Mechanical Design for Engineering Application

Program Description

This competency-based program develops participants’ ability to create and apply mechanical designs for engineering and manufacturing applications. The training covers engineering drawing principles, mechanical components, material selection, design calculations, CAD modeling, assembly design, technical documentation, and design validation. Participants progressively develop a practical design project based on engineering requirements, manufacturability, functionality, and dimensional accuracy.

Method

Instructor-led technical explanation and design demonstrations
Hands-on CAD modeling, drawing development, and engineering calculations
Project-based learning through design development, review, and validation

Requirements

Basic knowledge of mathematics, mechanics, and mechanical engineering
Basic ability to read engineering drawings
Basic computer literacy and willingness to use CAD software

Target Participants

Mechanical engineering students and graduates
Mechanical design engineers and engineering technicians
Production, manufacturing, and maintenance personnel involved in engineering design
Technical personnel seeking to develop practical mechanical design competence

Learning Output

Participants will be able to develop mechanical designs from engineering requirements, perform appropriate design calculations, create accurate 2D drawings and 3D CAD models, select suitable materials and mechanical components, prepare technical documentation, and validate designs based on functionality, safety, manufacturability, and specified engineering requirements.

Program Advantages

The program combines engineering fundamentals with practical CAD and project-based applications, enabling participants to translate engineering requirements into functional and manufacturable mechanical designs while improving their design accuracy, technical decision-making, documentation, and problem-solving capabilities.

Subject Materials

1. Engineering Design Fundamentals
1. 1 Engineering design principles, specifications, and design requirements
1. 2 Engineering drawing, dimensions, tolerances, and standards
1. 3 Design considerations for safety, functionality, and manufacturability
2. Mechanical Components & Engineering Calculations
2. 1 Selection and application of shafts, bearings, gears, fasteners, and other components
2. 2 Basic strength, load, torque, and dimensional calculations
2. 3 Material selection based on mechanical and application requirements
3. 2D & 3D CAD Design
3. 1 2D technical drawing and drawing documentation
3. 2 3D part modeling and parametric design
3. 3 Assembly modeling, constraints, and interference checking
4. Design for Manufacturing & Engineering Validation
4. 1 Design considerations for machining, fabrication, and assembly
4. 2 Tolerance, fit, surface finish, and manufacturability review
4. 3 Design verification and identification of potential design problems
5. Applied Mechanical Design Project
5. 1 Development of a mechanical component or assembly based on specifications
5. 2 Production of 3D models, engineering drawings, and technical documentation
5. 3 Design review, improvement, and final project presentation