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Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka

Ministry of Higher Education


Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education
(SLIATE)

ENHANCEMENT AND UPGRADING OF TECHNICAL EDUCATION


AT MATTAKULIYA ADVANCED TECHNOLOGICAL INSTITUTE
AND
LABUDUWA ADVANCED TECHNOLOGICAL INSTITUTE

FINAL REPORT
PHASE 2 - SYLLABUS

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
MARCH 2010
BY

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1. Key to the Subject Code


MA
EN
IT
CE
EE
ME

Mathematics
English
Information Technology
Civil Engineering
Electrical, Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering
Mechanical Engineering

2. Guide to the Four Digit Code


First Digit
Second Digit
Third and Fourth Digit

Academic Year (1or 2 or3 for the three respective years)


Semester
(1 or 2)
Number for a Module for a respective Division the
module is offered. It starts with 01 and increases.

Example.
CE2113 Offered by the Civil Engineering Department (Code is CE)
Second Year (First Digit = 2)
First Semester (Second Digit = 1)
13th Module out of the Total number of Modules offered by the Civil
Engineering Department during total of 06 Semesters (03 Academic
Years) [Third & Fourth Digit = 13]
3. Guide to the Remarks Column
C,E,M Common Module for all three Disciplines (i.e. Civil, Electrical, Mechanical)
C,E Common to Civil and Electrical
C,M Common to Civil and Mechanical
E,M Common to Electrical and Mechanical
C Civil only
E Electrical only
M Mechanical only
4. Other Abbreviations
Pro Production
R & A Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
Auto Automobile
MR Marine

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Code
MA1101
EN1101
IT1101
ME1101
ME1102
ME1103
CE1102
EE1101

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

Code
MA1202
EN1202
ME1204
ME1205
ME1206
CE1207
ME1207
ME1208
ME1209

First Year

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

First Year

Curriculum

Title
Applied Engineering Mathematics
English for Professionals
Workshop Engineering II
Engineering Graphics & AutoCAD
Fundamentals of Thermodynamics
Strength of Materials I
Properties of Engineering Materials
Introduction to Automobile Technology
Introduction to Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

Semester II

Title
Engineering Mathematics
English
Information Technology I
workshop Engineering I
Engineering Drawing
Engineering Mechanics
Fluid Mechanics
Basic Electricity and Electronics

Semester I

Weekly
Total Distribution GPA
Hours L T
Remarks
P Credits
C,E,M
30 2
2
C,E,M
60 2
2
C,E,M
60 1
3
2
C,E,M
60 1
3
3
C,M
66 2
1 3
3
C,M
51 1
1 3
2
C,M
30 2
2
M
60 1
3
2
M
60 1
3
2
477 13
2 20
18
Total Hrs per Week
35
Credits per Semester

Weekly
Total Distribution GPA
Hours L T
Remarks
P Credits
C,E,M
30 2
2
C,E,M
60 4
C,E,M
75 2
3
3
C,E,M
60 1
3
2
C,E,M
60 1
3
2
E,M
66 2
1 3
3
C,M
66 2
1 3
3
C,M
66 2
1 3
3
483 16
3 18
18
Total Hrs per Week
37
Credits per Semester

Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education


Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering (HNDE)

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

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Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education


Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

MA 1101
First Year
30

Hours Per Week:


Theory 02
Tutorial

Title
Semester
Credit Hours

Practical

Engineering Mathematics
01
02
GPA
None GPA

Filed Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge on the use of matrix algebra techniques in practical engineering
applications.
Student will be knowledgeable in the area of infinite series and their convergence
so that he/she will be familiar with limitations of using infinite series
approximations for solutions arising in mathematical modeling
Familiar with the functions of several variables which is needed in many branches
of engineering
Possession of the concepts of improper integrals, Gamma, Beta and Error
functions which are needed in engineering applications
Acquaint with the mathematical tools needed in evaluating multiple integrals and
their usage
Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room assignments, take home assignments, projects, mid semester examinations and end
semester examination.
Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 02 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written (drawing) examination of 03
hour(s).
Continuous Assessment

Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other (Attendance)

Mid
Semester
Exam
30%

End Semester
Exam
65%

5%

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Syllabus
1. Matrices

(06 Hours)

Characteristic equation Eigen values and Eigenvectors of a real matrix Properties of


Eigen values and eigenvectors Cayley-Hamilton Theorem Diagonalization of
matrices Reduction of a quadratic form to canonical form by orthogonal transformation
Nature of quadratic forms.
2. Infinite Series

(06 Hours)

Sequences Convergence of series General properties Series of positive terms


Tests of convergence (Comparison test, Integral test, Comparison of ratios and
DAlemberts ratio test) Alternating series Series of positive and negative terms
Absolute and conditional convergence Power Series Convergence of exponential,
logarithmic and Binomial Series.

3. Functions of Several Variables

(06 Hours)

Indeterminate forms and L Hospitals rule, successive differentiation of one variable and
Leibnitz theorem,
Limit and Continuity Partial derivatives Homogeneous functions and Eulers theorem
Total derivative Differentiation of implicit functions Change of variables
Jacobians Partial differentiation of implicit functions Taylors series for functions of
two variables Errors and approximations Maxima and minima of functions of two
variables Lagranges method of undetermined multipliers.

4. Improper Integrals

(06 Hours)

Improper integrals of the first and second kind and their convergence Evaluation of
integrals involving a parameter by Leibnitz rule Beta and Gamma functions
Properties Evaluation of integrals using Beta and Gamma functions Error functions.

5. Multiple Integrals

(06 Hours)

Double integrals Change of order of integration Double integrals in polar coordinates


Area enclosed by plane curves Triple integrals Volume of Solids Change of
variables in double and triple integrals Area of a curved surface. Mass center of gravity
and moment of inertia of two and three-dimensional bodies
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Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1. Grewal B.S., Higher Engineering Mathematics (40th Edition), Khanna Publishers,
Delhi (2007).
2. Ramana B.V., Higher Engineering Mathematics, Tata McGraw Hill Co. Ltd.,
New Delhi (2007).
3. Jain R.K. and Iyengar S.R.K., Advanced Engineering Mathematics (3rd Edition),
Narosa Publications, Delhi (2007).
4. Bali N., Goyal M. and Watkins C., Advanced Engineering Mathematics (7th
Edition), Firewall Media, New Delhi (2007).
5. Greenberg M.D., Advanced Engineering Mathematics (2nd Edition), Pearson
Education, New Delhi (1998).

Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):

Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

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Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education


Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

EN 1101
First Year
60

Hours Per Week:


Theory 04
Tutorial

Title
Semester
Credit
Hours
Practical

English
01
04
GPA

None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
To enable learners of English as an additional language to increase phonological
accuracy by developing an awareness of the features of English pronunciation, by
comparing learner language with the target language using real world and digital
media.
To extend and apply English language learning strategies to improve listening and
speaking skills in a range of task-focused situations.

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through quizzes,
take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical classes, projects and
mid term and end semester examination.
Mid terms are closed/open book written examinations of 03 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 03 hour
duration.
Continuous Assessment

Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical (Language Lab)
Project(s)
Any other (Attendance)

Mid
Semester
Exam
20%

10%
10%
10%

End Semester
Exam
40%

10%

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Syllabus
1. Further Development of Grammar from the Intensive Program

(08 Hours)

Review of tenses, conditional statements, question tags, time expressions.

2. Focus on Pronunciation

(08 Hours)

- Strategies for improving accuracy in pronunciation


- Articulation of sounds
- Phonological patterning
- Pitch and intonation patterns
- Features of connected speech

3. Spoken English in Practice

(08 Hours)

- Strategies for autonomous language learning


- Vocabulary acquisition strategies
- Word formation principles
- Listening to and reading transcriptions of spoken material in a range of contexts
- Strategies and skills related to practical speaking tasks
- Social and cultural contacts with speakers of English on campus and in the
community

4. Writing sentences

(06 Hours)

Sentence level accuracy, types of sentences and clauses; sentence structure issues, use of
appropriate vocabulary, narration/description, note making, formal and informal letter
writing, editing a passage

5. Language Laboratory activities

(30 Hours)

Introduction to the Sounds of English- Vowels, Diphthongs & Consonants, Introduction


to Stress and Intonation, Situational Dialogues / Role Play, Oral Presentations- Prepared
and Extempore, 'Just A Minute' Sessions (JAM), Describing Objects / Situations / People,
Information Transfer, Debate, Telephoning Skills, Giving Directions.

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Recommended Software:

1. Cambridge Advanced Learners' English Dictionary with CD.


2. The Rosetta Stone English Library
3. Clarity Pronunciation Power
4. Mastering English in Vocabulary, Grammar, Spellings, Composition
5. Dorling Kindersley series of Grammar, Punctuation, Composition etc.
6. Language in Use, Foundation Books Pvt Ltd with CD.
7. Learning to Speak English - 4 CDs
8. Microsoft Encarta with CD
9. Murphy's English Grammar, Cambridge with CD
Books to be procured for English Language Lab Library (to be located within the lab in
addition to the CDs of the text book which are loaded on the systems):
1.
2.
3.
4.

Spoken English (CIEFL) in 3 volumes with 6 cassettes, OUP.


English Pronouncing Dictionary Daniel Jones Current Edition with CD.
Spoken English- R. K. Bansal and J. B. Harrison, Orient Longman 2006 Edn.
A Practical course in English Pronunciation, (with two Audio cassettes) by J. Sethi,
Kamlesh Sadanand & D.V. Jindal, Prentice-Hall of India Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi.
5. A text book of English Phonetics for Indian Students by T.Balasubramanian
(Macmillan)
6. English Skills for Technical Students, WBSCTE with British Council, OL

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Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

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Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

IT1101
First Year
75

Hours Per Week:


Theory 02
Tutorial

Title
Semester
Credit
Hours
Practical

03

Information Technology I
01
03
GPA
None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the students will be able to acquire fundamental
knowledge of computer systems and database handling, create professional quality
spreadsheets and technical drawings.
Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room assignments, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical
classes, projects, mid semester examinations and end semester examination.

Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 01 hour duration.


End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written (drawing) examination of 03
hour(s).
Continuous Assessment
30%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
15%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
50%

5%

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Syllabus
1. Introduction to Computers

(02 Hours)

Types of computers, Main Components of a Computer, Central Processing Unit, Main


Memory, Input and Output Devices, Ergonomics of computer construction

2. Data Representation in the Computer

(04 Hours)

Numerical Data Representation, Character Representation, Memory Capacity, Information


storage in the main memory.

3. Secondary Storage Devices

(04 Hours)

Use of secondary storage devices. Hard Disks, Floppy Disks, Optical Disks and Magnetic
Tapes

4. Categories of Software

(02 Hours)

Hardware, Software and Firmware, System Software and Application Software., Types of
system software, Packaged Software and Custom-Written Software
5. Database Systems

(04 Hours)

Database Management Systems, Hierarchical Database, Network Database, Relational


Database, Object-Oriented Database

6. System Software

(04 Hours)

The Operating System, CPU Management, File Management, Task Management, Operating
Systems: Linux, DOS, Windows and its applications and Network Operating Systems

7. Spreadsheet Applications

(04 Hours)

Work sheet, work book, row number, column letter, cell and an active cell, reference area.,
Numbers, Label and Formulae, Copying data, moving data, inserting, deleting, moving
columns and rows, formatting cells, Functions., Macros., Multiple work sheets., Charts.

8. The World Wide Web


(04 Hours)
The Web and how it works, Browser, Web Portals, Multimedia on the Web, FTP, Telnet,
Newsgroup,

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Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1. Computer and Information Processing,
2. Using the World Wide Web
3. Microsoft Office 97 Professional Edition,
4. Information Technology; A practical course

D D Spencer.
D A Wall
M L Swanson
Harriet.Hraper

Practical List
1. Operation of Computers and devices
2. Word Processing
3. Spread Sheets
4. Data Bases
5. Internet

Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

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Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical)
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

ME 1101
First Year
60

Hours Per Week:


Theory 01
Tutorial

Title
Semester
Credit Hours

Practical

03

Workshop Engineering I
01
02
GPA
None GPA

Filed Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Knowledge on Workshop safety, operations, procedures, tools
Knowledge and skills on handling of machine tools and accessories
Knowledge and skills on Material processing for product design and
manufacture

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through quizzes,
take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical classes, projects, mid
term and end semester examination.
Mid terms are closed/open book written examinations of 02 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 03 hour(s)
duration.
Continuous Assessment

Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other (Attendance)

Mid
Semester
Exam
15%

End Semester
Exam
40%

35%
10%

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Syllabus
1. Introduction to workshop processes, tools and safety

(02 Hours)

a. The need for studying workshop technology, illustrations of different types of


workshops (i.e. mechanical, electrical, electronics, etc.) types of workshop processes,
overview of the tools/machinery/equipment, accepted operational procedures in different
workshops.
b. workmans trade; craftsmanship, the working of materials, economics of production
c. Standards; purpose, creation of standards, advantages, SI units, ISO
d. Machine Tools; general, lathe, mill, shaper, bench and column drills, hand drills,
electric hand drills, saws, welding equipment.
e. Safety and accident prevention; causes of accidents, behavior, hygiene, housekeeping,
clothing, proper protective gear, harmful substances, start-stop controls, precautions,
lifting appliances, storage, electrical safety, lubrication and coolants,
f. Fire Fighting; Legal provisions, the fire fighting triangle, inflammable substance,
oxygen, heat(ignition temperatures), preventive fire protection, structural fire protection,
preventive measures, conduct in case of fire, portable and other fire extinguishers,
testing, operational status and maintenance of protocols.
i.. supply and handling of material.

2. Measuring

(02 Hours)

Methods of Measuring; direct measuring instruments, indirect measuring instruments


Accuracy of Measuring
Types of Instrument
o Rule; types of rule; metric, precision steel rule, folding rule
o Straight edge
o Calipers
o Vernier caliper gauge; external measuring, internal and depth measurements
o Graduation of the vernier scale; reading the vernier scale
o Vernier depth gauge
o Vernier protractor
o External micrometer caliper; reading the micrometer scale
o Dial gauge
Fits
Terminology
o Mating surfaces
o Sizes; design size, tolerance, deviation, limits, actual size, clearance fit,
interference fit, transition fit
o Free dimensions
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o Tolerance grades
o Limit gauges; Go- not go gap gauge, Go-not go plug gauge, taper gauges, Feeler
gauges, Radius gauges
Marking out Tools
Scriber, center punch, surface plates and tables, surface gauge, scribing block, try
square, protector, dividers, vernier height gauge, rule stand, box square, center finder,
odd-leg calipers, trammels, Parallel marking gauge, bubble level, templates.

3. Engineering Materials

(04 Hours)

a. Classification (different types);


Metals Ferrous & Non-Ferrous
Plastics Thermoplastics, Thermosets, Elastromers
Ceramics & Other,
Composites
Structure of Materials; atomic bonds, crystalline structure, deformation and strength of
single crystals, grains and grain boundaries, plastic deformation of Polycrystalline
Metals,
Steels;
Production of Iron and Steel, Casting of Ingots, Continuous Casting, Alloy Steels,
Stainless Steels, Tool and Die Steel.
Nonferrous Metals and Alloys;
Aluminum and Aluminum Alloys, Magnesium and Magnesium Alloys, Copper and
Copper Alloys, Nickel and Nickel Alloys, Superalloys, Titanium and Titanium Alloys,
Refractory Metals and Alloys, Beryllium, Zirconium, Low-melting Alloys, Precious
Metals, Shape-Memory Metals, Amorphous Alloys.
Plastics;
Structure of Plastics, Thermoplastics, Thermosets, Additives, General Properties and
Applications of Thermoplastics, General Properties and Applications of Thermosetting
Plastics, Elastomers (Rubbers)
Composite Materials;
Structure of Reinforces Plastics, Properties of Reinforced Plastics, Applications, MetalMatrix and Ceramic-Matrix Composites, Honeycomb Structures.
b. Mechanical Behavior, Manufacturing Properties, Failure;
Tension, Compression, Torsion, Bending, Hardness, Fatigue, Creep,
c. Physical Properties;
Density, Melting Point, Specific Heat, Thermal Conductivity, Thermal Expansion,
Electrical and Magnetic Properties, Corrosion Resistance

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d. Metal Alloys;
Structure, Phase Diagrams, Iron-Carbon Diagrams, Iron-Iron Carbide Phase Diagram
and Development of Microstructures in Steels, Cast Irons, Heat Treatment of Ferrous
Alloys, Hardenbility of Ferrous Alloys, Heat Treatment of Nonferrous Alloys and
Stainless Steels, Case Hardening, Annealing, Heat-Treating Furnaces and Equipment.

4. Basic Workshop Operations and Tools

(07 Hours)

Common clamping devices


Parallel-jaw vice, Blacksmiths vice, Toolmakers clamp, Machine vice, Hand vice, Pipe
vice, Other clamping devices, vice attachments, safe use of clamping devices.
Hammering;
Hammers; riveting, hand, sledge Tinsmmiths and other special purpose hammers
Hammer-like tools; flatter, fuller, convex set hammer, Smiths chisel
Hammer construction and use of hammers
Purpose of hammering
o Materials which are easily shaped
o Materials which are difficult to shape
Hammer handles
Accidents with the hammer
Straightening
Changes in dimension
Methods of straightening
o Straightening by hand; main tools used
o Straightening with a straightening machine
o Straightening by the application of heat
Bending
Changes in structure, effect of cross section
The bending radius; factors affecting the bending radius
Materials with good bending properties
Marking tools
Bending methods
Sawing
Definition
Handsaws for metal
o Hacksaw; hacksaw blades, tension file
o Coping saw
o Machanicss saw
o Sheet saw
The saw blade

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o Material with design features


o Tooth spacing
Working with a saw
o Securing the blade
o Application
Power saws; jig saw, horizontal blade saw, circular saw, power hacksaw
Safety
Chiseling
The purpose of chiseling
Chisel manufacture
Common chisels; flat chisel, cross-cut chisel, drift punch, punching chisel, grooving
chisel, hole punch
Chiseling
Chisel sharpening (Grinding)
Accident Prevention
Filing
The file;
o Classification
o Type of cut; single-cut file, double-cut file, Rasp-file
o Type of width of cut; single-cut (mill saw file, Double-cut file, Rasp
o File classification by grade
Standard file nomenclature
o Type of file
o File cross section
o Securing the work-piece for file
Filing work
o Body position
o Movement of the file
o Application
Securing the file handle
Care of the file
Scraping
Purpose
Scraper blade
Types of scraper
Scraping flat surfaces
Coating with marking paste
Grinding
Grinding Methods
o Flat surface grinding
o Cylindrical grinding (internal and external)
o Hand grinding

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Tool Grinding; Grinding wheels, cup and dish wheels, different shapes of grinding
wheel
Wheel Construction
o Grinding wheels
types of bonding material; vitrified bonding, synthetic resin bonding, rubber
bonding
Types of abrasive; natural abrasive, artificial abrasive, fused alumina
Particle size; abrasive particles, size classification, wheel structure
Wheel hardness; grading
Factors in wheel selection; guide to wheel selection, material to be ground, type of
grinding, bonding agent, abrasive and colour
Riveting
Definition, purpose,
examples of rivet types & shapes of rivet heads
types of joint; lap-joint and butt-joint
riveting classification; structural, machine and pressure vessel
Rivet materials; steel, brass, plastic, copper and aluminum
Rivet form, rivet proportion, rivet holes, margin
Riveting methods; cold forming, hot forming
Load capacity of a riveted joint; joint in single shear and joint in double shear
Riveting faults, safety precautions.
Shearing
Hand shears; curved shears, slitters, bench (hand operated) shears
Selection of shears
Bench shears
Safety precautions
Drilling
Types of drill; flat, twist
Drill construction; types of steel, point and clearance angles, helix angles; standard
helix drill, slow helix drill, quick helix drill
Securing the drill
Taper-shank drills; securing taper-shank drills, grades of taper
Deep-hole drills
Securing the work-piece
Factors affecting the drilling operation
Cutting speed
Feed rate; drill grinding drill grinding jig and grinding faults
Cutting fluids; soluble oil; straight cutting oils; mineral and fatty-oil mixtures
sulphurized oils
Safety and accident prevention

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Countersinking and Counter-Boring


Countersink, cutting angle, counter-bore, spot-face cutter, center drill, three and four
groove (flute) twist drills
Reaming
Parallel reamers, hand reamers, adjustable reamers, taper reamers, shell reamers,
material allowance, reaming speed, lubricants, and safety precaution
Threads
Types of screw thread; V-thread, acme thread, round thread, buttress thread, square
thread
Screw thread terms
Thread types; ISO metric forms
Taps; types of tap wrench, tap set, bottoming taps, nut tap, Cutting external threads
Dies
Pipe stocks
Ratchet die stock
Table of ISO metric threads
Lubricants
Nuts, Bolts and Accessories
Types of fastenings
Screw and bots as fasteners
o types of screw bolt; Machine screws and bolts, special purpose bolts, wood screws,
nuts examples of uses
o Marking; example of ISO markings
Screw Locking; locking devices, compression devices, mechanical devices, examples
of mechanical devices, permanent and semi-permanent devices, examples of
permanent and semi-permanent locking
Point design
Tightening; screwdrivers, spanners, examples of common types of spanner and their
application, proper use
Pins and dowels
o Pin fastening; dowel pins, securing pins, shear pins
o Types of pins and dowels; parallel dowels, fitting a parallel dowel, taper pin or
dowels
o Fitting tapered dowels
o Slotted dowels
o Fitted bolts.
Soldering
Soldering process,
Soft solder abbreviations, composition and melting point
Forms of soft solder; flux materials, flux material containing acid, acid-free flux
materials
Soldering irons; types, gals blowlamp

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Soldering procedure; preparation, procedure, causes of defective soldered joints on


printed circuit boards
Safety
Hardening
Safety rules for hardening, heat treatment, the laws of structural change of unalloyed
steel, steel, hardening, tempering, annealing of steel, heat treatment of light metals,
devices for annealing and hardening, fault in heat treatment, hard metals (sintered
carbides), temperature measurement in hardening, hardness tests
Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1. Workshop Technology Part I, Part II and Part III; W A Chapman
2. Production Technology, Processes Materials and Planning; W Bolton
Practical List
Lecture(s) has the choice of selecting workshop practical provided form the list provided
separately for different disciplines (i.e. Civil, Mechanical, Electrical) depending on the
machines, tools, raw material available and the depth of practice needed. However, it is
advised to conduct a separate hand on session during the semester break of first two years
with (at least for Mechanical Engineering students).

Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Resource
Remarks
Person/Lecturer

End Semester Exam

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Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical)
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

ME 1102
First Year
60

Hours Per Week:


Theory 01
Tutorial

Title
Semester
Credit
Hours

Practical
(Drawing)

03

Engineering Drawing
01
02
GPA
None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Familiarization with the signs, conventions, abbreviations symbols and other
relevant tools of the universal language of Engineering Drawing that is used to
convey the engineering or manufacturing details/specifications of physical objects
with precision that no other existing universal language either written or spoken
with or without the assistance of photographs or pictorial sketches can convey.
Ability to originate own design drawings and to read the design drawings made
by others.
Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room assignments, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical
classes, projects, mid semester examinations and end semester examination.

Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 03 hour duration.


End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written (drawing) examination of 03
hour(s).
Continuous Assessment
30%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
15%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
50%

5%

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Syllabus
1. Introduction
(02 Hours)
Basic Concepts, writing and reading, lines and lettering, method of expression,
methods of shape, description of Orthographic and Pictorial views, Units Sections,
Intersections, Developments
2. Description and use of Instruments
(01 Hour)
Selection and Use, Scales and use of scales, Preparation of Drawings, Lettering
3. The Alphabet of Lines
(02 Hours)
Types of lines, Line gauges, Geometry of Straight Lines, Parallels, Perpendiculars,
Tangents, Tangent Points, Circles, Curves, Bisections, Trisections, Divisions, Angles,
4. Orthographic Projections and Sketching
(02 Hours)
Methods of Projection-Classification, Definition and views, Six Principal views,
Combination of views, Three Space Dimensions, Representation of Lines, Freehand
Sketching, Reading of Drawings.
5. Auxiliary Views
Basic Concepts, Classification of Surfaces, Skew Surfaces.

(02 Hours)

6. Sectional Views
(02 Hours)
Definition, Classification, Auxiliary Sections, Sections Showing Arms, Ribs, Lugs,
Crosshatching, Aligned Sections, Conventional Breaks and Symbols.
7. Pictorial Drawing and Sketching
(02 Hours)
Comparison with orthographic drawings, Isometrics, Perspective Drawings, Oblique
Projection, Sketching the Axes.
8. Dimensions, Notes, Limits and Precision
(02 Hours)
Lines and Symbols, Selection of Distances, Placement of Dimensions, Standard
Features, Precision and Tolerances, Production Methods.
Drawing Practice
Nine, 03 Hour Drawing Sessions to give students the adequate practice to grasp each
of the above 08 topics
Recommended Textbooks/Software
1. Siddheshwar, Machine Drawing, Tata-McGraw Hill.
2. K. L. Narayana and P. Kannaiah, Machine Drawing,New Age International Ltd
3. Textbook On Engineering Drawing Engineering Graphics, (Paperback -2005),
Narayana KI, Kannaiah P
4. Engineering Drawing, (Paperback 2008), Shah PJ.

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Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

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Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education


Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical)
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

ME1103
First Year
66

Hours Per Week:


Theory 02
Tutorial 01

Title
Semester
Credit
Hours
Practical

03

Engineering Mechanics
01
03
GPA
None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Understand the fundamentals of statics and dynamics.
Be proficient in using Statics and Dynamics to obtain solutions to engineering
problems.
Relate the fundamentals of Statics and Dynamics to practical applications.

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through quizzes,
take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical classes, projects, mid
term and end semester examination.
Mid terms are closed/open book written examinations of 02 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 03 hour(s)
duration.
Continuous Assessment
15%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
15%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
65%

5%

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Syllabus
1. Kinematics of a Particle

(04 Hours)

Units and Dimensions, Motion of Bodies, Rectilinear Motion of a Particle, Velocity of a


Particle in Rectilinear Motion; Velocity, Distance Travelled, Acceleration, 3-D motion of
a particle, Basic Properties of Vectors, Vectorial representation of forces and moments ,
Vector operations.
Velocity, acceleration in Plane motion, Centripetal Acceleration, Acceleration in 3-D
motion, Space, Time and Frames of Reference.

2. Fundamental Laws of Dynamics


(04 Hours)
Motion and interaction of Bodies, Force, Measuring Constant Forces, Coplanar Forces,
Resolution and Composition of forces, Equilibrium of a particle, Forces in space,
Equilibrium of a particle in space, Equivalent systems of forces , Principle of
transmissibility, single equivalent force, Newtons Second Law, Mass, Newtons Third
Law, Motion of a Body under the action of given forces, Constrained motion under a
body, Law of Conservation of Momentum, Transfer of Momentum from one body to
another, Impulse of a Force, Motion of a Body with Variable Mass.

3. Work and Energy

(02 Hours)

The Concept of Energy, Work and Energy, Work of a Force, Potential Energy of Strain,
Kinetic Energy of a Body, Perfectly Plastic Impact of Two Bodies, Elastic Impact,
Impact of Non-elastic Bodies, Potential Energy, Change of Energy of a Body in the
Gravitational Filed, Low of Conservation of Energy

4. Relative Motion

(04 Hours)

Inertial Reference Frames, Motion of a Body in a Non-inertial System of Reference,


Inertia Forces, Inertia Forces Acting on a Body in a Rotating Frame of Reference,
Weightelessness, The Relationship Between the Vectors of Angular and Linear Velocity
of a Paritcle, Inertia Forces Acting on a Body Moving in a Rotating Frame of Reference,
The Influence of the Earth Rotation on the Motion of Bodies

5. Motion of Rigid Bodies


(08 Hours)
Translational and Rotational Motions of a Rigid Body, Equilibrium Conditions of a Rigid
Body with a Fixed Axis of Rotation, Law of Dynamics for a Body Rotating about a
Fixed Axis, Angular Momentum, Kinetic Energy of a Rotating Body, Center of Gravity
and Centre of Mass of a Rigid Body, The Law of Motion of the Center of Mass of Body,
Plane Motion of a Body, DAlemberts Principle, Rolling Motion of a Cylinder on a
Plane. Maxwellw Pendulum, Moments of Inertia of Bodies, Huygens-Steiner Parallel

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Axes Theorem, Kinetic Energy of a Body for Simultaneous Translatory and Rotational
Motions, Free Axis of Rotation, Kinematics of a Rigid Body, Moment of a Force about a
Point and Angular Momentum of a Rigid Body, Angular Momentum of a Rigid Body and
Moment of Inertia, The Fundamental Law of Dynamics of a Rigid Body, Gyroscopes,
Motion of the Axis of Gyroscope, Motion of a Free Gyroscope, Gyroscopic Effect,
Rotation of the Axis of a Constrained Gyroscope, Motion of a Free Gyroscope

6. Friction

(06 Hours)

Frictional Force, Laws of Coloumb friction, coefficient of static and kinetic friction
Simple Contact friction, Rolling and slipping, Belt Friction, Dry friction, Fluid friction,
Semi lubricated friction, Screw friction, Simple clutches, Bearings,

7. Gravitational Attraction of Bodies

(02 Hours)

Law of Universal Gravitation, Inertial Mass and Gravitational Mass, Potential Energy of
Gravitation, Basic, Laws of Celestial Mechanics, Motion of Earths Satellites and
Spaceships

Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1. Engineering Mechanics Dynamics; R S Hibbler
2. Engineering Mechanics Statics; J L Meriam and L G Kraige
3. Applied Mechanics; H Hannah, M J Hillier
4. Applied Mechanics and Strength of Materials; R S Khurmi

Practical List
1. Rotating Beams Apparatus
2. Inclined Plane
3. Compound Pendulum
4. Worm and Wheel Drive
5. Belt and Rope Friction
6. Screw Jack

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Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

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Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

CE1102
First Year
66

Hours Per Week:


Theory 02
Tutorial 01

Title
Semester
Credit
Hours
Practical

03

Fluid Mechanics
01
03
GPA
None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall
Learning Outcomes
understand the basic principles governing the dynamics of non-viscous fluids
be able to derive and deduce the consequences of the equation of conservation of
mass
be able to solve kinematics problems such as finding particle paths and
streamlines
be able to apply Bernoulli's theorem and the momentum integral to simple
problems including river flows
calculate velocity fields and forces on bodies for simple steady and unsteady
flows derived from potentials
Method of Assessments
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through quizzes,
take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical classes, projects, mid
term and end semester examination.
Mid terms are closed/open book written examinations of 02 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 03 hour(s)
duration.
Continuous Assessment
Mid
End Semester
15%
Term(s)
Exam
Written
Oral
Quiz(s)
15%
65%
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)
5%

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Syllabus

1. Static fluid systems

(04 Hours)

Immersed surfaces: rectangular and circular surfaces (e.g. retaining walls, tank sides,
sluice gates, inspection covers, valve flanges)
Centre of pressure: use of parallel axis theorem for immersed rectangular and circular
immersed surfaces
Devices: hydraulic presses; hydraulic jacks; hydraulic accumulators; braking systems;
determine outputs for given inputs

2. Viscosity

(04 Hours)

Viscosity: shear stress; shear rate; dynamic viscosity; kinematics viscosity


Viscosity measurement: operating principles and limitations of viscosity measuring
devices (e.g. falling sphere, capillary tube, rotational and orifice viscometers)
Real fluids: Newtonian fluids; non-Newtonian fluids including pseudo plastic, Bingham
plastic, Casson plastic and dilatent fluids

3. Flow of real fluids

(08 Hours)

Head losses: head loss in pipes by Darcys formula; Moody diagram; head loss due to
sudden enlargement and contraction of pipe diameter; head loss at entrance to a pipe;
head loss in valves; flow between reservoirs due to gravity; hydraulic gradient; siphons;
hammer blow in pipes
Reynolds number: inertia and viscous resistance forces; laminar and turbulent flow;
critical velocities
Viscous drag: dynamic pressure; form drag; skin friction drag; drag coefficient
Dimensional analysis: checking validity of equations such as those for pressure at depth;
thrust on immersed surfaces and impact of a jet; forecasting the form of possible
equations such as those for Darcys formula and critical velocity in pipes

4. Fluid Dynamics

(06 Hours)

Introduction to Navier-Stokes Equation, Euler equation of motion along a stream line,


Bernoullis equation, application of Bernoullis equation to Pitot tube, Venturi meter, Orifices,
Orifice meter, Triangular Notch & Rectangular Notch

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5. Hydraulic machines

(08 Hours)

Impact of a jet: power of a jet; normal thrust on a moving flat vane; thrust on a moving
hemispherical cup; velocity diagrams to determine thrust on moving curved vanes; fluid
friction losses; system efficiency
Operating principles: operating principles, applications and typical system efficiencies of
common turbo machines including the Pelton wheel, Francis turbine and Kaplan turbine
Operating principles of pumps: operating principles and applications of reciprocating and
centrifugal pumps; head losses; pumping power; power transmitted; system efficiency

Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1. Frank M.White, Fluid Mechanics, McGraw Hill Publication.
2. James A. Fay., Introduction to Fluid Mechanics
3. Cengel & Cimbla Fluid Mechanics, TATA McGraw-Hill
4. Kumar K. L., Engineering Fluid Mechanics, S.Chand & Company Ltd, Eurasia
Publishing House
5. R.K. Rajput Fluid Mechanics & Hydraulic Machines, S.Chand & Company Ltd.

Practical List
1. Study of Pressure Measuring devices.
2. Determination of viscosity of liquids and its variation with temperature.
3. Stability of floating bodies and optimum loading capacity
4. Drawing Flow Net by using Electrical Analogy method.
5. Verification of modified Bernoullis equation.
6. Calibration of Venturimeter / Orifice meter.
7. Determination of hydraulic coefficients of orifice.
8. Calibration of notch (Triangular / Rectangular).
9. Laminar and Turbulent flows by Reynoldss apparatus.
10. Flow around immersed bodies, point of stagnation, formation of wake etc by Haleshaw
apparatus.
11. Determination of Friction Factor for Laminar and Turbulent flow through pipes of
different materials.
12. Determination of minor losses due

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Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):

Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

4
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Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education


Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

EE 1101

Title

First Year
66

Hours Per Week:


Theory 02
Tutorial 01

Semester
Credit
Hours
Practical

03

Basic Electricity and


Electronics
01
03
GPA
None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Understanding of DC and AC theory, test equipment and circuit design.
Residential wiring and safety
Troubleshooting skills through assemble of circuits, both simple and advanced.
Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room assignments, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical
classes, projects, mid semester examinations and end semester examination.

Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 01 hour duration.


End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written (drawing) examination of 03
hour(s).
Continuous Assessment
30%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
15%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
50%

5%

1
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Syllabus
1. Electrons and Electricity

(02 Hours)

Introduction, Atoms and their structure, electrical charge, Atomic number, Atomic weight,
conductors and insulators, electric current, electric voltage, batteries, wet cells, dry cells.

2. Resistance and Ohm's law

(02 Hours)

Introduction, Ohm's law, resistors, colour coding of resistors, types of fixed resistors,
variable resistors, combination of resistors, series resistances, parallel resistances.

3. Kirchhoff's Laws

(04 Hours)

Introduction, Kirchhoff's voltage laws, Loops, Loop current's Sign conventions,


Kirchhoff's voltage law in action, Kirchhoff's current law, Nodes, Kirchhoff'f current law
in action.

4. Magnetism and Electricity

(02 Hours)

What is a magnet?, Producing magnetism with electricity, producing electricity with


magnetism.

5. Transformers

(04 Hours)

Introduction, Coefficient of coupling, Transformer action, centre taps.

6. . Introduction to Electronic Instrumentation and Measurement

(04 Hours)

Introduction, Scientific notations, Physical Units, Physical Constants, Average,


Integrated Root Mean Square, Integrated Root Sum Squares.

7. Logarithmic Representations

(02 Hours)

Decibels, converting between dB notation and gain notation, special dB scales,


converting dB to voltage.

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8. Basic Measurement Theory


(06 Hours)
Introduction, Categories of measurements, Factors in making measurements, Errors,
Validity, Reliability and Repeatability, Accuracy and Precision, Categories of Errors.

Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1. Elements of Electronic Instrumentation and Measurements - Joseph J. Carr Pearson
Education III edition.
2. Basic Electricity and Electronics, Delton T. Horn, McGraw Hill
Practical List
1. Analying DC Circuit
2. DC Deflection Meter Movements
3. Analysing Circuit
4. Analog AC deflection type meters
5. Testing equipment
6. Service Power Supply
7. Soldering
8. Digital Electronics
9. Electrical Wiring
10. Safety

Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam


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4
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Code
MA1101
EN1101
IT1101
ME1101
ME1102
ME1103
CE1102
EE1101

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

Code
MA1202
EN1202
ME1204
ME1205
ME1206
CE1207
ME1207
ME1208
ME1209

First Year

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

First Year

Curriculum

Title
Applied Engineering Mathematics
English for Professionals
Workshop Engineering II
Engineering Graphics & AutoCAD
Fundamentals of Thermodynamics
Strength of Materials I
Properties of Engineering Materials
Introduction to Automobile Technology
Introduction to Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

Semester II

Title
Engineering Mathematics
English
Information Technology I
workshop Engineering I
Engineering Drawing
Engineering Mechanics
Fluid Mechanics
Basic Electricity and Electronics

Semester I

Weekly
Total Distribution GPA
Hours L T
Remarks
P Credits
C,E,M
30 2
2
C,E,M
60 2
2
C,E,M
60 1
3
2
C,E,M
60 1
3
3
C,M
66 2
1 3
3
C,M
51 1
1 3
2
C,M
30 2
2
M
60 1
3
2
M
60 1
3
2
477 13
2 20
18
Total Hrs per Week
35
Credits per Semester

Weekly
Total Distribution GPA
Hours L T
Remarks
P Credits
C,E,M
30 2
2
C,E,M
60 4
C,E,M
75 2
3
3
C,E,M
60 1
3
2
C,E,M
60 1
3
2
E,M
66 2
1 3
3
C,M
66 2
1 3
3
C,M
66 2
1 3
3
483 16
3 18
18
Total Hrs per Week
37
Credits per Semester

Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education


Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering (HNDE)

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

21

None
GPA
Credits

22

None
GPA
Credits

Page
Number
36
40
44
48
51
55
59
63
67

Page
Number
1
5
9
12
21
24
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Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education


Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
MA 1202

Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

First Year
30

Hours Per Week:


Theory 02
Tutorial

Title
Semester
Credit Hours

Practical

Applied Engineering
Mathematics
02
02
GPA
None GPA

Filed Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
acquaint with the concepts of vector calculus, needed for problems in all engineering
disciplines
sound knowledge of techniques in solving ordinary differential equations that model
engineering problems
grasp the concepts of complex variables and relevance of complex functions in
engineering problem analysis
understanding of the standard techniques of numerical solutions to engineering
problems.
knowledge of basic probability theory and will extend this into the real world of
applied statistics.
Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room assignments, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical
classes, projects, mid semester examinations and end semester examination.
Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 02 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written (drawing) examination of 03
hour(s).
Continuous Assessment

Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other (Attendance)

Mid
Semester
Exam
30%

End Semester
Exam
65%

5%

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Syllabus
1. Vector Calculus

(06 Hours)

Vector notations, Scalar and vector products, Triple products, Differentiation of vectors,
Level surfaces, Directional derivatives, gradient, divergence and curl and their physical
meaning, vector operators and expansion formulae, Line, surface and volume integrations,
Theorems of Green, Stokes and Gauss, Application of vector calculus in engineering
problems, orthogonal curvilinear coordinates, expression of gradient, divergence

2. Differential Equations
(08 Hours)
Differential equations of first order and higher degree, Higher order differential equations
with constant coefficient, Rules for finding C.F. and P.I., Method of variation of
parameter, Cauchy and Legendres linear equations.
Simultaneous linear equations with constant coefficients: Linear dependence of solution,
Removal of the first derivative-normal form, change of independent variable, single
integrable differential equation. Various applications of higher order differential
equations in solution of engineering problem simple harmonic motion, free forced and
damped oscillations of springs and electrical circuits.
3. Analysis of Complex Variables

(04 Hours)

Limit, continuity and differentiability of function of complex variables. Analytic


functions. Cauchy-Reimanns and Cauchys integral theorem, Moreras theorem ,
Cauchys Integral formula, Expansion of function of complex variables in Taylors and
Laurents series, singularities and poles. Residues theorem, contour integration,
conformal mappings and its application, Bilinear transformation.

