 3. To promote effective mathematical and graphical communication skills.


Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Understand the basics of applied mechanics. b. Solve for forces and moments on a simple structure. c. Formulate and solve equivalent force/couple systems. d. Communicate effectively with the support of mathematical and graphical skills.


Fundamentals of Mechanics - Basic concepts of mechanics. Scalar and Vectors: Vector algebra and vector components. Position, unit and force vectors. Two and three-dimensional force systems. Moment of a force about a point. Moment of a force about a line. Statics - Equilibrium of a particle and the associated free-body diagrams. Equilibrium of a rigid body and the associated free body diagram. Two and three force members equilibrium in three dimensions. Simple trusses: The method of joints; the method of sections; zero-force members; the method of sections. Internal forces developed in structural members. Shear and moment equations and diagrams. Relations between distributed load, shear and moment. Theory of dry friction. Systems with friction. Wedges. Belt friction. Rolling resistance. Equivalent Systems - Determination of the resultant concurrent forces. Equivalent force/couple systems. Centre of gravity and centroid: by composite parts; by integration. Resultant of a general distributed force system. Moment of inertia of areas. Parallel-axis theorem for an area. Radius of gyration of an area. Calculation of moments of areas: by composite areas; by integration. Product of inertia for an area. Principles of virtual work.



Lectures are used to deliver the fundamental knowledge in relation to the topics as described in the section subject synopsis (outcomes a to c). Tutorials are used to illustrate the application of fundamental knowledge to practical situations (outcomes a to c).

Experiments are used to relate the concepts to practical applications and students are exposed to hand-on experience, proper use of equipment and application of analytical skills on interpreting experimental results (outcome d).


a b c d

Lecture

Tutorial

Experiment



% weighting


a b c d

1. Assignment 20 %

2. Test 20 %

3. Examination 60 %

Total 100 %

Overall Assessment: 0.6 End of Subject Examination + 0.4 Continuous Assessment Examination is adopted to assess students on the overall understanding and the ability of applying the concepts. It is supplemented by the tests, assignments and laboratory reports which provide timely feedbacks to both lecturers and students on various topics of the syllabus.


Class contact:

Lecture 38 Hrs.

Tutorial 4 Hrs.


Course work 20 Hrs.

Self-study 42 Hrs.



R.C. Hibbeler and S.C. Fan, Engineering Mechanics – Statics, SI Edition, Prentice Hall, 1997.



Subject Code ME3302

Subject Title Engineering Materials

Credit Value 3

Level 3

Pre-requisite/

Co-requisite/

Exclusion

Pre-requisite: ENG232 Engineering Science

Exclusion: ME263 Engineering Materials

Objectives 1. To provide the fundamental knowledge of material science and engineering. 2. To provide basic knowledge of and concepts relating to the properties of

engineering materials and their applications in a wide range of engineering industries.

3. To teach how processing and composition affect the microstructures of materials.

4. To teach the mechanical properties of metals, polymer, ceramics, composites and the failure of materials.

Intended Learning

Outcomes

Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Understand the basic concepts in materials science and their relations

with material properties. b. Understand and explain how the properties of a material may be modified by

processing and alloying. c. Classify material types and their properties, and utilize in engineering

applications with consideration of environmental issues.

Subject Synopsis/

Indicative Syllabus

Review of Microstructures and Mechanical Properties of Materials - Solidification; Grain structure; Crystallographic points, directions and planes; Imperfections in solids; Dislocations and strengthening mechanisms. Phase Diagrams and Heat Treatments - Equilibrium Phase Diagrams; Phase transformations; Iron-carbon system; Microstructure and property changes during heat treatment; Thermal process of metals; Hardening, tempering, annealing of steels. Characteristics of Metal Alloys, Polymers and Ceramics - Ferrous and nonferrous alloys; Polymer structures and composite materials; Mechanical properties of polymers; Defects in polymers; Thermoplastic and thermosetting polymers; Properties of ceramics and glasses; Smart materials; Applications in product development.

Corrosion and degradation of materials.

Materials Selection and Design Considerations - Categories of cost; Manufacturing cost; Life cycle costing; Material availability; Performance index; Materials selection chart; Case study in mechanical components or consumer products.


Laboratory Experiments:

There are 2 two-hours laboratory sessions. Typical experiments:

1. Hardness test on steel under heat treatment 2. Torsion test on steel samples

Teaching/Learning

Methodology

Lectures are aimed at providing students with an integrated knowledge required for understanding materials properties and basic design concepts using materials. Practical problems and material design examples will be raised as a focal point for discussion in tutorial classes. Case studies are aimed at providing students with examples for the application of functional materials, allowing them to develop analytical and reasoning power for material selection processes. Experiment sessions will be used to provide the students with some hands-on experience on the instrumentation and measurement of properties of engineering materials. It also trains students in the analysis and presentation of experimental data.


a b c

Lecture

Tutorial

Experiment

Assessment Methods

in Alignment with

Intended Learning

Outcomes


% weighting


a b c

1. Home assignment 15 %

2. Test 15 %

3. Laboratory report 5 %

4. Case study 5 %

5. Final examination 60 %

Total 100 % Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes: Overall Assessment: 0.6 End of Subject Examination + 0.4 Continuous Assessment 1. The continuous assessment will comprise of four components: home assignments

(15%), a test (15%), case study (5%) and laboratory reports (5%). The assignments and test are aimed at checking the progress of students study, assisting them in self-monitoring of fulfilling the learning outcomes. The laboratory reports are aimed at assessing the understanding of the subject and capability in analyzing and reporting experimental data. And the case study is


used to enhance the integration of the knowledge learnt. 2. The final examination will be used to assess the knowledge acquired by the

students for understanding and analyzing the problems, critically and independently; as well as to determine the degree of achieving the subject learning outcomes.

Student Study

Effort Required

Class contact:

Lecture and Seminar 28 Hrs.

Laboratory test (3 Hrs. = 1 Contact Hr.) 6 Hrs.

Tutorial 6 Hrs.

Case study 6 Hrs.


Private study 60 Hrs.


Reading List and

References

1. William D. Callister, Jr., Materials Science and Engineering: an Introduction, 7th edition, John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2007.

2. K.G. Budinski and M.K. Budinski, Engineering Materials: Properties and Selection, 9th Edition, Pearson/Prentice Hall, 2009.



Subject Code ME3303

Subject Title Mechanics of Solids

Credit Value 3

Level 3


Pre-requisite: ME3301 Applied Mechanics

Objectives 1. To introduce concepts of stress, strain and deformation. 2. To teach students the knowledge of analyzing beams under axial and torsional

loads. 3. To teach students how to analyze stresses and deflections of beam structures

subjected to combination of internal transverse shear and bending moments. 4. To allow students learning how to analyze beams and shells experiencing

combined loads. 5. To reinforce students with effective mathematical and graphical communication

skills. 6. To promote students with a systematic approach to problem solving.


Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Draw free body diagrams of an assembled structure and its components. b. Apply the laws of equilibrium to solve for forces and moments on a structure. c. Solve for the principal stresses in structural components subjected to a combined

state of loading. d. Formulate and solve problems involving bending of beams and axisymmetric

shells. e. Apply the laws of equilibrium to solve for the forces and moments on structures

and to determine the system and distribution of internal forces in the structure. f. Analyze simple structures. g. Recognise the qualitative features of the stresses, strains, materials properties and

geometrical properties associated with axial loading, torsion and bending and to derive stresses and deformations in a structural component due to axial load, torsion, and bending acting individually or in combination.

h. Recognize, formulate and solve statically indeterminate structural components. i. Communicate effectively with the improved mathematical and graphical skills.


Fundamentals - Free Body Diagram. Static Equilibrium. Mechanical Behaviour of Materials - Concept of stress; strain; Modulus of elasticity; Poisson’s ratio; Bulk modulus; Hooke’s Law; Stress-strain diagram; Saint Venant’s Princicple; Axial stress; Thermal stress; Planar trusses; Axial deformation. Torsional Stress. Torsional deformation. Beam - Equilibrium of beams. Shear force and bending moments. Flexural stresses. Beam deflection. Discontinuous functions for beam deflection. Slope and deflection by method of superposition. Statically indeterminate systems.


Combined Loading - Transformation of stresses. Principle stresses and maximum shear stress. Mohr’s circle. Thin walled pressure vessels. Cylinders and spheres under internal and external pressures. Compounded cylinder. Stress distribution in beams. Stresses due to combined loads. Laboratory Experiment There are two 2-hour laboratory sessions: Typical Experiments: 1. Tensile test 2. Torsion test 3. Deflection of beam


Lectures are used to deliver the fundamental knowledge in relation to the topics as described in the section subject synopsis (outcomes a to h). Tutorials are used to illustrate the application of fundamental knowledge to practical situations (outcomes a to h). Experiments are used to relate the concepts to practical applications and students are exposed to hand-on experience, proper use of equipment and application of analytical skills on interpreting experimental results (outcomes g to i).


a b c d e f g h i

Lecture

Tutorial

Experiment



% weighting


a b c d e f g h i

1. Assignment 25 %


3. Test 10 %

4. Examination 60 %

Total 100 %

Overall Assessment: 0.6 End of Subject Examination + 0.4 Continuous Assessment Examination is adopted to assess students on the overall understanding and the ability of applying the concepts. It is supplemented by the tests, assignments and laboratory reports which provide timely feedbacks to both lecturers and students on various topics of the syllabus.



Class contact:

Lecture 38 Hrs.

Tutorial/Laboratory 4 Hrs.


Course work 20 Hrs.

Self-study 42 Hrs.



1. F.P. Beer, E.R. Johnston and Jr. J.T. DeWolf, Mechanics of Materials, 4th edition, McGraw-Hill, 2006.

2. P.P. Benham, R.J. Crawford and C.G. Armstrong, Mechanics of Engineering Materials, 2nd edition, Longman, 1996.

3. A.C. Ugural, A.C. and S.K. Fenster, Advanced Strength and Applied Elasticity, 3rd edition, Prentice Hall 1995.



Subject Code ME3406

Subject Title Engineering Thermodynamics

Credit Value 3

Level 3


Pre-requisite: AMA201 Mathematics I, or CSE280 Applied Mathematical Analysis, or AMA299 Engineering Mathematics Exclusion: ME3401 Thermofluids I ME3402 Thermofluids II ME3404 Thermofluids I

Objectives 1. To provide students fundamental knowledge of basic concepts and systems used in thermal science including thermodynamic laws, processes and cycles, work and heat.

2. To enable students to understand the properties of pure substances, states, phase change, and behaviour of ideal gas.

3. To enable students to understand and apply the Law of Conservation of mass, Law of Conservation of energy, First Law of Thermodynamics and Second Law of Thermodynamics.

4. To enable students to understand various power cycles, heat engine and refrigeration cycle.

5. To enable students to understand properties of mixtures and principle of air-conditioning.

6. To teach basic evaluation techniques of heat transfer processes involving conduction, convection and radiation.


Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Find the correct phase and remaining properties for a substance of a set of

properties. b. Find process and compute associated heat and work transfer that is the most

reasonable approximation of a physical set up. c. Compute the heat, work transfer and change of internal energy by 1st Law of

Thermodynamics of a closed thermal system. d. Compute the heat, work transfer and change of enthalpy by 1st Law of

Thermodynamics of an open thermal system. e. Evaluate heat, work transfer and efficiency for ideal heat engine cycles. f. Understand and deduce work output and efficiency of power systems, engine and

COP of refrigeration cycle. g. Evaluate the rate of heat transfer via conduction, convection and radiation of a

one-dimensional system of a physical construction.



Review of Basic Concepts and Properties of a Pure Substance - Closed and open systems. Thermal properties. State and equilibrium. Temperature and the Zeroth law. Work and heat. Process and cycle. Ideal gas. Equation of state of ideal gas. Pure substance. Phase diagrams. Evaluation of thermodynamic properties. The First Law of Thermodynamics - Conservation of mass and control volume. The first law for a control mass undergoing a process/cycle. Internal energy and enthalpy. Constant volume and constant pressure specific heats. The first law for a control volume. The steady-flow energy equation and its applications.

The Second Law of Thermodynamics - Heat engines and refrigerators. The second law of thermodynamics. Reversible and irreversible processes. Carnot cycle. Thermodynamic temperature scale. Inequality of Clausius. Entropy. The second law for a control mass/control volume. Isentropic efficiency.

Power and Refrigeration Cycles - Vapour cycles. Rankine cycle. Gas cycles. Otto cycle. Diesel cycle. Refrigeration cycle.

Psychrometry and Mixtures - Dalton model. Amagat model. Wet-bulb and dry bulb temperatures. Psychrometric chart. Air conditioning.

Introduction to Heat Transfer - Introduction of three modes of heat transfer (conduction, convection and radiation) and their governing equations. One-dimensional steady state conduction in parallel slabs and cylinders. Thermal resistance. Fins and heat exchangers.

Laboratory Experiment: There are two 2-hour laboratory sessions: Typical Experiments: 1. Refrigeration system. 2. Mechanical equivalent of heat. 3. Diesel engine test. 4. Heat conduction and heat convection.


Lectures are used to deliver the fundamental knowledge in relation to thermodynamics and heat transfer (outcomes a to g). Tutorials are used to illustrate the application of fundamental knowledge to practical situations. (outcomes a to f). Experiments are used to relate the concepts to practical applications and students are exposed to hand-on experience, proper use of equipment and application of analytical skills on interpreting experimental results (outcomes b to g).


a b c d e f g

Lecture

Tutorial

Experiment




% weighting


a b c d e f g

1. Examination 70 %

2. Test 15 %

3. Assignment/ Laboratory report

15 %

Total 100 %

Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes: Overall Assessment: 0.7 End of Subject Examination + 0.3 Continuous Assessment Examination is adopted to assess students on the overall understanding and the ability of applying the concepts. It is supplemented by the tests, assignments and laboratory reports which provide timely feedbacks to both lecturers and students on various topics of the syllabus.


Class contact:

Lecture 38 Hrs.

Tutorial / Experiment 4 Hrs.


Course work 20 Hrs.

Self-study 42 Hrs.



1. R.E. Sonntag, C. Borgnakke and G.J.V. Wylen, Fundamentals of Thermodynamics, John Wiley and Son, 2003.

2. T.D. Eastop and A. McConkey, Applied Thermodynamics for Engineering Technologists, 5th edition, Pearson, 1993.

3. K. Wark, and D. Richards, Thermodynamics, 6th edition, McGraw-Hill, 1999. 4. K.D. Hagen, Heat Transfer with Applications, Prentice Hall, 1999. 5. F.D. Incropera, and D.P. Dewitt, Introduction to Heat Transfer, 3rd edition,

Wiley, 2001.



Subject Code ME3407

Subject Title Fluid Mechanics

Credit Value 3

Level 3


Pre-requisite: AMA296 Mathematics II or AMA294 Mathematics II ME3406 Engineering Thermodynamics Exclusion: ME3401 Thermofluids I ME3402/ME3405 Thermofluids II

Objectives 1. To teach students the formulation of conservation laws for mass, momentum and energy, and their applications to fluid mechanics.

2. To teach students the significance of dimensionless numbers and techniques of model testing.

3. To teach students the formulation of conservation laws for mass, momentum and energy, and their applications to fluid mechanics problems.

4. To teach students the internal flow and external flow phenomena and their corresponding velocity distributions, pressure distributions, losses etc.

5. To introduce the principle and characteristics of fluid machinery such as pumps and fans.

6. To teach students the equations and characteristics of compressible flows.


Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Understand the relationship between fluid pressure and hydrostatics, and their

applications. b. Understand the nature of laminar flows, turbulent flows and the significance of

Reynolds number. c. Deduce various important dimensionless parameters for fluid flows. d. Apply continuity equation and Bernoulli’s equation to deduce velocity and

pressure at different positions of practical situations and flow measurement devices.

e. Apply momentum equation and steady flow energy equation to solve simple flow systems.

f. Calculate the drag of a fluid flow over a flat plate, and pressure loss in ducts and pipes.

g. Understand the principle of fluid machinery.


