ENGR 3517 Machine Design

Winter 2015

Calendar Description:

This course addresses the synthesis of machine elements with a focus on the design process.
Topics include: static and fatigue analysis of materials and structures; design of welds and
bolted connections; design and analysis of fundamental mechanical machine elements such
as bearings, springs and gears. PREREQ: ENGR 2026, ENGR 2587. (lec 3, tut 1) cr 3.
Laurentian University Online Course and Program Catalogue (2014-2015)
The program and the university reserve the right to modify elements of the course during
the term. The university may change the dates and deadlines for any or all courses in
extreme circumstances. If modifications become necessary, reasonable notice and
communication with the students will be given. Students will be provided with an
explanation and an opportunity to comment.

Prerequisites:

ENGR 2026 Engineering Materials (must successfully complete)

ENGR 2587 Strength of Materials II (must successfully complete)
Students are expected to be able to communicate in spoken and written English. Developing
and practicing communication skills is an essential experience requirement. Components
of Acceptable Engineering Work Experience (Section 4.1), Guideline for Assessment of
Engineering Work Experience, Engineers Canada (Updated May 2009).

Instructor:

Markus Timusk, Ph.D., P.Eng.

Associate Professor, Bharti School of Engineering
Office: Science II/Fraser Building, Room F-215C
Telephone: (705) 675-1151 Extension 2243
Email: mtimusk@laurentian.ca

Lectures:

Mondays, 11:30 PM 12:50 PM, Science II/Fraser Building, Room F-228

Thursdays, 11:30 PM 12:50 PM, Science II/Fraser Building, Room F-228

Tutorials:

Tuesday 02:30PM - 03:50PM, Location: TBD

Audio or video recording of lectures and tutorials is not permitted. Regular and punctual
attendance at all academic exercises is expected from all students. After a lecture has
begun, students may not be admitted to a classroom without the instructors permission.
The instructor must be notified of all extenuating circumstances that result in a students
absence. Absences in the excess of 20% of course time may jeopardize receipt of credit for
the course.

Website:

Assignments, solutions, general course information, and announcements for the course will
be posted on D2L (Desire 2 Learn). Students are responsible for keeping up-to-date with the
information for the course on D2L.

Textbook:

REQUIRED/RECOMMENDED TEXTBOOK(S)
Budynas, R. and Nisbett, K. Shigley's Mechanical Engineering Design, 9th Edition,
McGraw-Hill, 2011.
Recent older editions of the textbook are acceptable alternatives. Copies will be placed on
reserve in the Engineering Library. Appropriate tables and charts will be provided to
students for use during exams.

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Office Hours:

Please contact me by email to arrange a convenient time to meet.

Assessment:

The methods of assessment and their respective weightings are given below:
Written Assignments and Quizzes (15%)
Project (10%)
Test I (15%)
Test II (15%)
Final Exam (45%)
English language and writing will be graded on assignments and exams.

Final Grades:

The final grades will be consistent with the University Grading System.
https://intranet.laurentian.ca/
For information regarding appeals of final grades or other academic matters, please consult
the universitys intranet site.
https://intranet.laurentian.ca/?q=node/455&pid=169

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Introduction and review of the design process

Materials, stress and strain
Failure prevention of systems under steady loading
Failure prevention of systems under variable loading
Design and analysis of fasteners and bonded joints
Springs
Bearings and lubrication
Gearing systems
Power transmission systems

Assignments:

Assignments will be handed out approximately every two weeks, depending on the time
required to cover the material in class. Assignments must be submitted on time. Unless prior
permission is obtained from the instructor, late assignments will not be marked and will be
given a mark of zero.

Exams:

There are two midterm tests and one final exam.

Important Dates:

The two midterm

Student Conduct:

Ethical behaviour is an important part of engineering practice. Each professional engineering

association has a Code of Ethics, which its members are expected to follow. Since students
are in the process of becoming Professional Engineers, it is expected that students will
conduct themselves in an ethical manner.

exams will be scheduled during class or tutorial times.

The PEO (Professional Engineers Ontario) Code of Ethics states that engineers shall
conduct themselves with fairness, courtesy and good faith towards clients, colleagues,
employees and others; give credit where it is due and accept, as well as give, honest and fair

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professional criticism. (Section 77, Regulation 941, General R.R.O. 1990, Professional
Engineers Act).
The first part of this statement discusses an engineers relationships with his or her
colleagues. One of the ways in which engineering students can demonstrate courtesy to their
colleagues is by helping to maintain an atmosphere that is conducive to learning, and
minimizing disruptions in class. This includes arriving on time for lectures, turning cell
phones and other electronic devices off during lectures, not leaving or entering the class at
inopportune times, and refraining from talking to others while the instructor is talking.
However, if you have questions at any time during lectures, please feel free to ask (chances
are very good that someone else may have the same question as you do).
For more information, please consult the University Guidelines for Academic Conduct.
https://intranet.laurentian.ca/?q=node/455&pid=156
Academic Honesty:

The latter part of the above statement from the PEO Code of Ethics discusses giving credit
where it is due. At the University, this is addressed by university policies on academic
integrity and academic misconduct. In this course, students are expected to submit their own
individual work for academic credit, properly cite the work of others, and to follow the rules
for examinations. Academic misconduct, plagiarism, and cheating will not be tolerated.
Copying of assignments and lab reports is considered academic misconduct. Students are
responsible for understanding the universitys policies on academic integrity and academic
misconduct. For more information, please consult the University Regulations on Student
Academic Misconduct.
https://intranet.laurentian.ca/?q=node/455&pid=173

Safety:

The PEO (Professional Engineers Ontario) Code of Ethics also states that Professional
Engineers shall hold paramount the safety, health and welfare of the public and the
protection of the environment and promote health and safety within the workplace (Section
77, Regulation 941, General R.R.O. 1990, Professional Engineers Act).
The Bharti School of Engineering takes safety very seriously. Students are expected to work
in a safe manner, follow all safety instructions, and use any personal protective equipment
provided. Students failing to observe the safety rules in any laboratory will be asked to leave.

Learning Outcomes: By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. Analyse and design basic machine elements.
2. Understand the mechanisms of mechanical failure under both steady and variable
loading conditions.
3. Analyze and design power transmission, bearing and fastening systems.
4. Have an appreciation for the function of machinery and its constituent sub-systems and
mechanical elements.

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