Mechanical Design unit (ENG329)

Hobart

Introduction

Mechanical Design is a third-year unit that builds on foundational knowledge of mechanical design processes and materials to develop students' abilities to perform advanced mechanical analysis and design.

The unit focuses on equipping students with the skills necessary to carry out detailed engineering design based on first principles, while integrating materials, manufacturing techniques, and Computer-Aided Design (CAD) modelling. Students will deepen their understanding of how to utilise engineering analysis to inform the design process and to develop CAD models that reflect real-world mechanical challenges. Key areas covered in the unit include the use of engineering materials, modern manufacturing methods, and tools for design verification. Students will be tasked with solving industry-relevant mechanical design problems, applying advanced design principles to create reliable and efficient solutions.

The importance of energy efficiency, manufacturability, and reliability in mechanical system design will be emphasised, preparing students for more complex design challenges aligning with industry expectations. The unit also introduces climate-safe engineering principles, encouraging students to incorporate sustainability and carbon reduction considerations into their designs. Through a combination of design tutorials, and a practical design project, students will gain advanced mechanical design skills, preparing them for fourth-year capstone projects and industry-ready roles

Summary

Unit name	Mechanical Design
Unit code	ENG329
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Sciences and Engineering School of Engineering
Discipline	Engineering
Coordinator	Doctor Jason Ali-Lavroff
Available as an elective?	Yes
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Advanced

Availability

Location	Study period	Attendance options		Available to
Hobart	Semester 2

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Key Dates

Study Period	Start date	Census date	WW date	End date
Semester 2	05/07/2027	27/07/2027	30/08/2027	24/10/2027

* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).

Unit census dates currently displaying for 2027 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2027 will be available from the 1st October 2026. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

• Propose concept solutions that capture implicit and explicit performance requirements for a mechanical design brief.
• Evaluate a preferred design against a design brief and identified performance criteria using relevant engineering theory
• Present results using professional and industry standard methods of communication
• Manage a design project using systematic and professional processes within an authentic team environment
• Incorporate climate-safe engineering principles by designing mechanical systems with increased efficiency to reduce carbon emissions and mitigate climate impact

Fee Information

Field of Education	Commencing Student Contribution 1,3	Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3	Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3	Domestic Full Fee 4
030701	$1,235.00	$1,235.00	not applicable

• Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
• HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility³
• FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility⁴

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² Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
³ Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
⁴ Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.

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Requisites

Prerequisites

ENG219 Mechanical and Mechatronic Design

Teaching

Teaching Pattern	4 hours of design consultation tutorials per week.
Assessment	Preliminary Report (30%)|Presentation (30%)|Final Report (40%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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