Basic Concepts - Fluid properties, viscosity and shear stress. Newton’s Law of viscosity, simple viscometer, compressibility, Newtonian and non-Newtonian fluids. Pressure Distribution in a Fluid - Fluid pressure, Pascal's law, pressure-height relation, manometry, forces on submerged surfaces and buoyancy, force vortex and free vortex motion. General Description & Equations of Motion of Fluid Flow - Flow: steady and unsteady, uniform and non-uniform, incompressible and compressible, laminar and turbulent flow, Eulerian and Langrangian descriptions, streamline and streamtube,


Euler equation and Bernoulli equation. Pitot and Pitot-static tubes, Venturi meter and orifice; Momentum Equation and Energy Equation; Pumps systems, pipe friction and losses. Dimensional Analysis - Principle of dimensional homogeneity. Buckingham theorem. Dimensionless groups and their physical significance. Flow similarity and model testing. Conservation Equations - Continuity equation; Navier-Stokes equations; Energy equation; Exact solutions of N-S equations: Couette flow; Poiseuille flow; Couette-Poiseuille flow; Hagen-Poiseuille Flow through a Pipe. Examples of solving N-S equations by CFD software and numerical simulation models. Internal Flow - Exact solution for fully developed laminar flow in a pipe, Darcy's law; entrance length, Reynolds experiment and turbulence; Moody chart, frictional and minor losses, design for pipes in parallel and in series. External Flow - Viscosity and viscous stress, laminar boundary layer over a flat plate; effects of adverse pressure gradient, concepts of flow separation, and transition to turbulence, velocity profiles; characteristics of flow over bluff bodies and particles, lift, friction and profile drag; boundary layers theory, boundary layer disturbance, displacement and momentum thicknesses, momentum integral equation, laminar boundary layer profiles, skin friction coefficient, turbulent boundary layers, power law and laws of walls. Applications on Fluid Machinery - Dynamics of flow over an airfoil and through a cascade, Euler equation for turbo-machinery, characteristics of fans and pumps; Compressible Flows - Review of Thermodynamics, propagation of sound waves. Isentropic flow equations. Mach cone. Subsonic and supersonic flows nozzles. Normal shock waves and oblique shock waves. Laboratory Experiment: There are two 2-hour laboratory sessions: Typical Experiments: 1 Compressible flow nozzle 2 Centrifugal Pump Testing 3 Potential Flow Visualization (Hele-Shaw Expt.) 4 Wind Tunnel Testing of Cylinder and aerofoil 5 Universal velocity Profile 6 Boundary Layer Experiment


Lectures aim to deliver the fundamental knowledge in relation to fluid mechanics (outcomes a to g). Tutorials are deployed to illustrate the application of fundamental knowledge to practical situations. (outcomes a to g). Experiments are arranged to relate the concepts to practical applications and students are exposed to hand-on experience, proper use of equipment and application of analytical skills on interpreting experimental results (outcomes a and b).



a b c d e f g

Lecture

Tutorial

Experiment



% weighting


a b c d e f g

1. Examination 70 %

2. Assignment/ Laboratory report / Test

30 %

Total 100 %



Class contact:

Lecture 38 Hrs.

Tutorial / Laboratory 4 Hrs.


Course work 20 Hrs.

Self-study 42 Hrs.



1. Y. A. Cengel, J. M. Cimbala, Fluid Mechanics (Fundamentals and Applications) McGraw-Hill, 2006.

2. F.M. White, Fluid Mechanics, McGraw-Hill 2003. 3. J.F. Douglas, J.M. Gasiorek and J.A. Swaffield, Fluid Mechanics, 4th edition,

Pearson, 2001. 4. M.C. Potter, and D.C. Wiggert, Mechanics of Fluids, Prentice-Hall, 1991.



Subject Code ME3901

Subject Title Project – Design Realization

Credit Value 2

Level 3

Pre-requisite/

Co-requisite/

Exclusion

Nil

Objectives 1. To provide students with an opportunity to integrate engineering sciences, design and manufacturing technologies to solve engineering design problems.

2. To apply CAD/CAE/CAM systems to engineering design projects. 3. To practice material selections and structural analysis for mechanical parts. 4. To practice data collection and analysis using different measurement equipments

and software packages. 5. To practice cost control and failure analysis in integrated design and

manufacturing projects.

Intended Learning

Outcomes

Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Identify, formulate and solve engineering problems. b. Understand the applicability of general theoretical and experimental principles

and techniques of science and mathematics that integrate with areas of traditional engineering such as design and analysis.

c. Have understanding of sound experimental protocol, including laboratory safety, design and execution of experiments, experimental data handling and analysis, interpretation of data and practical report writing.

d. Use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools, including computational tools necessary for engineering practice.

e. Work professionally in general mechanical systems, including the design and realization of such systems.

f. Work as part of a team, communicate and present effectively and adopt project management skills in both practical and non-practical context.

Subject Synopsis/

Indicative Syllabus

Design Process and Methods - Descriptive and prescriptive design process models, concept selection technique, clarifying objects, establish functions, setting requirements, generating alternatives, evaluating alternatives and improving details, quality function deployment, failure mode and effect analysis, safety, legal, economics and environmental protection considerations. Common Mechanical Components - Design of common mechanical components: keys, couplings, fasteners, power transmission components, bearing and seals, infinite life design, safe-life design, fail-safe design, and damage tolerance design. Materials Selection for Engineering Design - Metallic and non-metallic, ferrous and non-ferrous, considerations: function, strength, manufacture and cost, materials


selection process and method, value analysis. Computer-aided Design and Manufacturing - Applications of CAD/CAM in engineering projects. Design Modeling and Analysis - Parametric and variational CAD modeling, feature-based product modeling, definition and type, design analysis and optimization.

Students are required to conduct an engineering design project

Project Examples:

Fan Design - Focus on the basic fluid dynamic principles and theory used in fan design and the important parameters. Students have to go through the basic project life-cycle of concept, design, implement and handover in design the fan. The design of the fans is of open-ended nature. The group can investigate and select the applications of the fan they want to design. Students should propose their own specifications such as flow rate, pressure, speed and size of the fan they want to design. Detailed design drawing and solid modeling should be submitted. Additional marks will be given for manufacturing the fan and test their performance. Students have to search the performances, size and shape of a real-life fan used in the industry and compare with their design.

Vibration Isolation and Absorption - The objectives of this project are: (1) To familiarize with the design of suspension system in vehicles and machineries. (2) To apply the theory of mechanical vibration in designing machine mountings with

vibration isolation function. (3) To design vibration absorbers for absorbing vibration from machineries. Students are encouraged to design suspension systems or vibration absorbers for small machines such as air-conditioners and washing machines which they can found in their daily lives. They need to study the relevant theories and solve a real-life vibration problem. Experimental testing will be done to test the performance of the suspension system or vibration absorbers designed and made by the students. Design of a Power Transmission System - The objectives of the project are: (1) To bring together the individual mechanical components of a mechanical, gear-

type power transmission into a unified, complete system. (2) To resolve the interface questions where two components fit together. (3) To establish reasonable tolerances and limit dimensions on key dimensions of

components, especially where assembly and operation of the components are critical.

(4) To verify that the final design is safe and suitable for its intended purpose. (5) To add details to some of the components that were not considered in earlier

analyses. The lecturer will present basic information about the functions and design requirements for the power transmission for an industrial saw that will be used to cut tubing, establish a set of criteria for evaluating design decisions, and implement the design tasks. The saw will received some hp from the shaft of an electric motor rotating at certain rpm. The drive shaft for the saw should rotate at some specified rpm. Students are required to investigate the problem and recommend practical solutions to remedy the situation.


The study should cover an analysis of (1) Design details of reducer (gear design). (2) Material selection for shafts. (shaft design). (3) Bearing mounting on the shafts and in the housing. (bearing design). (4) Flexible couplings and keys. (coupling and key design).

Burner Design and Analysis - The objectives of the projects are: (1) Identify the design elements of a burner; (2) Identify different types of flames; (3) Understand how heat is transferred from a flame to an object and the factors

affect the heat transfer; (4) Design different burner heads; (5) Conduct experiments to compare the heating efficiency of different burner

heads; (6) Conduct experiments to measure the pollutants emitted during the combustion

process and compare the pollutants generated by different burners. The lecturer will present the basic concepts of combustion and heat transfer. Students are required to generate different concepts of burners. Feasible designs will be fabricated and tested for comparison of heating efficiency and pollutant emissions. Through this project, students are able to appreciate the design elements of a burner and learn the experimental methods for assessing the performance and emissions of a burner system. Materials Selection and applications for Engineering Design – There are various applications of materials to different areas of science and engineering. Understanding of materials is also an important part of forensic engineering and failure analysis in the context of mechanical parts. Thus, the objectives of the projects are: (1) Identify mechanical part of concern in a machinery or materials of interest in any

design. (2) Make use of facilities in the laboratory and determine the fundamental properties

such as relevant physical and mechanical properties and do the characterization of materials.

(3) Suggest design alterations. (4) Suggest another comparable material with experimental evidence. The lecturer will introduce basic concepts and importance of engineering materials and their properties and applications. Materials selection strategy and constraints will be talked about. The experimental techniques used to determine the material properties will also be presented. Some practical examples on application of materials in design will be discussed. Producing prototypes in the project is highly encouraged.

Teaching/Learning

Methodology

Lectures are used to deliver the basic knowledge in relation to integrated engineering sciences, design and manufacturing technologies to investigate and solve engineering problems (outcomes a to f). Tutorials are used to apply theoretical knowledge to practical situations (outcomes a to c and f). Project involving experiments is used to demonstrate the transfer of learning on specific topic through search of information, experiments, analysis of data and report writing (outcomes a and c to e).



a b c d e f

Lecture

Tutorial

Project involving experiment

Assessment Methods

in Alignment with

Intended Learning

Outcomes


% weighting


a b c d e f

1. Written group report (Project proposal, Project progress report and Project final report)

70 %

2. Individual assessment (involving Test, Peer assessment and Project oral presentation)

30 %

Total 100 % Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes: Overall Assessment: 1.0 Continuous Assessment Projects/Case-Studies/Laboratory-work/Assignments

The projects will be carried in groups each consisting of three to six students so as to promote the spirit of teamwork. On completion of the project, a written report is required from each project group and each student from the group will be asked to give an oral presentation on their projects. In addition to the group report, marks on the oral skill and technical contents will be given to each student. Thus, it helps in the comprehensive learning of each student.

Student Study

Effort Required

Class contact:


Tutorial 4 Hrs.

Group discussion (3 Hrs. = 1 contact Hr.) 4 Hrs.


Conducting design project 28 Hrs.

Conducting experiment 16 Hrs.




Reading List and

References

1. G. Dieter, Engineering Design, 3rd edition, McGraw-Hill, 2000. 2. K. Hurst, Engineering Design Principles, Arnold, 1999. 3. A. Ertas and J.C. Jones, The Engineering Design Process, 2nd edition, John

Wiley, 1997. 4. C.L. Dym, Engineering Design, A Project-based Introduction, John Wiley, 2000. 5. A.M. Law and D.W. Kelton, Simulation Modeling and Analysis, McGraw-Hill,

2000. 6. A.I. Kathryn, Reverse Engineering, McGraw-Hill, 1996.



Subject Code ME3905

Subject Title Numerical Methods

Credit Value 2

Level 3


Pre-requisite: AMA201 Mathematics I or equivalent

Objectives 1. To enable students to understand, formulate simple engineering problems and use computational methods to solve typical engineering problems.

2. To teach students to solve non-linear equations, simultaneous linear algebraic equations and eigenvalue problems in engineering problems.

3. To enable students to apply interpolating polynomials, interpolation using splines, and least-squares regression for curve fitting and plotting experimental data.

4. To teach students numerical differentiation and numerical integration for engineering problems.


Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Solve non-linear equations in engineering by computer software such as Matlab. b. Solve sets of simultaneous linear algebraic equations by matrix inversion using

Matlab, Cramer’s method and Gaussian elimination. c. Solve eigenvalue problems and find the natural frequency with modes of

vibrations of mechanical systems. d. Apply interpolating polynomials, interpolation using splines, and least-squares

regression for curve fitting and plot experimental data. e. Use numerical differentiation and numerical integration for simple engineering

problems.


Introduction to Mathematical Meodelling and Computational Methods - Mathematical & numerical modelling and applications of commercial software packages such as MATLAB. Limitation, validation and sources of errors. Functions and plotting using Matlab. Computer Solution of Non-linear Equations - Bracketing Methods. Bisection Method. Open Methods. Newton-Raphson Method. Secant Method. Simultaneous Linear Equations - Solving simultaneous linear equations by Matrix Inversion. Cramer’s Rule. Gauss Elimination. Gauss-Jordan Elimination. Engineering applications and choice of methods. Eigenvalue Problems - Standard and General Eigenvalues Problems. Methods of solving Eigenvalue problems. Applications in vibrations and Model Analysis.


Curve Fitting and Interpolation - Collocation-Polynomial Fit. Lagrange Interpolation. Newton’s Divided-Difference Interpolating Polynomials. Interpolation using splines. Least-Squares Regression. Numerical Differentiation and Integration - Taylor’s series expansion, difference equations. Trapezoidal rule. Simpson’s rule. Applications of numerical differentiation and integration in heat transfer and fluid flow problems.


Lectures are used to deliver the fundamental knowledge in relation to numerical methods. Tutorials will be conducted in small groups to facilitate discussions. Computational workshops provide hands-on experience in using software to solve numerical problems.


a b c d e

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Tutorial

Computational workshop



% weighting


a b c d e

1. Test 15 %

2. Assignment 15 %

3. Examination 70 %

Total 100 %

Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes: Overall Assessment: 0.7 End of Subject Examination + 0.3 Continuous Assessment Tests will be conducted to assess students’ learning on numerical methods. Assignments will be used to assess students’ learning on using numerical methods in solving engineering problems and using computational software in solving such problems. Examination will be conducted to assess students’ learning on numerical methods.



Class contact:

Lecture 24 Hrs.

Tutorial 2 Hrs.

Computational Workshop (3 Hrs. = 1 contact Hr.) 2 Hrs.


Performing assignment 26 Hrs.

Applying computational software 6 Hrs.




1. S.C. Chapra and R.R. Canale, Numerical Methods for Engineers, McGraw-Hill, 2006.

2. S.S. Rao, Applied Numerical Methods for Engineers and Scientists, Prentice-Hall, 2002.

3. A. Biran and Moshe Breiner, Matlab for Engineers, Addison Wesley, 1995. 4. D.M. Etter, Engineering Problem Solving with Matlab, Prentice-Hall, 1997.



Subject Code ME4904

Subject Title Capstone Project – Group based

Credit Value 6

Level 4

Pre-requisite/

Co-requisite/

Exclusion

Pre-requisite: ME3106 Dynamics and Vibrations ME3107 Linear Systems and Control ME3205 Design and Manufacturing II ME3302 Engineering Materials ME3303 Mechanics of Solids ME3406 Engineering Thermodynamics ME3407 Fluid Mechanics

Objectives 1. To provide students with an excellent opportunity of in-depth exploration of a particular topic in mechanical engineering.

2. To teach students how to apply the general engineering sciences and fundamentals in solving an open-ended real-world engineering technical problem with a critical manner.

3. To further develop students’ creativity and overall skills of problem formulation, development of appropriate solution methods, design and implementation of a final chosen solution.

4. To develop and strengthen students’ oral and written presentations of the project findings and recommendations.

5. To practice data collection and analysis using different measurement equipments and software packages.

6. To engage students in a team setting to horizontally integrate all mechanical engineering knowledge that they have learnt in a comprehensive design and engineering final year project.

