live, interaCtive classes over the internet

professional certificate of competency in

Mechanical
Design Concepts
for Non-Engineering
Professionals

12 Modules over 3 months

For upcoming start dates, please view our course schedule at:
http://www.eit.edu.au/schedule

you will learn how to:

• Apply basic mechanical engineering concepts such as force, work, power, moments and torque
• Identify the various balanced and unbalanced forces and loads in a system
• Determine the importance of common engineering material properties in relation to component
life and failure
• Perform basic design for static strength
• Apply the theory and principles governing the Presented by
operation of common mechanical drive components
• Select appropriate gears and bearings
Tom
• Understand the underlying principles governing Neillings
the operation of common mechanical prime Dip EE, Dip Bus Mngmt
movers and actuators
• Distinguish between the various heat transfer
mechanisms and understand the principles governing the design of heat-exchangers
• Perform simple design and selection of piping systems and related components
• Monitor, control and analyse vibrations
• Select the appropriate manufacturing system and understand the principles of design
for manufacturing
• Initiate and set up an effective but simple inspection and maintenance program
(including lubrication)
• Appreciate the need for standardisation and understand the common applicable
mechanical standards and codes

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BENEFITS OF LIVE
eLEARNING
• Attend lessons in an online classroom with
your instructor and fellow students
• Upgrade your skills and refresh your
knowledge without having to take valuable
time away from work
• Receive information and materials in small,
easy to digest sections
• Learn while you travel – all you need is an
Internet connection
• Have constant support from your course
instructor and coordinator for the duration of
the course
• Interact and network with participants from
around the globe and gain valuable insight
into international practice
• Learn from international industry experts,
based around the globe
• Live interactive webinars, not just a ‘book on
the web’
• Revisit recordings of webinars whenever and
as often as you wish
• Receive a certificate of completion for Competency in Mechanical Engineering".
Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
purposes
Presentation format
The course features real-world applications and
uses a blended approach involving self-study,
interactive online webinars and homework
assignments with a mentor on call. The course
consists of 12 modules, over a period of 3 months.
Some modules may involve a practical component
or group activity. For each module there will be an
initial reading assignment along with coursework,
quizzes or problems to be handed in and in some
cases practical exercises. Participants will have
ongoing support from their instructor and systems would be incomplete without including a review of mechanical vibrations. This will help you in
course coordinator.
Course reading material will be delivered in
electronic (PDF) format in advance of online
presentations. Presentations and group
discussions will be conducted using a live
interactive software system. Assignments will be
submitted electronically and wherever possible,
practical exercises will be conducted using
simulation software and remote labs.
live webinars
During the course you will participate in 6 live
interactive sessions with the instructor and other
participants from around the world. Each webinar
will last approximately 90 minutes, and we take
student availability into consideration wherever
possible before scheduling webinar times.
Contact us for details of webinar session scheduling.
All you need to participate is an adequate Internet
connection, a computer, speakers and, if possible, These eBooks are NOT required for the course – they are a bonus resource to aid you in your career.
a microphone. The software package and setup
details will be sent to you prior to the first webinar.
Please note: Webinars may last up to 2 hours
depending on student interaction and level of content.
presented by
Tom Neillings
Dip EE, Dip Bus Mngmt
Tom started his career as an engine fitter in the Royal Air Force (RAF). After
leaving the RAF Tom worked in oil and gas North Sea projects. During this
period he gained valuable experience and knowledge of diesel power
generating systems operating in harsh environments. Tom continued his
career in South Africa with a short period in Saudi Arabia.
Tom's down-to-earth and practical, yet entertaining approach to the subject
of diesel generators makes him a sought after speaker and instructor in this
area. His enthusiastic approach to training coupled with his helpful nature is guaranteed to maximise the
learning outcome for his delegates.
Please note: Instructors are subject to change.
12 modules over 3 months
overview:
This course provides a solid overview of the principles of mechanical engineering to those who haven't
worked in engineering or have only been peripherally involved.
This is a lighter less technical version of the more detailed alternative course "Professional Certificate of
Mechanical engineering in simple terms deals with any equipment that moves; this is what makes it
perhaps the most broad and diverse of engineering disciplines. The mechanical discipline essentially
derives its breadth from the need to design and manufacture everything from small, even nano, individual
devices, such as measuring instruments, to large systems such as machine tools and power plants. Easy
installation and serviceability are critical to the success of a mechanical system as is operational and
design flexibility.
Understanding parameters governing the selection and design of mechanical systems is essential for
identifying suitable systems for a particular application. In order to place all these issues in context, a good
working knowledge of mechanical principles combined with a solid understanding of key concepts such as
force, energy and heat is important.
Mechanical power transmission is discussed from the point of view of gears, couplings and bearings. Proper
selection and sizing of these critical mechanical components is vital to ensuring optimum performance and
improved efficiency of a mechanical system.
Recently, fluid engineering has undergone significant change and therefore a detailed overview of the
underlying principles of fluid power and its applications is vital. The theory behind heat transfer, the various
heat transfer mechanisms and the design of heat-exchangers is also examined. Any study of mechanical
monitoring, controlling and analysing vibrations.
The field of maintenance has evolved into a separate and highly specialised function. An effective maintenance
regime helps identify failure symptoms and enables initiation of corrective measures, for preventing
unscheduled and sometimes catastrophic failures. Lastly, a discussion on the numerous standards, codes
and regulations governing mechanical systems, helps put the whole course into perspective.
Includes 4 free
Over 1400 pages of tables,
Reference Manuals charts, figures and handy hints
valued at over US$400
You will have access to 4 of our
up-to-Date technical eBooks.
• Fundamentals of Mechanical Engineering (ME)
• Practical Hydraulic & Pneumatic Systems:
Operations and Troubleshooting (HY)
• Practical Lubrication Engineering for Engineers and Technicians (LB)
• Practical Mechanical Drives (Belts, Chains and Gears)
for Engineers and Technicians (MD)
All required reading materials will be provided electronically in smaller, easy-to-read sections, in the online student
portal throughout the course.
Please note: Students can also purchase the technical manuals both in hard copy and electronic format
at a reduced fee.
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COURSE outline HARDWARE
module 1: Mechanical module 7: Fluid Engineering and SOFTWARE
Engineering Basics • Concepts
• Introduction and basic concepts • Piping, selection and sizing REQUIREMENTS
• Units for engineering quantities • Pumps and valves All you need to participate is a computer with
• Interpretation of mechanical drawings • Symbols and diagrams an adequate Internet connection, speakers
• Seals, fittings, flanges gaskets and O-rings and, if possible, a microphone.
module 2: Engineering Materials
• Stress - strain relationship module 8: Theory of Heat Transfer The software package and setup details will be
• Properties of engineering materials: strength, • Laws of thermodynamics sent to you on the course start date.
hardness, ductility and toughness • Thermal cycles
• Thermal processing of metals and how it • Heat exchangers
affects their properties
• Ferrous and non-ferrous alloys
• Heat pumps Entrance
• Air conditioning
• Common failure of materials
module 9: Mechanical Vibrations
Requirements
module 3: Mechanical Design • Amplitude, phase and frequency Some practical work experience in some of these
• Basic principles topics would obviously be advantageous.
• Multiple degree of freedom system
• Factor of safety • Vibration measurement
• Static equilibrium • Troubleshooting
• Threaded fasteners PRACTICAL EXERCISES
module 10: Manufacturing and
module 4: Gears and Bearings Where possible, throughout the course you will
Production Systems
• Gears participate in hands-on exercises using simulation
• Metal production
• Troubleshooting software or remote labs, which will help you put
• Cast making and metal melting theory to practice immediately!
• Bearings • Die and precision casting
• Installation • Heat treatment
module 5: Mechanical Drives • Hot and cold working of metal
•
•
Belt and chain drives
Mechanical couplings
•
•
Basics of welding
Brazing
certification
• Torque converters and fluid couplings Participants completing and achieving
module 11: Maintenance at least 50% or more in each assignment
• Clutches • Breakdown, preventive and predictive and 100% in each quiz, as well as
module 6: Prime Movers maintenance attending 65% of the live webinars, will
• What is a prime mover? • Factors influencing equipment downtime receive the Engineering Institute of
• Condition monitoring Technology Professional Certificate of
• Internal combustion engines
• Non-destructive testing Competency in Mechanical Design
• Electric motors
Concepts for for Non-Engineering
• Hydraulic and air motors module 12: Mechanical Engineering Professionals.
• Gas turbines Codes and Standards
• Selection criteria • Standardisation
• Overview of standards
• Benefits
Please note: Course content is subject to change. Due to rapidly changing technology and based on feedback or Non-Engineeri
ng Professionals
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from students and instructors, E IT courses are continuously being updated and improved. Mechanical Desi

Certificates are provided in electronic

format. Hard copies are available for
an additional fee, contact us for details.

GROUP TRAINING
All our short courses are available for delivery
How we cover all this material ‘on demand’ for groups.

There is a considerable amount of useful practical material to cover in this three month course. To ensure you Online “Group Courses” can be shortened,
get the maximum value from the course, we provide highly interactive tutorial-lecture sessions where the lengthened, or can even be presented in a
instructor covers the key elements of the course in a web conferencing format which takes between 45 to 60 classroom.
minutes with question and answer discussions taking a further 30 minutes. We recommend investing between “Group Courses” are perfect for in-company/
5 and 8 hours of study per week (including the live webinars) In addition, we provide detailed manuals, software in-house training and can be fully tailored.
(depending on the topic), recordings and short videos, which you examine at your convenience. You will then For a summary of COST SAVINGS, a full list of
test your knowledge through a sequence of online quizzes and assignments. Throughout the course you will topics and delivery options, please email
receive ongoing assistance from your highly experienced instructor and dedicated eLearning co-ordinator who Kevin Baker: training@eit.edu.au or contact our
are only an email or phone call away. nearest office: www.eit.edu.au/administration
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