4. Numerical Methods

(06 Hours)

Solution of equations in one variable, Successive substitution method, Method of false


position, Simple iterative method, Newton-Raphson method, Solution of simultaneous
linear equations; Jacobi method, Gauss Seidal method, Finite differences and
interpolation, Numerical differentiation, Numerical integration: Trapezoidal and
Simpsons rules, Runga-Kutta Method

5. Fundamentals of Probability & Statistics

(06 hours)

Elementary probability theory, Conditional probability and Bayers theorem,


classification, tabulation and presentation of data, Measures of location and dispersion,
Discrete and continuous probability distributions: Binomial, Poisons and Normal with
simple applications.

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Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1. Grewal B.S., Higher Engineering Mathematics (40th Edition), Khanna Publishers,
Delhi (2007).
2. Ramana B.V., Higher Engineering Mathematics, Tata McGraw Hill Co. Ltd.,
New Delhi (2007).
3. Greenberg M.D., Advanced Engineering Mathematics (2nd Edition), Pearson
Education, New Delhi (1998).
4. Ronald. E. Walpole, & Raymond. H. Myers. Macmillan, Probability and Statistics
for Engineers and Scientists (6th Edition). ISBN 0-02-424210-1.

Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

3
40/225

Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education


Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

EN 1202
First Year
60

Hours Per Week:


Theory 02
Tutorial

Title
Semester
Credit
Hours
Practical

02

English for Professionals


02
03
GPA
None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall
Learning Outcomes
Skills of formal writing; components of different forms of writing, strategies to
successfully complete the writing component of English medium tertiary courses.
Knowledge in a range of written business communications within the context of a
global trading environment.
Skill of silent reading and comprehension and awareness and significance on silent
reading.
Ability to guess the meanings of words from context and grasp the overall message of
the text, draw inferences etc.
Improved listening skills so that it helps improve their pronunciation.
Necessary training in listening so that they can comprehend the speech of people of
different accents.
Awareness on the role of ability to speak fluent English and its contribution to their
success.
Express themselves fluently and appropriately in social and professional contexts.
Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through quizzes,
take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical classes, projects, mid
term and end semester examination.
Mid terms are closed/open book written examinations of 03 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 03 hour
duration.
Continuous Assessment
Mid
End Semester
Semester
Exam
Exam
Quiz(s)
10%
15%
30%
Take Home Assignment(s)
25%
Practical (Language Lab)
10%
Project(s)
Any other (Attendance)
10%

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Syllabus
1. Writing Skills

(24 Hours)

a. The writing process


Research skills and sources of information; direct quoting, paraphrasing and
summarizing,
b. Referencing;
Main academic genres, structuring a range of short and extended academic genres,
Academic text cohesion and coherence; Academic style and conventions; Strategies
for autonomous language learning.
c. Writing strategies for tests and exams.
d. Computer technology for language development and word processing.
e. Business Writing for International Contexts
- Editing and text analysis skills for business documents
- Cultural and social contexts of international business
- Gender in specific forms of written communication
- Professional reports for business contexts
- Business letters in a range of genres
- Authentic business documents e.g. agendas, memoranda
- Ethics and legal issues in business

2. Reading Skills

(12 Hours)

Skimming the text, Understanding the gist of an argument, identifying the topic sentence,
Inferring lexical and contextual meaning, Understanding discourse features, recognizing
coherence/sequencing of sentences
Note(s)
The students shall be trained in reading skills using the prescribed text/material for
detailed study. They shall be,
examined in reading and answering questions using unseen passages which
may be taken from the
non-detailed text or other authentic texts, such as articles from
magazines/newspapers
Use of the internet for academics purposes to improve the speed of the use of
computers.

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3. Listening Skills
(12 Hours)
Listening for general content, Listening to fill up information, Intensive listening,
Listening for specific information
Students should be given practice in listening and identifying the sounds of English
language and to mark stress, right information in connected speech. Use of the language
Lab

4. Speaking Skills
(12 Hours)
Oral practice, Describing objects/situations/people, Role play; Individual/Group activities,
Just a Minute (JAM) Sessions.

Recommended Textbooks/Reading/Material
1. K. R. Lakshmi Narayanan, English for Technical Communication, Vol. 1 & 2, ,
Sci tech. Publications.
2. Andrea J Ruthurford, Basic Communication Skills for Technology, Pearson
Education, Asia.
3. Meenakshi Raman and Sangita Sharma, Technical Communication , Principle
and Practice, , OUP, 2009
4. Essential Grammar in Use, (with CD), 3/e, Cambridge University Press, 2009
5. M.Ashraf Rizvi, Tata Resumes and Interviews, McGraw Hill, 2009
6. Robert J. Dixson, Everyday Dialogues in English, Prentice-Hall of India Ltd.,
2006.
7. Farhathullah, T.M., Orient Blackswan, Communication Skills for Technical
Students, , 2008
8. Krishna Mohan & Meera Banerji , Macmillan, Developing Communication Skills,
2/e., 2009
9. Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English with DVD, Pearson Longman.

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Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

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Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

ME 1204
First Year
60

Hours Per Week:


Theory 01
Tutorial

Title
Semester
Credit Hours

Practical

03

Workshop Engineering II
02
02
GPA
None GPA

Filed Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Knowledge on Workshop safety, operations, procedures, tools
Knowledge and skills on handling of machine tools and accessories
Knowledge and skills on Material processing for product design and
manufacture

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through quizzes,
take home assignments, reports on laboratory practical classes, projects, mid term and
end semester examination.
Mid terms are closed/open book written examinations of 02 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 03 hour(s)
duration.
Continuous Assessment

Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other (Attendance)

Mid
Semester
Exam
15%

End Semester
Exam
40%

35%
10%

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Syllabus
1. Sheet Metal work

(03 Hours)

Flat sheets, sheet metal used for covering, material characteristics (steel, Aluminium,
Duralumin, Copper, Zinc, Brass, Lead, Tin, Corrosion and corrosion protection;
coating with oil and grease, painting and varnishing, enamel, plastic covering, metal
covering, dipping, electro-plating, spraying, chemically produced coatings,
browning, bonderising or Parkerizing, anodizing).
Marking with tools, templates, material usage
Cutting out (had shears, hand lever shear, machine shear, cutting with a chisel)
Making holes; punching machines.
Drilling of sheet metal, sawing and filing.
Shaping
o Straightening of sheets
o Bending by hand; turning edges (folding), bending
o Bending and folding with machines; using folding machine, bending formula
(general), press brakes, folding and bending machine

2. Turning

(04 hours)

General; tidiness and the guidelines for tidiness and orderliness in order to prevent
accidents, safety on the lathe, turning, turning operation
Construction of the lathe; base, lathe bed, headstock (main spindle noses, external
screw and internal taper, steep Morse taper with slotted nut, cam lock design and
baynonet mounting with taper), tool carriage (principal components, the apron,
lathe with reversing shaft, bathe with drag cable 10), tail stock, steadies (fixed
steady, traveling steady)
Devices for clamping the work pieces; purpose of the clamping devices, different
methods
o Locating between centers; different types of centre drilling as per DIN 332,
center drilling R48.5 DIN 332, centre drilling A48.5 DIN 332, centre
drilling B48.5 DIN 332.
o Tailstock centre; dead centre, live centre, revolving live centre, work piece driven
by lathe carrier, work piece driven with faceplate.
o Clamping in a chuck; three-jaw chucks, four-jaw chuck
o Clamping on mandrels; simple mandrels.
The turning tool
o Tool angles; tool in the middle of the work piece, tool below the centerline,
greater clearance angle, smaller rake angle, tool above centerline
Turning tools; right-hand square nose tool; right cranked side tool, sintered carbides,
tool holder (multi-tool holders, quick release holder, clamping the tool, setting tool
height.
Tool materials
Cutting speeds

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Knurling
Thread cutting

3. Milling

(03 Hours)

General housekeeping principals, care of tools and equipment, prevention of accidents,


Classification and design of milling machines, types of drives used in milling machines,
mounting work pieces, mounting milling attachments, Milling techniques, operating
procedures, operating parameters, cutting tools used for milling.

4. Gas Welding

(03 Hours)

Fusion welding, production of gases, safety precautions for gas welding and torch
cutting, physics of handling gas cylinders, classification of touches according to
construction, flames, accident prevention in gas welding, soldering brazing, torch
cutting, simple testing methods, welding symbols, measuring welds, measures applied to
reduce deformation in gas-fusion welding,

5. Electric Welding

(02 Hours)

Safety regulations for arc welding, electric welding, welding electrodes, setting the
welding current, striking the arc, welding positions, are welding, common welds, welding
defects, weld testing methods

6. Introduction to Metal Casting.

(02 Hours)

Solidification of Metals, Flow of Molten Metal in Molds, Furnaces and Melting


Practices, Casting Defects.

Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1. Workshop Technology Part I, Part II and Part III; W A Chapman
2. Production Technology, Processes Materials and Planning; W Bolton
Practical List
Lecture(s) has the choice of selecting workshop practical provided form the list provided
separately for different disciplines (i.e. civil, Mechanical, Electrical) depending on the
machines, tools, raw material available and the depth of practice needed. However, it is
advised to conduct separate hands on session during the semester break of first two years
with at least for Mechanical Engineering students.

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Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module)
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Resource
Remarks
Person/Lecturer

End Semester Exam

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Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
ME 1205

Module Number

Year
Number of Hours

First Year
60

Hours Per Week:


Theory 01
Tutorial

Title

Engineering Graphics and


AutoCAD

Semester
Credit Hours

02
03

Practical
(Drawing)

03

GPA

None GPA

Filed Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Visualize 3-D shapes, there developments and intersection of 1-D, 2-D, and 3-D
objects with plane(s) or 3-D space.
Use of AutoCAD to produce engineering drawings with respective application in
Civil, Mechanical and Electrical.
Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room assignments, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical
classes, projects, mid semester examinations and end semester examination.

Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 01 hour duration.


End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written (drawing) examination of 03
hour(s).
Continuous Assessment
30%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
15%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
50%

5%

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Syllabus
Part I Graphics
1. Graphic Geometry

(04 Hours)

Geometric Shapes, The Ellipse, Noncircular Curves, Parabola, Hyperbola, Cycolids,


Involute, Spirals, Helices, Tangents to Curves, Development of Plane-faced Surface,
Cone Locus of Points, Lines and Planes (projections)

2. Surface Intersections

(04 Hours)

Intersections of Lines and Planes, Prisms, Pyramids, Curved Surfaces, Cylinders and
Cones with Lines and Planes, Intersection of Cylinders and Cones.

3. Developed Views

(04 Hours)

Development of Prisms, Pyramids, Triangulation, Development of Connectors and


Transition Pieces, Development of Spheres, Joints, Connectors

Drawing Practice
Five, 03 Hour Drawing Sessions to give students the adequate practice to grasp each
of the above 03 topics.

Part II AutoCAD

(33 Hours)

Conduct of the 15 Lessons (under the Help menu) provided by the software during
the remaining 33 hours.
Through these 15 lessons it is envisaged to repeat the concepts covered in all the 08
topics of the Module ME 1102 Engineering Drawing conducted in the First Semester.
The advanced 3-D modeling will have to be covered under ME2111 Assembly
Drawing and Solid Modeling to be conducted in the Third Semester of second year.

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Recommended Textbooks/Software
1. David I. Cook and Robert N. McDonnal, Engineering Graphics and Design with
Computer Applications, Holt-Sounders International Editors.
2. Textbook On Engineering Drawing Engineering Graphics, (Paperback -2005),
Narayana KI, Kannaiah P
3. Textbook on Engineering Drawing with CAD, (Paperback 2008), Shah, B.M.
4. AutoCAD (latest or available version)

Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

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Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

ME1206

Title

First Year
66

Hours Per Week:


Theory 02
Tutorial 01

Semester
Credit
Hours
Practical

03

Fundamentals of
Thermodynamics
02
03
GPA
None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
A student will be able
To solve typical problems involving the application of the First and Second Laws
of Thermodynamics to pure substances. This will include understanding and using
the property tables.
to grasp working principals and performance analysis of useful cycles operating
based on heat engines

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through quizzes,
take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical classes, projects, mid
semester examinations and end semester examination.
Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 02 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 03 hour(s).
Continuous Assessment
15%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
15%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
65%

5%

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Syllabus
1. Importance of Thermodynamics. (02 Hours)
Thermodynamics and Energy, Illustration of the use of the knowledge of
Thermodynamics with real life applications, Forms of Energy, Internal Energy;
Physical Insight.

2. Vocabulary of Thermodynamics and Definitions

(02 Hours)

System, Property, State, Equilibrium, Path, Process, Cycle, Temperature and Zeroth
Law of Thermodynamics, Temperature Scales, Biological Systems and
Thermodynamics.

3. Energy

(02 Hours)

Forms of Energy, Internal Energy and Physical Insight to Internal Energy,


Comparison of Work and Heat.

4. Working Fluids; Concepts of Pure Substances and Ideal Gases (06 Hours)
Concepts of Pure Substance and Ideal Gas, Properties of Pure Substances, Physics
and physics of phase changes, Phase Diagrams, Independent Properties, Development
of Property Tables, Compressibility Factor, Ideal Gas Behavior, Ideal Gas Equations.

5. First Law of Thermodynamics and Enthalpy

(06 Hours)

Conservation of Mass and Energy, Adiabatic work, Enthalpy, Non-Flow Processes,


Internal Energy, Irreversible Processes, Flow Processes and Control Volume, Throttle
Processes, Experimental method of determining Dryness Fraction of Steam, Steady
and Unsteady Flow Processes.

6. Second Law of Thermodynamics

(06 Hours)

Limitations of First Law and a need for a Second Law for Thermodynamic Analysis,
Thermal Energy Reservoir, Reversible and Irreversible Processes, Heat Engine and
Thermal Efficiency, Heat Pumps or Refrigerators and the Thermal Efficiency or
Coefficient of Performance of Heat Pumps, Different Statements of Second Law,
Perpetual-Motion Machines, Absolute and Thermodynamic Temperature Scales,
Carnot Cycle and Carnot Efficiency.

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7. Entropy and Availability (Exergy) Analysis

(02Hours)

Clausius Inequality, Definition of Entropy, Isentropic Process, Availability (Exergy


or the Maximum useful work that can be obtained from a system at a given state in a
specified environment) reversibility and Irreversibility (Exergy Destruction).

8. Air Cycles

(04 Hours)

Air Cycles, Carnot Cycle, Otto Cycle, Diesel Cycle, Duel Cycle, Regenerative Cycle
or Stirling Cycle, Regenerator, Erricson Regenerative Cycle, Bryaton Cycle, Joule
Cycle
Performance characteristics; engine trials, indicated and brake mean effective
pressure, indicated and brake power, indicated and brake thermal efficiency,
mechanical efficiency, relative efficiency, specific fuel consumption, heat balance.
Improvements; turbo charging, turbo charging and intercooling, cooling system and
exhaust gas heat recovery systems.

Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1. Richard E. Sonntag & Claus Borgnakke, Introduction to Engineering
Thermodynamics, John Wiley & Sons.
2. Sonntag & Van Wylen's, Introduction to Thermodynamics, John Wiley & Sons.
3. Applied Thermodynamics for Engineering Technologists - S.I.Units; T.P.Eastop,
A.McConkey; Longman, ISBN No.:0 582 44197-8

4. Engineering Thermodynamics Work and Heat Transfer, G.F.C.Rogers, Y.R.Mathew;


ELBS, ISBN No.:0 582 05376 5

Practical List
1. Determination of calorific value using gas calorimeter.
2. Determination of calorific value using Bomb calorimeter.
3. Determination of dryness fraction of steam using Throttling Calorimeter or Separating
and Throttling, Calorimeter.
4. Trial on boiler to determine boiler efficiency, equivalent evaporation and Energy
balance.

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Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

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Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

CE1207
First Year
51

Hours Per Week:


Theory 01
Tutorial 01

Title
Semester
Credit
Hours
Practical

03

Strength of Materials I
02
02
GPA
None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes

Compute forces and reactions on structural members according to the Building


Code.
Proficiency in the basic concepts of truss analysis.
Compute stresses, strains, shear and moment in beams and columns.
Proficiency in the basic concepts and procedures used in designing timber beam
and column.
Proficiency in the basic concepts and procedures used in designing steel beams
and columns.
Solve torsion problems of circular shafts as solid or hollow bars

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through quizzes,
take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical classes, projects, mid
term and end semester examination.
Mid terms are closed/open book written examinations of 02 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 03 hour(s)
duration.
Continuous Assessment
20%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
15%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
60%

5%

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Syllabus
1. General Concepts

(01 Hours)

Analyzing the equilibrium of forces in the static state, relationship of the applied forces
to the deformation of a structure, compatibility of those deformations with structural
integrity.

2. Properties of Materials

(01 Hours)

Tension, compression, hardness and impact tests.

3. Stresses and Strains

(06 Hours)

stresses and strain in two and three dimensions, formulae for normal and shear stress on
inclined plane, Mohrs circle of stress, invariants of a Mohrs circle, maximum and
minimum principle stresses, pole of the Mohrs circle, Applications of Mohrs circle and
normal/shear stress formulae in analyzing stress systems, Youngs modules, shear
modulus and Poissons ratio, normal strain and shear strain.

4. Statically determinate systems.

(06 Hours)

St. Venant Principle. Stress analysis of thin walled vessels and rotating rings, closed
coiled and open coiled helical springs, flat spiral springs, leaf springs, conical springs.

5. Shear force and Bending Moment in Beams.

(05 Hours)

Relationships between loads, shear forces and bending moment; shear force and bending
moment diagrams. Bending stresses in beams, bending of beams of two materials.

6. Deflection of Beams

(04 Hours)

Simple Cases. Beam flexure equation for small deflections, direct integration and
moment area method.

7. Torsion of circular cross sections


(05 Hours)
Shear stress due to torsion, polar moment of inertia of a hollow/solid circular section,
torsion formula, tapering and composite shafts, strain energy due to torsion stored in a
shaft, transmission of power through shaft/pulley systems.

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8. Buckling of struts

(02 Hours)

Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1. Mechanics of Materials: An Integrated Integrated Learning System, T.A. Philpot,
J
Wiley & Sons, 2008.
2. Mechanics of materials, 3rd edition Ferdinand P. Beer, E. Russell Johnston, Jr. &
John T. DeWolf, McGraw-Hill, 2005. (Textbook)
3. Strength of materials, R.S Khurmi,, S. Chand & company LTD. 2001
Practical List
1. Shear force and bending moment
2. Tensile test
3. Computation of Forces in Trusses
4. Design of timber beams and columns
5. Design of steel beams and columns
6. Composite section behavior (e.g. Timber with steel)

Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

3
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Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education


Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
ME1207

Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

Title

First Year
30

Hours Per Week:


Theory 02
Tutorial

Semester
Credit
Hours
Practical

Properties of Engineering
Materials
02
02
GPA
None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Be able to identify engineering materials.
Be able to explain material behavior.
Be able to use simple testing and inspection equipment safely to determine the
properties of materials.
Be able to make a distinction between materials by comparing their properties.
Be able to identify how the selection of the material has influenced a product.

