4ME506 Full Nutcracker 18-19
4ME506 Full Nutcracker 18-19
TECHNOLOGY
DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL
ENGINEERING AND THE BUILD
ENVIRONMENT
MODULE GUIDE
Module Code: 4ME506
Module Title: Engineering
Design and
Workshop
Technologies
Approved By: Y. Lu
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4ME506 ENGINEERING DESIGN AND WORKSHOP TECHNOLOGY
Number of Credits: 20
Credit Level: 4
Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
MODULE DESCRIPTION
The aim of this module is to give students an opportunity to experience the process
of carrying out design and make project.
It will enable them to appreciate that design involves synthesising parameters which
will affect the design solution.
The module will introduce them to the workshop and a number of manufacturing
process including turning, milling and sheet metal forming.
These elements will allow the student to carry out a design and build project fully
with the aim being to produce a working prototype/ model of the finished product.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
On successful completion of the module, students will be able to:
INDICATIVE CONTENT
A) Design Process:
Customer requirements: all relevant details of customer requirements
(aesthetics, functions, performance, cost, production parameters) are
identified and listed.
Design specifications: implications of specification parameters and
resource requirements are identified and matched; the level of risk associated
with each significant parameter is established.
Design information: all relevant information is extracted from appropriate
reference sources, techniques and technologies used in similar products or
processes are identified, when new technologies can be used, these are
specified, relevant standards and legislation are identified and applied
throughout.
Design solutions: analysis of possible design solutions: matrix analysis,
brainstorming, mind mapping, forced decision making.
Evaluation: costs, future development potential, value engineering concepts.
Compliance check: using check-lists, design review procedures.
Report: rationale for adopting proposed solution, appropriate techniques and
media in presentation of report.
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B) Computer Technologies
Key features of a computer-aided design system: Investigate the use of
2D/3D models and design assemblies with modifications/ production of multiple
versions. The generation of standard components with validations against
specifications and design rules, also output of engineering documentation, such
as manufacturing drawings and Bills of Materials to reflect on what is required to
build the product. Explore the import/export routines of exchanging data with
other software packages and team members, also the output of design data
directly to manufacturing facilities such as Rapid Prototyping or Rapid
Manufacture Machine. Reflect on CAD technologies of maintaining libraries of
parts and assemblies and calculate mass properties with the abilities for
modification and optimisations.
C) Workshop
Consideration of the Health and Safety at Work Act.
Fitting/Assembly: Basic metal cutting and fitting/assembly processes including
forming and shaping
Turning: understand turning operations and operate the machinery in a safe and
effective manner
Milling: understand milling operations and operate the machinery in a safe and
effective manner
Sheet Metal and Tube Bending: understand these operations and operate the
machinery in a safe and effective manner.
Casting: understand casting operations and operate the machinery in a safe and
effective manner
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Workshop Weekly Timetable
Week Activity
Week 1 Introduction to Activities
Introduction to Machines
Week 2
Making the Product (1st Rotation)
Week 3 Making the Product
Week 4 Making the Product
Introduction to Machines
Week 5
Making the Product (2nd Rotation)
Week 6 Making the Product
Week 7 Making the Product
Introduction to Machines
Week 8
Making the Product (3rd Rotation)
Week 9 Making the Product
Week 10 Making the Product
Week 11 Completing the Product
Week 12 Completing the Product
END OF AUTUMN SEMESTER
ASSESSMENT
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READING LIST
WORKSHOP INSTRUCTIONS
Students must wear safety footwear, there are some available in the
workshop, however students are advised to buy their own safety shoes.
Resources
Most required materials will be available from Workshop Technicians;
however you may have to supply other material yourself, depending on
the complexity of your designed model.
You are responsible for your work and models at all times and you will not
be compensated if you have lost or misplaced it. You have to bring it with
you to all the workshop sessions and you will be marked as unattended if
you could not carry on with the work required.
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REGULATIONS
The module conforms fully to the UG/FD regulatory framework; please refer to the
link below for further details regarding all the university regulations:
https://www.derby.ac.uk/about/academic-regulations
Lectures and Tutorials Guidance: The module will be structured with lecturers and
practical sessions. You will be expected to attend all the lectures and tutorial
sessions.
Risk Assessment: For the classroom based teaching, a Risk Assessment has been
carried out by the University identifying the significant hazards and risks within this
environment. These will be communicated to you by the lecturer / technician during
the first lecture / session.
