Subject Code:
Subject Name: Element of Mechanical Engineering
Semester – I/II
Diploma Branches in which this subject is offered: Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering.
Objective: In the era of technology integration, it has become unavoidable to possess the basic knowledge of various engineering disciplines.Sometimes a technician has to know the implications and knowledge of other disciplines so as to conclude the solution of his/her own branch tasks. Hence students belonging to all branches are made to learn certainfundamental topics related to mechanical engineering so that they will have aminimum understanding of mechanical systems, equipment and process.
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Topics Teaching hrs. Weightage
1 INTRODUCTION: Introduction and use of mechanical engineering; Identification criteria, major types, specifications and uses of general items(bolts, nuts, washers, bearings, bushes, belts, springs, levers, couplings, brakes, screws, rivets, keys, o’ rings, oil seals, gears, pulleys, shafts, axles, etc.); Pipes and pipe fittings; Types, specifications and uses of spanners (such as fix, ring, box, pipe, allen, adjustable, etc.), hand tools (such as pliers, screw drivers, saws, hammers, chisels, cutters, planes, etc.), power tools(drill, chipper, etc.) 06 10
2 POWER TRANSMISSION: Belt drive, Chain drive, Rope drive, Gear drive; Causes and remedies of general accidents in power transmission; Safety norms to be followed in power transmission. 10 20
3 MATERIAL PROCESSING: Welding-types, concept, working, applications and precautions;Brazing and Soldering-general set up and applications; Gas cutting-working setup, applications and precautions; Casting-general process and applications;Sheet metal forming and cutting operations-concept and application; Basic machine tools. 10
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Elements of Mechanical Engineering by N M Bhatt and J R Mehta, Mahajan Publishing House
2. Basic Mechanical Engineering by Pravin Kumar, Pearson
3. Fundamental of Mechanical Engineering by G.S. Sawhney, PHI Publication New Delhi
4. Elements of Mechanical Engineering by Sadhu Singh S. Chand Publication
5. Introduction to Engineering Materials by B.K. Agrawal Tata Mcgraw Hill Publication, New Delhi
Suggested Theory distribution:
The suggested theory distribution as per Bloom’s taxonomy is as per follows. This distribution serves as guidelines for teachers and students to achieve effective teaching-learning process Distribution of Theory for course delivery and evaluation
Remember Understand Apply Analyse Evaluate Create
20% 20% 30% 15% 10% 5%
Suggested List of Experiments:
1. Demonstrate various mechanical items, hand tools and power tools.
2. Demonstrate various power transmission methods.
3. Study different material joining processes
4. Demonstrate various machining tools like lathe, drill and milling
Another type of welding is”Tig welding” which is when a electrode such as aluminum or tungsten that is melted with a strong torch or electrical arc. Another type of welding is “Mig welding” that is when you have a spool of wire and a inert gas such as argon or Co2 which acts as an insulator for the arc that is created in order to weld a bead. There are many more types of welding that you can learn when you are studying to become a welder or fabricator. When studing for welding you can and will learn about so much more stuff like oxy torch cutting and flux core welding which i hope many people will have the ability to at least try welding
Mechanical engineering is a wide subject with many definitions and qualities about them. A mechanical engineer uses the principles of energy, materials, and mechanics to design and manufacture machines or devices (“Mechanical Engineering Overview”). Another definition that furthers the idea of a mechanical engineer is they research, design, develop, manufacture, test tools and engines (“Mechanical Engineering Overview”). They not only design the tool or devices for customers, but they may also design them for other engineers to help do their job (“Mechanical Engineer Job Description,”). A mechanical engineer is also involved in the mechanisms and methods by which energy is used for practical purposes (Mechanical Engineer Job). A mechanical engineer must have a variety of qualities that are associated with them, as their job varies on daily or weekly basis. One quality a mechanical engineer must have is being strong in math and science, as most of their work deals with thi...
In doing so, they weld metal parts, fill holes, and can even repair cracks in a brace. Because of its heavy duty strength, welds can be used to repair cars, ships, and even airplanes. Also, welds are used in the construction of buildings and bridges. Various tools are needed to perform proper welding techniques, for example, a person may need clamps, welding rods, a chipping hammer, a torch, glasses, a welding helmet, an apron or non flammable clothing to properly weld metal. In addition, a person may also need a specific type of welder for a certain occasions.
The Unwritten Laws of Engineering was first published in 1944 in three separate articles in the periodical Mechanical Engineering by W. J. King. The current edition was edited by James G. Skakoon in 2001. The three original articles are combined as three chapters in the book. James G. Skakoon notes in the preface that the laws still hold true after all this time. The book focuses on different phases in the career of many engineers in the first two chapters. The final chapter deals with personal issues and advice that pertains to both engineers and engineering managers
Welding is a very important tool used in our daily lives. Welding is the process of joining two metal pieces together by applying heat. A filler helps to make the joint. Everything we use from trucks to houses have some type of welding in them. There are many types of welding careers to choose from. There is a great demand for welders today. My project was to build a table and candelabra out of metal. Most of the metal I gathered came from junk yards and had to be cleaned of rust.