7. To teach how to make good oral presentation and report writing.

Intended Learning

Outcomes

Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Select an appropriate concept and clarify the objectives in the final year project. b. Conduct literature search including patents, books, archived publications and

product catalogues, and to perform the state-of-the-art and benchmark studies. c. Articulate the results and findings with scientific and logical arguments. d. Evaluate the potential impact of their designed solution on performance, safety,

cost and environment. e. Participate and lead in a multi-functional team. f. Take into account of safety, legal, environmental protection considerations in an

engineering project. g. Communicate their project work to sponsors (if any), supervisors, other peer

teams, and even non-technical audience. h. Develop a set of appropriate assumptions and exercise engineering judgement to

formulate the problem and suggest a practical solution, by given an open-ended real-world engineering problem.


i. Apply appropriate engineering tool (analytical, experimental, and/or computational) for carrying out tasks in the development and implementation of a designed solution with a critical approach.

j. Identify a set of critical variables for the given engineering problem, derive the governing equations and optimize the design solution.

k. Design, plan and carry out scientific and engineering experiments (physical tests and/or computer numerical simulations) to prove the feasibility of their designed solutions.

Subject Synopsis/

Indicative Syllabus

A project group consisting normally of three students will be expected to complete a substantial project of a major mechanical engineering task. The task can be an analytical study, an experimental investigation, a design project or a numerical simulation aimed at solving an engineering problem. The students are expected to go through the following stages of work: Problem identification Literature review Methodology of study Project execution Report writing Project presentation

Teaching/Learning

Methodology

The subject is taught through guided studies. The students are given the project title, objectives and description. The students are guided by the project supervisor to go through the different stages of the project as shown in the Subject Synopsis / Indicative Syllabus.


Outcomes

a b c d e f g h i j k

Guided study

Assessment Methods

in Alignment with

Intended Learning

Outcomes


% weighting


a b c d e f g h i j k

1. Continuous monitoring

25 %

2. Written report 50 %

3. Oral examination

25 %

Total 100 % Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes: Overall Assessment: 1.0 Continuous Assessment Continuous monitoring ensures that the project is executed properly by the students and is assessed based on: general attitude, initiative, planning and progress, work accomplishment, participation in group work, etc. A group interim report with oral


presentation may be required on the progress of the project. The continuous monitoring is assessed by the project supervisor. Peer assessment from project students will be taken into consideration in this part of the assessment. A formal written report from the students is used to report the work they have done in the different stages of the project. The report will be assessed by the project supervisor and a second assessor based on: technical content, clarity, layout, standard of English, handling of experimental data or design methodology or simulated results, depth of discussion, useful conclusions, etc. Peer assessment from project students will be taken into consideration in this part of the assessment. The oral presentation is assessed by the members of the project presentation panel which normal consists of four members with the project coordinator acting as the chairman. The project presentation consists of oral presentation by each student and a question and answer session and assessment is based on: technical content, presentation skill and format, use of English, response to question.

Student Study

Effort Required

Class contact:

Guided study 42 Hrs.


Conducting project 152 Hrs.



Reading List and

References

To be advised by supervisor



Subject Code ME4905

Subject Title Advanced Numerical Methods for Engineers

Credit Value 3

Level 4

Pre-requisite/

Co-requisite/

Exclusion

Pre-requisite: ME3905 Numerical Methods

Objectives 1. To enable students to understand, formulate advanced engineering problems and use computational methods to solve typical engineering problems.

2. To teach students to solve complex non-linear equations, simultaneous linear algebraic equations and eigenvalues problems common in engineering problems.

3. To teach students to solve ordinary differential equations common in engineering problems.

4. To teach students to solve unsteady heat and fluid flow problems by finite different method.

5. To enable students to understand the basic theory of finite element method.

Intended Learning

Outcomes

Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Formulate advanced engineering problems by mathematical modelling. b. Solve sets of simultaneous linear algebraic equations common in engineering. c. Use Euler and Runge-Kutta methods in solving simple engineering problems

such as motion of particles and flying objects. d. Solve unsteady heat and fluid flow problems by finite difference method. e. Solve boundary value problems by finite difference method. f. Understand the basic theory of finite element method so that they can choose

appropriate elements, mesh sizes and solvers for simulation.

Subject Synopsis/

Indicative Syllabus

Computer Solution of Non-linear Equations and Simultaneous Linear Equations - Roots of polynomials. Solving of simultaneous linear equations by Matrix Inversion using modern software, Gaussian-Seidal method. Special matrices. Mathematical modeling of engineering problems. Curve fitting, non-linear regressions, Fourier approximations and interpolation using modern software. Numerical Differentiation, Integration and Ordinary Differential Equations -

Difference Equations, Ordinary Differential Equations with initial conditions, Euler’s Method, Heun’s method and Runge-Kutta methods. Aplications of Runge-Kutta method in solving engineering problems such as motion of particles. Stiff equations. Finite Difference Method - Finite differences for elliptic equations and parabolic equations. Initial-and boundary-value problems: discretization of differential equations into linear equation sets; Explicit and implicit methods. Solving of transient heat conduction and fluid flow problems.


Finite Element Method - Finite elements for elliptic systems and boundary-value problems: Basic theory, discretization, interpolation function, formulation of element characteristic matrices and incorporation of the boundary conditions and solving the final matrix equation through examples in one-dimensional and two dimensional inviscid flow and heat conduction problems.

Teaching/Learning

Methodology

This subject will be taught via lectures, tutorials and class exercises.

Lectures are aimed at providing students with the knowledge of mathematical modeling, simultaneous linear algebraic equations, Euler and Runge-Kutta methods and finite difference methods, etc. (outcomes a to f). Tutorials are aimed at enhancing students’ skills necessary for solving advanced engineering problems (outcomes a to f).


a b c d e f

Lecture

Tutorial

Assessment Methods

in Alignment with

Intended Learning

Outcomes


% weighting


a b c d e f

1. Test 20 %

2. Assignment 10 %

3. Examination 70 %

Total 100 % Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes: Overall Assessment: 0.7 End of Subject Examination + 0.3 Continuous Assessment Examination is adopted to assess students on understanding and the ability to apply the concepts. It is supplemented by test and assignment which provide timely feedbacks to both lecturers and students on various topics of the syllabus.

Student Study

Effort Required

Class contact:

Lecture 38 Hrs.

Tutorial 4 Hrs.


Conducting assignment 20 Hrs.


Practicing computational software 20 Hrs.



Reading List and

References

1. S.S. Rao, Applied Numerical Methods for Engineers and Scientists, Prentice-Hall, 2002.

2. A. Brian and Moshe Breiner, Matlab for Engineers, Addison Wesley, 1995. 3. S.S. Rao, The Finite Element Method in Engineering, Pergamon Press, 1989. 4. D.M. Etter, Engineering Problem Solving with Matlab, Prentice-Hall, 1997. 5. S.C. Chapra and R.P. Canale, Numerical Methods for Engineers, McGraw-Hill,

2006. 6. J.D. Anderson, Computational Fluid Dynamics, McGraw-Hill, 1995. 7. D.W. Pepper and J.C. Heinrich, The Finite Element Method, Hemish Publishing

Corp., 1992.



Subject Code ME4205

Subject Title Manufacturing and Prototyping

Credit Value 3

Level 4


Pre-requisite: ME3205 Design and Manufacturing II

Objectives 1. To teach the students to understand the fundamentals of manufacturing and prototyping for product design and development.

2. To teach the students to gain practical experience in manufacturing and prototyping for product design and development.

3. To teach the students to develop ability to apply up-to-date technology in manufacturing products with considerations of safety and environmental factors.


Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Describe the principle and operation of common manufacturing and rapid

prototyping processes for product development. b. Decide on the use of appropriate manufacturing processes in the manufacture of a

product at the design stage. c. Develop a prototype with modern prototyping techniques. d. Apply up-to-date technology in manufacturing products with considerations of

safety and environmental factors. e. Apply the reverse engineering process for product developmen. f. Appreciate and report on the common practice in the product development

industry.


Advanced Manufacturing Process - Working Principle and Operation of Conventional and Modern Manufacturing

Processes for Product Development. - Tolerance and Processes for Precision Production. - Hot Metal Processing, Metal Cutting Processes, Laser Cutting, Water Jet Cutting

Technology, Precision Metal Removal. - Plastic Processing. - Manufacturing Process of Advanced Composite Materials. - Advanced Manufacturing Techniques (Physical and chemical vapour deposition

(PVD and CVD) processes, photo-chemical machining, precision casting …). - Advanced Surface Finishing Technology. Rapid Prototyping Technology - Rapid Prototyping Processes and Interfacing. - Rapid Tooling. - Safety and Environmental Control in RP. - Reverse Engineering (Application filed and prospect of RE, steps in RE,

technologies applied in RE, 3D scanning and digitizing).


Laboratory experiment: Using RP technology for making real parts


Lectures are used to deliver the fundamental knowledge related to advanced manufacturing processes and rapid prototyping technology (outcomes a to f). Tutorials and case studies are used to illustrate the application of fundamental knowledge to practical situations (outcomes a to f). Experiments are used to relate the concepts to practical applications and students are exposed to hand-on experience, proper use of equipment and application of analytical skills on interpreting experimental results (outcomes a to d). Mini-project/study report is used to enhance the understanding and use of the learned knowledge (outcomes a to c and e).


a b c d e f

Lecture

Tutorials and case study

Experiment

Mini-project / study report



% weighting


a b c d e f

1. Test 20 %

2. Homework/assignment 20 %


4. Examination 50 %

Total 100 %




Class contact:


Tutorial 2 Hrs.

Laboratory work and workshop

(3 Hrs. = 1 contact Hr.) 2 Hrs.


Performing mini-projects/study report 20 Hrs.

Course work 20 Hrs.




1. R. Budde, Prototyping: An Approach to Evolutionary System Development, Springer-Verlag, Berlin, New York, 1992.

2. B. Benhabib, Manufacturing: Design, Production, Automation and Integration, Marcel Dekker, 2003.

3. P.N. Rao, CAD/CAM Principles and Applications, McGraw Hill, 2002. 4. S. Kalpakjian, S. Schmid, manufacturing engineering and technology, Prentice

Hall, 2006



Subject Code ME4206

Subject Title Advanced Materials for Design and Technology

Credit Value 3

Level 4


Pre-requisite: ME3302 Engineering Materials ME3303 Mechanics of Solids

Objectives 1. To provide advanced knowledge on the design and development, processing, applications and structural evaluations of advanced materials and structures.

2. To provide advanced knowledge on the principle and applications of smart materials for product design.

3. To provide advanced knowledge on the consideration of environmental impacts for product design, aircraft and aerospace structures and environmentally friendly products.


Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Appropriately apply advanced materials and technology in the process of

designing products/structures. Understand the mechanics of composites and smart materials and apply them in the product design process.

b. Understand the limitations and constraints by using advanced materials at different environments.

c. Design innovative products/structures using smart materials and intelligent technology.

d. Consider environmental factors during the product design process.


Advanced Composite Materials - Design and mechanical performance; Lamination theory; The rule of mixtures; Design for aircraft and aerospace structures; Environmentally-friendly composites; Composite manufacturing process; Recycling advanced composites; Environmental impact. Smart Materials and Structures and Integrated Systems - Shape memory alloy (SMA) sensors and actuators; Hysteresis loop; Constitutive models; Active piezo-electric actuators; PVDF; Magnetostrictive materials; Dynamic control of smart structures; Bio-compatibility; Embedded sensor technology. Nano-structural Materials - Carbon nanotubes and their composite structures; Nanoclay/polymer composites; Superhard particles for wear resistance; Micro-electro-mechanical (MEMs) and Nano-electro-mechanical (NEMs) devices.



Lectures are used to deliver the fundamental knowledge in relation to advanced materials (outcomes a to c). Tutorials are used to illustrate the application of fundamental knowledge to practical situations (outcomes a to c). Project or case study is used to allow students to deepen their knowledge on a specific topic through search of information, analysis of data and report writing (outcome d). Experiments are used to relate the concepts to practical applications and students are exposed to hand-on experience, proper use of equipment and application of analytical skills on interpreting experimental results (outcomes a and b).


a b c d

Lecture √ √ √

Tutorial √ √ √

Project/case study √

Experiment √ √



% weighting


a b c d

1. Examination 50 % √ √ √ √

2. Assignment 25 % √ √ √ √

3. Project / case study / presentation

20 % √

4. Laboratory report 5 % √ √

Total 100 %

Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes: Overall Assessment: 0.5 End of Subject Examination + 0.5 Continuous Assessment Examination is adopted to assess students on the overall understanding and the ability of applying the concepts. It is supplemented by the assignments and laboratory reports which provide timely feedbacks to both lecturers and students on various topics of the syllabus. Written report and oral presentation on a specific project or case study are used to assess the students’ knowledge on smart materials.



Class contact:

Lecture 38 Hrs.



Course work Assignment

12 Hrs.

Self-study 40 Hrs.



1. Nano-scale materials : from science to technology, S.N. Sahu, R.K. Choudhury, and P. Jena, editors, New York, Nova Science Publishers, 2006

2. Smart Materials, edited by Mel Schwartz, CRC Press/Taylor & Francis, 2009. 3. Progress in Smart Materials and Structures, Peter L. Reece, editor, New York,

Nova Science Publishers, 2007. 4. Smart Structures -Analysis and Design, A. V. Srinivasan and D. M. McFarland,

Cambridge University Press, 2000. 5. Shape Memory Materials, K. Otsuka & C. M. Wayman, Cambridge University

Press, 1998. 6. Zafer Gurdal, Raphael T. Haftka and Prabhat Hajela, Design and Optimization of

Laminated Composite Materials, John Wiley & Sons, 1999. 7. Sergey Edward Lyshevski, MEMS and NEMS : Systems, Devices, and

Structures, Boca Raton, Fla.: CRC Press, 2002. 8. Facing up to the Recycling Challenge, Reinforced Plastics, Elsevier, Monthly

Periodocal, 2001.



Subject Code ME4208

Subject Title Computer-Aided Technology for Design

Credit Value 3

Level 4


Pre-requisite: ME3205 Design and Manufacturing II Exclusion: ME4203 Product Design and Management

Objectives 1. To provide students advanced knowledge on the computer-aided related technologies for product design and development.

2. To provide students advanced knowledge on the principles and applications of computer-aided modelling and analysis.

3. To provide students advanced knowledge on the use of computer-aided techniques and software to solve structural, stress, heat transfer and dynamic problems.


Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Use the computer-aided techniques to facilitate the process of product design and

development. b. Understand the interface among CAD, CAE and CAM during the product design

process by using up-to-date software. c. Identify a set of design variables and the governing equations to analyze a

conceptual design. d. Optimize the mesh size and type and apply appropriate types of boundary

constraints in the CAE process. e. Analyze and optimize a design with the aid of modern CAE software.


Computer-aided Modelling - Geometric Models of Products - Mathematical Modelling

Curve Modelling Surface Modelling Solid Modelling

- 3-D Product Analysis - Modelling and Simulations - Product Animation Design Analysis and Evaluation - Finite Element Modelling and Analysis

Modelling Techniques Mesh Types Boundary Constraints Material and Property Types

- Mathematical Modelling - Mechanical and Thermal Stress Analyses


- Dynamic Response - Product Optimizations (Size and Shape) - Non-linear Stress Analysis CAD/CAE/CAM Integration - Interface between CAD/CAE/CAM - Applications of CAD/CAE/CAM


Lectures will be given to explain the theories behind CAD, CAE and CAM. Tutorials will be used to teach the students how to conduct design analysis and evaluation after finishing the process of computer-aided modeling using state-of-the-art software such as SolidWORKS, ANSYS. Students will be given sets of exercises to learn how to evaluate the structural strength, vibration frequencies of a product, the response to thermal stresses and drop test and the parameters involved in product optimization. A mini-project will be given to students so that they will go through all the phases of a design process using computer-aided technology to achieve the design objectives.


a b c d e

Lecture

Tutorial

Case study

Mini-project



% weighting


a b c d e

1. Class test 20 %

2. Written/computer assignment

10 %

3. Case study 10 %

4. Mini-project report/presentation

10 %

5. Examination 50 %

Total 100 %

Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes: Overall Assessment: 0.5 End of Subject Examination + 0.5 Continuous Assessment Examination is adopted to assess students on the overall understanding and the ability of applying the concepts. It is supplemented by the tests, written and computer


assignments which provide timely feedbacks to both lecturers and students on various topics of the syllabus. Written reports on various case studies and mini-project are used to assess the students’ knowledge in the application of state-of-the-art CAD/CAE software to facilitate the product design and analysis process. Mini-project report and presentation assess the students’ ability to assimilate the learnt knowledge for solving a more realistic, open-ended design problem systematically.


