Course Purpose:

The course deals with the following topics:

i. Knowledge of the basic terminology used in machines.

ii. Introducing basic mechanical systems.

iii. Design (synthesis) of simple machines to achieve a desired objective.

iv. Ability to analyze displacement velocity, acceleration, and forces of machines.

v. Ability to use commercial software to achieve the above objectives.

These concepts will be demonstrated through a series of projects that will show the basic process of designing and analyzing machines.

Students will also gain familiarity with using MATLAB, or other programming tools for this purpose. Additionally, students will use WORKING MODEL to analyze mechanical systems.