As a brief introductory note on my educational history, I have completed my Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from the Maharashtra State board of Technical Education with a first class (65.62 %). Thereafter, I pursued and completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Mumbai, obtaining a first class as well (60.12%).
We have reached a point in time where the antediluvian ways have either been completely forgotten or are simply ignored for loss of necessity. This fast progressing world owes everything to the researchers and innovators responsible for the ever changing paradigm of technology. My capability as an engineer, however, to be truly able to understand how the various design aspects behind each innovation, helping me ponder over the numerous ways in which it can be implemented for technological betterment is what makes me stand apart. Right from my childhood, I have been fascinated by bicycles, motorcycles, cars, mechanical structures and basically anything that had virile relations; this was mainly because of the automobiles and other vehicles in movies that always used to drum in a sense of amazement that used to reverberate in my memories long after. It was only a matter of time before I came to realize the sheer brilliance behind every design, the immense perfection engineers strive to achieve and the amount of hard work and dedication required to impeccable levels in the whole process. I wanted to be a part of it and it was then that I decided what was worth doing with my life. I chose Mechanical Engineering as my major in my Undergraduate study and frankly, the field never ceases to amaze me.
Possessing the basic knowledge in the field of physical sciences and the intuition in them made me to pick up Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry as my majors for the Higher Secondary Education. After the completion of my secondary education, I felt that engineering was the only field which can transform and transfer my dreams in the field of sciences into a real one and also it would give me an opportunity to learn and explore how the fundamentals of science are appl...
The pulley, lever, and and wheel, although simple ideas, have a modern definition of engineering.
Some examples of mechanical engineering is bridges, dams, buildings, solar energy, and many more. So basically mechanical engineering
One of the memories of my childhood I deeply cherish is that of my first visit to my father's small scale factory.Exploring the machinery which made my goal more easier and my dad sharing his experiences about the working of machines made me to grew up grossing my interest towards them. That was the time i chose to get into the field of mechanical.As a child, I was always intrigued by the working of complex mechanisms and equipment. I used to spend a lot of time trying to explore and figure out their principle. In school
An ambition to learn and grow and having passion for engineering have prompted me to go in for graduate studies. Chasing my Dreams! While growing up at a young age I was always intrigued by objects that produced mechanical work and energy be it prime movers such as automobiles, construction and mining equipment, turbo machinery such as jet engines, space shuttles or complex mechanisms of mechanical watches, I used to spend a lot of time trying to learn and figure out their basis and propositions, it was necessary for me to explore my inner conscience to understand my fascination towards machines and their ingenuity, Mechanical engineering seemed a direct consequence of my convictions. I have always admired my father as a civil engineer and his hard work and struggles throughout his life; He has always been a role model for me. He motivated me to pursue my dreams so I decided to pursue my undergraduate study in Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical engineering is a type of engineering which applies principles of physics and material science for the purpose of analyzing, designing, manufacturing and maintaining of mechanical systems (Gorp, 2005). It is involved with the production and usage of mechanical power in the operation of various machines and tools. Mechanical engineering is considered to be the most diverse engineering and has its breadth derived from the need to design tools and manufacture products which range from small individual parts to large systems. Mechanical engineering, as thought of by scholars, is related to Aerospace engineering, Manufacturing and Mechanical engineering (Van et al, 2011).
Throughout my lifetime, I have never had to think very much about the working world and everything that went with it. All through high school I took classes I liked or thought would be interesting to me, but never thought that all of those classes were preparing me for what was to come. Before I knew it, it was time to go to college. The four years of high school had flown by and now it was time to choose a major for college. I had never given much thought as to what I wanted to do for the rest of my life. The only real occupations that I had really gotten to experience were teaching, the jobs that my parents had, and others such as doctors, dentist, most of the occupations that everyone sees while they are growing up. When I finally decided on my major, I chose engineering, but I didn’t know if I would like it or not. The only prior knowledge I had about it was the fact that my grandfather was an electrical and chemical engineer, and that my parents and teachers said that I would be good at engineering. Recently I have been interested in civil engineering, but what does one do with such a degree? What opportunities are available to a person with a degree in civil engineering on the job market? The broad curriculum that covers many different fields of engineering make civil engineering a major that allows a person to work in nearly any field they wish.
My first interest in Supply Chain Management resulted from my experience. Ever since I was young, I wanted to understand not just the ‘how’ of Mechanical engineering problems, but also why machines worked at the fundamental level. In particular, I was interested in learning the application of experimental techniques and principles governing Physics to solve problems. Therefore, I found the pursuit of B.E. in Mechanical Engineering almost a necessity, given my need to satiate my curiosity to gain deeper knowledge of that area.