For workshop and/or laboratory sessions, specific Risk Assessments have been
carried out by the University identifying the significant hazards and risks associated
with specific activities in these environments. These will be communicated to you by
the lecturer at the beginning of the workshop and/or laboratory session.
As a minimum, during all workshop/laboratory sessions, you will be required to wear
protective footwear and appropriate clothing for a workshop environment.
Please speak to the Module Leader/Tutor if you are unsure or if you have any
special requirements that need to be considered in the planning of a
workshop/laboratory session.
Academic Offences: An "academic offence" has been committed when a student
tries to gain improper advantage for her/himself by breaking, or not following, the
Academic Regulations concerning any part of the assessment process. This
procedure applies to all students engaged in any University assessment activity
whether on or off site including collaborative programmes. Students must understand
what constitutes an academic offence including plagiarism, collusion and breach of
examination room regulations, and ensure that they do not commit such offences in
their studies and assessments.
Late Submissions: There are No automatic right to late submission with a capped
mark of 40%. However, the University acknowledges that there may be
circumstances which prevent students from meeting deadlines and there are now
three distinct processes in place to deal with differing student circumstances:
1. Assessed Extended Deadline (AED): Students with disabilities or long term
health issues are entitled to a Support Plan. The Support Plan will outline any
adjustments to assessments which are required to accommodate an
individual student’s needs.
2. Exceptional Extenuating Circumstances (EEC): The EEC policy applies to
situations where serious, unforeseen circumstances prevent the student from
completing the assignment on time or to the normal standard. Students who
submit a successful EEC claim will usually be required to complete a
different assessment to that which was originally set. All EEC claims will be
considered by Faculty/UDC panels, which will convene on a monthly basis.
For further details refer to the link:
3. Late Submission up to One Week: Covering unexpected and severe
disruption to study, where circumstances do not require the additional time
allowed for by an EEC, the Late Submission process enables students to
complete their existing assessment up to one week late, without a cap on the
grade. Requests for late submission will be made to the relevant Subject
Manager in the School who can authorise an extension of up to a maximum
of one week. The Subject Manager will expect to see compelling evidence
that such an extension is appropriate.
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Undergraduate Marking Scale: This scale applies to Levels 3, 4, 5 and 6 in
the University Credit Framework. The descriptors are typical characteristics of
the standard of work associated with each range of marks. The descriptors
are illustrative and for guidance only. They are not comprehensive. A mark of
40% is regarded as a minimum pass (refer to assessment briefs).
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Assignments: 1 and 2
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College of Engineering and Technology
Introduction
Engineering Design can be defined as an efficient and effective process that is
concerned with the development of ideas that leads to new products. Engineers
conceptualise and evaluate those ideas, using a systematic approach, making
them tangible through products. Their role is to combine art, science and
technology to create tangible three-dimensional products, facilitated by digital
tools. These tools allow engineers to communicate, visualise and analyse ideas in
a way that would have taken greater manpower in the past. The aim of this module
is to give students an opportunity to experience the process of carrying out a
design and build project. It will enable them to appreciate that design involves
synthesising parameters which will affect the design solution. The module will
introduce them to the workshop and a number of manufacturing process including
turning, milling and fabrication.
These elements will allow the student to carry out a design and build project fully
with the aim being to produce a working prototype/model of the finished product.
Learning Outcomes:
1. Develop a design specification that establishes customer requirements.
2. Develop and understand a design report with design concept, evaluation of
concepts and selection of optimum design solution.
3. Utilise and use computer technologies in the design process.
4. Employ correct tools, methods and measurement techniques, use them to
construct quality finished engineering products in a safe and efficient manner and
evaluate these engineering products for quality and accuracy.
Module Brief
You are required to design/make a Nutcracker and a Plumb Bob please refer to
drawings provided. The products must be manufactured using the resources and
facilities available within the University of Derby Workshop so that it can be tested
and used to provide accurate function. The design should also include a metal
bodied housing case to fit the product inside it.
In the workshop you are required to demonstrate machining skills such as shaping,
fitting, turning and milling. The items should be designed by having the following
questions in mind:
This is an individual NOT a group project. Each student will submit their own
design and make their own products. It is acceptable to discuss the design with
other students but don't copy their files or ideas, as that could be considered as
plagiarism.
c. Metal Box with lid to hold all the items (design and make).
Accuracy – what is meant by accurate? How accurate can the machine make a
component?
This is the closeness of the measurement to its actual size.
Determined by a number of factors, which includes;
o Capabilities of the machine used to produce the part.
o Capability of the measuring equipment.
o Human factor.