Method of Assessments
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through quizzes,
take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical classes, projects, mid
term and end semester examination.
Mid terms are closed/open book written examinations of 02 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 03 hour(s)
duration.
Continuous Assessment
15%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
15%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
65%

5%

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Syllabus
1. Historical Development & Justification/need for acquiring knowledge on
Engineering Materials.
(01 Hour)

2. Classification of Engineering Materials

(03 Hours)

Metals:
Ferrous; carbon, alloy, stainless, tool and die steels, cast irons
Nonferrous; aluminum, magnesium, copper, nickel, titanium, super alloys,
refractory metals, beryllium, zirconium, low-melting alloys, precious
metals
Plastics: Thermoplastics, Thermosets, Elastomers
Ceramics: glass ceramics, glasses, graphite, diamond, diamond-like materials
Composites: reinforced plastics, metal-matrix and ceramic-matrix composites,
and laminates.
Others: oxides, Nitrides, Carbides, engineered materials, nanomaterials, shape
memory alloys, amorphous alloys, superconductors and all other new materials
with unique/special properties.

3. Structure of Metals

(06 Hours)

The crystal structure of Metals: [body-centered cubic (bcc), face-centered cubic (fcc),
hexagonal close-packed(hcp)], Deformation and strength of single crystals,
Imperfections in the Crystal Structure of Metals, Grains and Grain Boundaries,
Plastic Deformation of Polycrystalline Metals, Recovery, Recrystallization and Grain
Growth, Cold, Warm and Hot Working

4. Manufacturing Properties of Materials

(04 Hours)

Tension, Compression, Torsion, Bending (Flexure), Hardness, Fatigue, Creep, Impact,


Failure and Fracture of Materials in Manufacturing and in Service, Residual Stresses,
Work, Heat and Temperature

5. Physical Properties of Materials

(02 Hours)

Density, Melting Point, Specific Heat, Thermal Conductivity, Thermal Expansion,


Electrical, Magnetic and Optical Properties, Corrosion Resistance

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6. Metal Alloys

(04 Hours)

Structure, Phase Diagrams, Iron-Carbon System, Iron-Iron Carbide Phase Diagram


and the Development of Microstructures in Steels Cast Irons, Cast Irons, Heat
Treatment, Harden ability, Case Hardening, Annealing, Heat-Treating Furnaces &
Equipment,

7. Ferrous Metals and Alloys

(02 Hours)

Production of Iron and Steel, Casting of Ingots, Continuous Casting, Carbon and
Alloy Steels, Stainless Steels, Tool and Die Steels

8. Nonferrous Metals and Alloys

(02 Hours)

Aluminum and Aluminum Alloys, Magnesium and Magnesium Alloys, Copper and
Copper Alloys, Nickel and Nickel Alloys, Super alloys, Titanium and Titanium
Alloys, Refractory Metals and Alloys, Beryllium, Zirconium, Low-melting Alloys,
Precious Metals, Shape-Memory Alloys, Nanomaterials.

9. Polymers

(02 Hours)

Structure, Thermoplastics, Thermosetting Plastics, Additives in Plastics, General


Properties and Applications, Biodegradable Plastics, Elastomers (Rubbers)

10. Ceramics

(02 Hours)

Structure, General Properties, Applications, Glasses, Glass Ceramics, Graphite,


Diamond

11. Composite Materials

(02 Hours)

Structure, Properties, Applications, Metal-Matrix & Ceramic-Matrix Composites and


other Composites.

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Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1. Materials Science and Engineering: An Introduction. William D Callister
2. Workshop Technology Part I, Part II and Part III; W A Chapman
3. Production Technology , Processes Materials and Planning; W Bolton

Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

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Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
ME1208

Module Number

Year
Number of Hours

First Year
60

Hours Per Week:


Theory 01
Tutorial

Title

Introduction to
Automobile Technology

Semester
Credit
Hours

02
02

Practical

03

GPA

None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes.
Identify major parts of a typical automotive engine.
Comprehension of the Terminology.
Understand the sub systems of an automobile and the basic function of the
major parts.
Cite and demonstrate safe working practices related to automotives and
automobiles.

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical classes, projects,
mid semester examinations and end semester examination.
Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 01 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 03 hour(s).
Continuous Assessment
30%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
15%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
50%

5%

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Syllabus
1. Introduction

(01 Hours)

Historical development of the automotives. Role of automotives in the Sri Lankan


socio economic status. Classification of automotive engines. Statistics of different
types of automotives based on the above classification in Sri Lanka. Regional and
global status. Legislature with relation to the manufacture import/export and use of
automotives in Sri Lanka. Social and environmental issues related to automotives
(auto industry) and initiatives taken to mitigate them. Role, scope and prospects for
HNDE diplomates in the automobile industry.

2. Engine Fundamentals

(02 Hours)

Main Strokes; Suction, Compression, Power and Exhaust. Major components


associated with the engine; piston cylinder unit and associated parts, rings, valves and
valve train, timing, spark plugs, injectors, crank shaft, crank case, cooling jackets,
engine block, Mechanisms and devices with respect to the intake of Air and exhaust
of combusted products. Cam shaft and cam

3. Engine Design Classifications

(02 Hours)

Air Cooling, Liquid Cooling, 2-stroke, 4-stroke, Compression ignition, Spark


ignition, Steam Engine, Cylinder arrangements; inline and other variations, Cylinder
numbering and firing order, Overhead cam engine, wankel engine, other
modifications for special purposes; turbo charging, inter cooling etc.

4. Engine Lubrication System

(02 Hours)

Main parts of an engine lubrication system with reference to the specific location,
Operation of the engine lubrication system, Types of lubricants; characteristics and
rates, Safety procedures that should be followed when working with the lubrication
system

5. Engine Cooling System

(02 Hours)

Functions of a cooling system, operation and construction of major cooling system


parts and assemblies, safety procedures when working on a cooling system.

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6. Fuel and Ignition Systems

(02 Hours)

Components in the fuel carburetion and injection systems with particular locations,
Mechanism of air supply, ignition system (applicable for spark ignition), Introduction
to advanced systems. Cleaning and filtration.

7. Transmission

(02 Hours)

Gear operating principles. Identify & define major parts of a transmission. Explain
the fundamental operation of a manual transmission. Trace the power flow through
transmission gears. Compare the construction of different types of manual
transmissions. Explain the purpose and operation of a transmission overdrive ratio.
Repeat the same for automatic transmission system.

8. Steering

(01 Hours)

Describe and identify major parts of a steering system. Operating principles of


steering systems. Differences between a linkage steering and a rack-and-pinion
steering system. Operation of hydraulic and electric-assisted power steering systems.
Operation of four-wheel steering systems.

9. Brake System

(01 Hours)

Mechanical and hydraulic brake systems. Identify the major parts of an automotive
brake system. Basic functions of the major parts of a brake system. Drum and disc
brakes. Operation of parking brakes. Operation of power brakes.

Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1. Internal Combustion Engines Analysis and Practice Obert, E.F., International
Text Books Co.,Scranton, Pennsylvania, 1988.
2. Automotive Engines, William H. Crouse, McGraw Hill Publishers, 1985.
3. Automotive Engines Ellinger H.E., Prentice Hall Publishers, 1992.
4. Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning (3rd Edition), By Tom Birch.

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Practical List
1. Two stroke engine
2. Four stroke engine
3. Fuel system
4. Lubrication system
5. Cooling system
6. Ignition system
7. Steering Mechanism
8. Breaks
9. SI and CI systems
10. Climate controls

Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

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Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
ME1209

Module Number

Year
Number of Hours

First Year
60

Hours Per Week:


Theory 01
Tutorial

Title

Introduction to
Refrigeration & Air
Conditioning

Semester
Credit
Hours

02
02

Practical

03

GPA

None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Refrigeration effect and different methods of refrigeration.
Types of refrigerants, characteristics of refrigerants
Working principals of practical refrigeration cycles and awareness on
performance

Method of Assessments
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room assignments, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical
classes, projects, mid semester examinations and end semester examination.
Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 01 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 02 hour(s).
Continuous Assessment
30%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
15%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
50%

5%

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Syllabus
1. Simple Vapour Compression Refrigeration

(04 Hours)

Vapourisation the Fluid, Controlling the Vapourising Temperature, Vapourising at


sub-atmospheric Pressure, Maintaining the Constant Mass in Evaporator, p-h charts
for Refrigerants, Simple Saturated Cycle, Analysis of Vapour Compression
Refrigeration Cycle, Unit of Refrigeration, Effect of Suction Temperature and
Condensing Temperature on Cycle Performance, Actual Refrigeration Cycle, Effect
of sub-cooling, super heating, Effect of Pressure Losses, Liquid Suction Heat
Exchangers.

2. Properties of Common Refrigerants

(02 Hours)

Requirement for Refrigerants, Identification of Refrigerants by Number,


Classification of Refrigerants, Comparison, Miscellaneous Properties, Heat Transfer
Comparison of the Refrigerants, Refrigerant Selection, Brines, Brine Selection.

3. Absorption Refrigeration

(04 Hours)

Introduction, Absorption Refrigeration System, Simple Absorption System, Practical


Vapour Absorption System, Simple Electrolux Domestic Unit, Improved Version,
Elementary Properties of Binary Mixtures, Temperature Concentration Diagram,
Elementary Steady Flow Process with Binary Mixtures, Theoretical Absorption
Refrigeration System, Large Tonnage Lithium Bromide-Water Equipment

4. Air Conditioning

(02 Hours)

Purpose of air conditioning and definitions, types of air-conditioners, system


components of HVAC systems.

5.

Operating requirements

(02 Hours)

Thermal comfort, basic psychrometrics, cooling load, ventilation, air distribution,


terminal velocity, temperature, relative humidity, air quality, noise,

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Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1. Althouse, A., Turnquist, C., & Bracciano, A., Modern Refrigeration and Air
Conditioning, The GoodheartWilcox Co., Inc USA. Latest Edition

Practical List
1. Vapour Compression refrigeration systems analysis
2. Energy balance calculation of different components.
3. Refrigeration controls and estimation of performance indices.
4. Absorption refrigeration system analysis
5. Domestic air-conditioners
6. Commercial air-conditioners
7. Industrial air-conditioners
8. Auto air-conditioner
9. Air Quality, Heat gain and cooling load estimation using measurements.
10. Air-conditioner in an air-craft.

Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

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ME2112
ME2113

ME2114
EE2111

1
2
3
4
5

6
7

8
9

1
2
3
4
5
6
7

Code
MA2204
EN2204
IT2203
ME2215
ME2216
ME2217
ME2218
ME2219
ME2220
ME2221

Second Year

Code
MA2103
EN2103
IT2102
ME2110
ME2111

Second Year

Curriculum

Title
Advanced Engineering Mathematics
Technical Communication Skills
Information Technology IIB
CAD/CAM
Fluid Power Systems
Mechanics of Solids
Production Technology I
Refrigeration
Automobile Technology I
Marine Engineering Knowledge (General)

Semester II

Title
Engineering Mathematics with Matlab
Essentials of Communication Skills
Information Technology IIA
Manufacturing Technology
Assembly Drawing and Solid Modelling
Applied Thermodynamics and
Introduction to Heat and Mass Transfer
Engineering Mechanics II
Control Systems
and Introduction to Mechatronics
Applied Electricity and Electronics

Semester I

2
3
20

3
3

Weekly
Total Distribution GPA
Hours L T
Remarks
P Credits
E,M
30 2
2
C,E,M
45 1
2
C,E,M
60 1
3
2
M
90 3
3
4
M
66 2
1 3
3
M
66 2
1 3
3
M(Pro)Option 1
96 4
1 3
5
M(AC)Option 1
96 4
1 3
5
M(Auto)Option 1
96 4
1 3
5
M(MR)Option 1
96 4
1 3
5
453 15
3 17
19
Total Hrs per Week
35
Credits per Semester

3
3

30 2
51 2
3
452 15
2 20
Total Hrs per Week
37
Credits per Semester

1
1

M
M

2
2

66
66

Remarks
E,M
C,E,M
C,E,M
M
M

Weekly
Total Distribution GPA
Hours L T
P Credits
30 2
2
45 1
2
60 1
3
2
44 2
3
3
60 1
3
2

Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education


Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering (HNDE)

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

21

None
GPA
Credits

22

None
GPA
Credits

Page
Number
104
109
113
116
121
125
129
133
138
143

96
100

87
92

Page
Number
70
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Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education


Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
MA 2103

Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

Second Year
30

Hours Per Week:


Theory 02
Tutorial

Title
Semester
Credit Hours

Practical

Engineering Mathematics with


Mat lab
01
02
GPA
None GPA

Filed Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Skills of solving engineering mathematics problems with Mat lab.

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room assignments, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical
classes, projects, mid semester examinations and end semester examination.
Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 02 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written (drawing) examination of 03
hour(s).
Continuous Assessment

Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s) (Mat lab)
Project(s)
Any other (Attendance)

Mid
Semester
Exam

End Semester
Exam
25%

10%
60%
5%

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Syllabus
1. Application of Algebra

(04 Hours)

Application of Algebra in Engineering - Linear Equations


Application of Algebra in Engineering - Quadratic Equations
Lab #1: Application of Algebra in Engineering: The One-Loop Circuit

2. Trigonometry

(04 Hours)

Trigonometry - One-Link Planar Robot


Trigonometry - One and Two-Link Planar Robots
Lab #2: Trigonometric Relationships in One and Two-Link Planar Robots

3. Vectors

(04 Hours)

2-D Vectors in Engineering


Complex Numbers in Engineering
Introduction
Lab #3: Measurement and Analysis of Harmonic Signals

4. Sinusoids, Harmonics and Matrices

(04 Hours)

Sinusoids and Harmonic Signals in Engineering


Systems of Equations and Matrices in Engineering
Lab #4: Systems of Equations in Engineering: The Two-Loop Circuit

5. Derivatives
(06 Hours)
Introduction to Derivatives in Engineering
Application of Derivatives - Velocity and Acceleration
Application of Derivatives - Electric Circuits
Application of Derivatives - Deflection of Beams
Lab #5: Derivatives in Engineering: Velocity and Acceleration in Free-Fall

6. Integrals

(04 Hours)

Introduction to Integrals in Engineering


Application of Integrals in Static
Application of Integrals in Dynamics
Application of Integrals in Electric Circuits
Lab #6: Integrals in Engineering: Work and Stored Energy in a Spring
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7. Differential Equations

(04 Hours)

Introduction to Differential Equations - The Leaking Bucket


Application of Differential Equations - Mechanical Systems
Lab #7: Differential Equations in Engineering: The Leaking Bucket
Application of Differential Equations - Electrical Systems
Lab #8: Differential Equations in Engineering: Spring-Mass Vibration

Recommended Textbooks/Reading
Gilat, A., Mat lab: An Introduction with Applications, 2nd ed., John Wiley & Sons, 2004.

Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

3
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Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
EN 2103

Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

Title

Second Year
45

Hours Per Week:


Theory 01
Tutorial

Semester
Credit
Hours
Practical

02

Essentials of
Communication Skills
01
02
GPA
None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall
Learning Outcomes
Recognize different perspectives and assumptions in communication.
Ability to explain the principles of good interpersonal communication and its
applications.
Skills of persuasion and negotiation in communication.
Ability to review and practice strategies for giving and receiving feedback.
Setting attainable goals to improve personal communication skills.
Improved soft skills and people skills, which will make the transition from student to
workplace smoother and help them to excel in their jobs.
Enhanced students performance at Placement Interviews, Group Discussions and
other recruitment exercises.
Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through quizzes,
take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical classes, projects, mid
term and end semester examination.
Mid terms are closed/open book written examinations of 01 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 02 hour(s)
duration and an oral examination of 20 min duration.
Continuous Assessment
25%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
15%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
20%
30%

10%

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Syllabus
Part I

PC Based

(40 %)

A. English Language Lab

(11 Hours)
(01 Hours)

1. Listening Comprehension
Listening and typing Listening and sequencing of sentences
Filling in the blanks Listening and answering the questions
2. Reading Comprehension and Vocabulary

(04 Hours)

Filling in the blanks - Close Exercises Vocabulary building


Reading and answering questions.
(06 Hours)

3. Speaking:
Phonetics: Intonation Ear Training Correct Pronunciation
Sound recognition exercises -Common Errors in English

Conversations: Face to Face Conversation - Telephone conversation


Role plays activities (Students take on roles and engage in conversation)
B. Career Lab

(10 Hours)

(Samples should be made available to learn and practice in the class room session)
1. Resume / Report Preparation / Letter Writing

(02 Hour)

Structuring the resume / report Letter writing / E-mail communication


Samples
(02 Hour)

2. Presentation Skills
Elements of an effective presentation Structure of a presentation
Presentation tools Voice Modulation Audience analysis Body
Language Video Samples

(02 Hours)

3. Soft Skill

Time Management Articulateness Assertiveness Psychometrics


Innovation and Creativity Stress Management & Poise Video Samples

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(02 Hour)

4. Group Discussion

Why is GD part of selection process? Structure of a GD Moderator-led


and other GDs Strategies in GD Team work Body Language Mock
GD Video Samples
(02 Hour)

5. Interview Skills

Kinds of Interviews Required Key Skills Corporate culture Mock


Interviews Video Samples

Part II
Class Room Sessions (Practice Sessions)

60%
24 Hours

1. Resume / Report Preparation /Letter writing : Students prepare their


own resume and report.
(04 Hours)
2. Presentation Skills: Students make presentations on given topics.

(08 Hours)

3. Group Discussion: Students participate in group discussions.

(06 Hours)

4. Interview Skills: Students participate in Mock interviews

(06 Hours)

Recommended Textbooks/Reading/Material
1. Meenakshi Raman and Sangeetha Sharma, Technical Communication
Principles and Practice, Oxford University Press, New Delhi (2004)
2. Barker. A - Improve your communication skills Kogan Page India Pvt Ltd, New
Delhi (2006)
3. Adrian Doff and Christopher Jones Language in Use (Upper-Intermediate),
Cambridge University Press, First South Asian Edition (2004)
4. John Seely, The Oxford Guide to writing and speaking, Oxford University Press,
New Delhi (2004)
5. Orey, Maureen and Prisk, Jenni. Communication Skills Training. ASTD Press.
Current edition.
6. Instructor designed handouts, Video clips, WORKPLACE COMMUNICATION
SKILLS, BUSN-0156

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Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

4
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Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

IT2102
Second Year
60

Hours Per Week:


Theory 01
Tutorial

Title
Semester
Credit
Hours

Practical

03

Information Technology IIA


01
02
GPA
None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Understanding of fundamentals of programming and start programming in Visual Basic

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room assignments, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical
classes, projects, mid semester examinations and end semester examination.

Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 01 hour duration.


End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written (drawing) examination of 03
hour(s).
Continuous Assessment
30%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
15%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
50%

5%

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Syllabus
1.

Fundamentals of Computer Programming

(.. Hours)

Visual development environment, Event driven programming, Variables and variable types.,
Input and Output , Sequence control structure, Selection control structure and Loop control
structure, Arrays., Modular programming.
2.

Visual Basic

(.. Hours)

Taught as presently done- as proposed by lectures of ATI Mattakkuliya.

Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1.
2.
3.

Developing Applications with Visual Basic


Teach Yourself Visual Basic 6 in 21 Days
Computer Networks - Second Edition

P R Reed JR,
G Perry.
Tanenbaum, S Andrew

Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

2
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Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education


Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
ME2110

Module Number

Year
Number of Hours

Second Year
44

Hours Per Week:


Theory 02
Tutorial

Title

Manufacturing
Technology

Semester
Credit
Hours

01
03

Practical

03

GPA

None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Choice of Manufacturing process and material for a product.
Select attachments. Setting of attachments.
Setting the work piece. Selection of cutting tools. Setting the cutting tools.
Operate the machines with accuracy
Take care and maintenance of the machines.
Determine the dimensional accuracy of jobs produced.
Inculcate Quality mindedness at all levels of work.