Class contact:

Lecture 32 Hrs.

Tutorial 4 Hrs.

Guided study of CAD/CAE (3 Hrs. = 1 contact Hr.)

6 Hrs.


Performing CAD/CAE in design (tutorial problems)

20 Hrs.

Performing modeling of design problems (case studies and mini-project)

24 Hrs.




1. Michael E. Mortenson, Geometric Modeling, 2nd Ed. John Wiley & Sons, 1997. 2. Kunwoo Lee, Principles of CAD/CAM/CAE System, Addison-Wesley Longman,

1999. 3. Vince Adams and Abraham Askenazi, Building Better Products with Finite

Element Analysis, Onword Press, 1998.



Subject Code ME4211

Subject Title Development of Green Products

Credit Value 3

Level 4


Pre-requisite: ME2902 Engineering and the Environment

Objectives

1. To provide students with the concepts of green products with design. 2. To introduce the energy and resource saving products, while giving careful

thought on environmental issues in product development and planning. 3. To provide students with the knowledge in the development of green products

and procurement of green materials. 4. To introduce students with the knowledge of environmental assessment for

evaluating the green products.


Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Appreciate greening opportunity and be aware of the environmental issues

during the product design and development. b. Integrate the greening concepts into all development phases of a product

within the constraints. c. Apply the knowledge of green procurement of materials. d. Understand the environmental assessment of green products. e. Able to identify and evaluate an existing/future of greener

company/product/system/technology, and present their findings via oral presentation and written report.

f. Able to recognise the need to develop the ability of life-long learning in the green future.


Concept of Green Product with Design - Natural resource, material and energy conservation. Pollution prevention. Environmental impact on packaging, packaging materials, durability, repairability recyclability, and waste emissions. Life cycle impact assessment. Eco-labelling and energy-labelling product programmes. User's perception, social and cultural preference on green product design. Green product aesthetics and semantics. Green and Sustainable Product Development Processes - Concept of green and sustainable product development: product design, planning and innovation for environment. Product development processes and flows. Product development of organizations and functions. International environmental management standards. Green Procurement of Materials - Material assessment and survey. Green procurement evaluation criteria. Evaluation of materials and suppliers.


Environmental Assessment of Green Products - Criteria on the global warming, stratospheric ozone depletion, photochemical ozone formation, acidification, nutrient enrichment, ecotoxicity, human toxicity, resource consumption and working environment. Normalisation and weighting in the environmental assessment of products. The Green Future - More from less. Reducing risk and nuisance. Opportunities from green technology. Green taxes. Concern for nature. Pollution and waste reduction. A positive future.


The continuous assessment and examination are aimed at providing students with integrated knowledge required for emerging development of green/sustainable products.


a b c d e f

Lecture/Tutorial

Homework assignment

Mini-project report & presentation



% weighting


a b c d e f

1. Homework assignment

15%

2. Test & tutorial 15%

3. Mini-project report & presentation

20%

4. Examination 50%

Total 100 %

Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes: Overall Assessment: 0.5 x End of Subject Examination + 0.5 x Continuous Assessment. 1. The continuous assessment will comprise three components: homework

assignments (15%), test & tutorials (15%) and mini-project/case study report & presentation (20%). The homework assignments, and test & tutorials are aimed at evaluating the progress of students study, assisting them in fulfilling the respective subject learning outcomes, and enhancing the integration of their knowledge learnt. The mini-project/case study is aimed at assessing students to apply their learnt knowledge, and enhancing the written and oral communication skills in English and team-work spirit of the students.

2. The examination (50%) will be used to assess the knowledge acquired by the

students for understanding and analysing the problems critically and independently; as well as to determine the degree of achieving the subject learning outcomes.



Class contact:

Lecture 34 Hrs.

Tutorial/Mini-project discussion & presentation 8 Hrs.


Self study/coursework 40 Hrs.

Mini-project report preparation and presentation 24 Hrs.



1. Azapagic A., Perdan S., Clift R. and Surrey G., Sustainable Development in Practice, John Wiley & Sons, Ltd., latest edition.

2. Burall P., Product Development and the Environment, The Design Council, latest edition.

3. Fuad-Luke A., EcoDesign: The Sourcebook, Chronicle Books, latest edition. 4. Ottman J.A. Green Marketing, NTC Business Books, latest edition.

5. Ulrich, K.T. and Eppinger, S.D., Product Design and Development, McGraw-Hill, latest edition.



Subject Code ME4217

Subject Title Industrial Automation

Credit Value 3

Level 4


Pre-requisite: ME3107 Linear Systems and Control Exclusion: ME4204 Mechatronic Systems

Objectives 1. To teach students the mechanisms and selection of sensors, available techniques for sensor interfacing and protection circuits in automation systems.

2. To teach students the principle of analog-to-digital conversion, the importance of anti-alias filtering and the common methods of analog or digital signal transmissions.

3. To teach students the mechanics and control of industrial robots used in flexible automation.

4. To teach students the principle of industrial logic control systems used in manufacturing automation.


Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Understand the major components of mechatronic systems used in automation

such as commonly used sensors and common techniques for sensor interfacing and protection circuits.

b. Understand the common forms of signal transmissions, the importance to suppress transmission noise in mechatronic systems, analog-to-digital converters, anti-alias filters, and sampling rates for real-time applications.

c. Understand the mechanisms of commonly used actuators and how to select a proper set of sensors and actuators for a practical mechatronic system.

d. Understand various types of robots for industrial applications. e. Understand industrial control logic design using ladder diagram and

programmable logic controller.


Sensors and Actuators - Generic components for mechatronic systems in automation: sensors and transducers such as displacement sensors, force sensors, ultrasonic sensors, fibre optic devices, etc; actuators such as dc motors, stepper motors, piezoelectric actuators, etc. Interfacing - Sensor protection circuits; Signal transmission and noise suppression; Analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog conversion; Sampling frequency; Anti-alias filtering. Industrial Robotics – Robot geometry; Basic forward and inverse kinematics; Robot drives; Motion control; Robot Tooling; Robot applications; Economic justifications; Robot implementation.


Discrete Control Using PLCs - Relay logic; Combinational and sequential control; Minimization of logic equations; Ladder logic diagrams; Programmable logic controllers (PLCs); PLC components; Programming; I/O addresses; Timer and counters; PLC applications. Laboratory Experiment: There are two 2-hour laboratory sessions. Typical Experiments: 1. Sequential control using PLC. 2. Programming and control of gantry robot. 3. Motor control systems.


Lectures aim at providing students with an integrated knowledge required for the design and implementation of industrial automation systems. Tutorials aim at enhancing the analytical skills of the students. Examples on sensors, actuators, analog-to-digital conversion, interfacing and signal conditioning circuits, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), robot kinematics and economic justifications will be provided and analyzed. Students will be able to solve real-world problems using the knowledge they acquired in the class. Case study is used to allow students to deepen their knowledge on a specific topic through search of information, analysis of data and report writing (outcomes c and e). Experiments will provide the students with hand-on experience on developing logic controllers using PLCs, implementing and testing industrial automations systems. It also trains students in the analysis and presentation of experimental data.


a b c d e

Lecture

Tutorial

Case study

Experiment



% weighting


a b c d e

1. Class test 20 %

2. Homework 10 %

3. Laboratory 10 %

4. Case study report / presentation

10 %

5. Examination 50 %

Total 100 %


Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes: Overall Assessment: 0.5 End of Subject Examination + 0.5 Continuous Assessment Examination is adopted to assess students on the overall understanding and the ability of applying the concepts. It is supplemented by the tests, assignments and laboratory reports which provide timely feedbacks to both lecturers and students on various topics of the syllabus. Written report and oral presentation on a specific case study is used to assess the students’ knowledge in the selection of sensors and actuators in a certain industrial automation scenario.


Class contact:

Lecture 38 Hrs.



Reading and revision 38 Hrs.



Case study report 10 Hrs.



1. D. Shetty, and R.A. Kolk, Mechatronics System Design, PWS Publishing Company, latest edition.

2. D.M. Auslander and C.J. Kempf, Mechatronics - Mechanical System Interfacing, Prentice-Hall, Inc., latest edition.

3. W. Kleitz, Microprocessor and Microcontroller Fundamentals, Prentice-Hall, Inc., latest edition.

4. M.P. Groover, Automation, Production Systems, and Computer-Integrated Manufacturing, Prentice Hall, latest edition.



Subject Code ME4307

Subject Title Environmental Degradation of Materials

Credit Value 3

Level 4

Pre-requisite/

Co-requisite/

Exclusion

Pre-requisite: ME3302 Engineering Materials

Objectives 1. To provide students with the concepts and principles of environmental degradation of materials.

2. To provide students with the fundamental knowledge of protection and prevention technologies in systems design.

3. To provide students with the knowledge in material selection against environmental degradation for product development.

Intended Learning

Outcomes

Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Understand the basic forms of environmental degradation of engineering

structures and products. b. Identify typical causes of real mechanical structures and materials degradation. c. Analyze typical degradation problems in a quantitative way. d. Select appropriate and economical methods for protecting engineering structures

and materials against environmental degradation. e. Understand degradation of material and select appropriate materials against

environmental degradation for typical engineering systems and product design.

Subject Synopsis/

Indicative Syllabus

Significance of Environmental Degradation - Definitions and forms of environmental degradation; impacts and implications to economy and society. Surface Examination and Testing Techniques - Surface morphology, chemistry and structure examination techniques; surface mechanical testing techniques. Corrosion - Principles and basic theory of corrosion; effects of metal structures; forms of corrosion; corrosion rate determination; environmentally induced cracking; corrosive environment and prevention; hydrogen embrittlement; hydride formation and cracking; corrosive erosion, fretting and wear; preventive methods. Oxidation - Oxidation at elevated temperature; thermodynamics of oxidation; oxidation rate; effects of defects and alloying; coatings for oxidation protection. Environmental Degradation of Polymers - Typical polymer molecules; types of polymer degradation; photodegradation; biodegradation. Materials Selection and Design - Selection of alloys and other materials for corrosion prevention; considerations in preventive product/structure design.


Laboratory Experiments:

1. Examination of magnetic structure on a floppy disk using Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM).

2. Corrosion rate measurement on steel. 3. Measurement of oxidation rate of copper.

Teaching/Learning

Methodology

Lectures are used to deliver the basic knowledge in relation to the environmental degradation of materials (outcomes a to e). Tutorials are used to apply theoretical knowledge to practical situations (outcomes a to d). Project or case study is used to demonstrate the transfer of learning on specific topic through search of information, analysis of data and report writing (outcomes b to d). Experiments are used to relate the concepts to practical applications where students are exposed to hands-on experience, proper use of equipment and application of analytical skills on interpreting experimental results (outcomes c and e).


a b c d e

Lecture

Tutorial

Project / Case study

Experiment

Assessment Methods

in Alignment with

Intended Learning

Outcomes


% weighting


a b c d e

1. Examination 50 %

2. Assignment 30 %

3. Project / case study report

10 %


Total 100 % Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes: Overall Assessment: 0.5 End of Subject Examination + 0.5 Continuous Assessment Examination is adopted to assess students on the overall understanding and the ability of applying the concepts. It is supplemented by the assignments and laboratory reports as a continuous assessment which provides timely feedback to both lecturers and students on various topics of the syllabus. Written report on a specific project or case


study is used to assess the students’ knowledge on impact of environment on degradation of materials.

Student Study

Effort Required

Class contact:

Lecture 38 Hrs.



Assignment 12 Hrs.

Project/case study 10 Hrs.

Self-study 38 Hrs.


Reading List and

References

1. Samuel A. Bradford, Corrosion Control, Edmonton, Alberta: CASTI Publishing Inc., 2001.

2. Corrosion: Understanding the Basics, Materials Park, Ohio: ASM International, 2000.

3. Denny A. Jones, Principles and Prevention of Corrosion, Prentice Hall, 1996.


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Subject Code ME4308

Subject Title Automatic Control Systems

Credit Value 3

Level 4

Pre-requisite/

Co-requisite/

Exclusion

Pre-requisite: ME3107 Linear Systems and Control

Objectives 1. To provide students with a thorough understanding of controller design in time domain.

2. To provide students with a thorough treatment of compensators design in frequency domain.

3. To provide students with a thorough understanding of state-space modeling and analysis of dynamic control systems.

4. To provide students with a thorough understanding of feedback controller design using a state-space approach.

Intended Learning

Outcomes

Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Design controllers to satisfy the system requirements. b. Understand the concepts of system compensation in feedback control system. c. Determine the control parameters to satisfy the relative stability requirements of

a system given its transfer function or frequency response data. d. Design lead compensators, lag compensators and lag-lead compensators for

feedback control systems given the performance specifications such as the phase margin, gain margin and the static velocity error constant using Bode diagrams.

e. Model and analyze a dynamic system using a state-space approach for controller design.

f. Design feedback controller for plant or process using computer tools.

Subject Synopsis/

Indicative Syllabus

Time Domain Controller Design - Multi-mode controllers; Optimum controller settings; Ratio, cascade and feedforward control.

Frequency Domain Compensator Design - Nyquist criterion; Phase and gain margins; Multiple design constraints; Characteristics of lead, lag and lag-lead elements; Compensator design via Bode plots. State-Space Representation of Dynamic Systems - State variables of a dynamic system; State differential equations; State-space form equations from transfer functions; Canonical forms and decoupled systems; Relationship between eigenvalues and system poles. Control System Analysis Using State Variable Method - Direct numerical solution of state equation; Solution using state transition matrix; System stability; Controllability and observability.


Control System Design Using State Variable Method - State variable feedback; Direct calculation of gains by comparison with characteristic equation; Pole placement via control canonical form of state equations; Pole placement via Ackermann’s formula. Laboratory Experiments:

1. Twin-rotor control. 2. Inverted pendulum control. 3. DC servo control.

Teaching/Learning

Methodology

Lectures aim at providing students with an integrated knowledge required for understanding controller or compensator design, analyzing and designing state-space control systems (outcome a to e). Tutorials aim at enhancing the analytical skills of the students. Examples on time-domain controller design, frequency domain compensator design, state-space system representation, analysis and controller design are used to illustrate the application of integrated knowledge to solve real-world problems (outcome a to f). Experiments will provide the students with experience on the use of simulation tools for the computer-aided analysis and controller design of typical state-space dynamic systems. It also trains students in the measurement and instrumentation, the analysis and presentation of experimental data (outcome d to f).


a b c d e f

Lecture

Tutorial

Experiment

Assessment Methods

in Alignment with

Intended Learning

Outcomes


% weighting


a b c d e f

1. Examination 50 %

2. Test 25 %

3. Assignment 15 %


Total 100 % Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes: Overall Assessment: 0.5 End of Subject Examination + 0.5 Continuous Assessment


Examination is adopted to assess students on the overall understanding and the ability of applying the concepts. It is supplemented by the tests, assignments and laboratory reports which provide timely feedbacks to both lecturers and students on various topics of the syllabus.

Student Study

Effort Required

Class contact:

Lecture 38 Hrs.



Course work 26 Hrs.

Self-study 42 Hrs.


