Faculty of
Engineering

 This course aims to introduce the basic principles of design and manufacturing of machine parts. Topics include: classification of materials based on structure, mechanical properties of materials, formation of solids from liquids of pure metals and alloys, single crystal and polycrystalline structure, types of loads, stresses; design of shafts, keys, flange clutching, flexible clutching; transmission elements, positive drives and friction drives, gear drives, power and motion transmission over long distance; belt drives, chain drives, selection of chain and sprockets for various applications.