Mechanical Design Simulation unit (ENG438)

Hobart

Introduction

This unit builds skills in industry-relevant mechanical design and simulation techniques. This is done through specific industry focused design projects developing engineering solutions satisfying project briefs and design constraints. The focus is on utilising design, modelling and simulation methods in design of mechanical system components and systems, including for optimization of aspects such as form and function, mechanical compatibility, loading and stress, energy transfer, fluid-structure interaction and vibrations. Consideration will be given to satisfying relevant standards and minimum levels of safety. Findings will be delivered through professional engineering and multimedia-enhanced reports and presentations reporting on design simulation and analysis methods and techniques and design simulation outcomes.

Summary

Unit name	Mechanical Design Simulation
Unit code	ENG438
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Sciences and Engineering School of Engineering
Discipline	Engineering
Coordinator	Doctor Timothy Gale
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Honours

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	5/7/2026	27/7/2026	30/8/2026	24/10/2026

* 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 2026 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2026 will be available from the 1st October 2025. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

• Develop in-depth computer-based mechanical models and simulations to design and optimise industry-relevant mechanical components and systems.
• Analyse and optimise mechanical components and systems by applying computer-based design simulation methods to meet relevant design specifications and performance criteria.
• Critically evaluate design simulation methods and outcomes through multimedia-enhanced professional engineering reports and presentations.

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	$1,192.00	$1,192.00	not applicable	$3,401.00

• 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

ENG314 Design for Manufacture

Teaching

Teaching Pattern	4 hour tutorial weekly.
Assessment	Project Presentation (20%)|Foundation skills - design simulation (40%)|Project 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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