NG0S207 - Fundamentals of Mechanical Engineering 01 Apr 2025 - 31 Aug 2028 | Version 3
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | NG0S207 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Fundamentals of Mechanical Engineering | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering | ||
| Module Leader: | Robert Warren | ||
| Module Team: | Joao Ramos, Ewen Constant, Hannah Seale | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2016 | Final Year of Intake: | 2025 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 3 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100190 - mechanical engineering | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 3 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Apr 2025 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2028 |
Module Aims
Introduce the students to basic concepts in statics and dynamics.
Introduce the students to basic concepts in fluids and thermodynamics.
Content Summary
Mechanics
Introduction to basic and derived SI units.
- Basic Trigonometry
Scalar and vector quantities
- Identifying the difference between both
- Solving basic problems with vectors (addition and subtraction) both graphically and arithmetically.
Introduction to Newton’s Laws.
- Newton’s 1st law
- Newton’s 2nd law
- Force diagrams
- Static Equilibrium
Bending Moment
Motion:
- Uniform velocity and acceleration
- Impulse and Momentum
- Solving basic problems using Suvat equations
- Projectile Motion
Force of Friction
- Force of Friction on a horizontal plane
- Force of Friction on an angled plane
Newton’s 3rd law
- Gravitational Law
- Centre of gravity of an object
Energy, Work and Power:
- Kinetic Energy and Potential Energy
- The concept of Joule, Watt and their meaning
Simple machines and mechanical advantage
- Efficiency
Thermo-fluids/dynamics
Properties of Fluids
- Density
- Specific Gravity
- Specific Weight
- Viscosity
- Speed of Sound
The Ideal Gas Law
Fluid Statics
- Pressure at a Point
- Measurement of Pressure
- Hydrostatic Force on a Plane Surface
The First Law of Thermodynamics
Specific Heat for an Ideal Gas at Constant Pressure and Volume.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 24 |
| Tutorial | 24 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 4 |
| Independent Study | 83 |
| Directed Study | 65 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Demonstrate an ability to report in a clear and concise manner, the objectives, methods and results of a laboratory experiment. |
| LO2 | Demonstrate an ability to support a continuous academic development |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical | _Practical Assessment 1 | A Lab conducted on a specific topic related to the subjects studied. | 0 | N/A | 50 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Onsite Assessment | Classroom Test - Time Constrained (Onsite) 1 | Class Test | 80 | N/A | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| _Practical Assessment 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Classroom Test - Time Constrained (Onsite) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |