SYNOPSES - Singapore Polytechnic

SYNOPSESMA6021ProjectComprises two distinct elements. In the first,students are set a design project, aimed atintegrating knowledge gained from otherclasses into a realistic naval architecture andmarine engineering context. The second partsets the foundation for individual projectstudy: students select a topic of personalinterest and develop a programme of work,including literature searching and setting ofaims, methodology and deliverables; for thosewho continue to the degree year, this exerciseforms the basis of a major component ofinvestigative project work.MA6022Ship Design SoftwareIntroduces students to a ship design/production application software usedin the marine industries for ship designand production.MM0233Biomechanics & RehabilitationEngineeringAims to develop a basic understanding ofapplied mechanics in biological systems andhuman locomotion. It includes the studyof the function and physical propertiesof the musculoskeletal system, as wellas biomechanical modelling to analysemechanics and human locomotion. Thiswill cover strength of materials, statics anddynamics of biomechanics. Students will learnthe application of engineering approaches tomanage neuromuscular disorders, congenitalorthopaedic disorders, traumatic injuries,amputation, prosthetic devices and the fieldof rehabilitation engineering.MM0251Aeronautical Engineering ScienceIntroduces the basic principles of flightgoverning heavier than air flying machines,namely development of aerodynamic forcesand pitching moments, items of aircraftperformance, and fundamentals of highspeedflight. Also covered are the conceptsfor aircraft design and construction andthe various systems for the operation oflanding gears and flight controls, cabinair conditioning and pressurisation,and fire protection.MM0840Human FactorsMM3840Human FactorsImparts the concepts and understandingof the human factors that affect theperformance in aviation and aircraftmaintenance, as well as the reduction ofhuman errors in maintenance tasks. Uponcompletion of this module, students should beable to apply error management techniques toreduce the potential for human error mishaps.MM0411Mechanical SystemsDesign & OperationProvides students with a working knowledgeof the design, selection, operation andmaintenance of various Mechanical Systemssuch as steam boilers, heat exchangers, aircompressors, centrifugal pumps, fans andDiesel engine. Relevant acts coverings theoperation and maintenance of steam boilersand air compressors are also covered.MM0600Air-conditioning SystemsDesign & OperationProvides students with a working knowledgeof the design principles and the operationof air-conditioning systems as used in both,commercial and industrial buildings. Particularemphasis is placed on the operation andmaintenance of such systems. Routineoperation and maintenance procedures ofsuch systems are also covered.MM1028Introduction to EngineeringPromotes interest in students and preparethem for their studies in engineering throughengaging them in practice and application ofskills and knowledge with simple exercises.On completion of this module, the studentswill acquire an attitude for generatingideas in engineering, implementingthem through team project activities andpresenting and defending their projectsin oral and written form.MM1108Mechanics IMM8111Mechanics IProvides students with an introduction to thebasic concepts of engineering mechanics;namely the units and dimensions, equilibriumconditions, friction, kinematics andNewton’s laws of motion.MM1208Computer-aided-DraftingMM8121Computer-aided-DraftingIntroduces students to the use of computeraideddrafting (CAD) software for thepreparation of mechanical engineeringdrawings. The module provides students withfundamental knowledge in blue print reading,orthographic projection, sectioning, assemblydrawing and basic solid modelling.MM1305Engineering Materials IMM8131Engineering Materials IProvides students with an introduction tothe basic properties and applications ofcommon engineering materials such as steels,cast irons, aluminium, copper, plastics andelastomers. Also students will be taughtthe knowledge of processes such as heattreatment process and casting processes.MM1401Thermofluids IMM8241Thermofluids IProvides students with an introductionto the fundamentals of thermodynamics;namely heat, work, perfect gas laws and the1st law of thermodynamics. Use of steamtables, basics of pressure and flow rate influid mechanics and their units and the massconservation law, (continuity) are also covered.MM2011Advanced Machining & InspectionMM8301Advanced Machining & InspectionProvides students with the basic knowledgeand hands-on experience in various typesof Advanced Machining equipment used inmanufacturing. This includes CNC lathes,EDM and wire cutting processes. Studentsare also taught the inspection techniquesused in industry.MM2012Computer-aided-MachiningMM8302Computer-aided-MachiningAims to provide students with a workingknowledge on programming, operating,as well as the capabilities and limitationsof various computer controlled machiningprocesses. These include CNC milling, CNCturning and electrical discharge machining.Students are encouraged to use their owninitiative to research into the respective areaand keep up with the latest technology.MM2021Computer-aidedMachining & MetrologyMM8340Computer-aidedMachining & MetrologyProvides students with a basic knowledge ofmetrology and computer-aided machining302 Singapore Polytechnic Prospectus 2008/2009