COURSE OUTLINE

Mechanics of Machines
VERSION
EEFECTIVE
SESSION
080510_1.1
1 Dec 2011
DISEMBER 2013

CODE
PRE-REQUISITE
INSTRUCTIONAL DURATION
CREDIT(S)
LECTURE HOURS
JJ 311
JJ205
15 WEEKS
2
2 HOURS LECTURE
1 HOUR TUTORIAL

SYNOPSIS

MECHANICS OF MACHINES exposes the students with knowledge on basic techniques and concepts of
mechanics of machines. This course also gives knowledge on how to create and use simple methods to
solve problem in relation to hoists, friction, simple harmonic motion, velocity and acceleration diagram,
friction and belt drives.

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLO)

Upon completion of this course, the students will be able to:
No. Course Learning Outcomes
Programme
Outcome(s)
Taxonomies and
Softskills
Assessment
Methods
1. Solve problem related to hoist system,
simple harmonic motion and angular motion
by using mathematics, science and
engineering fundamental concepts correctly.
PLO 1 C3
Quiz, Test, End-
of-chapter
2. Use the basic techniques and concepts of
mechanic of machine to solve problems
relate to friction, balancing and belt drive
correctly.
PLO 1 C3
Quiz, Test, End-
of-chapter
3. Study the theory in mechanics of machine
related to engineering field in groups.
PLO 4 A3 Case Study

ASSESSMENT
The course assessment is carried out in two sections:
i. Coursework Assessment (CA) 50%
Quiz (2) 20%
Test (2) 30%
Case Study (1) 30%
End-of-chapter (4) 20%

ii. Final Examination (FE) 50%

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COURSE OUTLINE
Mechanics of Machines
VERSION
EEFECTIVE
SESSION
080510_1.1
1 Dec 2011
DECEMBER 2013

STUDENT LEARNING TIME

No. Learning and Teaching Activities SLT
1. Face to face learning
i. Lecture
ii. Tutorial
iii. Coursework Assessment (Test, quiz)

30
15
3
2. Non-face to face learning
i. Coursework Assessment
ii. Preparation and Review

16
30
TOTAL (SLT) 94
WEEKLY SCHEDULE

Week Learning Outcome
1 STUDENT REGISTERATION
2 1.0 HOIST
concept of lifting machines
3 1.0 HOIST
Apply the lifting machine with balancing mass
Justify hoist application in engineering field
4 2.0 SIMPLE HARMONIC MOTION
Show the concept of simple harmonic motion(SHM)
Show linear motion of an elastic motion
QUIZ 1 : HOIST
5 SEMESTER BREAK
6 2.0 SIMPLE HARMONIC MOTION
Show the concept of pendulum system
7 2.0 SIMPLE HARMONIC MOTION
Discuss SHM applications in engineering field

3.0 VELOCITY AND ACCELERATION DIAGRAM
Analyze velocity diagram method for a block sliding on a rotating link mechanism
EOC 1 - SHM
8 3.0 VELOCITY AND ACCELERATION DIAGRAM
Analyze velocity diagram method for a block sliding on a rotating link mechanism
Construct velocity and acceleration diagram by using graphical method ( crank and
connecting rod)
CASE STUDY
9 3.0 VELOCITY AND ACCELERATION DIAGRAM
Construct velocity and acceleration diagram by using graphical method ( crank and
connecting rod)
EOC 2 VELOCITY &A CCELERATION DIAGRAM
TEST 1 HOIST, SIMPLE HARMONIC MOTION & VELEOCITY AND ACCELERATION DIAGRAM
10 3.0 VELOCITY AND ACCELERATION DIAGRAM
Study velocity and acceleration of link mechanisms in engineering field

4.0 FRICTION
Explain the concept of friction
Analyze motion on a horizontal plane

11 SEMESTER BREAK
12 4.0 FRICTION
Analyze motion on a horizontal plane
Analyze motion on an inclined plane

EOC 3 - FRICTION
13
4.0 FRICTION
Analyze motion on an inclined plane
Study the friction application in mechanical component
CASE STUDY
14 5.0 BALANCING
Explain the concept of balancing
Construct the balancing of masses rotating in The same plane
15 5.0 BALANCING
Construct the balancing of masses rotating in The same plane
Construct the balancing of masses rotating in different plane-Dalbys method
EOC 4 - BALANCING
16 5.0 BALANCING
Construct the balancing of masses rotating in different plane-Dalbys method
Discuss balancing application in engineering field

6.0 BELT DRIVES
Explain the concept of belt drive
17 6.0 BELT DRIVES
Explain the concept of belt drive
Analyze the flat and V belt drive
QUIZ 2 : BELT DRIVES
TEST 2 FRICTION & BALANCING
18 6.0 BELT DRIVES
Analyze the flat and V belt drive
Discuss the current technology applied in Belting system
19 REVISION
20 - 22 FINAL EXAM
REFERENCES
i. Main References
1. Hannah, J. and Stephens, R. C. (1984), Mechanics of Machines, Elementary and Examples, Fourth Edition,
published Edward Arnold.

ii. Additional References
1. Iynkaran K., Koh, K. P., Lee, D. C. & Vigneswaran, V., Analysis of Mechanics and Machines,
Prentice Hall.
2. Joseph Edward Shigley and John Joseph Uicker, Jr. (1995), Theory of Machines and Mechanisms.
Second Edition, McGraw-Hill International Editions.
3. Nayler, G.H.F. (1996), Dictionary of Mechanical Engineering, 4th Edition, Society of Automotive
Engineer International.
4. Rajput, R.K. (2005), Engineering Mechanics, Dhanpat Rai Publications.
LECTURER

Lecturers Office Ext. No. Email
Mohd Bukhari Md Jahi Pejabat Pensyarah A, Aras 0, JKM 7007 mohd_bukhari@psas.edu.my
Ahmad Fakaruddin Mohd
Fauzi
Pejabat Pensyarah B, Aras 1, JKM 7025 fakaruddin@psas.edu.my
Noorhidayah Ramli Pejabat Pensyarah C, Aras 2, JKM 7036 noorhidayah@psas.edu.my
Abd Jalil Limat Pejabat Pensyarah A, Aras 0, JKM 7027 abdjalil@psas.edu.my
Norafzan Mohd Ranai


Pejabat Pensyarah C, Aras 2, JKM 7027 norafzan@psas.edu.my