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Principles of Engineering Design
Unit 1
Linear Design Strategy
Iterative Design Strategy
Inclusive Design Strategy
User-Centred Design Strategy
Sustainable Design Strategy
Ergonomic Design Strategy
Advantages of Iterative Design
Stages of Iterative Design Process
Primary Research in Design
Secondary Research in Design
Market Research Techniques
Using Anthropometric Data in Design
ACCESS FM Analysis for Products
Creating an Engineering Design Specification
Generating Design Ideas
Virtual Modelling Techniques
Physical Modelling Techniques
Prototype Manufacturing and Evaluation
Needs vs Wants in Design Specifications
Quantitative vs Qualitative Criteria
Scale of Manufacture: One-Off
Scale of Manufacture: Batch Production
Scale of Manufacture: Mass Production
Material Availability and Form
Types of Manufacturing Processes
Production Costs in Design
Market Pull vs Technology Push
British and International Standards
Legislation Impact on Design
Planned Obsolescence in Design
Sustainable Design: The 6Rs
Circular Economy Principles
Freehand Sketching Techniques
Isometric Drawing Techniques
Oblique Drawing Techniques
Orthographic Drawing Techniques
Exploded View Drawings
Assembly Drawings and Parts Lists
Block Diagrams in Engineering
Flowcharts for Design Processes
Circuit and Wiring Diagrams
Standard Conventions in Engineering Drawings
Line Types in Engineering Drawings
Abbreviations in Engineering Drawings
Mechanical Features Representation
Advantages of CAD Drawing Software
Limitations of CAD Drawing Software
Producing Models for Evaluation
Ranking Matrices for Design Comparison
Quality Function Deployment (QFD)
Virtual Modelling Methods
Physical Modelling Methods
Evaluating Design Outcomes
User Testing in Design Evaluation
Identifying Design Modifications
Unit 2
Communicating Designs
Introduction to Communicating Designs
The Purpose of Design Communication
Types of Design Communication Tools
Freehand Sketching Basics
2D vs 3D Sketching Techniques
Using Thick and Thin Lines in Sketching
Adding Texture and Tone to Sketches
Shading Techniques for Depth
Annotating and Labelling Sketches
Creating Isometric Sketches
Introduction to Engineering Drawings
Third Angle Orthographic Projection
Producing Orthographic Drawings
Creating Assembly Drawings
Exploded Views in Engineering Drawings
Sectional Views in Engineering Drawings
Understanding Line Types in Drawings
Applying Dimensions and Tolerances
Using Abbreviations in Drawings
Representing Mechanical Features in Drawings
Introduction to Computer Aided Design (CAD)
Benefits of CAD Over Manual Drawing
Limitations of CAD Tools
Creating 3D CAD Models
Using CAD Sketch Tools Effectively
Applying Dimensions and Constraints in CAD
Creating CAD Assemblies and Mates
Using CAD for Simulation and Testing
Rendering Techniques in CAD
Common CAD File Formats
Introduction to Product Evaluation
Using ACCESS FM for Product Analysis
Comparing Products Using Engineering Matrices
Introduction to Product Disassembly
Tools and Techniques for Product Disassembly
Analyzing Components and Materials
Understanding Assembly and Manufacturing Methods
Introduction to Modelling Design Ideas
Selecting Virtual Modelling Methods
Creating Virtual 3D Models in CAD
Simulating Product Operations in CAD
Selecting Physical Modelling Methods
Materials for Physical Modelling
Tools and Equipment for Physical Modelling
Safe Working Practices in Modelling
Recording Key Stages of Prototype Production
Evaluating Prototypes Against Specifications
Identifying Improvements to Design Proposals
Common Mistakes in Design Communication
Examining Real-World Applications of CAD
Integrating Sketching, Drawings, and CAD
Preparing for Assessment in Communicating Designs
Unit 3
Design Evaluation and Modelling
Purpose of Product Evaluation
ACCESS FM Framework
Using Engineering Matrices
Ranking Matrices Explained
Product Disassembly Process
Tools for Product Disassembly
Safety in Product Disassembly
Analysing Components and Functions
Identifying Materials in Products
Assembly Methods in Manufacturing
Production Methods Overview
Maintenance Considerations in Design
Virtual CAD 3D Modelling Basics
Creating Single CAD Components
CAD Assemblies and Mating Components
Simulating Product Operation in CAD
Stress Simulation in CAD Models
Sheet Modelling Methods
Block Modelling Materials
Using 3D Printing for Prototypes
Selecting Tools for Physical Modelling
Safe Working Procedures in Modelling
Recording Prototype Production Stages
Identifying Design Improvements
Justifying Design Modifications
Advantages of Virtual Modelling
Limitations of Virtual Modelling
Comparing Virtual and Physical Models
Creating a Gantt Chart for Production
Developing a Risk Assessment
Using Task Lists in Production Planning
Work Plans for Prototype Creation
Evaluating Product Strengths and Weaknesses
Customer-Driven Product Analysis
Integrating Primary and Secondary Research
Using Manufacturer Manuals in Disassembly
Exploring Circular Economy Designs
Sustainable Design Principles
Applying the 6Rs of Sustainability
Legislation Impacting Product Design