Parallel and Square/Perpendicular Features – Are there any features that need to
be Parallel or Square/Perpendicular?
Consider; Function
o Amount of force required.
o Type/hardness of the nut.
o Grip Range.
o Ease of use.
Material Costs
Unit Cost
Unit Length/
Material (excluding
Size/Qty.
VAT)
2” x 2” Rectangular Aluminium Bar 5 metres £139.20
1 ½” Diameter Aluminium Bar 4 metres £78.50
30mm diameter Bright Drawn Mild Steel Bar 3.35 metres £24.48
0.9mm Mild Steel Sheet 500mm x 300mm £2.25
M12 x 1.75mm Threaded Bar 1 metre £2.45
50mm Foam 2400mm x 600mm x 50mm £15.00
Paracord 100 metres £7.79
Labour Costs
Hourly Rate
Work Type
(excluding VAT)
Milling (Manual/SMX 2000) £55
Turning (Manual) £55
CNC Milling (Mini Mill)/Turning – Programming £110
CNC Milling (Mini Mill)/Turning – Machining £80
Fabrication/Fitting (Sheet Metal Work) £35
Measurement and Preparation/Finishing Work £25
Assignment No: 1
Assignment Title:
Design of a Nutcracker
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Menu-4790069-Nutcracker/dp/B000MEPWPM
Weighting: 40%
Issue Date:
24th September 2018
Hand-in Date:
8th November 2018 by 4pm
Presentation
Including structure of report, contents page, brief, introduction, 20%
references and appendices.
Market Research
Including existing products, competitors chart, market survey and 20%
analysis of results leading to justification of the product.
Design Specifications
Including structure, relevance and accuracy of information in relation to 20%
specific products.
Concepts
Including the sketching up of a number of different concepts and then
20%
evaluating them, using given appropriate methods, to decide on the most
suitable one.
Detailed Design
Final design drawings complete with dimensions for manufacture, to 20%
include chosen concept, box concept and layout.
Total 100%
Assignment No: 2
Assignment Title: Making a Nutcracker
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cm/5012904105335?gclid=CjwKCAjw5ZPcBRBkEiwA-avvk8F13LMcRp1hFaMP4H8WVwuU_oozmw-
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Weighting: 60%
Issue Date:
24th September 2018
1. All manufactured models: based on the workshop activities that you have
been involved with throughout the module, submit your final completed product
inside its housing case.
2. Report: based on the activities with which you have been involved for detailing
and developing the final design, submit a report which details the processes,
methods and technologies that you have used throughout this task.
Report (50%)
Presentation:
Including structure of report, contents page, brief, introduction 5%
references and appendices
Detailing the Design:
Discussing and describing the different technologies such as CAD 5%
technologies.
Detailing the Design:
Ergonomics and Anthropometrics Data that can be used to detail 5%
and analyse the final designs.
Making the Design:
Detailing the materials, manufacturing processes, methods and 20%
technologies that have been used in the workshop.
Making the Design:
10%
A simple costing analysis of the product.
Conclusion:
Overall reflections and discussion regarding the whole design 5%
process and this project experience.
Accuracy of Detail:
10%
Does the product meet the specifications of the drawings?
Case:
Does it function correctly: Does it open/close, are the parts secure 10%
within the case?
Total 100%
Appendix A
This brief checklist is designed to help you avoid some of the common mistakes
which can lose you marks on your coursework. After you have completed your
coursework assignment, then check through your work and ‘tick off’ each point
once you are sure you have fully addressed that aspect.
YOU NEED TO THEN SUBMIT THE COMPLETED CHECK LIST WITH YOUR
COURSEWORK.
Have you utilised the assessment brief to ensure you have correctly addressed the
coursework grading criteria?
Have you check your content is correct and up-to-date, preferably through use of at
least one peer-reviewed reference (not Wikipedia!)?
Have you cited the reference(s) you have used in the correct format?
Have you used a colour scheme which is easy to read?
Have you got a good balance between the amount of text and the number of
pictures/figures/tables/diagrams?
Have you labeled all figures/tables and diagrams?
Have you included an introduction and conclusion?
Have you used a Table of Contents and glossary of terms?
Have you used an appropriate front sheet?
Have you proof read your work and checked your spellings and punctuation?
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UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED: FINISH: DEBURR AND
DO NOT SCALE DRAWING REVISION No 1
DIMENSIONS ARE IN MILLIMETERS BREAK SHARP
SURFACE FINISH: EDGES
TOLERANCES: Machined
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