SYNOPSES - Singapore Polytechnic

SYNOPSESmethods used in aeronautical servicingindustries. This module has two parts;basic metrology which includes inspection,and CNC machine programming. Labassignmentswill be given to all students topractise on various inspection methods usingCoordinate Measuring Machine (CMM),small tools and other measuring equipment.Basic CNC machine programming will betaught with some hands on exercises usingMTS CNC Simulator.MM2022Aircraft Maintenance PracticesMM8341Aircraft Maintenance PracticesAims to impart to students the hands-on skillsand working knowledge needed to properlycarry out maintenance practices according tothe requirements and procedures stipulatedby the Civil Aviation authority of Singapore.Topics include sheet metal construction andrepair, bonded structures, fastening devices,joining methods, control cables, pipes andhoses and safety precautions.MM2105Mechanics IIMM8311Mechanics IIThis module is a continuation of Mechanics I.It introduces to students the applicationsof basic ideas in solid mechanics to simpleengineering problems and the fundamentalsof machine components.MM2206Engineering DesignMM8221Engineering DesignProvides students with the basic knowledgeof engineering components and powertransmission elements and their use. Theyare also taught how to use the ISO and BSstandards and commercial catalogues for theirselection and design. In addition, machiningsymbols, linear & geometrical tolerance andengineering systems design are also taught.MM2207Computer-aided DesignMM8222Computer-aided DesignProvides students with a working knowledgeof solid modelling design. Topics coveredinclude parametric solid modelling, editingof models and model trees, creatingof 2D engineering drawings and 3Dassembly modelling.MM2208Computer-aided Design (DARE)MM8223Computer-aided Design (DARE)CATIA is the de-facto CAD software in theaerospace industries. This module aims toimpart aeronautical students with CADskills using CATIA. The module is designedto impart fundamentals of solid modelling,surface modelling and Sheet metal design inthe context of Aerospace. Generation of 2DEngineering drawings and assembly drawingsare also covered.MM2308Engineering Materials IIMM8331Engineering Materials IIThis module is a continuation of EngineeringMaterials 1. Topics covered include failure ofmetals, corrosion, non-destructive testing,electronic materials, ceramic and compositematerials, surface technology and mouldingtechnology. Materials selection using materialsselector software will also be taught.MM2406Thermofluids IIMM8441Thermofluids IIProvides students with further knowledge onthermodynamics and fluid mechanics withparticular applications to air compressors, gasand vapour cycles.MM2420Aircraft Power Plants IMM8483Aircraft Power Plants IProvides students with the knowledge of the2nd law of thermodynamics, entropy, Ottoand Brayton cycles with power calculations. Itmoves on to the working principles of internalcombustion engines with particular emphasison aircraft engines. Constructional details:mechanical parts, induction systems, coolingsystem, oil & oil systems, fuel & fuel system,fuel metering systems, ignition systems andstarting systems. It also covers the groundoperation of aircraft piston engines.MM2504Fundamentals of FlightMM8481Fundamentals of FlightIntroduces the principles of flight governingheavier than air flying machines, namely;properties of the atmosphere, developmentof aerodynamic forces and pitching momentsfollowed by wing and plan form effects. Basicitems of aircraft performance, stability andcontrol, and fundamentals of high speed &rotary wing flight are also taught.MM2514Aircraft Structures & RepairMM8482Aircraft Structures & RepairAims to provide students with a basicknowledge of aircraft design andconstruction, beginning with an introductionof the different types of fuselage constructionand thence the main sections such as wings,empennage, flight controls, landing gear, etc.MM2603Industrial AutomationMM8461Industrial AutomationProvides students with a fundamentalknowledge of automated control operationsrelevant to the local manufacturing industries.Topics covered include pneumatics, relaycontrol system, programmable logic controller,actuators and sensors.MM2620Aircraft Electrical &Instrument SystemsMM8484Aircraft Electrical &Instrument SystemsProvides students with the knowledge ofcommon electrical items used in aircraftapplications. It then goes on provide anoverview of electrical systems, the variousairframe and engine instruments in use andtheir operating principles and of common testequipment and methods of testing.MM2700Product Design & Development IProduct Design & Development I is a projectbasedmodule, which challenges studentsto analyse consumer needs and to creativelyevolve a new design that will meet thoseneeds. They will then express their designs bycreating a virtual model in 3D. This moduleleads students through the various stagesof the design process and trains them touse computer aided industrial design tools,graphic and game development tools tovisualise their designs in three dimensionsspace. The cornerstone is a project in whichteams of multidisciplinary students conceive,design, and create a virtual model that realisesthe consumers’ needs. Topics taught includeidentifying customers’ needs, generatingproduct storyboards, developing designconcepts and creating realistic, fully-rendered,three dimensional models.Singapore Polytechnic Prospectus 2008/2009 303