Synopsis Of Year 2 Modules

EG2001
Engineering Mathematics 2A
[60 hours]
This is a continuation of Engineering Mathematics 1. Topics covered include solutions of 1st and 2nd order differential equations, partial differentiation and Laplace transform.

EG2124
Engineering Mechanics 2
[45 hours]
This module builds on the foundation of Engineering Mechanics 1 and covers more practical and complex mechanical analysis. It is to provide the students with the various concepts of solid mechanics and dynamic behaviour of physical body in motion. Students should be able to appreciate, analyse and utilise their knowledge to solve real-life problems related to engineering applications upon completion of this module.

EG2431
Automation Systems
[60 hours]
This module equips students with the application knowledge of pneumatics, electro-pneumatic control basic circuit protection device, automatic control principles, programmable Logic controller and their applications. Other areas include various manufacturing systems/technology, workstation/machine design concepts/tools. The manufacturing systems covered include group technology, flexible-manufacturing systems and computer-integrated manufacturing.

EG2432
Manufacturing Information System
[60 hours]
This module provides students with the fundamental concepts of manufacturing information system in production planning and control, and the knowledge of utilizing various established tools and techniques, and computer-based manufacturing systems to perform production planning and control activities in a manufacturing enterprise. Topics include Material Requirement Planning (MRP), Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP II) and Just-In-Time (JIT) manufacturing.

EG2433
3D Mould Design & Plastic Processes
[75 hours]
This module provides students with the knowledge and skills that are essential to design injection moulds. They will also be exposed to applications of Computer Aided Manufacturing and Mould flow simulation software. In addition to mould design, students will be equipped with the essential knowledge in injection moulding technology. Topics includes, the hydraulic and toggle types of clamping units, modern screw for thermoplastics injection types, as well as the moulding defects and its remedies, and the machine specification. Students will also be taught with a comprehensive understanding of the various plastics processes and finishing techniques.

EG2434
Semestral Project 3
[90 hours]
Introduces the application of computer numerical control (CNC) technology and hands-on skills for tool and component manufacturing, it exposes students with a working knowledge to integrate process planning, manual and interactive programming, operating as well as the capabilities and limitations of computer numerical controlled machining processes. These include CNC milling and CNC turning.

Complementary Studies
[30 hours]
This module provides an understanding of business and develops entrepreneurial skills. Students study non-engineering subjects such as economics, cost accounting, marketing and foreign languages.

EG2089
Engineering Mathematics 2C
[60 hours]
This is a continuation of Engineering Mathematics 1. Topics covered include Fourier Series, permutation, combination, probability and probability distributions.

EG2127
Thermofluids
[60 hours]
The module aims to introduce the fundamentals of thermodynamics, heat transfer and fluid mechanics. In the topics of thermodynamics and heat transfer, the properties of pure substances and ideal gases, laws of thermodynamics and processes of heat transfer are introduced. In the topics of fluid mechanics, the properties of fluids, the concepts and basic equations of fluid static’s and fluid flow are covered. Lab experiments will be used reinforce the basic concepts.

EG2441
Quality Process Control & Management
[60 hours]
This module provides students the knowledge of descriptive and inferential statistics and how statistics could be used to control a process in manufacturing a product. The key coverage includes basic statistics, probability distributions, point estimation, interval estimation, sampling theory, control charts, acceptance sampling plans and process capability studies. Students will have hands-on experience on digital instruments, digital processors, statistical process control software. The module also introduces nanometrology, six-sigma, and lean manufacturing.

EG2442
Mechanical & Fixture Design
[60 hours]
This module introduces the students to the fundamental concepts and considerations of mechanical design and the design of machine elements. It provides them with the necessary knowledge that is pertinent to basic mechanical system design. The students will be tasked to design simple mechanical systems using suitably designed/selected machine elements and engineering components from commercial catalogues. It also provides students with a thorough understanding and working knowledge on how and why jigs and fixture are designed and built by presenting the fundamental principles. Students will also be taught to apply basic engineering principles to complete jig and fixture design projects.

EG2443
Microfabrication & Nanotechnology
[60 hours]
This module covers the physical principles and fundamental concepts in micro systems and micro fabrication technology. Typical micro devices such as micro sensors and micro actuators will be introduced. Micro manufacturing processes like micro cutting, micro moulding, surface and bulk micromachining will be discussed. Students will also be exposed to nanometrology and nanotechnology.

EG2444
Semestral Project 4
[90 hours]
This module provides students with the essential working knowledge and skills on the electro-discharge machining (EDM) and EDM wire-cut (EDMWC) technology and machining processes. The module will also involve the electrode materials, electrode design, system integration, CAD/CAM/CAE application through participating in a series of programming exercises and practical sessions.

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Last updated on 23 Jan 2008 by Lawrence Durai