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room assignments, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical
classes, projects, mid semester examinations and end semester examination.
Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 02 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 03 hour(s).
Continuous Assessment
10%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
15%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
70%

5%

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Syllabus
1. Role of Manufacturing Processes and Technology in social and economic
development.
(02 Hours)
Background, overview of manufacturing/production processes, current trends (both
local and global), Significance and importance with respect to social and economic
terms such as share of the manufacturing/production in the local and global economy,
examples, design, selection of materials, costs and availability, Eco friendliness,
environmental concerns, recycling, choice of different processes and technology,
economies of scale, CAD/CAM, Quality Assurance, Total Quality Management.

2. Metal Casting: Processes, Technology, Equipment & Accessories

(04 Hours)

Metal Casting Processes: Sand Casting, Shell-Mold Casting, Expendable-Pattern


Casting, Plaster-Mold Casting, Ceramic-Mold Casting, Investment Casting, Vacuum
Casting, Permanent-Mold Casting, Slush Casting, Pressure Casting, Die Casting,
Centrifugal Casting, Squeeze Casting and Semisolid-Metal Forming, Casting
Techniques for Single-Crystal Components, Rapid Solidification (Amorphous Alloys),
Inspection, Melting Practice and Furnaces, Foundries and Foundry Automation.
Design, Materials, and Economics: Design Considerations, Casting Alloys, Economics

3. Rolling of Metals

(02 Hours)

Flat Rolling, Flat Rolling Practice, Rolling Mills, Shape Rolling Operations, Production
of Seamless Tubing and Pipe, Continuous Casting and Rolling.

4. Forging of Metals

(04 Hours)

Open-Die Forging, Impression-Die and Closed-Die Forging, Related Forging


Operations, Rotary Swaging, Forging-Die Design, Die Materials and Lubrication,
Forge ability, Forging Machines, Forging Practice and Process Capabilities, Die
Manufacturing Methods, The Economics of Forging.

5. Extrusion and Drawing of Metals

(04 Hours)

The Extrusion Process, Extrusion Practice, Hot Extrusion, Cold Extrusion, Impact
Extrusion, Hydrostatic Extrusion, Extrusion Defects, Extrusion Equipment, The
Drawing Process, Drawing Practice, Defects and Residual Stresses, Drawing
Equipment.

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6. Processing of Powder Metals, Ceramics, Glass and Superconductors (04 Hours)


Production of Metal Powders, Compaction of Metal Powders, Sintering, Secondary and
Finishing Operations, Design Considerations for Powder Metallurgy, Economics of
Powder Metallurgy, Process capabilities, Shaping Ceramics, Forming and Shaping
Glass, Techniques for Strengthening and Treating Glass, Design Considerations for
Ceramics and Glasses, Processing of Superconductors.

7. Forming and Shaping Plastics and Plastics and Composite Materials (04 Hours)
Extrusion, Injection Molding, Blow Molding, Rotational Molding, Thermoforming,
Compression Molding, Transfer Molding, Casting, Cold Forming and Solid-Phase
Forming, Processing Elastomers, Processing Reinforced Plastics, Processing MetalMatrix Composites, Processing Ceramic-Matrix Composites, Design Considerations
and Economics of Forming and Shaping Plastics.

8. Rapid-Prototyping Operations

(02 Hours)

Introduction, Subtractive Processes, additive Processes, Virtual Prototyping,


Applications

9. Quality Assurance, Testing, and Inspection

(04 Hours)

Product Quality, Quality Assurance, Total Quality Management, Tanguchi Methods,


The ISO and QS Standards, Statistical Methods of Quality Control, Statistical Process
Control, Reliability, Nondestructive Testing, Destructive Testing, Automated
Inspection.

Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1. Manufacturing Engineering & Technology, Kalpakjian, , 3rd edition, Addison
Wesley. ISBN # 0-201- 53846-6.
2. Manufacturing Planning and Control Systems,Vollmann, T.B., Berry,W.L.,
Whybark,D. (2003), McGraw-Hill

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Practical List
03 practical exercises to cover the following areas
1. Casting
2. polymer processing
3. Powder technology
4. Metal cutting and forming

Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Resource
Remarks
Person/Lecturer

End Semester Exam

4
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Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
ME 2111

Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

First Year
60

Hours Per Week:


Theory 01
Tutorial

Title
Semester
Credit Hours

Practical
(Drawing)

03

Assembly Drawing and Solid


Modeling
02
02
GPA
None GPA

Filed Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Create a production ready drawing of a simple machine part using a drafting board
and/or CAD system.
Create an orthographic assembly drawing of an end product incorporating the
previously drawn machine part using a drafting board and/or CAD system.
Create a pictorial assembly drawing of a simple production part using a drafting
board and/or CAD system.
Use appropriate technical references to create the bill-of-materials required for the
assembly of a specific end product.
Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room assignments, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical
classes, projects, mid semester examinations and end semester examination.

Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 03 hour duration.


End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written (drawing) examination of 03
hour(s).
Continuous Assessment
Mid
End Semester
35%
Term(s)
Exam
Written
Oral
Quiz(s)
20%
40%
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)
5%

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Syllabus
Part I Assembly Drawing
1. Limits, Fits & Dimensional Tolerances

(02 Hours)

Terminology, Necessity of Limit system, Unilateral and Bilateral Tolerances, Relation


between Tolerances and Manufacturing Processes, Methods of indicating tolerances on
drawings, IT grades, Systems of fits, Types fits, Selection of fits, Selection of tolerances
based on fits.

2. Geometrical Tolerances

(02 Hours)

Need of Geometrical Tolerances, Terminology, Tolerances for Single Features such as


Straightness, Flatness, Circularity, Cylindricity. Tolerances for Related Features such as
Parallelism, Perpendicularity, Angularity, Concentricity, Tolerance Symbol and Value,
Indicating Geometrical Tolerances on drawings.

3. Surface Finish

(01 Hour)

Surface Texture, Surface Roughness Number, Roughness Symbols, Range of Roughness


obtainable with different manufacturing processes.

4. Production Drawings

(04 Hours)

Assembly and Detail Drawing, Tabular and Standard Drawings, Bill of Material and
Parts Lists, Drawings, Order of Drawings, Penciling, Inking, Titles, Checking, Sketches,
Measuring and Dimensioning, Reproduction, Filing and Storage, Simplified Practices,
Templates, Overlays

Part II Solid Modeling


1. Assembly Modeling

(03 Hours)

Create Parts in the Assembly Modular Mode, Degrees of Freedom, Assembly Constraints, Create
Exploded Assemblies,

2. Content Center & Basic Motion Analysis


(03 Hours)
Content Center Library, Analyze Interference Tool, Drive Constraint tool to Create Motion,
Simulation Video Output File

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Drawing Practice
1. Five assignments on Hand Drawings
2. Seven assignments/projects on CAD

Recommended Texts/Software
1. Parametric Modeling with Autodesk Inventor 2010, Schroff Development Corporation.
2. Guangming Zhang, Engineering Design and Pro/Engineer Wildfire, version 4.0,
copyright 2008, ISBN # 978-0-09792518-3-8
3. AutoCAD/Solid Works/ProEngineer

Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

3
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Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Module Number

Year
Number of Hours

ME2112

Second Year
66

Hours Per Week:


Theory 02
Tutorial 01

Title

Applied Thermodynamics
and Introduction to Heat
and Mass Transfer

Semester
Credit
Hours

01
03

Practical

03

GPA

None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Types of devices designed based on the thermodynamics principles to extract net
positive work for useful processes and their thermodynamic analysis.
Practical applications of thermodynamic cycles and working substances that can
be utilized to transfer energy in thermodynamic or mechanical devices.
Performance indices/indicators of thermodynamics devices operating on
processes or cycles.
First Law analysis for processes and systems with change of chemical
composition
Principles of heat and mass transfer.
Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room assignments, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical
classes, projects, mid semester examinations and end semester examination.
Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 02 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 03 hour(s).
Continuous Assessment
15%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
15%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
65%

5%

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Syllabus
1. Reciprocating Air Compressor

(06 Hours)

Mechanical Details, Single Stage Compressor, Isothermal Efficiency, Adiabatic


Efficiency, Clearance and Clearance Volume, Volumetric Efficiency, Multi-Stage
Compressors, Inter-cooling, Indicator and Indicator Diagram, Mean Effective
Pressure, Indicator Horse Power, Mechanical Efficiency, Control of Compressor,
Optimum Intermediate Pressure, Imperfect Inter-cooling, Multi-stage compression
with Compression Index Different for both the stages and Perfect Inter-cooling.

2. Gas Turbines

(06 Hours)

Closed and Open Cycles f or Gas Turbines, Basic Close Cycle and Analysis (Bryton
or Joule Cycle), Optimum Pressure Ratio for Maximum Cycle Output, Optimum
Pressure Ratio for Maximum Thermal Efficiency, Open Cycle and Analysis, Jet
Propulsion, Specific Trust, Gas Turbine Cycles with Heat Exchanger or Regenerator,
Intercooling and Reheating, Multi-shaft Systems, Modern Gas Turbine Application.

3. Steam Generators

(02 Hours)

Classification of Boilers, Lancashire Boiler, Superheater Arrangements for


Lancashire Boiler, Cornish Boiler, Vertical Tubular Boilers, Multi-tubular Fire Tube
Boilers, Horizontal Return Tubular Boilers, Short Fire Box Boiler, Compact Boiler,
Locomotive Type Boiler, Scotch Boiler, Multi-tubular Vertical Fire Tube Boilers,
Chochran Boiler, Manning Boiler, Vertical Fire Tube Boiler, Water Tube Boilers and
Different Types, Babcock and Wilxcox Water Tube Boiler: Cross Drum, Bent Tube
Water Tube Boilers, Stirlling Boiler (Three Steam Drums, Two Mud Drums), High
Pressure Boilers.

4. Boiler Mountings and Accessories

(02 Hours)

Water Gauge and Water Level Indicator, Pressure Gauge, Steam Stop Valve or
Junction Valve, Feed Check Valve, Blow Down Cock, Fusible Plug, Spring Loaded
Safety Valve, Dead Weight Safety Valve, Lever Safety Valve, High Steam and Low
Water Safety Valve, Pressure Reducing Valve, Steam Traps, Steam Separator,
Economizer, Feed Pumps, Injector.

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5. Steam Nozzles

(04 Hours)

Definition, Isentropic Flow in a Nozzle, Velocity of Steam Leaving the Nozzle,


Entropy Changes with Fraction, Mass Flow of Steam, Critical Pressure Ratio, Effect
of Friction, Nozzles Operating off the Design Pressure Ratio, Super Saturated Flow in
Nozzles.

6. Steam Turbines

(04 Hours)

Operating Concepts, Classification, Pressure and Velocity Compounding, Steam


Turbine Performances-Reheat Factor, Method of Governing, Throttle Governing,
Nozzle Control Governing, By-Pass Governing, Back Pressure and Pass out Turbines

7. Condensers

(02 Hours)

Function of a Condenser in a Steam Power Plant, Vacuum, Vacuum Measurement,


Vacuum Efficiency, Mass of Circulating Water Required in a Condenser, Air
Removal, Air Ejector.

8. Cycles for Steam Power Plants

(04 Hours)

Governing Principals of Power Cycles with alternative vaporization and condensation,


Carnot Vapour Cycle, Ideal Rankine Cycle, Real Cycles, Energy and Efficiency
Analysis, Reheating, Regeneration, Closed and Open Feedwater Heaters,
Cogeneration, Binary Cycles, Combined Cycles.

9. Draught

(02 Hours)

Classification, Natural Draught, Manometer Draught Gauge, Chimney Height &


Diameter, Available Draught, Artificial Draught, Induced Draught, Forced Draught.

10. Gas Mixtures

(04 Hours)

Mixture of Pure Substance in Thermodynamic Applications, non-reacting Gas


Mixtures, Mass and Mole Fractions, P-v-T Behavior of Gas Mixtures, Properties

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11. Psychrometry

(06 Hours)

Principles of Psychrometry, Enthalpy of Moist Air, Psychrometric Chart,


Psychrometric Process, Mixing of Air Streams, Sensible Heating and Cooling
Processes, By-pass Factor, Humidification Process, Dehumidification Process,
Sensible Heat Factor, Cooling and Dehumidification, Room or Conditioned Space
Sensible Heat Factor, Effective Surface Temperature, Cooling and Humidification,
Humidifying Efficiency, Heating and Humidification, Heating and Dehumidification
(Adiabatic Dehumidification), Room Sensible Heat Factor (Geometrical Construction

12. Steady flow of Compressible Fluids

(02 Hours)

Stagnation properties, Critical condition and related property relations, Steady flow
through nozzles, Flow through Nozzle and Diffuser.

13. Fundamentals of Heat Transfer

(08 Hours)

Conduction, Thermal Conductivity, Conductivity through solids of different


geometrical configurations and through composites, Heat Exchangers, Logarithmic
Mean Temperature Difference, Convective Heat Transfer, Natural Convection,
Laminar and Turbulent, Radiation Heat Transfer, Absorption, Reflection and
Transmission of Radiation, Black Body Radiation, Emissive Power, Emissivity,
Absorptivity, Reflectivity, Heat Exchanges Between Surfaces Separated by Nonabsorbing Media, Radiation Heat Transfer Coefficient.

14. Thermal Insulation

(02 Hours)

Mechanism of Insulation-Mass Insulation, Types of Insulation Materials, Properties


of Insulating Materials, Effect of Various Parameters on Thermal Properties,
Insulating Materials, Insulated Systems, Economic Insulation Thickness.

15. Thermodynamics for Reacting Systems

(06 Hours)

Enthalpy of formation, Kinetics of Chemical Reactions, First and Second Law


analysis for chemically reacting systems, Stoichiometry, Adiabatic Flame
Temperature.

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Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1. Richard E. Sonntag & Claus Borgnakke, Introduction to Engineering
Thermodynamics, John Wiley & Sons.
2. Sonntag & Van Wylen's, Introduction to Thermodynamics, John Wiley & Sons.
3. Applied Thermodynamics for Engineering Technologists - S.I.Units; T.P.Eastop,
A.McConkey; Longman, ISBN No.:0 582 44197-8
4. Engineering Thermodynamics Work and Heat Transfer, G.F.C.Rogers, Y.R.Mathew;
ELBS, ISBN No.:0 582 05376 5

Practical List
1. Flue gas analysis using Orsat apparatus or Gas analyzer.
2. Trial on multi stage reciprocating air compressor.
3. Visit to any industry, which uses boiler and submission of detailed report.
4. Measurement of fuel properties such as Flash point, Pour point, Cloud Point.
5. Trial on boiler to determine boiler efficiency, equivalent evaporation and Energy
balance.
6. Steam turbine trial
7. Gas turbine trial
8. Heat transfer apparatus

Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

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Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

ME2113
Second Year
66

Hours Per Week:


Theory 02
Tutorial 01

Title
Semester
Credit
Hours
Practical

03

Engineering Mechanics II
01
03
GPA
None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Analysis of Mechanisms
Balancing
Vibration in mechanisms and systems

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through quizzes,
take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical classes, projects, mid
term and end semester examination.
Mid terms are closed/open book written examinations of 02 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 03 hour(s)
duration.
Continuous Assessment
15%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
15%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
65%

5%

1
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Syllabus
1. Mechanisms

(06 hours)

Degrees of freedom and definition of mechanisms/ Grublers equation, Kinematics of


plane Mechanisms: Instantaneous center of rotation method, Velocity diagram method,
Acceleration diagram method, Analytical method, Kinetics of plane Mechanisms:
Estimation of loads on elements including inertia effects

2. Turning Moment Diagram and Flywheel

(04 hours)

Turning moment diagram, Engine torque, load torque and accelerating torque in a
simple drive, Cyclic fluctuation of speed , work done and work absorbed per cycle, mean
speed, coefficient of fluctuation of speed and energy, Moment of inertia of flywheel and
design of fly wheel.

4. Balancing of Rotors

(04 hours)

Introduction to balancing of rigid rotors, Static and dynamic balancing of rigid rotors,
Force and couple polygon method, Resolution method and applications.

5. Gear Drives

(06 hours)

Introduction to gear drives, Types of gears, gearing between parallel shafts, external and
internal gearing. Basic definition and equations (Pitch circles, pitch point, circular pitch,
and module pitch.) Speed: torque relationship, power equation and efficiency in gear
trains, Introduction to epic-cyclic gearing: Rotation table method and angular velocity
method for determining speed ratios, Acceleration of gears, equivalent moment of inertia
and determination of torque.

6. Governors

(02 hours)

Function of a governor, Comparison between function of a fly wheel and a governor.


Classification of governors and types of governors.

7. Mechanical Vibrations
(08 Vibrations without damping: Free Vibrations of Particles, Simple Harmonic Motion,
Simple Pendulum (Approximate Solution), Simple Pendulum (Exact Solution), Free
Vibrations of Rigid Bodies, Application of the Principle of Conservation of Energy,
Forced Vibrations

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Damped Vibrations: Damped Free Vibrations, Damped Forced Vibrations, Electrical


Analogues
Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1. Machinery Vibration: Balancing, Special Reprint Edition by Victor Wowk
2. Engineering Mechanics Dynamics; R S Hibbler
3. Engineering Mechanics Statics; J L Meriam and L G Kraige
4. Applied Mechanics; H Hannah, M J Hillier
5. Applied Mechanics and Strength of Materials; R S Khurmi

Practical List
1.
2.
3.
4.

Flywheel
Balancing of rotors
Gears
Vibration

Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

3
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Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
ME 2114

Module Number

Year
Number of Hours

Title

Second Year
30

Hours Per Week:


Theory 02
Tutorial

Semester
Credit
Hours

Practical

Control Systems and


Introduction to
Mechatronics
01
02
GPA
None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Purpose and system analysis
Time and frequency response system
System design
Mechatronic applications and design
Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room assignments, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical
classes, projects, mid semester examinations and end semester examination.

Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 02 hour duration.


End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written (drawing) examination of 03
hour(s).
Continuous Assessment
Mid
End Semester
10%
Term(s)
Exam
Written
Oral
15%
70%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)
5%

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Syllabus
1. BASIC CONCEPTS AND SYSTEM REPRESENTATION
Hours)

(04

Terminology and basic structure - feedback control theory - multivariable systems dynamic models state variable models - impulse response models and transfer function
models - application to mechanical, thermal, hydraulic, pneumatic and electromechanical
systems. Block diagram representation and signal flow graphs - control system
components.

2. TIME RESPONSE ANALYSIS AND DESIGN

(04 Hours)

I and II order systems - performance specifications - feedback analysis - P, PI, PID


controllers design - effect of pole, zero addition - desired closed loop pole location - root
locus plot and applications - steady state and dynamic error coefficients - robust control

3. FREQUENCY RESPONSE ANALYSIS AND DESIGN

(04 Hours)

Performance specifications - correlation to time domain specifications - bode plots and


polar plots - gain and phase margin - constant Mand N circles and Nichols chart - all pass
and non-minimum phase systems.

4. STABILITY

(04 Hours)

BIBO stability - Routh-Hurwitz criterion - stability ranges for a parameter - Nyquist


stability criterion relative stability assessment using Routh and Nyquist criterion and
bode plots.

5. COMPENSATION DESIGN

(06 Hours)

Design concepts - realization of basic compensation - cascade compensation in time


domain and frequency domain (Simple MATLAB applications to analysis and
compensators design problems.)

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2. Introduction to Mechatronics
1. INTRODUCTION

(02 Hours)

Definition Trends - Control Methods: Standalone, PC Based (Real Time Operating


Systems, Graphical User Interface, and Simulation) Applications: SPM, Robot, CNC,
FMS, CIM.
2. SIGNAL CONDITIONING
(06 Hours)
Introduction Hardware - Digital I/O , Analog input ADC , resolution , speed channels
Filtering Noise using passive components Resistors, capacitors - Amplifying signals
using OP amps Software - Digital Signal Processing Low pass , high pass , notch
filtering
Recommended Textbooks/Reading/Software
1. Mechatronics: Electronic Control Systems in Mechanical and Electrical
Engineering (Paperback), by W. Bolton.
2. Introduction to Control System Technology, by Robert N Bateson
3. MATLAB Software

Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

3
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Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
EE 2111

Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

Title

Second Year
51

Hours Per Week:


Theory 02
Tutorial

Semester
Credit
Hours

Practical

03

Applied Electricity and


Electronics
01
03
GPA
None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Electrical and electronic circuit components, their theory and applications
Industrial Electrical and Electronic devices
hands-on laboratory practical learning experience on variety of electronic circuits
and report writing
Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room assignments, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical
classes, projects, mid semester examinations and end semester examination.

Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 02 hour duration.


End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written (drawing) examination of 03
hour(s).
Continuous Assessment
Mid
End Semester
20%
Term(s)
Exam
Written
Oral
15%
60%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)
5%

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Syllabus
1. DC Networks

(04 Hours)

Introduction to voltage and current, Resistance and Ohms law, Series and Parallel
Circuits and Kirchhoffs Laws, Current and Voltage Divider Rules, KVL, Numerical
problems related to Ohms Law, Power, Energy & Efficiency.

2. Nodal Networks

(04 Hours)

Mesh Analysis and Nodal Analysis Techniques, Network Analysis Theorems

3. Transformers
Principles of operation, Constructional Details, Ideal Transformer and Practical
Transformer, Losses, Transformer Test, Efficiency and Regulation Calculations

4. Direct current machines


Principle of operation of dc machines, armature windings, e.m.f equation in a dc machine,
Torque production in a dc machine, Operation of a dc machine as a generator, operation
of a dc machine as a motor

5. Inductors and Capacitors

(02 Hours)

6. AC Networks

(04 Hours)

Sinusoidal ac waveform, Average and RMS value of sine waveform and numerical
problems. R, L and C elements, Series ac networks, impedance, Parallel ac networks,
admittance.

7. Electronics
PN Junction Diodes, Diode Clippers and Clampers and Rectifiers, Introduction to Basic
Transistor structure and operation, its biasing & amplification

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8. A.C Machines :
Three phase induction motor, principle of operation, slip and rotor frequency, torque
(simple problems). Synchronous Machines: Principle of operation, EMF equation
(Simple problems on EMF). Synchronous motor principle and operation.
9. Basic Instruments
Introduction, classification of instruments, operating principles, essential features of
measuring instruments, Moving coil permanent magnet (PMMC) instruments, Moving
Iron of Ammeters and Voltmeters

Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1. Introduction to Electricity, Electronics & Electromagnetics, Robert Boylestad &
Louis Nashelsky, , Prentice Hall, 5th edition, 2002.

Practical List
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

Function generator and Oscilloscope.


Circuits
Mesh and nodal analysis
DC Machines
AC Machines
Practical on Industrial Electronics

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Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

4
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ME2112
ME2113

ME2114
EE2111

1
2
3
4
5

6
7

8
9

1
2
3
4
5
6
7

Code
MA2204
EN2204
IT2203
ME2215
ME2216
ME2217
ME2218
ME2219
ME2220
ME2221

Second Year

Code
MA2103
EN2103
IT2102
ME2110
ME2111

Second Year

Curriculum

Title
Advanced Engineering Mathematics
Technical Communication Skills
Information Technology IIB
CAD/CAM
Fluid Power Systems
Mechanics of Solids
Production Technology I
Refrigeration
Automobile Technology I
Marine Engineering Knowledge (General)

Semester II

Title
Engineering Mathematics with Matlab
Essentials of Communication Skills
Information Technology IIA
Manufacturing Technology
Assembly Drawing and Solid Modelling
Applied Thermodynamics and
Introduction to Heat and Mass Transfer
Engineering Mechanics II
Control Systems
and Introduction to Mechatronics
Applied Electricity and Electronics

Semester I

2
3
20

3
3

Weekly
Total Distribution GPA
Hours L T
Remarks
P Credits
E,M
30 2
2
C,E,M
45 1
2
C,E,M
60 1
3
2
M
90 3
3
4
M
66 2
1 3
3
M
66 2
1 3
3
M(Pro)Option 1
96 4
1 3
5
M(AC)Option 1
96 4
1 3
5
M(Auto)Option 1
96 4
1 3
5
M(MR)Option 1
96 4
1 3
5
453 15
3 17
19
Total Hrs per Week
35
Credits per Semester

3
3

30 2
51 2
3
452 15
2 20
Total Hrs per Week
37
Credits per Semester

1
1

M
M

2
2

66
66

Remarks
E,M
C,E,M
C,E,M
M
M

Weekly
Total Distribution GPA
Hours L T
P Credits
30 2
2
45 1
2
60 1
3
2
44 2
3
3
60 1
3
2

Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education


Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering (HNDE)

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

21

None
GPA
Credits

22

None
GPA
Credits

Page
Number
104
109
113
116
121
125
129
133
138
143

96
100

87
92

Page
Number
70
73
77
80
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Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education


Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
MA 2204

Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

Second Year
30

Hours Per Week:


Theory 02
Tutorial

Title
Semester
Credit Hours

Practical

Advanced Engineering
Mathematics
02
02
GPA
None GPA

Filed Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course the students would
Be capable of mathematically formulating certain practical problems in terms of
partial differential equations, solve them and physically interpret the results.
Have gained a well founded knowledge of Fourier series, their different possible
forms and the frequently needed practical harmonic analysis that an engineer may
have to make from discrete data.
Have obtained capacity to formulate and identify certain boundary value problems
encountered in engineering practices, decide on applicability of the Fourier series
method of solution, solve them and interpret the results.
Have grasped the concept of expression of a function, under certain conditions, as a
double integral leading to identification of transform pair, and specialization on
Fourier transform pair, their properties, the possible special cases with attention to
their applications.
Have learnt the basics of Z transform in its applicability to discretely varying
functions, gained the skill to formulate certain problems in terms of difference
equations and solve them using the Z transform technique bringing out the
elegance of the procedure involved.
Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room assignments, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical
classes, projects, mid semester examinations and end semester examination.
Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 02 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written (drawing) examination of 03
hour(s).

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Continuous Assessment

Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other (Attendance)

Mid
Semester
Exam
30%

End Semester
Exam
65%

5%

Syllabus
1. Special Functions

(06 Hours)

Frobenious method solution in series of ordinary differential equations, singular points.


Solution of Bessel and Legendre equations, Bessel functions, recurrence relations for Jn
(x) and generating function for Jn (x).
Legendre polynomial, Rodrigues formula, orthogonality properties, generating function
for Pn (x). Elliptic integrals and properties.

2. Partial Differential Equations

(04 Hours)

Classification of partial differential equations, solutions of one dimensional wave


equation, one dimensional unsteady heat flow equation and two dimensional steady heat
flow equation in Cartesian and polar coordinates by variable separable method with
reference to Fourier trigonometric series and by Laplace transform technique.

3. Fourier Series

(04 Hours)

Dirichlets conditions General Fourier series Odd and even functions Half range
sine series Half range cosine series Complex form of Fourier Series Parsevals
identify Harmonic Analysis.

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4. Fourier Transform

(04 Hours)

Fourier integral theorem (without proof) Fourier transform pair Sine and
Cosine transforms Properties Transforms of simple functions Convolution theorem
Parsevals identity.

5. Laplace Transform

(06 Hours)

Laplace transform of simple functions, first and second shifting theorems, multiplication
and t- division theorems; Laplace transforms of derivatives, integrals and periodic
functions.
Inverse of Laplace transform and convolution property. Use of Laplace transform in
evaluating complicated and improper integrals and solution of differential equations
related to engineering problems.

6. Z -Transform and Difference Equations

(06 Hours)

Z-transform - Elementary properties Inverse Z transform Convolution theorem Formation of difference equations Solution of difference equations using Z - transform.

Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1. Grewal, B.S., Higher Engineering Mathematics, Thirty Sixth Edition, Khanna
Publishers, Delhi, 2001.
2. Kandasamy, P., Thilagavathy, K., and Gunavathy, K., Engineering Mathematics
Volume III, S. Chand & Company ltd., New Delhi, 1996.
3. Wylie C. Ray and Barrett Louis, C., Advanced Engineering Mathematics, Sixth
Edition, McGraw-Hill, Inc., New York, 1995.
4. Andrews, L.A., and Shivamoggi B.K., Integral Transforms for Engineers and
Applied Mathematicians, Macmillen , New York ,1988.
5. Narayanan, S., Manicavachagom Pillay, T.K. and Ramaniah, G., Advanced
Mathematics for Engineering Students, Volumes II and III, S. Viswanathan (Printers
and Publishers) Pvt. Ltd. Chennai, 2002.
6. Churchill, R.V. and Brown, J.W., Fourier Series and Boundary Value Problems,
Fourth Edition, McGraw-Hill Book Co., Singapore, 1987.

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Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

4
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Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
EN 2204

Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

Title

Second Year
45

Hours Per Week:


Theory 01
Tutorial

Semester
Credit
Hours
Practical

02

Technical Communication
Skills
02
02
GPA
None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Communication skills in a safe, interactive environment.
Public Speaking and Interpersonal Communication employing the principle of
invention by devising creative speech topics.
Exercise ethical considerations in the development and presentation of ideas.
Adapt to ideas to listeners' attitudes, values and beliefs.
Conduct library research, personal interviews, and other information-gathering
activities.
Select verbal and audio/visual supporting material according to the needs of the
speech subject and situation.
Employ the principle of disposition by organizing speech content in compliance
with standard structural rules.
Develop effective speech introductions and conclusions.
Present speeches including informative, epideictic (speech of tribute), and
forensic (speech of argument).
Evaluate classroom speeches, their own presentations, and messages to which
students are exposed in everyday life.
Gain control and command over speech anxiety.

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through quizzes,
take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical classes, projects, mid
term and end semester examination.

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Mid terms are closed/open book written examinations of 01 hour duration.


End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 01 hour(s)
duration and an oral examination of 30 min duration.

Continuous Assessment
40%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
20%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
20%
30%

10%

Syllabus
Part I - Theory
1. Review of essentials of communication

(01 Hours)

2. Introduction to public speaking and communication anxiety, communication and the


self.
(02 Hours)
3. Communication with credibility and confidence.

(03 Hours)

4. Organizing and outlining for persuasive speaking.

(03 Hours)

5. Communication climate, introduction to managing conflicts.

(03 Hours)

6. Introduction to interpersonal communication, Impression management, perception.


(03 Hours)

Part I Practical/Laboratory
5. Employ the principles of invention by devising creative speech topics, exercise ethical
considerations in the development and presentation of ideas. Select verbal and
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situation. Adapt ideas to listeners' attitudes, values and beliefs. Conduct library research,
personal interviews, and other information-gathering activities. Develop effective speech
introductions and conclusions. Listening, none verbal communication, relational stages;
intimacy and distance.
(10 Hours)
6. Delivering effective speeches; Language, perception, emotions, Present three speeches
including informative, epideictic (speech of tribute), and forensic (speech of argument).
(08 Hours)
7. Evaluate classroom speeches, their own presentations, and messages to which students
are exposed in everyday life. Attraction and self-disclosure, Gain control and command
over speech anxiety.
(06 Hours)
9. Listening and paraphrasing.

(06 Hours)

Recommended Texts/Material
1. Lumsden, G. and Lumsden, D. (2003). Communication with credibility and confidence,
2nd edition. Thomson-Wadsworth.
2. Adler, R., Proctor, R. and Towne, N. (2005), Looking Out/Looking In, 11th ed.
Belmont, CA: Wadsworth.
3. Wiemann, M. (1996), Activities Manual for Looking Out/Looking In, 8th ed.
Ft. Worth, Texas: Harcourt Brace.
4. Jaffe, C.I.(2004). Public Speaking: Concepts and Skills for a Diverse Society
4th edition. Belmont, CA: Wadsworth.

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Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

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Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

IT2203
Second Year
60

Hours Per Week:


Theory 01
Tutorial

Title
Semester
Credit
Hours
Practical

03

Information Technology IIB


02
02
GPA
None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Further programming in Visual Basic and students are able to understand the database
management systems, 4GL & SQL programming and dynamic programming techniques.

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through quizzes,
take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical classes, projects and
mid term and end semester examination.
Mid terms are closed/open book written examinations of 03 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 03 hour
duration.
Continuous Assessment

Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical (Language Lab)
Project(s)
Any other (Attendance)

Mid
Semester
Exam
20%

10%
10%
10%

End Semester
Exam
40%

10%

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Syllabus
1. Visual Basic 11 Contd..,

2. The use of information systems


The range of scope of data used in information systems bibliographic/free text ,
formatted text, record oriented, file based , legacy data analyze and evaluate
existing information systems, investigate emerging developments in information
systems, extend existing information systems, apply multimedia formats and
their storage, and use transmission and compression techniques

3. Data management in information systems


Data management and data mining and the concept of a data warehouse, the role
of a database administrator, multi user relational database product including; data
management, application development techniques,

4. Use of forms as a metaphor to the interface to an information system


Database user interface including; menu design, use of color, use of graphics

5. Assess programming
Form activations using 4GL code, embedded SQL, event procedures, static and
dynamic programming techniques.

Recommended Text Books:


1. Engineering the Human Computer Interface
2. Fundamentals of Database Systems
3. A Guide to SQL
4. Designing the User Interface

Downtown McGraw Hill


Elmasri, Navathe Addison Wesley
Pratt Boyd & Fraser
Scheiderman Addison-Wesley

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Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

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Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education


Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
ME2215

Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

Second Year
90

Hours Per Week:


Theory 03
Tutorial

Title

CAD/CAM

Semester
Credit
Hours

02
04

Practical

03

GPA

None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Numerical Control, Automation of Manufacturing processes
Computer Graphics Theory (Geometric Representation, Projection, Transformations,
Solid and Surface Models of CAD Systems)
Advanced CAD/CAE/CAM Systems, Pro/ENGINEER, and its Applications
Virtual Prototyping of Mechanical Components and Devices
Design Optimization Using Computer Virtual Prototypes
interactive Graphical Programming

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical classes, projects,
mid semester examinations and end semester examination.
Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 01 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 03 hour(s).
Continuous Assessment
40%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
15%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
40%

5%

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Syllabus
1. Introduction to CAD/CAE/CAM and Technology Review

(01 Hour)

Origin of computer-aided design, structure of the design and manufacturing process,


the role of the computer in design and manufacture; application of computers for
design, creating manufacture data base, benefits of CAD, Computer Hardware and
Software for CAD System.

2. Conventional Numerical Control

(01 Hours)

Basic components of an NC system, the NC Procedure, NC coordinate systems, NC


motion control systems, Applications of NC, Economics of NC

3. Computer Controls in NC

(01 Hours)

Problems with conventional NC, NC Controller Technology, Computer Numerical


Control, Direct Numerical Control, Combined DNC/CNC Systems, Adaptive Control
Machining Systems, Trends and New Developments in NC

4. Group Technology and Process Planning

(01 Hour)

Part Families, Parts classification and coding, three parts classification and coding
systems, group technology machine cells, benefits of group technology.

5. Computer Aided Process Planning

(03 Hours)

The planning function, retrieval-type process planning systems, generative process


planning systems, benefits of CAPP, machinability data systems, ComputerGenerated Time Standards., Production Planning and Control,

6. Automation of Manufacturing Processes

(04 Hours)

Overview, Automation, Numerical Control, Programming for Numerical Control,


Adaptive Control, Material Handling and Movement, Industrial Robots, Sensor
Technology, Flexible Fixturing, Design for Assembly, Disassembly and Service.
Inventory Management and MRP, Shop Floor Control and Computer Process,
Computer Process Control, Computer Aided Quality Control.

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7. Computer Integrated Manufacturing Systems

(04 Hours)

Manufacturing Systems, Computer Integrated Manufacturing, Computer Aided


Design and Engineering, Computer Aided Manufacturing, Computer Aided Process
Planning, Computer Simulation of Manufacturing Processes and Systems, Group
Technology, Cellular Manufacturing, Flexible Manufacturing Systems, Just-in-Time
Production, Communications Networks in Manufacturing, Artificial Intelligence, The
Factory of the Future.

8. CAD/CAM Implementation

(30 Hours)

8.1

Graphical Coordinate Systems


Model (or World, Database) Coordinate System (MCS), Working Coordinate
System (WCS), Screen Coordinate, System (SCS), Viewing Coordinate System
(VCS).

8. 2

Reviews on Geometric Transformations and Projections


2D and 3D Transformations, Parallel Projections

8.3

An Introduction to the Pro/ENGINEER Design Modeling System


Foundation of the Pro/ENGINEER and Feature-based Solid Modeling CAD
Systems, Function Modules of a CAD/CAE/CAM System, Pro/E User Interface
and Part/Assembly Model Generation, Engineering Drawings and Documentation,
File Conversion, Motion Simulation.

8.4

An Overview of Unigraphics NX CAD/CAM/CAE System

8.5

Computer Modeling Techniques


Wireframe Model, Solid Model: Boundary Representation; Sweeping;
Construction Solid Geometry, Feature-based Modeling and Parametric Modeling,
Computer Model for Scanned Data and Reverse Engineering.

8.6

An Introduction to Design Optimization


Formulation of a Design Optimization Problem, Search Schemes of Commonly
Used Optimization Methods, Important Issues in Design Optimization, Virtual
Prototyping Based Design Optimization

8.7

Advanced Applications of Pro/ENGINEER (Integrated CAD/CAE/CAM):


Structural/Thermal Analysis, Parameter Design Optimization, Automated CNC
Tool Path Generation and Animation, and Freeform Surface Design.

8.8

Representation of Curves
Parametric Curve Representation, Cubic spline, Bezier curves, B-spline curves
and NURB.

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8.9

Representation of Surfaces
Plane; Bilinear, Ruled, Bezier and NURB Surfaces, Visualizing Surfaces; Surface
Mesh and Surface Machining, Surface Modeling in Pro/ENGINEER.

8.10

Interactive Computer Graphical Programming


Introduction and Background Review, Programming in CAD Systems (Menu,
Macro and High level Programming AutoCAD & Pro/E)
Data Organization in CAD
Data Structure and Database, Graphical Standard and CAD/CAM Data Exchange

8.11
8.12

Advanced CAD Systems and Their Industrial Applications


CAD/CAM Integration and Concurrent Engineering, Virtual-prototyping in
Product Development

Recommended Textbooks/Reading/Software
1. Pro/ENGINEER; or Unigraphics NX; or Solid Work
2. Principles of CAD/CAM/CAE Systems, Lee, K., Addison Wesley, 1999.
3. Pro/ENGINEER Wildfire 3.0 Tutorial, Roger Toogood, SDC.

