COMPUTER AIDED ENGINEERING (ANSYS)

EMS5CAE

2020

Credit points: 15

Subject outline

In this subject, fundamental knowledge of basic concepts such as data structures, and computational complexity will be illustrated in a manner that enables students to develop a comprehensive understanding of how to integrate different tools in a real business environment. Topics covered include common software platforms available to perform the engineering design, modelling, manufacturing and control. Principles of modelling and analysing, such as FEA (Finite Element Analysis);CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) based on ANSYS will also be briefly introduced. Upon successful completion of this subject, students will have developed a range of skills which will allow them to comprehend and effectively design engineering systems, using modern CAE tools, in a real-world industrial setting.

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SchoolSchool Engineering&Mathematical Sciences

Credit points15

Subject Co-ordinatorMitchell Sesso

Available to Study Abroad StudentsNo

Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters

Exchange StudentsNo

Subject particulars

Subject rules

Prerequisites Students must be admitted in one of the following courses: SMENC, SMENCB, SMENE, SMENEB, SMENM, SMENMB, SMELE, SMTNE

Co-requisitesN/A

Incompatible subjectsN/A

Equivalent subjectsN/A

Special conditionsN/A

Readings

Resource Type	Title	Resource Requirement	Author and Year	Publisher
Readings	Fundamentals of Computer-Aided Engineering	Prescribed	Benny Raphael, 2003	Wiley
Readings	Computer Aided Engineering Design	Prescribed	Anupam Saxena, Birendra Sahay, 2005	Springer

Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes

01. Problems to be solved with initiative (or creativity) using engineering.

Activities:: In the first two weeks, the fundamentals of CAE will be introduced, the students will gain general understanding of different software packages applied in CAE, the key features of SpaceClaim and ANSYS will be overviewed and the data structure and communications between different packages will be briefed.

02. Evaluate the assumptions of outputs generated by analytical software

Activities:: The principles FEA will be illustrated and the assumptions and limitations of analytical software packages will be explained, some typical works based on different platforms will be introduced during the workshop session. The students will have some practical sense regarding the key features, functions and outcomes of some specific software, and appreciate the capability of a mix of tools.

03. Integrate a range of tools to complete specific tasks requiring Computer Aided Engineering.

Activities:: Students will be given an industrial problem which needs to be solved with CAE tools, they will also be organized into small groups to address a complicated problem. The tools introduced in the following sessions can be applied gradually to help them complete their individual project and group project. They need to investigate the industrial context and gain an insight of the customer requirement, select a mix of appropriate tools to complete the task.

04. Communicate effectively, in both written and verbal modes, with experts in relevant sectors in relation to specific technical details, including a virtual reality environment.

Activities:: It is highly possible that the students need advice from specific experts in some unfamiliar sectors, they should practice how to explain their technical issue to an expert and appreciate the insights from outside. The skills to create a product or parts of a product in a virtual reality environment should be enhanced and able to make modifications according to analytical results. Sometimes, compromises have to be made, however they should be able to defend their decisions based on scientific principles or other factors.

05. Justify and interpret professional ideas in a team environment.

Activities:: The group project work and its progress will be supported and monitored by the teaching staff. Scientific knowledge and cooperative personal attributes will be required to achieve an excellent final report and successful presentation. During the presentation, the students will be questioned not only by the teaching staff but their classmates as well. It is also a good opportunity for them to learn from each other.

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Melbourne, 2020, Semester 1, Day

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment information

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMitchell Sesso

Class requirements

Lecture Week: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.

WorkShop Week: 10 - 22
One 3.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.

Assessments

Assessment element	Comments	%	ILO*
One 2-Hour end of semester examination (2000 words)		40	01, 02, 03
One individual project report (1500 words)	Students complete one project report which involves applying CAE technique	25	03, 04
One group project report (equivalent to 1,000 words/student)	Students create a report as a group around CAE concepts	15	04, 05
One 10 minute Group project presentation (250 word/student approx.)		5	04, 05
Quizzes (1000 words total)	5 Quizzes throughout the semester verify key concepts related to CAE. Quizzes are 20 minutes each held in class.	15	01, 02, 03

Melbourne, 2020, Semester 2, Day