Reading List and

References

1. M. Gopal, Control Systems, Principles and Design, McGraw-Hill, 2008. 2. N.S. Nise, Control Systems Engineering, Wiley, 2008. 3. K. Ogata, Modern Control Engineering, Prentice Hall, 2010.



Subject Code ME4310

Subject Title Engineering Composites

Credit Value 3

Level 4


Pre-requisite: ME3303 Mechanics of Solids Exclusion: ME4305 Mechanics and Composites for Aircraft Structures ME4306 Thermoplastic and Composite Materials

Objectives 1. To provide students with knowledge of the mechanical behaviour of composite materials.

2. To provide students with understanding of the processing, fabrication and the influence of fabrication and environment on the properties of structural composites.

3. To be able to design with composite laminae or laminates so that students gain an appreciation of the wide design flexibility composites afford.


Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Have knowledge of the types and properties of composites used in engineering. b. Have knowledge in processing and fabrication of structural composites. c. Analyze the effects of various load or displacement boundary conditions by

applying laminate analysis to composite structures. d. Understand the differences in matrix materials and the implications for

composites as substitute materials in design to meet several competing requirements when monolithic components cannot.


Introduction to Engineering Composites - Classification and characteristics of composite materials. Mechanical behaviour of composite materials. Reinforcements. Matrix materials. Composite Interfaces - Fibre-matrix interfaces. Interfacial properties. Stress transfer through composite interfaces. Lamina Stress-strain Relationships - lamina and laminate theories. Transformation and prediction of elastic parameters. Load-deformation relationship. Analysis of Continuous Fibre-Reinforced Lamina and Laminates - Macromechanical behaviour of a lamina. Macromechanical behaviour of a laminate. Processing and Fabrication - Structural composites and their processing technology. Manufacture of laminated fibre-reinforced composite materials. Influence of fabrication and environment on properties.


Failures, Design, and Applications of Composites - Failure theories. Design optimization. Engineering applications of composites. Laboratory Experiments Typical experiments:

1. Manufacturing of composites 2. Tensile test of composites


Lectures are used to deliver the fundamental knowledge in relation to advanced composite materials (outcomes a to d). Tutorials are used to illustrate the application of fundamental knowledge to practical situations (outcomes a to d). Experiments are used to relate the concepts to practical applications and students are exposed to hand-on experience, proper use of equipment and application of analytical skills on interpreting experimental results (outcomes a and b).


a b c d

Lecture √ √ √ √

Tutorial √ √ √ √

Experiment √ √



% weighting


a b c d

1. Examination 60 % √ √ √ √

2. Assignment 20 % √ √ √ √

3. Test 10 % √ √ √


Total 100 %

Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes: Overall Assessment: 0.6 × End of Subject Examination + 0.4 × Continuous Assessment Examination is adopted to assess students on the overall understanding and the ability of applying the concepts. It is supplemented by the tests, assignments and laboratory reports which provide timely feedbacks to both lecturers and students on various topics of the syllabus.



Lecture 38 Hrs.



Course work 20 Hrs.

Self-study 42 Hrs.



1. Ronald F. Gibson, Principles of Composite Material Mechanics, McGraw-Hill International Editions, 1994.

2. C.T. Sun, Mechanics of Aircraft Structures, John Wiley & Sons, 1998. 3. Celine A. Mahieux, Environmental Degradation in Industrial Composites,

Elsevier, 2006 4. A. Brent Strong, Fundamentals of Composites Manufacturing-Materials,

Methods and Applications, Society of Manufacturing Engineers, 2008



Subject Code ME4405

Subject Title Environmental Noise

Credit Value 3

Level 4

Pre-requisite/

Co-requisite/

Exclusion

Pre-requisite: ME3406 Engineering Thermodynamics

Objectives 1. To teach the students a basic understanding of practical aspects in environmental noise.

2. To equip the students to use a range of available techniques for the measurement, assessment and prediction of noise due to transportation and industrial noise sources.

3. To examine the noise assessment methodology which correlate with human perception in the context of legal requirements in Hong Kong.

Intended Learning

Outcomes

Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Understand the simple sound fields and identify the noise sources and their respective

mitigation measures for road and rail traffic noise. b. Elucidate the various terms and factors involved in the evaluation of environmental

and occupational noise. c. Understand the fundamentals of room acoustics.

Subject Synopsis/

Indicative Syllabus

Fundamentals of Noise - Sound Pressure Levels and Sound Power Levels; Leq and Sound Exposure Level of Noise Events; Prediction and Measurement of a Simple Noise Source; Directivity effects. Basic Concepts of Sound Propagation Outdoors: Refraction, Scattering, Diffraction, and Absorption of Sound in Air; Attenuation of Sound over Ground; Noise Reduction by Barriers. Models for Room Acoustics; Reverberation time; Random incidence absorption coefficients; Noise from ventilation and air-conditioning systems; Fundamentals and techniques of sound insulation; Measurement and prediction of airborne and impact sound insulation; Noise ingression and emission from buildings. Transportation Noise - Sources of noise and their method of mitigation for road and railway vehicles; Models for predicting road, rail and aircraft noise; Use of the Calculation of Road Traffic Noise (CRTN) in the noise impact assessment for large infrastructure projects. Noise Assessment - Speech inference and noise annoyance criteria; Risks of hearing damages due to noise exposure; Noise criteria and noise ratings; Descriptors for determining human response to noise; Standards and legislations of controlling environmental noise in Hong Kong; Application of control noise permit in Hong Kong.


Laboratory Experiment

There are two two-hour laboratory sessions: 1. Outdoor traffic noise measurement 2. Classroom reverberation time measurement

Teaching/Learning

Methodology

Lectures are aimed at providing students with the knowledge of environmental noise and transportation noise for achieving the subject outcomes. Tutorials are aimed at enhancing students’ skills necessary for analyzing noise assessment method and legal requirement in Hong Kong. Laboratory experiments are conducted to improve students’ ability to apply their knowledge to implement real engineering systems.


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Outcomes


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a b c

1. Class test 25 %

2. Homework 5 %

3. Experiment 5 %

4. Report 15 %

5. Examination 50 %

Total 100 % Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes: Overall Assessment: 0.5 End of Subject Examination + 0.5 Continuous Assessment Examination is adopted to assess students on the overall understanding and the ability of applying the concepts. It is supplemented by the tests, assignments and laboratory reports which provide timely feedbacks to both lecturers and students on various topics of the syllabus. Written reports on specific projects/case studies are used to assess the students’ knowledge in contemporary road noise traffic prediction method and control, and room noise control.


Student Study

Effort Required

Class contact:

Lecture 38 Hrs.





Laboratory report/ Project Report 22 Hrs.


Reading List and

References

1. M.J. Crocker, (Ed.), Handbook of Acoustics, John Wiley & Sons, 1998. 2. P.M. Nelson, (Ed.), Transportation Noise Reference Book, Butterworths, 1987. 3. The Open University Press, Unit 11-13, T234 Environmental Control and Public Health,

The Open University, 1988. (Reprint) 4. The Open University Press, Noise Block, T334 Environmental Monitoring and Control,

The Open University, 1990. (Reprint with amendments). 5. Engineering noise control: theory and practice, Spon Press/Taylor & Francis, 2009. 6. Calculation of road traffic noise, Harlow, England : Addison Wesley Longman, 1996. 7. http://www.epd.gov.hk/epd/noise_education/web/ENG_EPD_HTML/m3/ordinance_7

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Subject Code ME4406

Subject Title Noise Abatement and Control

Credit Value 3

Level 4

Pre-requisite/

Co-requisite/

Exclusion

Pre-requisite: ME3406 Engineering Thermodynamics ME3407 Fluid Mechanics

Objectives 1. To understand the elementary noise sources, and the method to identify and analyze the type of noise source in practical engineering problems.

2. To learn the state-of-the-art noise abatement technology, which at the present includes dissipative, reactive and active methods.

3. To solve a problem in noise abatement and control engineering by using appropriate design tools.

Intended Learning

Outcomes

Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Understand the physics of sound wave propagation in different medium. b. Understand the difference between transmission loss, insertion loss and related

concepts, and choose appropriate evaluation criterion for a given problem which can be either duct noise or room acoustics application.

c. Design elementary reactive muffler and absorptive duct lining, e.g. Helmholz resonator and expansion chamber, by analytical method and understand the assumptions involved in the analytical theory.

Subject Synopsis/

Indicative Syllabus

Noise Sources and Control Strategy - Sound and its energy flux, intensity measurements for source identification. Elementary noise source mechanisms, categorization of actual noise sources in transport, product and other applications. Flow induced noise sources. Overview of control strategy for different frequency ranges.

Sound Reflection - Propagation and decay of duct acoustics modes, sound reflection by expansion chamber, and acoustic admittance of pipe systems, Helmholtz resonator, quarter-wavelength resonator, numerical simulation of reactive silencers. Sound Absorption - Characteristics of sound propagation in porous materials, empirical formulas and numerical modelling of sound absorption materials, grazing incident sound, and performance of duct lining.

Active Noise Control - Destructive interference, sensors, actuators and controllers, concept of feedback and feedforward control. Room Acoustic Control - Basic concepts of room acoustic modes, sound and vibration transmission in buildings, measurement of transmissions, basic techniques of sound and vibration insulation.


Mini Project - This involves the use of numerical and/or experimental methods for noise abatement in a realistic application. Laboratory Experiment

There is one 1-hour laboratory session: Typical experiment: 1. Helmholz resonator 2. Expansion chamber

Teaching/Learning

Methodology

Lectures are aimed at providing students with the knowledge of acoustics and noise control for achieving the subject outcomes. Tutorials are aimed at enhancing students’ skills necessary for analyzing and designing the noise control method. Laboratory experiments are conducted to improve students’ ability to apply their knowledge to implement real engineering systems. The mini project is to develop the students’ interest and curiosity in the design of noise control method.


a b c

Lecture

Tutorial

Experiment

Assessment Methods

in Alignment with

Intended Learning

Outcomes


% weighting


a b c

1. Class test 20 %

2. Homework 20 %

3. Laboratory 10 %

4. Examination 50 %

Total 100 % Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes: Overall Assessment: 0.5 End of Subject Examination + 0.5 Continuous Assessment Examination is adopted to assess students on understanding and the ability to apply the concepts. It is supplemented by the class test, homework and laboratory reports which provide timely feedbacks to both lecturers and students on various topics of the syllabus.


Student Study

Effort Required

Class contact:

Lecture 38 Hrs.







Reading List and

References

1. A.D. Pierce, Acoustics: an Introduction to its Physical Principles and Applications, Acoustical Society of America, Woodbury, N.Y., 1989.

2. A.P. Dowling and J.E. Ffowcs Williams, Sound and Sources of Sound, Chichester: E. Horwood, 1983.

3. L.L. Beranek, Noise and Vibration Control Engineering: Principles and Applications, Wiley, 1992.

4. D.A. Bies and C.H. Hansen, Engineering Noise Control: Theory and Practice, E & FN Spon, 1996.



Subject Code ME4407

Subject Title Principles of Sound and Vibration

Credit Value 3

Level 4



Objectives 1. To teach the underlying physics of the origin of sound, wave propagation, and the measurement of sound and vibration.

2. To lay a solid foundation for further studies in all major aspects of noise and vibration control engineering.


Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Understand the physics of sound propagation in duct and room. b. Calculate the coefficients of 1D sound reflection and transmission through a

junction and a flat interface of acoustic media. c. Understand the mechanisms of basic measurement devices for sound and

vibration.


Fundamentals of Sound - Fluid compressibility, wave equation, sound pressure level and sound power, addition of sounds of different frequencies, octave bands and one-third octave bands, conservation of acoustic energy flux at the absence of a mean flow. Vibration of Continuous Systems - Vibration of string, rod, beams and plates; energy transmission through structures, natural modes, free and forced vibrations. Sources of Sound - Radiation of sound by pistons (1D, 2D), impedance, radiation efficiency, monopole and dipole, critical frequency, sound radiation by 2D structures. Sound Propagation - Single travelling wave and properties of standing wave, reflection of sound at pipe junctions and at interface of two media. Sound and Vibration Measurement - Measuring systems, microphones, sound level meters, background noise, measurement of sound intensity, reverberation time and absorption coefficient; accelerometers, calibration and mounting of accelerometers; shakers, hammers, force transducers and amplifiers; damping measurement, experimental modal analysis. Laboratory measurement: 1. Sound propagation in anechoic chamber 2. Impedance tube measurement 3. Experimental modal analysis of a vibrating beam 4. Traffic noise measurement



Lectures are aimed at providing students with the knowledge of acoustics and vibration. (outcomes a to c). Tutorials are aimed at enhancing students’ skills necessary for analyzing the physics of sound and vibration system (outcomes a and b). Laboratory experiments are conducted to improve students’ ability to apply their knowledge to implement real engineering systems (outcomes b and c).


a b c

Lecture

Tutorial

Experiment



% weighting


a b c

1. Class test 10 %

2. Homework 20 %


4. Examination 50 %

Total 100 %

Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes: Overall Assessment: 0.5 End of Subject Examination + 0.5 Continuous Assessment Examination is used to assess students on the overall understanding and the ability of applying the knowledge. It is supplemented by tests, assignments and laboratory reports which provide timely feedbacks to both lecturers and students.


Class contact:

Lecture 38 Hrs.









1. L.E. Kinsler, et al., Fundamentals of Acoustics, Wiley, 2nd Edition, 1982. 2. M.P. Norton, Fundamentals of Noise and Vibration Analysis for Engineers,

Cambridge University Press, 1989. 3. H. Benaroya, Mechanical Vibration: Analysis, Uncertainties and Control,

Prentice-Hall, 1998.



Subject Code ME4409

Subject Title Engine Technology

Credit Value 3

Level 4



Objectives 1. To teach the students fundamental concepts and applications of engine technology.

2. To teach the students basic knowledge of engine fuels, and its related combustion and emissions.


Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Understand the general knowledge of engine components and terminology

worldwide. b. Understand and evaluate physical parameters of engine design and operating

characteristics. c. Apply the knowledge of air-standard and real air-fuel engine cycles. d. Apply the knowledge of thermochemistry and fuels. e. Understand the general principles of engine combustion, emissions controls and

standards.


Introduction - Historical perspective of engines. Engine classifications. Terminology and abbreviations. Engine components. Basic engine cycles. Engine Design and Operating Characteristics - Engine parameters. Indicated work per cycle. Mean effective pressure. Brake torque and power. Dynamometers. Air-fuel and fuel-air ratios. Specific fuel consumption. Fuel efficiencies. Volumetric efficiency. Specific emissions and emission index. Relationships between performance parameters. Engine design and performance data. Noise abatement. Engine Cycles - Air-standard cycles. Otto Cycle. Diesel cycle. Dual cycle. Comparison of Otto, Diesel and Dual cycles. Real air-fuel engine cycles. Thermochemistry and Fuels - Thermochemistry. Gasoline, diesel and alternative fuels. Engine Combustion and Emissions - Spark ignition engine combustion, ignition and burning rate analysis. Compression engine combustion, fuel injection, ignition delay and combustion rates. Engine emissions controls and standards.



Lectures are used to deliver the fundamental knowledge in relation to internal combustion engines (outcomes a to e). Tutorials are used to illustrate the application of fundamental knowledge to practical situations (outcomes a to e).


a b c d e

Lecture

Tutorial



% weighting


a b c d e

1. Examination 50 %

2. Test 35 %

3. Assignment 15 %

Total 100 %

Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes: Overall Assessment: 0.5 End of Subject Examination + 0.5 Continuous Assessment Examination is adopted to assess students on the overall understanding and the ability of applying the concepts. It is supplemented by tests and assignments which provide timely feedbacks to both lecturers and students on various topics of the syllabus.


Class contact:

Lecture 38 Hrs.

Tutorial 4 Hrs.


Course work 28 Hrs.

Self study 42 Hrs.



1. C.R. Ferguson and A.T. Kirkpatrick, Internal Combustion Engines, 2nd Edition, John Wiley & Sons Inc., 2001.

2. J.C. Guibet, Fuels and Engines- Technology, Energy and Environment, Vol. 1 & 2, Technip, Paris, 1999.

3. W.W. Pulkrabek, Engineering Fundamnetals of the Internal Combustion Engine, 2nd Edition, Prentice Hall, 2004.



Subject Code ME4411

Subject Title Air Conditioning for Indoor Thermal and Environmental Quality

Credit Value 3

Level 4



Objectives 1. To teach the students fundamental concepts and applications of air conditioning engineering.

2. To teach the students fundamental knowledge of indoor thermal and environmental quality.

3. To teach the students fundamental concepts and applications of refrigeration engineering.


Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Appreciate and understand the concept and components of air conditioning and

refrigeration systems and applications. b. Apply the general knowledge of indoor thermal comfort and environmental health. c. Apply the knowledge of moist air properties and conditioning processes. d. Apply the knowledge of heat transmissions in building envelope. e. Understand and evaluate the physical parameters which have important effects on

both the heat gain and heat loss of a building. f. Apply the knowledge of heating and cooling loads required for a building. g. Identify the refrigerant properties and safety group classification. h. Apply the knowledge of refrigeration systems and cycles.


Introduction of Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Systems and Applications - Basic components of air conditioning and refrigeration systems. The complete air conditioning system. Central mechanical equipment. All-air systems, air-and-water systems, all-water systems. Unitary air conditioners. Heat pumps. Heat recovery systems. Thermal storage. Indoor Thermal Comfort and Environmental Health - Physiological considerations. Thermal comfort indices and conditions. Hot and humid, and extreme cold environments. Indoor Environmental Health - Terminology and standards. Health sciences. The basic concerns of indoor air quality (IAQ). Prediction of indoor air quality model. Physical agents. Methods to control contaminants. Gas and particulate removal applications.


Moist Air Properties and Conditioning Processes - Moist air and standard atmosphere. Fundamental parameters. Adiabatic saturation. Wet bulb temperature and the Psychrometric chart. Space air conditioning- design and off-design conditions.

Space Heating and Cooling Loads - Outdoor and Indoor design conditions. Heat transmission in building structures. Infiltration. Heat losses from air ducts. Auxiliary heat sources. Supply air for space heating. Source media for space heating. Heat gain, cooling load and heat extraction rate. Solar radiation. Outside and interior surface heat balance. Fenestration. Internal heat gains. Zone air heat balance. Implementation of the heat balance method. Radiant time series method. Supply air quantities.

Refrigeration - Refrigerants. Mechanical vapour-compression refrigeration cycles. Modifications to basic cycles. Reciprocating compressors. Cooling towers.


Lectures are used to deliver the fundamental knowledge in air conditioning systems included both heating and refrigeration systems, and their relationships with the indoor air quality. Homework assignments are used to relate the concepts into practical systems. The questions are based on the daily life air conditioning systems and equipments. Both calculation and discussion type problems are included in the assignments. A project is used to illustrate the approach and methodology for solving the complex indoor air conditioning and thermal problems.


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Examination is adopted to assess students on the overall understanding and the ability of applying the concepts. It is supplemented by the homework assignments. The mid-term test which covers the first half of the course material provides useful feedback to both lecturer and the students on the topics. The project is used to help the students to have experiences on solving practical engineering problem.



Class contact:

Lecture 38 Hrs.

Project 4 Hrs.


Course work 28 Hrs.

Self-study 35 Hrs.



1. ASHRAE Handbooks on Fundamentals 2001, Refrigeration 2002, HVAC Applications 2003 and HVAC Systems and Equipment 2004.

2. F.C. McQuiston, J.D. Parker and J.D. Spitler, Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning- Analysis and Design, John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 6th edition, 2004.

3. B. Stein and J.S. Reynolds, Mechanical and Electrical Equipment for Buildings, John Wiley & Sons, 9th edition, 2000.



Subject Code ME4413

Subject Title Heat and Mass Transfer

Credit Value 3

Level 4


Pre-requisite: ME3406 Engineering Thermodynamics ME3407 Fluid Mechanics

Objectives 1. To teach students the three modes of heat transfer and the evaluation techniques of heat conduction, convection and radiation.

2. To teach student the principle of numerical methods in heat transfer. 3. To teach students the fundamentals in mass transfer, concentration and law of

diffusion.


Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Understand the concept of thermal resistance and the evaluation techniques of

heat conduction through parallel slabs and composite cylindrical tubes. b. Design different types of fins and heat exchangers. c. Understand forced and free convective heat transfer around plates, cylinders and

spheres. d. Apply the heat transfer equations to steady and unsteady conditions using

numerical techniques. e. Understand basic equations in mass transfer.


Introduction - Conduction, convection and radiation. Fourier's law. Newton's law of cooling. Conduction - The plane wall. Insulation and thermal resistance. Radial systems. The overall heat transfer coefficient. Critical thickness of insulation. Heat-Source systems. Cylinder with heat sources. Heat transfer from extended surfaces. Unsteady conduction in slab or cylinder, Lumped-heat-capacity method. Forced and Free Convection - Governing equation for the boundary layer. Fluid and thermal boundary layer. The relation between fluid friction and heat transfer. Flow over a flat plate. Flow across cylinders and spheres. Heat transfer in laminar tube flow with constant temperature and constant heat flux. Heat transfer coefficients for free convection of plates and cylinders. Numerical Simulation - General differential equations for heat conduction. Energy balance method. Finite-difference solutions for differential equations of heat conduction. Explicit and implicit methods. Grid shape and size. Gauss-Seidel iteration. Accuracy and stability.


Heat Exchanger - Heat exchanger types. The overall heat transfer coefficient. Heat exchanger analysis: Use of the Log Mean Temperature Difference, parallel and counterflow heat exchangers. Heat exchanger analysis: The Effectiveness-NTU Method. Radiation - Black body and grey body. Absorptivity and emissivity. View factors. Irradiation and radiosity. Radiation exchange in a grey enclosure. Mass Transfer - Basic equations in mass transfer. Analogy between heat and mass transfer. Mass diffusion. Boundary conditions. Steady mass diffusion through a wall. Water vapour migration in buildings. Cooling Towers.


Lectures are used to deliver the fundamental knowledge in relation to heat transfer and mass transfer. Tutorials will be conducted in small groups to facilitate discussions.


a b c d e

Lecture

Tutorial



% weighting


a b c d e

1. Assignment 15 %

2. Test 15 %

3. Examination 70 %

Total 100 %

Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes: Overall Assessment: 0.70 End of Subject Examination + 0.30 Continuous Assessment Assignments will be used to assess students’ learning on principles of heat and mass transfer in solving engineering problems and using numerical methods in solving such problems. Tests will be conducted to assess students’ learning on heat and mass transfer. Examination will be conducted to assess students’ learning on principles and applications of heat and mass transfer.



Class contact:

Lecture 34 Hrs.

Tutorial 8 Hrs.


Performing assignment 40 Hrs.




1. Yunus A. Cengel, Robert H. Turner, John M. Cimbala, Fundamentals of Thermal-Fluid Sciences, 3rd Edition, McGraw-Hill, 2008

2. F. Mills, Basic Heat and Mass Transfer, 2nd Edition, Prentice Hall, 1999 3. J. P. Holman, Heat Transfer, 10th Edition, McGraw Hill, 2010



Subject Code ME4414

Subject Title Fluids Engineering

Credit Value 3

Level 4


Pre-requisite: ME3407 Fluid Mechanics

Objectives 1. To teach students the principle of rotodynamic machines applied to fan design. 2. To teach students to the phenomena of flows around cylinders and the

applications in flow-induced vibrations 3. To teach students to the phenomena of flows around spherical particles and the

applications in environmental engineering. 4. To teach students the basic theory and applications of computational fluid

dynamics (CFD).


Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Understand the principle of rotodynamic machines applied to fan design. b. Understand the characteristics and performance of different type of centrifugal

fans and axial flow fans. c. Design centrifugal fans and axial flow fans for different applications. d. Understand the phenomena of flows around cylinders and spheres for different

Reynolds number and the resulting force characteristics. e. Apply the knowledge in flow around cylinders and sphere in flow induced

vibration and environmental protection devices. f. Understand basic theory in computational fluid dynamics.


Fluid Machinery - Classification. Pumps, fans, compressors and turbines. Energy equation. Euler equation. Centrifugal Fans - Velocity triangles. Radial entry. Blade angles. Dimensionless coefficients. Reaction effect. Characteristics for infinite number of blades. Finite number of blades. Slip formulae and losses. Efficiencies. Actual fan characteristics for backward, radial & forward bladed fans. Fan laws. Design of impeller and volute. Case study. Axial Flow Fans - Aerofoil lift/drag coefficients and angle of attack. Carpet Plot of fan blades. Ideal cascade flows. Relation of lift coefficient with blade solidity and flow deflection angle. Pressure rise. Free vortex design. Circular arc camber line and stagger angle. Aerofoil blades with losses. Velocity diagrams and pressure for different axial flow fans. Fan operation and system. Fans in series and in parallel. Operational instability and temperature effects. Design illustration.


Flows around Cylinders - Effect of Reynolds numbers. Flow separations. Vortex shedding. Pressure coefficients. Mean & fluctuating forces. Velocity distributions: Prandtl's mixing length model. Flow-induced vibrations. Multi-cylinders. Effects of interference on flow field. Control of vortex induced vibrations. Flows around Spheres - Forces in particle flows. Stokes’ law. Trajectory modelling. Terminal velocity. Pressure variation. Gas-solid separation. Gravity settling and centrifugal separation. Cyclone. Velocity Distribution. Flows through packed particles. Fluidization. Ergun’s equation. Introduction to CFD - General approaches. Pre-processing. Mesh generation. Governing equations (Solver). Post-processing. Solutions of ODE by Runge-Kutta methods: one-dimensional motion of flying objects. Introduction to Finite difference method: Difference equation for Elliptic equations, Parabolic equations, and Wave equations. Introduction to Finite volume method. Introduction to Finite element methods for fluid flow. Commercial packages: Finite element, finite difference and finite volume solvers: FLUENT, CFX etc. Laboratory Experiments: There are 2 two-hour laboratory sessions: Typical experiments: 1. Performance of centrifugal fans. 2. Fluidization and Cyclone experiments.


Lectures are used to deliver the fundamental knowledge in relation to fans, flows around cylinders and spheres, CFD (outcomes a to f). Tutorials are used to illustrate the application of fundamental knowledge to practical situations (outcomes a to f). Project or case study is used to allow students to deepen their knowledge and software applications on CFD such as FLUENT (outcome f). Experiments are used to relate the concepts to practical applications and students are exposed to hand-on experience, proper use of equipment and application of analytical skills on interpreting experimental results (outcomes b and d).


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2. Test 25 % √ √ √ √ √

3. Assignment 15 % √ √ √ √ √ √


5. Mini-project report 5 % √

Total 100 %

Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes: Overall Assessment: 0.5 End of Subject Examination + 0.5 Continuous Assessment Examination is adopted to assess students on the overall understanding and the ability of applying the concepts. It is supplemented by the tests, assignments and laboratory reports which provide timely feedbacks to both lecturers and students on various topics of the syllabus. Written report and oral presentation on a specific CFD project is used to assess the students’ knowledge and applications of commercial package such as FLUENT.


Class contact:

Lecture 38 Hrs.



Assignment, Laboratory report, Mini-project 20 Hrs.

Self-study 40 Hrs.



1. Darby, R., Chemical Engineering Fluid Mechanics, Marcel Dekker Inc., latest edition.

2. Zdravkovich, M.M., Flow around Circular Cylinders, Oxford University Press, latest version.

3. Shaw, C.T., Using Computational Fluid Dynamics, Prentice Hall, latest edition. 4. Wallis, R.A., Axial Flow Fans and Ducts, John-Wiley, latest edition. 5. Osborne, W.C., Fans, Pergamon, latest edition.



Subject Code ME4415

Subject Title Combustion and Pollution Control

Credit Value 3

Level 4

Pre-requisite/

Co-requisite/

Exclusion

Pre-requisite: ME3406 Engineering Thermodynamics Exclusion: ME4401 Emission and Pollution Control ME4404 Combustion Applications

Objectives 1. To understand fundamental concepts of combustion phenomena and emissions in utilising different fuels.

2. To understand the formation and control of air pollutants. 3. To understand the mathematical models of air pollutant dispersion.

Intended Learning

Outcomes

Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Understand the fundamental knowledge of thermodynamics and chemical

kinetics of combustion. b. Apply the general principles of combustion of fuels. c. Explain the mechanisms leading to the formation of different air pollutants. d. Understand the methods and principles of reducing air pollution. e. Select appropriate methods for controlling air pollution. f. Determine the air pollutant concentration and dispersion from source(s).

Subject Synopsis/

Indicative Syllabus

Thermodynamics and Chemical Kinetics of Combustion - Application of First Law of Thermodynamics. Reactant and product gaseous mixtures. Enthalpy of combustion. Adiabatic flame temperatures. Chemical and partial equilibrium. Global versus elementary reaction rates. Chemical time scales. Preignition kinetics. Global and quasi-global mechanisms. Nitrogen oxide kinetics. Combustion of Gaseous and Vaporised Fuels - Laminar and turbulent premixed flames. Diffusion flames. Mechanisms of flame stabilisation. Explosion limits. Mechanisms of quenching, flammability and ignition. Combustion of Liquid Fuels - Spray formation. Size distribution. Fuel injectors. Spray dynamics. Vaporisation of single droplet.

Air Pollutants and Their Formation - Formation of carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, unburnt hydrocarbon, soot and particulates. Measurement techniques and quantification of air pollutants. Fuels and Emissions - Gasoline and diesel fuels. LPG, natural gas and biodiesel as alternative fuels. Oxygenated fuels. Effect of sulphur contents on diesel emissions.


Aftertreatment for Motor Vehicle and Power Plant Emissions - Two and three way catalysts. Cyclones, precipitators, filters and traps, evaluation of capturing efficiency. Scrubbers for flue gas desulphurisation. NOx reduction. Advanced aftertreatment devices/systems. Introduction to Air Pollutant Dispersion - Chimneys, inversions and the atmosphere. Air pollutant concentration and dispersion from motor vehicles and chimneys. Street canyon effect.

Laboratory Experiments

1. Flame stability 2. Diesel engine emissions

Teaching/Learning

Methodology

The continuous assessment and examination are aimed at providing students with integrated knowledge required for combustion and pollution control. (outcomes a to f).


a b c d e f

1. Lecture/Tutorial

2. Homework assignment/ Laboratory report

Assessment Methods

in Alignment with

Intended Learning

Outcomes


% weighting


a b c d e f

1. Homework assignment/ Laboratory report

30 %

2. Test and tutorial 20 %

3. Examination 50 %

Total 100 % Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes: Overall Assessment: 0.5 End of Subject Examination + 0.5 Continuous Assessment 1. The continuous assessment will comprise two components: homework

assignments/laboratory report (30%) and tests & tutorials (20%). The homework assignments/laboratory report and tests are aimed at evaluating the progress of students study, assisting them in fulfilling the respective subject learning outcomes, and enhancing the integration of their knowledge learnt. The laboratory report is also aimed at assessing students to apply their learnt knowledge, and enhancing the report writing skills and team-work spirit of the students.

2. The examination (50%) will be used to assess the knowledge acquired by the

students for understanding and analyzing the problems critically and


independently; as well as to determine the degree of achieving the subject learning outcomes.

Student Study

Effort Required

Class contact:

Lecture 36 Hrs.



Self-study/coursework 64 Hrs.


Reading List and

References

1. G.L. Borman and K.W. Ragland, Combustion Engineering, McGraw-Hill, latest edition.

2. S.R. Turns, An Introduction to Combustion- Concepts and Applications, McGraw-Hill, latest edition.

3. R.J. Heinsohn and R.L. Kabel, Sources and Control of Air Pollution, Prentice Hall, latest edition.

4. N.D. Nevers, Air Pollution Control Engineering, McGraw-Hill, latest edition.



Subject Code ME4502

Subject Title Aircraft Systems

Credit Value 3

Level 4

Pre-requisite/

Co-requisite/

Exclusion


Objectives To develop students’ knowledge of the components and operating principles of essential mechanical and electrical systems in civil transport aircraft.

Intended Learning

Outcomes

Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Demonstrate a good understanding of the principles of flight control. b. Derive transmission and propulsive efficiencies for an aircraft engine. c. Explain the need for transfer and booster pumps in the fuel systems of high-

performance aircraft and estimate the maximum take-off weight. d. Identify the flight control and utility functions to be considered in the design of

an aircraft hydraulic system. e. Explain the major electrical loads and the characteristics of modern aircraft

electrical system. f. Describe the relationship of engine bleed air with major aircraft systems. g. Explain the need for cabin and avionics conditioning and outline recent advances

in aircraft environmental control system design. h. Explain the design philosophy and objectives of aircraft emergency systems.

Subject Synopsis/

Indicative Syllabus

Flight Control Systems - Principles of flight control. Primary and secondary flight controls.

Powerplant - Fuel efficiency. Effect of specific thrust. Specific fuel consumption and flight speed. Engine cycle and performance.

Fuel Systems - Characteristics of aircraft fuel systems. Fuel system components. Aircraft mass and payload. Hydraulic Systems - Flight control and utility functions. Emergency power sources. Landing-gear system. Braking and anti-skid. Electrical systems - Characteristics of civil aircraft electrical system. Electrical loads. Emergency power generation.

Pneumatic systems - Pitot-static systems. Use of engine bleed air. Bleed air control. Thrust reversers. Environmental Control Systems - The need for cabin and equipment conditioning.


Environmental control system design. Air distribution systems. Cabin pressurization.

Emergency Systems - Warning systems. Fire detection and suppression. Emergency oxygen. Explosion suppression. Passenger evacuation.

Teaching/Learning

Methodology

Lectures are used to deliver the fundamental knowledge in relation to various aircraft systems (outcomes a to h).

Tutorials are used to illustrate the application of fundamental knowledge to practical situations (outcomes a to h).

Industrial visits and special seminars delivered by invited industrial professionals are used to relate the concepts learnt on class to engineering practices. Students are expected to achieve better understanding of aircraft systems (outcomes e and g).


Outcomes

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Intended Learning

Outcomes


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2. Assignment and test 40 % √

3. Industrial field visit and visit report, report for special seminar

10 %

Total 100 % Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes: Overall Assessment: 0.5 × End of Subject Examination + 0.5× Continuous Assessment Examination is adopted to assess students on the overall understanding and the ability of applying the concepts. It is supplemented by continuous assessment including assignments, closed-book tests, industrial visits and special seminars which provide timely feedbacks to both lecturers and students on various topics of the syllabus. In particular, the assignments are aimed at assisting the students in preparation for the examination and checking the study progress. The reports for field visits and special seminars are aimed at enhancing the students’ comprehension and assimilation of various topics of the syllabus.


Student Study

Effort Required

Class contact:

Lecture 38 Hrs.

Tutorial 4 Hrs.


Course work 20 Hrs.

Self-study 42 Hrs.


Reading List and

References

1. The Rolls-Royce Book of the Jet Engine, latest edition, Rolls-Royce Ltd. 2. SAE Aerospace Information Report 5005, Aerospace – Commercial Aircraft

Hydraulic Systems, issue March 2000. 3. I. Moir amd A.G. Seabridge, Design and Development of Aircraft Systems – An

Introduction, First Edition, AIAA Education Series, 2004.



Subject Code ME4503

Subject Title Aviation Systems

Credit Value 3

Level 4


Pre-requisite: AMA296 Mathematics II or AMA294 Mathematics II

Objectives 1. To provide an overview of aviation systems to a student that has an interest in the development of careers in aviation.

2. To develop students’ understanding of the aviation industry, which comprises various supporting unit systems, operating within one framework to achieve the global objectives of air transport safety and security and the unit-system objectives of operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

3. To develop students’ understanding of the up-to-date operational concepts, technology applications and practices.


Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Explain the relationship among major aviation systems and to identify future

directions of the industry, taking account of national and global events within and outside the industry.

b. Demonstrate an understanding of air traffic management, flight standards and airworthiness services provided by regulatory bodies.

c. Understand the management operations of an international airline. d. Understand the logistics issues to be considered in the future development of the

Hong Kong International Airport. e. Explain the key role and future plan of the Government Flying Service. f. Identify the quality assurance procedures adopted in aircraft maintenance

organizations within Hong Kong and China. g. Identify the environmental impacts of aviation-related activities. h. Analyze the activities of various local aviation organizations in the promotion of

an aviation culture in Hong Kong.


Aviation Systems - An overview of the relationship among major aviation systems such as civil aviation authorities, airlines, airports and aviation organizations. Civil Aviation Administration - Air service agreements. Air traffic management. Search and rescue. Provision of ground and flight operations support. Flight standards. Aviation safety and accident investigation. Managing Airline Operations - Flight planning and operations. Training of flight crew, aircraft engineers and technical support staff. Management of engineering operations. Flight simulator training.


Airport Management - Organization structure of the Hong Kong Airport Authority. Passenger and air cargo terminal operations. Provisions for general aviation activities. Government Flying Service - Role of Government Flying Service: Search and rescue, air ambulance, police support, fire fighting, aerial survey, and general SAR Government support. Helicopter and fixed-wing aircraft maintenance. Aircraft Maintenance - Quality assurance of aircraft maintenance. Aircraft modifications. Engine testing. Aviation and the Environment - Aircraft noise and abatement policy. Air pollution and fuel usage. Other Local Aviation Organizations - Hong Kong Air Cadet Corps. Hong Kong Historical Aircraft Association. Hong Kong Air Traffic Control Association. Hong Kong Aviation Club. Aviation Development Council. Guild of Air Pilots and Navigators.


Lectures are used to deliver the fundamental knowledge in relation to various aspects of aviation systems (outcomes a to h). Tutorials are used to illustrate the application of fundamental knowledge to practical situations (outcomes a to h). Group mini-projects are used to allow students to deepen their knowledge on a specific topic through search of information, analysis of data and report writing (outcomes a, c and h). Industrial visits and special seminars delivered by invited industrial professionals are used to relate the concepts learnt on class to engineering practices. Students are expected to achieve better understanding of various aspects of aviation systems (outcomes a, b, c, e, f and h).


Outcomes

a b c d e f g h

Lecture √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √

Tutorial √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √

Mini-project √ √ √

Industrial field visit and special seminar

√ √ √ √ √ √




% weighting


a b c d e f g h

1. Assignment 30 %

2. Group mini-project (including presentation and report)

50 % √ √ √

3. Industrial field visit and visit report, report for special seminar

20 % √ √ √ √ √ √

Total 100 %

Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes: Overall Assessment: 1.0 Continuous Assessment The assessment of the subject is fully based on continuous assessment, including assignments, group mini-projects, industrial visits and special seminars on various topics of the syllabus. In particular, the assignments are aimed at assisting the students in preparation for the examination and checking the study progress. Group mini-project is aimed at assessing the students’ capacities of self-learning and problem-solving and communication skill in English. The reports for field visits and special seminars are aimed at enhancing the students’ comprehension and assimilation of various topics of the syllabus.


Class contact:

Lecture 38 Hrs.

Tutorial 4 Hrs.


Course work 20 Hrs.

Self-study 42 Hrs.



1. Richard De Neufville. Airport Systems: Planning, Design, and Management, McGraw-Hill, 2003.

2. Alexander T. Wells and Seth B. Young, Airport Planning and Management, 5th Ed. McGraw-Hill, 2004.

3. Jon D. Fricker and Robert K. Whitford, Fundamentals of Transportation Engineering: A Multimodel Systems Approach, Prentice-Hall, 2004.

4. ICAO Journal, International Civil Aviation Organization. 5. Aviation Week and Space Technology, McGraw-Hill.



Subject Code ME4504

Subject Title Aircraft Maintenance Engineering

Credit Value 3

Level 4


Pre-requisite: AMA296 Mathematics II or AMA294 Mathematics II

Objectives 1 To teach students the fundamental principles of reliability and maintenance engineering.

2 To teach students practical knowledge of mandatory airworthiness requirements and aircraft maintenance.


Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Demonstrate a good understanding of aircraft equipment failures and model

random failures with statistical distributions. b. Improve aircraft system reliability through multiple redundancy. c. Explain major types of aircraft maintenance activities. d. Demonstrate the ability to deal with component failure interactions. e. Explain the characteristics of major risk evaluation methods and the application

of human factors in aircraft maintenance. f. Understand the need for aircraft maintenance programme management.


Reliability and Rates of Failure - Reliability characterizations. The Bathtub curve. Random failures. The exponential distribution. Time-dependent failure rates. The Weibull distribution. The Poisson distribution. Redundancy - Parallel components. Single redundancy. Multiple redundancy. Independent failure modes. Common-mode failures. Series-parallel configurations. Linked configurations. Maintained Systems - Preventive maintenance. Idealized and imperfect maintenance. Corrective maintenance. Availability and maintainability. Constant repair rates. Condition-based maintenance. Failure Interactions - Markov Analysis. Reliability with standby systems. Standby redundancy. Risk Analysis & Error Reduction in Aircraft Maintenance - Fault tree analysis. Failure mode and effect analysis. SHEL model. Reason’s model. Aircraft Maintenance Programme Management - MSG 3 analysis. Aircraft repair and overhaul services. Optimisation of maintenance programmes. Low utilization programmes. Maintenance programme management. Modification and continued airworthiness aspects.


Case Studies (Typical examples) - UA Flight 2311, AA Flight 191, etc.


Lectures are used to deliver the fundamental knowledge in relation to reliability engineering and aircraft maintenance (outcomes a to f). Tutorials are used to illustrate the application of fundamental knowledge to practical situations (outcomes a to f). Project or case study is used to allow students to deepen their knowledge on a specific topic through search of information, analysis of data and report writing (outcomes e and f).


a b c d e f

Lecture √ √ √ √ √ √

Tutorial √ √ √ √ √ √

Project/case study √ √



% weighting


a b c d e f

1. Assignment 15 %

2. Project / Case study report and Presentation

15 %

3. Test 20 %

4. Examination 50 %

Total 100 %

Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes: Overall Assessment: 0.5 End of Subject Examination + 0.5 Continuous Assessment Examination is adopted to assess students on the overall understanding and the ability of applying the concepts. It is supplemented by the assignments and test(s), which provide timely feedback to both lecturers and students on various topics of the syllabus. Written report and oral presentation on a specific project or case study is used to assess the students’ knowledge in contemporary aircraft maintenance engineering.



Class contact:

Lecture 38 Hrs

Tutorial 4 Hrs


Course work:

Assignment Project/case study

12 Hrs 12 Hrs

Self-study 42 Hrs

Total student study effort 108 Hrs


1. HKAR66, CAD, Hong Kong. 2. CAD 418 Condition Monitored Maintenance: an Explanatory Handbook, 1997,

Civil Aviation Department, Hong Kong. 3. J.P. Bentley, An Introduction to Reliability and Quality Engineering, 2nd Ed.

Addison-Wesley, 1999.



Subject Code ME4505

Subject Title Flight Mechanics and Airplane Performance

Credit Value 3

Level 4

Pre-requisite/

Co-requisite/

Exclusion


Objectives 1. To teach students the fundamental principles of atmospheric flight and airplane aerodynamics.

2. To teach students the consideration of the propulsion characteristics on flight performance.

3. To teach students the principles and performance analysis of steady and accelerated flight.

Intended Learning

Outcomes

Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a. Demonstrate a good understanding of the aerodynamic forces created on

different aerodynamic features of an airplane. b. Define different combinations of airplane aerodynamic features and propulsion

methods for different flight operation requirements. c. Explain the roles of fundamental aerodynamic design parameters for steady

flight. d. Describe the relationships between the power requirement, maximum velocity,

stall velocity, climb characteristics, and flight characteristics of steady flight. e. Explain the factors undermining a level turn and pull-up/pull-down of an

airplane, and describe their roles in determining the structural loading limits. f. Evaluate key performance measures for takeoff and landing.

Subject Synopsis/

Indicative Syllabus

Basic Aerodynamics - Sources of aerodynamic forces. Standard atmosphere. Equations of motion. Four forces of flight. Effects of compressibility. Speed of sound. Measurement of airspeed. Airplane Aerodynamics - Aerodynamic lift, drag and moments. Aerodynamic center. NACA airfoil family. Lift and drag buildup. Concept of drag polar. Propulsion Characteristics - Tradeoff between thrust and efficiency. Reciprocating-engine / propeller combination. Turbojet engine. Turbofan engine. Turboprop. Afterburning.

Steady Flight Performance - Equations of motion for steady and level flight. Fundamental steady flight parameters. Thrust and Power requirements. Maximum flight velocity and drag divergence. Stalling Velocity. Rate of climb. Time to climb. Range and endurance.


Accelerated Flight Performance - Level turn. Pull-up and pull-down maneuvers. Load factor diagram. Limiting case for large load factor. Accelerated rate of climb. Takeoff performance. Landing performance. Experiment(s) on evaluating the effects on aircraft wing profile on aerodynamic force characteristics is/are provided for bridging the knowledge of fluid mechanics with flight performance.

Teaching/Learning

Methodology

Lectures are used to deliver the fundamental knowledge in relation to atmospheric flight mechanics of airplanes as well as their influence in determining the airplane flight performance (outcomes a to f). Tutorials are used to illustrate the application of fundamental knowledge to practical flight situations (outcomes a, b, d and f). Projects, in the form of design problems or case studies, are used to allow students to deepen their knowledge on a selected topic through search of information, analysis of data and report writing (outcomes c and e). Experiments, either in laboratory or numerical setup, are used to relate the concepts to practical applications. Students are exposed to proper use of knowledge taught and learn analysis skills on evaluating their experimental results (outcomes a, c and f).


a b c d e f

Lecture

Tutorial

Project

Experiment

Assessment Methods

in Alignment with

Intended Learning

Outcomes


% weighting


a b c d e f

1. Homework assignment 20 %


3. Test 10 %

4. Examination 50 %



All assigned homework and test are designed to enhance the students’ learning of fundamental aerodynamics and flight mechanics of an airplane. The projects provide students an opportunity to capitalize on the knowledge they learn for tackling practical airplane flight performance problems. Examination serves to evaluate how good the students learn and integrate the subject knowledge.

Student Study

Effort Required

Class contact:

Lecture 38 Hrs.

Tutorial 4 Hrs.


Self-study 42 Hrs.


Project / Case study 12 Hrs.


Reading List and

References

1. Kermondes, A. C., Mechanics of Flight, Prentice Hall, 11th edition, 2006. 2. Anderson Jr., J. D., Introduction to Flight, McGraw-Hill, 4th edition, 2000. 3. Anderson Jr., J. D., Aircraft Performance and Design, McGraw-Hill, 1999. 4. Hull, D. G., Fundamentals of Airplane Flight Mechanics, Springer, 2007. 5. Torenbeek, E., and Wittenberg, H., Flight Physics, Springer, 2009.



Subject Code IC2131

Subject Title Freshman Seminar for Engineering

Credit Value 2 Training Credits

Level 2


Nil

Objectives

The objectives of this subject are to:

(1) introduce students to the engineering broad discipline and enthuse them about their major study;

(2) cultivate students’ creativity and problem-solving ability, and global outlook;

(3) expose students to the concept and an understanding of entrepreneurship; and,

(4) engage the students in desirable forms of learning at university that emphasizes self-regulation, autonomous learning and deep understanding.



(a) demonstrate an understanding and an enthusiasm about the engineering broad discipline and their major study;

(b) develop their problem-solving ability and global outlook; (c) demonstrate an understanding of entrepreneurship; and, (d) search for information, formulate a project plan, and manage a project

with initiative.


1. Renowned Speaker Seminar (5 hours*)

The seminar will be given by a renowned speaker to introduce students to the engineering broad discipline and to enthuse them about their major study. The seminar will also cultivate students’ global outlook. It will be composed of a pre-seminar (1 hour), the actual seminar (2 hours) and a post seminar (1 hour, plus 1 hour online quiz). The pre-seminar aims at preparing the students for the actual seminar. The actual seminar will be delivered by a renowned speaker. The post-seminar aims at re-enforcing the students’ understanding and appreciation after the actual seminar.

2. Departmental Seminars (7 hours*)

Four departmental seminars will be delivered by chair professors and reputable professionals in the engineering broad discipline to arouse students’ interests in engineering and to cultivate their sense of belonging


to the profession. After attending the departmental seminars, the students will be required to write a reflective essay to summarize their understanding (3 hours).

3. Freshman Project (36 hours*)

The freshman project aims at developing students’ creativity, problem-solving skills, and team-work abilities through hands-on tasks. Students will work in small groups under the guidance of instructors to design and implement an engineering solution to some given problems creativity, problems solving through interaction, participation and team works.

4. Entrepreneurship Project (12 hours*)

The entrepreneurship project is designed to develop students’ appreciation and understanding about entrepreneurship and the commercialization process by attending training workshop and writing business plans. Groups with good performance will be encouraged to enter entrepreneurship competition such as the Global Student Challenge.

(* Note: hours indicate total student workload)

Learning Methodology

Seminars The renowned speaker seminar and departmental seminars are designed to arouse the students’ interest about engineering. The delivery mode will be interactive and engaging. Students will be motivated to make preparation by searching for information and doing background reading. They will be encouraged to raise questions and discuss with the presenters. Online quizzes and reflective essays will be designed to measure students’ learning outcomes as well as to encourage participation and interaction. Freshman Project For the Freshman Project, students will form groups comprising 5 to 6 students coming from different departments. They will work collaboratively with their group members to design and implement an engineering solution to a given problem under the guidance of instructors. There will be close staff-students and students-students interaction. Students will be given the opportunities to develop creativity, problem-solving skills and team-work abilities. Assessment tasks will consist of log book writing, demonstration, presentation, and reports. These are designed to evaluate individual student’s performance and achievement as well as to encourage active participation.

Entrepreneurship Project Students will work in small groups on an entrepreneurship project. Students will produce a business plan and give a presentation. Assessment will focus towards students’ understanding about entrepreneurship and innovation and creativity. Students will also be encouraged to participate in competition (such as the Global Challenge Club) to put their entrepreneurship project to a more practical context.



Assessment Methods Weighting

(%)

Intended Learning Outcomes Assessed

a b c d

1. Seminars

Online quizzes and reflective essays 20

2. Freshman Project

Individual log book, group project report and demonstration

40

3. Entrepreneurship Project

Business plan

40

Total 100

Online quizzes for the renowned speaker seminar and reflective essays for the departmental seminars can measure the students’ understanding about the engineering discipline. Through log book, students’ participation and progress in the freshman project can be assessed. Through project demonstration, and project reports, students can demonstrate their creativity, problem-solving skills and team-work abilities. Through the business plan, the students’ understanding about entrepreneurship can be assessed. They can also demonstrate their ability to search for information, formulate a project plan, and manage a project with initiative.


Class Contact

Projects 48 Hrs.

Seminars 9 Hrs.

Other Study Effort 0 Hrs.

Seminar Reflective Essay 3 Hrs.

Total Study Effort 60 Hrs.


H. Scott Fogler and Steven E. LeBlanc, Strategies for creative problem solving, Upper Saddle River, N.J. : Prentice Hall, 2008. N.J. Smith (ed), Engineering project management, Oxford, UK; Malden, MA: Blackwell, 2008. Gene Moriaty, The engineering project: its nature, ethics, and promise, University Park, Pa.: Pennsylvania State University Press, 2008. K. Allen, Entrepreneurship for scientists and engineers, Upper Saddle River, N.J. : Prentice Hall, 2010.



Subject Code IC2132

Subject Title Engineering Drawing and Industrial Safety


Level 2


Nil

Objectives

This subject covers the fundamentals of Engineering Drawing, CAD and Industrial Safety for Engineering students.


Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to: a) explain the principles and conventional representation of engineering

drawings according to engineering standards and be able to use it as a medium in technical communication and documentation with CAD application, modelling and practice with application in mechanical, industrial systems, electrical, electronic and information engineering; and,

b) explain basic occupational health and industrial safety requirements for engineering practice.


1. Engineering Drawing & CAD (TM8050 - 48 hours)

1.1. Fundamentals of Engineering Drawing and CAD (39 hours) Principles of orthographic projection; sectioning; dimensioning; sketching; general tolerances and surface finishes; conventional representation of screw threads and fasteners; types of drawings including part drawing and assembly drawing. Introduction to CAD; 2D drawings and general concepts on 3D computer modeling including extruding, revolving, sweeping, and lofting; parametric feature based solid modeling; construction and detailing of solid features; solid model modification and its limitations; concepts of assembly modeling including bottom up and top down approaches for the generation of parts, subassemblies, and final assembly; virtual validation & simulation, generation of 2D drawings from 3D parts and assemblies; drawing annotation including dimensioning, tolerancing, surface finishing, and part list.

1.2. Electrical Drawing (3 hours)

Wiring diagram and wiring table for electronic and electrical installation,


functional representation of circuit, system block diagram, electrical & electronic device symbols and layout, architectural wiring diagram with reference to the architectural symbols for electrical drawings in Hong Kong and international standards.

1.3. Electronic Design Automation (6 hours) Introduction to electronic design automation software; circuit schematics capture and representation; placement of components, capturing, annotation, labeling, net list. Electronic parts library, symbols, decals, physical packages, discrete components, integrated circuits, logic and analogue circuits, electronic parts creation and application.

2. Industrial Safety (TM2009 - 15 hours)

2.1. Safety Management: Overview, essential elements of safety management, safety training, accident management, and emergency procedures.

2.2. Safety Law: F&IU Ordinance and principal regulations, OSH Ordinance and principal regulations.

2.3. Occupational Hygiene and Environmental Safety: Noise hazard and control; dust hazard and control; ergonomics of manual handling.

2.4. Safety Technology: Mechanical lifting, fire prevention, dangerous substances and chemical safety, machinery hazards and guarding, electrical safety, first aid, job safety analysis, fault tree analysis, personal protective equipment.


The teaching and learning methods include lectures, tutorials, and practical in-class assignments. The lectures are aimed at providing students with an overall and concrete background knowledge required for understanding the key issues in engineering drawings and that of the industrial safety. The tutorials and practical in-class assignments are aimed at enhancing students’ in-depth knowledge and ability in applying the knowledge and skills learnt.



Assignment / Project The assignments are designed to facilitate students to reflect and apply the knowledge periodically throughout the training. Tests Tests are designed to facilitate students to review the breadth and depth of their understanding on specific topics.


(%)


a b

1. Continuous Assessment Refer to Individual

Module Description

Form

2. Assignment

3. Tests

Total 100


Class Contact TM8050 TM2009

Lecture 20 Hrs. 14 Hrs.

Tutorial 13 Hrs.

In-class Assignment/ Hands-on Practice 15 Hrs. 1 Hr.

Other Study Effort 0 Hrs.



Reference Software List: 1. AutoCAD from Autodesk Inc. 2. SolidWorks from Dassault Systèmes Solidworks Corp. 3. PADS from Mentor Graphics Inc. Reference Standards and Handbooks: 1. BS8888 Technical Product Specification (TPS) Specification 2. Cecil H. Jensen, et al, Engineering Drawing and Design, McGraw-Hill,

2008. 3. IEEE Standard 315 / ANSI Y32.2 / CSA Z99 Graphic Symbols for

Electrical and Electronics Diagrams 4. IEC 61082 Preparation of Documents used in Electrotechnology Reference Books: Training material, manual and articles published by Industrial Centre



Subject Code IC348

Subject Title Appreciation of Manufacturing Processes


Level 3

Pre-requisite IC2105 or IC287

Co-requisite TM4001

Objectives

This subject aims at developing students’ understanding on: -

the principles and operations of common manufacturing processes, and the properties and application of common materials.



a) demonstrate a holistic understanding on the working principle, capability and operation of different manufacturing processes. (Objective 1 and Syllabus Item 1-9). Category A;

b) justify appropriate manufacturing processes for specific product requirements. (Objective 1 and Syllabus Item 1-9). Category A;

c) select and use various common engineering materials for specific purpose. (Objective 1 and Syllabus Item 1-9). Category A; and

d) collaboratively complete an application oriented project through group work and discussions, and discuss current industrial practices and technologies (Objective 1 and Syllabus Item 1-9). Category B.


Outline Syllabus:

1) Properties and uses of common materials including ferrous metal, non-ferrous metals, and polymers.

2) Working principles and operation of metal removal processes including turning, milling, CNC machining, and electro-discharge machining.

3) Working principles and operation of common production processes including casting methods for metal parts, and plastic injection moulding.

4) Working principles and operation of arc welding and gas welding.

5) Working principles and operation of common sheet metal parts manufacturing processes including blanking, forming, and turret pressing.


6) Working principles, operation, and comparison of surface-finish processes including electro-plating, and aluminium anodising.

7) Application of dimensional and geometrical measuring tools.


The teaching and learning methods include tutorials, demonstrations, hands-on training, and report writing for the mini-project. Assignments require both “group effort” and “individual effort”.

An integrated mini-project type of work will be employed in a holistic approach to enable students to appreciate the processes and materials selected for the project through hands-on practical work. Students will be divided into groups with each consists of 5 to 6 members. An IC staff will be allocated to each group as its mentor who is responsible to provide students with advice and guidance in understanding the processes concerned and helping them to solve the problems encountered throughout the training. Periodic mentor sessions will be arranged for the mentors to stretch the students’ intellectuals and technical ability.


The individual in-class assignment is aimed at assessing student’s performance and practical ability in using various processes to produce the components for the project.

The group project is aimed at assessing students’ self-learning, organization, project management and problem solving capability.

The group presentation is designed to facilitate students to demonstrate their understanding in product development workflow.

The individual report writing is aimed at assessing student’s appreciation and understanding on all the processes involved in the project.


(%)


a b c d

1. Individual Workshop Assignment

40

2. Group Project 20

3. Group Presentation 10

4. Individual Report 30

Total 100



Class Contact

Hands-on Practice 112 Hrs.

Induction / Tutorial / Presentation 8 Hrs.

Other Study Effort



Reading Materials published by the Industrial Centre :

1. Metal Cutting

2. CNC Machining

3. Non-Conventional Machining

4. Hot Metals Processing

5. Plastics Processing

6. Sheet Metal Processing

7. Surface Finishing



Subject Code IC349

Subject Title Integrated Manufacturing Project


Level 3

Pre-requisite IC348

Co-requisite TM1401

Objectives

This subject aims at developing students’ capability in applying and integrating the engineering knowledge and practical experience that acquired from previous industrial training.

Through undertaking group projects, students would be able to appreciate all the stages involved in handling a project including: Design and Drafting, Costing, Project Planning and Control, Manufacturing, Assembly, Testing and Evaluation.

The subject also provides opportunity for students to develop their personal and professional qualities such as leadership, communication skill, co-operative attitude, and co-ordination ability as well as enthusiasm for accepting technical responsibility.



a) apply engineering knowledge in carrying out an industrial project starting from design, drafting, process planning, costing, manufacturing, QC and inspection, down to assembly, testing and evaluation;

b) select and use appropriate technology building blocks, components and

manufacturing processes to develop a solution for an industrial problem; and

c) develop personal and professional qualities such as leadership,

communication skill, co-operative attitude, and co-ordination ability as well as enthusiasm for accepting technical responsibility.


All projects assigned will be of ‘real’ work basis selected from various Units in IC or certain customers from the industry. Typical projects are automated devices or systems for a specific application, innovative transportation device, material handling systems, testing jig and fixture…etc. These projects are always having a real problem of serious interest to the clients which requires students to meet the expected demand. Students are required to work through the various project stages step by step starting from problem identification, engineering design, material procurement, costing, manufacturing onwards up to assembly, testing and evaluation.



Students will be divided into groups to work on projects that are required to satisfy an existing demand in IC or a certain customers from the industry.

The project are divided into two stages:-

The design stage of the projects is normally scheduled in Year 2 Semester 2 for 8 half-day sessions. During this period, the project team, under the guidance of the supervisors and clients, have to discover, understand and analyze the requirement of the project; and apply their knowledge to design a solution for this problem. Furthermore, students are required to search and track down parts and components with suppliers to obtain materials for the following manufacturing stage.

The manufacturing stage is scheduled for 3 weeks. The entire project highly emphases on personal commitment, cooperation and coordination among team members. Each team member is responsible for undertaking a certain part of the project which will eventually get together to form the final assembly.

For projects collaborating with customers from the industry, students are required to work for an additional two weeks in the summer if they wish to claim their projects as WIE equivalent. This ensures that they would have enough time to discuss with the industrial client and to solve problems that may arise during project installation and commissioning.


In each single one of the assessment method above, there will be consisted of both “group work” and “individual work” to reflect the student’s performance. Project Performance is to assess how well the deliverable of the project meets with client’s requirement in terms of completeness, functionality, and accuracy.


(%)


a b c

1. Project Performance

30

2. Presentation 20

3. Progress Report 20

4. Final Report 30

Total 100


Oral Presentation allows students to demonstrate their ability in presenting their project clearly and logically including the project objectives, their approach to solve the problem and the deliverable of their project. Progress Report allows students to provide periodic review on the project progress and to ensure the design can be completed before the commencement of the manufacturing stage. Final Report is to facilitate students to review and sum up the activities and processes of the project holistically. Assessment of the final report will focus on the adequacy of the technical content, clarity and fluency of the presentation, discussion, comment and recommendation.


Class Contact

Tutorial / Hands-on Practice

120 Hrs. Workshop Training

Project Presentation / Documentation

Other Study Effort

Reading & preparation for project 20 Hrs.



Reading Materials published by the Industrial Centre :

1. Metal Cutting

2. CNC Machining

3. Non-Conventional Machining

4. Hot Metals Processing

5. Plastics Processing

6. Sheet Metal Processing

7. Photo-chemical Machining

8. Surface Finishing

9. MU Projects Guide http://mmu.ic.polyu.edu.hk/mu_proj/2005/proj_guide05.asp



Subject Code ME2901

Subject Title Continuous Professional Development

Credit Value Non-credit bearing

Level 2

Pre-requisite/

Co-requisite/

Exclusion

Nil

Objectives To encourage students’ participation in industrial visits organized by the Department.

This will help students to relate what they learn in class to the real world situation and

nurture their interest in Mechanical Engineering.

Intended Learning

Outcomes


a. Appreciate and understand the roles of different sectors of our community

including government, industry and utility in engineering discipline.

Subject Synopsis/

Indicative Syllabus

Not applicable.

Teaching/Learning

Methodology

Students are required to attend a minimum of 4 industrial visits. The industrial visits

enable students to learn how mechanical engineering knowledge is put into practice.


a

Industrial Visit

Assessment Methods

in Alignment with

Intended Learning

Outcomes

Specific assessment

methods/tasks

%

weighting

Intended subject learning outcomes to be

assessed (Please tick as appropriate)

a

1. Attendance of

industrial visit

100 %

Total 100 %

The subject is neither credit bearing nor graded. The students will be awarded a

“Pass” grade if they meet the minimum attendance requirement.

Student Study

Effort Required

Class contact:

Attendance of industrial visit 16 Hrs.


Reading List and

References

Not applicable