Practical List
1. Design Modeling - User Interface, 2D Sketching, 3D, Modeling, and Engineering
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

Drawing Generation.
Mechanical Assembly Modeling of Assembly and Mechanism, and Motion Animation.
Static Structural (and Thermal) Analysis.
Sensitivity Analysis and Design Optimization.
Automated CNC Tool Path Generation & Machining.
An Application of CAD/CAE/CAM System (Student/Lecturers Choice project) Using
Pro/ENGINEER; or Unigraphics NX; or Solid Work

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Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

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Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

ME2216
Second Year
66

Hours Per Week:


Theory 02
Tutorial 01

Title
Semester
Credit
Hours
Practical

03

Fluid Power Systems


02
03
GPA
None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Fluid power circuits, standards
Design principles of hydraulic and pneumatic devices
Safety, Operation and maintenance of fluid power systems and devices

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through quizzes,
take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical classes, projects, mid
term and end semester examination.
Mid terms are closed/open book written examinations of 02 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 03 hour(s)
duration.
Continuous Assessment
20%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
15%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
60%

5%

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Syllabus
1. Fluid power

(04 Hours)

Symbols: pneumatic and hydraulic; energy conversion symbols; valve symbols; energy
transmission symbols; control and miscellaneous symbols; use of appropriate British and
International Standards (e.g. BS 2917, ISO 1219-1, ISO 9461 (Hydraulics), CETOP,
RP68P, ISO 5599 (Pneumatics), etc)
Fluid power diagrams: system-layout diagrams and circuit diagrams (e.g. including
component lists, component data sheets, displacement-step diagrams, operating
instructions, installation and maintenance manuals); applications such as logic, memory
and multi-actuator sequential circuit operation, cascading techniques, circuits covering
both linear and rotary actuation; use of ISO 1219-2
2. Pneumatic and hydraulic components, equipment and plant

(08 Hours)

Pneumatic equipment: air compressors and systems (e.g. types and characteristics,
coolers and dryers, receivers, distribution systems, pipe work and fittings, drain traps,
FRL air service units, valves, actuators, seals etc)
Hydraulic equipment: pumps and systems (e.g. reservoirs, accumulators, pipe work,
fittings, seals, fluids, valves, actuators etc)
Performance characteristics: air compressors (e.g. volumetric efficiency, compression
ratio, isothermal efficiency); hydraulic pumps (e.g. operating efficiency, losses, flow rate,
shaft torque and power, hydraulic power)
3. Pneumatic and hydraulic circuits

(12 Hours)

Pneumatic circuits: e.g. directional control, piloted control, reciprocating control, logic,
memory, multi-actuator circuits with sequential operation, cascading techniques, stepper
circuits, pulsed signals, latching circuits, direction and speed control of rotary actuators
and air motors
Hydraulic circuits: e.g. sequential operation of multi-actuator circuits, regenerative
circuits, counterbalance circuits, meter-in and meter-out circuits, bleed-off circuits,
direction and speed control of hydraulic motors
Electro-pneumatic and electro-hydraulic circuits: use of electronic logic devices and
systems and their interface with fluid power circuits; solenoid valve arrangements
Emergency fail safe circuits: use of emergency stop circuits to give predictable
parking positions for linear actuators; emergency stopping circuits for rotary actuators
and motors; fail safe circuit arrangements

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4. Industrial applications

(06 Hours)

Industrial applications: measurements of process and/or machine parameters in selected


applications (e.g. manufacturing, processing, transportation, utilities, operation of plant,
machinery, equipment, controlling processes and plant)
Technical requirements: design; selection of equipment, materials and components;
installation; test and commissioning procedures
Commercial aspects: capital costs; running costs; maintenance; flexibility of proposed
system; future expansion and/or changes to installation
Health and safety: requirements of safety legislation and relevant regulations (e.g. Health
and Safety at Work Act 1974, Pressure Systems and Transportable Gas Containers
Regulations 1989 (SI 1989 No 2169))

Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1. Fluid Power with Applications, 6th Edition, Anthony Esposito, Prentice Hall,
2002 (Textbook)
2. Pump Handbook, Iggor Karrasik
3. Fluid Power Troubleshooting, 2nd Edition, A.H. Hehn, Revised and Expanded,
Dekker, 1995

Practical List (to be designed from the following)


1. HYDRAULIC RESERVOIRS, FILTERS, PUMPS, ACCUMULATORS, AND
MOTORS
2. BASIC CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF HYDRAULIC
ACTUATING DEVICES, FLOW CONTROL, AND DIRECTIONAL DEVICES
3. HYDRAULIC PRESSURE-LIMITING, CONTROLLING, AND SENSING
DEVICES

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Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):

Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

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Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

ME2217
Second Year
66

Hours Per Week:


Theory 02
Tutorial 01

Title
Semester
Credit
Hours
Practical

03

Mechanics of Solids
02
03
GPA
None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall
Learning Outcomes
understanding of how the theory of elasticity can be applied to model some
mechanical and structural behaviors
Carry out two and three-dimensional stress and strain transformation
Apply various failure criteria to predict the behavior of materials under multiaxial
stress states
Calculate the deflection of statically determinate and statically indeterminate
structures using energy methods.
Determine the critical loading of columns with different end conditions before
buckling takes place
Analyze the stress distribution of a prismatic bar under torsion.
Conduct fatigue testing and determine the endurance limit of various engineering
materials
Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through quizzes,
take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical classes, projects, mid
term and end semester examination.
Mid terms are closed/open book written examinations of 02 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 03 hour(s)
duration.
Continuous Assessment
20%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
15%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
60%

5%

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Syllabus
1. Three-Dimensional Linear Theory of Elasticity
(04 Hours)
Elasticity and internal-energy density. Elasticity and complementary internalenergy density. A brief introduction to anisotropic elasticity. Linear isotropic
elasticity. Strain-displacement relations for linear elastic isotropic materials.
Strain-stress relations for linear elastic isotropic materials. Hookes law for linear
elastic isotropic materials.
2. Two-Dimensional Linear Theory of Elasticity
(02 Hours)
Plane stress and plane strain problems. Airy stress function. Applications to
Problems in rectangular and polar coordinates.
3.

Inelastic Material Behavior


(04 Hours)
Nonlinear material response. Yield criteria: maximum Principal stress criterion,
maximum principal strain criterion, strain-energy density criterion, maximum
shear-stress (Tresca) criterion, distortional energy density (von-Mises) criterion.
General yielding: Elastic-plastic bending, fully plastic moment.

4. Energy Method
(04 Hours)
Principle of Stationary Potential Energy. Castiglianos theorem on deflections for
linear load-deflection relations. Deflections of statically determinate structures:
dummy load method and unit dummy load method. Deflections of statically
indeterminate structures.
5. Torsion of Prismatic Bars
(04 Hours)
St. Venants semi-inverse method. Prandtls membrane analogy. Torsion of
narrow rectangular cross section. Torsion of sections comprised of thin rectangles.
Torsion of hollow thin-walled sections. Torsion of multi-compartment thin-walled
sections. Torsion of thin-walled sections with end restraints. Inelastic torsion.
6. Buckling of Columns
(04 Hours)
Critical load. Buckling of pin-ended columns. Columns with other end conditions.
Classification of columns: short, intermediate and long. Eccentrically loaded
columns. Design formulae.
7. Failure Modes
Fracture, fatigue, buckling, large deflections, plastic collapse

(02 Hours)

8. Finite Element Method for Numerical Analysis


(06 Hours)
Finite elements, element interpolation functions, element strains, stress and strain
energy density, element stiffness matrix, global stiffness matrix, boundary loading.

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Recommended Textbooks/References
1. Advanced Strength of and Applied Elasticity, A. C. Ugural and S. K. Fenster,
Prentice Hall, 2003.
2. Advanced Mechanics of Materials, A. Boresi, R. Schmidt, 6th ed., John Wiley &
Sons, Inc., 2003.
3. Intermediate Mechanics of Materials, M. Vable, Oxford University Press, 2008.
4. An Introduction to the Finite Element Method, 3/e, J.N. Reddy, McGraw-Hill,
2005.(Textbook)
5. A first course in the finite element method, 3 ed., D.L. Logan, Brooks/Cole, 2002.
Practical List
1. Buckling of Struts
2. Fatigue Testing
3. Finite Element Lab(s)

Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

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Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

ME2218
Second Year
96

Hours Per Week:


Theory 04
Tutorial 01

Title

Production Technology I

Semester
Credit
Hours

02
05

Practical

03

GPA

None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Precision measuring/metrology
Precision tool and machining.
Sheet metal skills
Welding skills

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical classes, projects,
mid semester examinations and end semester examination.
Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 01 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 03 hour(s).
Continuous Assessment
20%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
15%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
60%

5%

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Syllabus
1. Metrology and Instrumentation

(04 Hours)

Measurement Standards, Line-Graduated Instruments, Comparative LengthMeasuring Instruments, Measuring Straightness, Flatness, Roundness and Profile,
Coordinate Measuring and Layout Machines, Gauges, Optical Instruments,
Automated Measurement, General Characteristics and Selection of Measuring
Instruments, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance.

2. Advanced Sheet-Metal Processes

(06 Hours)

a. Sheet Metal Characteristics, Test Methods for Formability of Sheet Metals, Shearing
b. Bending Sheet and Plate, Common Bending Operations,
Bending by hand; turning edges (floding).
Bending and floding with machines; using floding machine, bending formula
(general), press brakes, tolling and bending machine.
Tube Bending and Forming,
c. Stretch Forming, Deep Drawing, Rubber Forming, Spinning, Super plastic Forming,
Explosive, Magnetic-Pulse, Peen.
o Other Forming Processes; Forming procedure, free forming (hollowing,
indentation), beveling, dressing (smoothing),
d. Stiffening sheets; beveling, corrugation (corrugation by hand, corrugating with a
swaging machine, corrugating with a nibbling machine)
e. Manufacturing of Honeycomb Structures, Dent Resistance of Sheet Metal Parts, and
Equipment for Sheet-Metal Forming, and Economics of Sheet-Metal Forming.
f. Wiring; wiring by hand, wiring with a swaging machine, using the folding brade and
swaging machine
g. Other shaping methods; metal spinning, stamping, pressing
h. Folded and flanged joint procedures; folded joints (classification of folds, with of the
fold, folding and jointing), flanging (beading), flanging by hand, machine flanging,
Bottom fold joints, types of bottom fold joint, producing a knocked-up bottom joint.

3. Material Removal Processes and Machines: Cutting

(04 Hours)

Mechanics of Chip Formation, Types of Chips Produced in Metal-Cutting, The


Mechanics of Oblique Cutting, Cutting Forces and Power, Temperature in Cutting,
Tool Life: Wear and Failure, Surface Finish and Integrity, Machineability.

4. Cutting-Tool Materials and Cutting Fluids

(06 Hours)

Carbon and Medium-Alloy Steels, High-Speed Steels, Cast-Cobalt Alloys, Carbides,


Coated Tools, Alumina-Based Ceramics, Cubic Boron Nitride, Silicon-Nitride Based
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Ceramics, Diamond, Whisker-Reinforced Tool Materials, Cutting Tool


Reconditioning, Machining and Turning Centers, Machine Tool-Structures, Vibration
and Chatter in Machining, Machining Economics, Cutting Fluids.
5. Tool and Cutter Grinding

(06 Hours)

Maintenance of turning tools, types of turning tool-grinding machines, types of


grinding wheels, basic rules for turning tools grinding operation, turning tool forms,
turning tool materials, safety during tool-grinding operations.

6. Turning Applications

(12 Hours)

Screw cutting, Screw thread classification, Taper turning, Drive transmission-diagram


of center lathe, Steadies (Back Rest), Straightening long thin shafts and spindles,
Grinding of lathe tools, Calculation of cutting speeds, General calculations for change
gears, Making springs using a lathe; compression and tension springs, Module threads
(worm screws), Thread whirling on the lathe, Eccentric turning, Precision finishing
processes

8. Advanced Milling Operations

(12 Hours)

Indexing types of gear wheel, manufacturing gear wheels, angular indexing,


differential indexing, sintered metals, sintered metal milling tools, operation
procedures for milling-with sintered metals, coolants and lubricants used in milling,
drilling, counter boring, reaming on the milling machine, machining semi-finished
products made of plastic, gear wheel manufacturing, the sprocket, trigonometric
functions, milling helical grooves, helical hears, bevel gears, worm and worm gear,
racks, measurement of gear teeth, correction of gear wheels, thread milling, milling
light metals.

9. Joining Processes and Equipment: Welding

(10 Hours)

Overview; Fusion-Welding Processes: Oxyfuel Gas Welding, Arc-Welding Processes


(Consumable Electrode), Electrodes, Arc-Welding Processes (NonconsumableElectrode), Thermit Welding, Electron-beam Welding, Laser-Beam Welding, Cutting,
Welding Safety.
Solid-State Welding Processes: Cold Welding, Ultrasonic Welding, Friction Welding,
Resistance Welding, Explosion Welding, Diffusion Bonding (Welding)
The Metallurgy of Welding: The Welded Joint, Weld Quality, Weld ability, Testing
Welded Joints, Weld Design and Process Selection

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Recommended Textbooks/Reading/Software
1. A Text Book of Engineering metrology, I.C.GUPTA , Dhanpat Rai and Sons, 1996.
2. Metrology for Engineers, G.N.GALYER F.W and C.R.SHOTBOLT, , ELBS Edn 1990.
3. Tool Engineering Handbook ASTME.
4. Metal Cutting, M.C.Shaw, Pearsons Publication.
5. A Text book of Production Engineering, Dr. K.C.Jain & A.K.Chitale, , PHI Publication
6. Workshop Technology Vol I, II, III, Chapman W. A. J. ELBS Publishers
10. Introduction to Jigs and Fixtures, Hoffman Golgotha Publications

Practical List
1. Measurements lab
2. Sheet metal lab.
3. Turning tool fabrication.
4. Helical gear milling operation.
5. Fabrication of a device using welding.

Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

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Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

ME2219
Second Year
96

Hours Per Week:


Theory 04
Tutorial 01

Title

Refrigeration

Semester
Credit
Hours

02
05

Practical

03

GPA

None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Methods of classification of refrigeration systems(i.e. based on scales and
applications)
Refrigeration applications, domestic, commercial, Industrial
Refrigeration component descriptions and analysis.
Component and control assembly.
Trouble shooting, operation and maintenance.

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical classes, projects,
mid semester examinations and end semester examination.
Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 02 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 03 hour(s).
Continuous Assessment
15%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
15%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
65%

5%

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Syllabus
1. Revision of Refrigeration Principles

(02 Hours)

2. Refrigeration Applications

(02 Hours)

Cold Effect on Food, Temperature Ranges for Food, Quick Freezing, Sharp Freezer,
Blast Freezer, Contact Freezing, Immersion Freezing, High Humidity, Pre-cooling
Fruits, Heat of Respiration, Controlled Atmosphere Storage, Ice Making, Dry Ice,
White Ice.

3. Gas Cycle Refrigeration

(02 Hour)

Basic Considerations in the Analysis of Power Cycles, The Value of Carnot Cycle in
Engineering, Air Standard Assumptions, An Overview of Reciprocating Engines, air
refrigerator, reversed Brayton Cycle, Air cycle for Air Craft, Air Craft Refrigeration.

4. Steam Jet Refrigeration

(02 Hour)

System Components, Analysis of Steam Jet Refrigeration System, Approximate


Analysis, Performance of Steam-jet Refrigeration System, Equilibrium Concentration.

5. Practical Refrigeration

(12 Hours)

Domestic, commercial and industrial refrigeration systems vapour Compression cycle


analysis, Multi-stage refrigeration, Flash Intercoolers.
Absorption systems Elementary Properties of Binary Mixtures, Temperature
Concentration Diagram, Elementary Steady Flow Process with Binary Mixtures,
Theoretical Absorption Refrigeration System, Large Tonnage Lithium BromideWater Equipment.

6. Compressors

(04 Hours)

Reciprocating Compressor, Centrifugal Compressor, Rotary Sliding-Vane


Compressor, Helical Rotary Screw Compressor, HDA (Horizontal Double Acting)
Compressor, VAS Compressor, V or VW Compressor, Angle Compressor, Booster
Compressor, Hermetic Compressor, Y Compressor, Multiple-effect Compressor,
Stuffing Box, Oil Lantern Ring, Mechanical Shaft Seal, Lubrication, Cylinder Water
Jackets, Safety Head, Compressor Clearance, Clearance Pocket, Bypass Capacity

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Control, Reducing Compressor Capacity, Unloader, Crossover Valves, Starting


Bypass, Snifter Valve, Rotary Screw Compressor.
7. Rotary Compressor

(04 Hours)

Positive Displacement Rotary Compressor, Vane Type Blower, Rotary Dynamic


Compressors, Static and Total Heat Quantities, Velocity Diagrams Theory of
Operation Centrifugal Compression, Losses, Adiabatic Efficiency, Effect of
Compressibility, The Diffuser, Pre-Whirl, Performance Characteristics, Pressure
Coefficient and Slip Factor, Surging, Axial Flow Compressors Velocity Diagrams,
Degree of Reaction.

8. Compressor Motors and Drives

(04 Hours)

AC Motors, Single phase, Multi-phase, Squirrel-cage Induction, Starting Squirrelcage, Slip-ring, Wound-rotor, Hermetically Sealed, Synchronous, Motor-Compressor
Coupling, Steam Drives, Internal Combustion Engine Drives, V-Belts, Breakaway
Torque, Accelerating Torque, Pull-up Torque, Pull-in Torque, Motor Controls.

9. Lubrication

(04 Hours)

Lubrication of Moving Parts, Force-feed Lubrication, Splash-type System, Oil in


Evaporator, Lube Oil system for R134a or Freon or Ammonia, Methods of Applying
Lubrication, Lubrication of Steam Engine Parts, Centrifugal Compressor Lubrication,
Cylinder Lubrication, Hydrostatic Lubricator, Telescopic Lubricating System, Wiper
Lubricating System (Wiper Oil), Forced Feed Lubrication System for I.C. Engines,
Grease Lubrication, Double-trunk Piston, Starting the Compressor, Overexpansion,
Foaming, Oiling Bearing, Cylinder Walls, Oxidation, , Oil Specifications,
Classification of Petroleum Lubrication, Physical and Chemical Tests of Lubricants,
Lubrication Tests Thurston Oil Testing Machine, Storage and Handling, Dispensing.

10. Condensers

(04 Hours)

Heat Handled by Condensers, Types of Condensers, Condenser Selection, Air-Cooled


Condensers, Water per Ton for Cooling, Horizontal Shell-and-Tube Condenser,
Vertical Open Shell-and-Tube Condenser, Shell-and-Coil Condenser, Double-pipe
Water-Cooled Condenser, Atmospheric Condenser, Evaporative Condenser,
Subcooling Coil, Precooling Coil, Desuperheating Coil, Make-up Water, Capacity of
Evaporative Condensers, Bleedoff Line, Subfreezing Operation of Evaporative
Condensers, Number of Systems Operated from One Evaporative Condenser,
Maintenance of Evaporative Condensers, Loss of Condensing Capacity, Foul Gases,
Noncondensable Gases, Valves for Horizontal Shell-and-Tube Condenser, Fouling
Factor.

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11. Evaporators

(04 Hours)

Purpose of Evaporator, Types, Design Requirements, Prime Surface, Extended


Surface, Plat Coil, Long Pipe Coil, Headered Coil, Accumulator or Surge Drum,
Direct-Expansion Evaporator, Bottom-fed Coils, Static Head Effect on Operation,
Heat-transfer Rate, Baudelot Cooler, Protect Evaporator from Freezing.

12. Refrigerant Controls

(04 Hours)

Expansion Valve, Capillary Tube, Automatic Expansion Valve, Thermostatic


Expansion Valve, Equalizers, Influence of External Equalizer, Multi-outlet
Thermostatic Expansion Valve, Remote Bulb, Power Assembly, Selection, Float
Valve, Purge Valve, Float Switch, Solenoid Valves and Use, Suction Line Regulators,
Evaporator Pressure Regulator, Automatic Valve Precautions, Liquid-line Shutoff,
Solenoid Valve Power Supply, How to Test Controls.

13. Electric Controls

(04 Hours)

Temperature versus Pressure Controllers, Bimetal Thermostat, Range of Controllers,


Adjustable Differential Thermostat, Remote-bulb Thermostat, Low Oil-pressure
Switch, High-pressure cutouts, Reset Pressure Controllers, Floating Control,
Differential Controller, Float Switches, Troubleshooting

14. Defrosting

(04 Hours)

Frost effect on Coils, Insulating Quality of Frost, Simple Defrosting Precautions, Hotgas Method, Warm Brine Lines, Semiautomatic Device, Full-automatic Device,
Reverse Flow, Defrosting Ammonia Systems, Electrical Wiring Hookup, and
Electrical Resistance Heating.

15. Cryogenics

(04 Hours)

Major Classifications, Gases Liquefied, How Air is Liquefied, Joule-Thompson


Effect, Expansion Engine, Claude System, Cascade System, Component Gas
Separation.

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Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1. John Tomczyk, Troubleshooting and Servicing Modern Air Conditioning and
Refrigeration Systems.
2. Richard Jazwin, Troubleshooting and Servicing HVAC&R Electrical System
3. Roger A. Fischer, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Repair.

Practical List
1. Vapour Compression apparatus trial
2. Vapour absorption trial (commercial or Industrial)
3. Refrigerant recovery, purging, charging and lubricating.
4. Compressor trial.
5. Fabrication, instrumentation and trouble shooting of a domestic refrigerator.

Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

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Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

ME2220
Second Year
96

Hours Per Week:


Theory 04
Tutorial 01

Title

Automobile Technology

Semester
Credit
Hours

02
05

Practical

03

GPA

None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Design, construction and operating mechanics/parameters of
o Automotive engine.
o Other systems
Engine Performance and measurements.

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical classes, projects,
mid semester examinations and end semester examination.
Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 01 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 03 hour(s).
Continuous Assessment
20%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
15%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
60%

5%

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Syllabus
1. Review of Automotive and Automobile Fundamentals

(02 Hours)

2. Engine Top End Construction

(04 Hours

Exhaust Manifolds, Cams, camshaft lift and timing, valve seats and guides, valve seat
angle, Pre chamber cup (diesel), valve spring shim, stratified charge chamber,
Cylinder Head and Parts, Umbrella valve seal, Hydraulic Lifters, Roller Lifters,
Valve Retainers and Keepers, Valve train; O-ring valve seal, valve seal, valve keepers,
valve retainers, rocker arm pivot, rocker arms, push rods, exhaust valve, valve spring

3. Engine Bottom End Construction

(04 Hours)

Comparison of different types of cylinder blocks, How piston construction affects


the engine operation, Piston ring variations, construction of engine bearings,
Design variations of different engine bottom end components,
Engine Block, crankshaft, connecting rods, Piston assemblies,
Cylinder sleeves; dry and wet, sleeve installations, Piston taper, Compression rings,
Piston ring dimensions, Piston ring gap, Piston notch, Piston assembly, main thrust
bearings, thrust washers, bearing crush, oil rings, Piston assembly, valve reliefs
(small indentations either cast or machined in the piston crown, slipper skirt, line
boring, cam ground piston, cylinder block, cam ground piston

4.

Engine Front End

(06 Hours)

Safety practices related to working on the front end of an engine, functions of the
vibration damper, different types of camshaft drives, construction of the engine
front covers, oil slingers, and other related parts, construction of timing gear,
timing chain, timing belt assemblies.
Camshaft drive mechanism, Front cover-mounted oil pump, Water pump, Auxiliary
shaft
Vibration damper (harmonic balancer), belt tensioner, timing marks, chain tensioner,
crankshaft pulley, camshaft drive construction and types (timing gears, timing chain
and sprockets, timing belt and sprockets), Types of timing gears, chain guide, OHC
timing chain, DOHC timing chain, Auxiliary chain, Timing cover, Timing belt,
timing belt sprockets, Belt tensioner,

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5. Engine Size and Performance Measurements

(04 Hours)

Safety practices when making engine performance measurements, engine size


measurements, engine compression ratio, engine torque and HP ratings, different
methods used to measure engine performance, volumetric efficiency, thermal
efficiency and mechanical efficiency.
Number of cylinders, cylinder diameter or cylinder bore, piston travel per stroke,
TDC, BDC, piston displacement, engine displacement, units of engine displacement
(CC and L), engine displacement, compression ratio(diesel and gasoline engines),
compression gauge, engine dynamometer, thermal efficiency, mechanical efficiency,
engine torque, force, work, power, horsepower, factory horsepower ratings, chassis
dynamometer, volumetric efficiency, engine size information used when ordering
parts and when measuring wear during major repairs,

6. Valve Timing

(06 Hours)

Valve timing diagrams for both S.I. and C.I. engines and the influence of valve
timing on engine performance
Sketches and labels and comparison of typical valve timing diagrams for S.I. and C.I.
engines, effects of incorrect valve timing on volumetric efficiency, methods of
checking valve timing, setting of valve timing independent of manufactures markings.

7. Cooling System

(06 Hours)

Functions of a cooling system, operation and construction of major cooling system


parts and assemblies, comparison of cooling system designs, use of antifreeze
(applicable for extreme weather conditions, safety procedures when working on a
cooling system)
Basic parts; water pump, radiator hoses, radiator, cooling fan, thermostat, radiator
cap, Construction and operation of radiator cap, advantages, testing, radiator types,
construction and performance, water pump; sealed bearings, fan hub, pump shaft,
housing, impeller, jackets, construction, operation & testing of thermostat, bypass
valve, thermo switch, radiator hoses (modeled hose & flexible hose), radiator fan;
operation of various types of mechanically driven fan, variable pitch type, viscous
coupling type, electrically driven cooling fans, radiator core; construction, operation,
maintenance

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8. Lubrication System

(06 Hours)

Operation of an engine lubrication system, characteristics and ratings of oil,


Operational and working safety Procedures
Review of the components of the engine lubrication system and their functions,
antifriction bearings, oil filters, pressure relief valve, Positive crankcase ventilation
system, oil galleries, oil pump, friction bearing, oil pan, oil viscosity, SAE viscosity
ratings, oil grades, pressure gauge, oil warning lamp circuits and its operation, use of
external oil coolers, maintenance of proper lubrication oil system, safety of disposing
oil

9. Fuel System

(06 Hours)

Components, viscosity, additives, fuel metering, injection

10. Ignition System

(06 Hours)

Ignition Systems Historical developments, operation, different

11. Starting System

(06 Hours)

Principles of an electric motor, construction and operation of a starting motor,


starting system circuit, operation of solenoids, functions of the main starter drive,
starter drive operation, different types of starting motors,
Starting system circuit, neutral safety switch, source of energy, starting motor, starter
overrunning clutch, permanent-magnet starter, Magnetic filed action, Pinion gear
assembly, Ignition switch, Solenoid operation, Starter solenoid.

12. Combustion

(04 Hours)

Combustion of Fuels, Combustion Chambers, Inlet and exhaust analysis

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Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1. Internal Combustion Engines Analysis and Practice Obert, E.F., International
Text Books Co.,Scranton, Pennsylvania, 1988.
2. Automotive Engines, William H. Crouse, McGraw Hill Publishers, 1985.
3. Automotive Engines Ellinger H.E., Prentice Hall Publishers, 1992.
4. Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning (3rd Edition), By Tom Birch.
Practical List
1. Piston cylinder measurements
2. Valve timing
3. Dismantling and assembly of engine
4. Engine trial two stroke engine.
5. Engine trial four stroke engine.

Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

5
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Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Module Number

Year
Number of Hours

ME2221
Second Year
96

Hours Per Week:


Theory 04
Tutorial 01

Title

Marine Engineering
Knowledge (General)

Semester
Credit
Hours

02
05

Practical

03

GPA

None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Marine Engineering
Start up and shut down main propulsion and auxiliary machinery including
associated systems.
Operation and maintenance of auxiliary machinery
Manage fuel and ballast operations
Use internal communication systems
Operate electrical and electronic control engineering
Operate electrical and electronic control equipment
Test, detect faults and maintain and restore electrical, electronic and control
equipment to operating condition
Maintenance and Repair
Organize safe maintenance and repair procedures
Detect and identify the cause of machinery malfunctions and correct faults
Ensure safe working practice
Controlling the operation of the ship and care for persons on board
Control trim, stability and stress
Monitor and control compliance with legislative requirements and measures to
ensure safety of life at sea and protection of the marine environment
Maintain safety and security of the vessel, crew and passengers and the
operational condition of life-saving, fire-fighting and other safety systems
Develop emergency and damage control plans and handle emergency situations
Organize and manage the crew

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Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical classes, projects,
mid semester examinations and end semester examination.
Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 01 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 03 hour(s).
Continuous Assessment
20%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
15%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
60%

5%

Syllabus
1.

Ship power installation and refrigeration

(04 Hours)

Operating principles of ship power, installations (diesel, steam and gas turbine), and
refrigeration.

2. Fuels and lubricants

(02 Hours)

Physical and chemical properties of fuels and lubricants; general requirements for
their storage, processing and safe handling on board ships.

3. Technology of Materials
(04 Hours)
Properties and characteristics of metals, materials, liquids, hazardous chemicals,
gases, processing and vapours used on board ships.
Manufacturing, repair and reconditioning processes used for marine machinery.
Adequate knowledge on types, specifications, properties, usage, preparation and
treatment of fuel and lubricating oils.
Understanding the methods of making available fuels and lubricants.
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Adequate knowledge on the technical specifications and application of


engineering materials and substance for shipboard use.
Proficiency in the methodology used for production and material repair for
marine machinery

4. Operation and maintenance of auxiliary machinery

(12 Hours)

a). Principles involved with the construction, operation and maintenance of the following
auxiliaries;
Pumps, pumping and piping systems, valves, heat exchangers and associated systems.
Steering and stabilizing systems including bow thrusters.
Refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
Fresh water generation and treatment.
Sewage treatment, incinerators, and oily water separators.
Tank and domestic heating systems.
Hydraulic and pneumatic systems including air compressors and storage bottles.
b). Adequate knowledge on the arrangements needed for ensuring the safe operation and
maintaining the condition of auxiliary machinery including control systems and machinery on
deck to suit all modes of operation.
Electrical and mechanical transmission systems.
Clutches, couplings, thrust and shaft bearings and gearing.
Sturn tubes and propellers.
c). Control systems.
Principles of operation, calibration, testing, operational fault rectification and maintenance of
automatic control and alarm systems.
d). Cargo handling equipment and deck machinery
Principles involved with construction, operation and maintenance of deck machinery and
cargo handling equipment.

5. Fuel and ballast pumping systems

(04 Hours)

Principles involved with the construction, operation and maintenance of machinery,


pumps and pumping systems of fuel and ballast services with particular reference to
prevention of marine pollution.
Adequate knowledge on fuel and ballast operations including planning, preparation,
procedures, monitoring and safety precautions to meet operation requirements and
prevent pollution of environment.

6. Internal communication systems

(02 Hours)

a). Principles and use of internal communication systems on board.


b). The communication of information of a technical nature in clear concise English
in the form of a letter or report.
Adequate knowledge on the types, system details, function and use of all internal
communication equipment or arrangement for effective transmission of messages.

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Proficiency in formulation communication records in a complete and accurate manner


and in compliance with statutory requirements.

7. Automation, instrumentation and control systems

(04 Hours)

a). Fundamentals of instrumentation including sensing, measuring and monitoring


devices used for marine application.
b). Fundamentals of automation and control systems.
Adequate knowledge on instrumentation and proficiency in operation of control
equipment and systems to the designed performance level.

8. Electrical and electronic control equipment.

(04 Hours)

a). Principles of the operation, testing and maintenance of electrical machines,


equipment, systems and electronic control equipment including fault diagnostics.
b). Organization and control procedures necessary for the UMS mode and necessary
emergency manual operations.
Proficiency in planning and procedures to carry out maintenance activities in
accordance with technical, legislative, safety and procedural specification.
Proficiency in identifying the effect of malfunctions of electrical and electronic
control equipment on associated plant.

9. Marine engineering practice

(01 Hours)

Maintenance of operating records, the planning of maintenance schedules and the


procurement of stores and spare parts.

10. Maintenance and repair procedures

(02 Hours)

Organizing and carrying out safe maintenance and repair procedures including survey
and dry docking.
Proficiency in planning and procedures to carry out maintenance activities in
accordance with technical, legislative, safety and procedural specifications.
Adequate knowledge on appropriate plans, specifications, materials and equipment to
be made available for maintenance and repair.
Understanding action taken leading to the restoration of plant by the most suitable
method.

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11. Machinery malfunction

(02 Hours)

Detection of machinery malfunction, location of faults and action to prevent damage.


Proficiency on the methods based on recommended practices and procedures for
comparing actual operating conditions.
Proficiency in the principles for taking action and decisions to deal with machinery
malfunction in accordance with recommended operating specifications and
limitations.

12. Safe working practice

(02 Hours)

a). safe working practices in machinery operation and maintenance.


b). safe working practices associated with the carriage of dangerous substances.
c). Safe working practices to be observed for entry into confined or enclosed spaces.
d). Suppression of noise and vibration. Adequate knowledge on working practices
with reference to legislative requirements, code of practice, permits to work and
environmental concerns to ensure safety and health of those ling and working on
board ship.

13. Effects on trim and stability due to ship damage

(02 Hours)

a). Knowledge of the effect on trim and stability of a ship inn the even of damage to
and consequent flooding of a compartment and counter measures to be taken.
b). knowledge of IMO recommendations concerning ship stability.
Understanding the criteria for maintaining stability and stress condition within safety
limits at all times.

14. Knowledge of relevant international maritime laws embodied in international


agreements and conventions (only a revision).
(01 Hours)
a). Certificates and other documents required to be carried on board ships by
international conventions, how they may be obtained and the period of their legal
validity.
b). responsibilities under the relevant requirements of the International Convention on
Load Lines.
c). International convention for the Safety of Life at Sea, International Convention for
the Prevention of Pollution from ships.
d). maritime declaration of health and the requirement affecting the safety of the ship,
passengers, crew or cargo.
e). methods and aids to prevent pollution of the environment by ships.
f). knowledge of national legislation for implementing international agreements and
conventions.

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Thorough understanding of the legal responsibilities at the management level and


procedures for monitoring operations and maintenance in compliance with
legislative requirements. Proficiency in identification of potential non-compliance.
Adequate knowledge on requirements for renewal and extension of certificates to
ensue continued validity of survey items and equipment.
15. Life saving appliance regulations

(04 Hours)

A thorough knowledge of life-saving appliance regulations (International Convention


for the Safety of Life at Sea) Fire and abandon ship drills; Organization of fire and
abandon ship drills. Maintenance of safety systems; Maintenance of operational
condition of life-saving, fire-fighting and other safety systems. Adequate knowledge
on the function, use and procedures for maintaining in operational state of the lifesaving appliances, fire-fighting appliances and other safety systems. Protection of
Persons; Actions to be taken to protect and safeguard all persons on board in
emergencies. Emergency Actions; Actions to limit damage and salve the ship
following fire, explosion, collision or grounding. Proficiency in procedures for
handling emergency to salve the ship and persons on board following fire, explosion,
collision or grounding.

16. Ship construction and damage control

(04 Hours)

Shipbuilding materials, corrosion and hull preservation. Dry docking, hull surveys
and repairs. Watertight integrity of hull and compartments. Damage control
arrangement. NDT

17. Fire prevention, detection and extinction

(01 Hours)

a). Principles, methods and aids of fire prevention, detection and extinction.
b). Construction, operation and testing and maintenance of fire and gas detection
equipment, portable and fixed fire-fighting apparatus and fire-fighting systems.

18. Life saving appliances

(02 Hours)

Function and use of life-saving appliances.


Proficiency in plans for emergency situations and the emergency procedures.
Proficiency in practices and requirements for maintaining life-saving appliances to
operational conditions.

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19. Personal Management, Organization and training

(02 Hours)

Knowledge of personnel management, organization and training on board ships.


Adequate personnel management concept for managing crew to execute duties and
achieve performance in accordance with the competency standard. Proficiency with
training requirements in accordance with STCW Convention.

20. International maritime conventions (only a revision)

(01 Hours)

Knowledge of International maritime conventions and recommendations, and related


national legislation.
Adequate knowledge on international maritime conventions.

Recommended Textbooks/Reading
Reeds Vol 8: General Engineering Knowledge (Reed's Marine Engineering) (v. 8)
(Paperback) by Leslie Jakson and Thomas D. Morton.

Practical List
1. Tracing of the ships power train
2. Ships refrigeration system
3. Fuel and ballast operation
4. Integrity of the Hull and NDT.
5. Fire fighting
6. Action station
7. Communication practice
8. Electrical and Electronic control

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Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

8
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151/225

EN3105
IT3104
ME3122
ME3123
ME3124
ME3125
ME3126

2
3
4

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

Minor
Production
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
Automobile
Marine

Total Hrs Per Week


33
33
33
27

Industrial Engineering Management


Maritime Law and Safety
Instrumentation and Control
Project (Individual)
Production Technology II
Air Conditioning
Advances in Automobile Technology
Naval Architecture and Ship Construction
Industrial Engineering
Design of Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
Vehicle Technology
Marine Engineering Knowledge (Motor)

Semester II

Title
Essentials of Professional
Communication Skills
Information Technology III
Energy and Environment
Mechanical Design
Mechatronics II
Power Plant Engineering
Project (Group)
45 1
2
75 2
3
30 2
75 2
3
60 4
3
81 4
4
90
6
456 15
0 21
Total Hrs per Week
36
Credits per Semester
3
2
3
5
5
6
24

Total Credits
137
140
140
134

None
GPA
Credits

26

None
GPA
Credits

GPA
NGPA
124
13
127
13
127
13
121
13

Weekly
Total Distribution GPA
Hours L T
Remarks
P Credits
E,M
60 4
4
M(MR)
30 2
2
M
60 4
3
5
M
90
6
6
M(Pro)Option 1
96 4
1 3
5
M(R&AC)Option 1
96 4
1 3
5
M(Auto)Option 1
96 4
1 3
5
M(MR)Option 1
60 4
4
M(Pro)Option 2
96 4
1 3
5
M(AC)Option 2
80 2
1 5
5
M(Auto)Option 2
96 4
1 3
5
M(MR)Option 2
96 4
1 3
5
Production
402 16
2 15
25
Credits per
Semester
386 14
2 17
25
25
402 16
2 15
25
25
336 14
1 12
22
25
22

C,E,M
C,E,M
M
M
M
M
M

Remarks

Weekly
Total Distribution GPA
Hours L T
P Credits

Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education


Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering (HNDE), Mechanical Engineering

Semester I

Production
Automobile
Air Conditionin
Marine

Code
ME3227
ME3228
ME3229
ME3230
ME3231
ME3232
ME3233
ME3234
ME3235
ME3236
ME3237
ME3238

Third Year

1
2
3
4
5
6
7

Code

Third Year

Curriculum

186
190
194
198
203
208
211
216

Page
Number
173
178
182

151
154
157
161
165
170

Page
Number

Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education


Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
EN 3105

Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

Title

Third Year
45

Hours Per Week:


Theory 01
Tutorial

Semester
Credit
Hours
Practical

02

Essentials of Professional
Communication Skills
01
02
GPA
None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Students will be able to demonstrate following skills in a professional environment and
become effective communicators.

Interviewing (employment, counseling, appraisal)


Interpersonal relationships (problem solving, listening, negotiating, etc.)
Group work (problem solving, meeting management, leadership)
Literature survey, research methods, strategies.
Presentational speaking (to train, explain, and persuade)

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through quizzes,
take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical classes, projects, mid
term and end semester examination.
Mid terms are closed/open book written examinations of 01 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 01 hour(s)
duration and an oral examination of 40 min duration.
Continuous Assessment
20%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
15%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
20%
35%

10%

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Syllabus
1. Basic Concepts and Communication Systems, Nature of Communication definitions
and variables
(02 Hour)
2. Interviewing Principles, Employment Interviewing, Language and listening,
Negotiating and Problem Solving
(10 Hours)
3. Group Communication, Communication Competence in Groups/Teams, Group
Development, Developing Group Climate, Roles and Leadership in Groups/Teams,
Developing Effective Teams, Conflict Management in Groups/Teams Conflict
Management in Groups/Teams, Online Groups/Teams: Electronic Meetings
(12 Hours)
4. Asking questions, research questions & hypotheses, Finding, reading & using research,
Observing and measuring variables, Introduce Literature Search, Searching strategies.
(08 Hours)
5. Agenda Setting, Delivering an Effective Presentation Presentational Speaking,
Proposal presentations
(04 Hours)
6. Anxiety/Uncertainty Management and Face Negotiation, Persuasive Speaking
(04 Hours)
7. Public Speaking Activity, Community Service Project Presentations

(06 Hours)

Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1. Adler, R. and Elmhorst, J. (2004), Communicating at Work: Principles and
Practices for Business and the Professions, eight editions, New York: McGraw-Hill.
2. Griffin, E. (2003). A first look at communication theory (5th Ed.). Boston:
McGraw-Hill.
3. Reinard, J. C. (2001). Introduction to communication research (3rd Ed.). Boston:
McGraw-Hill.
4. Rothwell, J.D. (2004) In Mixed Company: Communicating in Small Groups and
Teams, fifth edition, Belmont, Ca: Thomson/Wadsworth.

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Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

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Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
IT3104

Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

Third Year
75

Hours Per Week:


Theory 02
Tutorial

Title

Information Technology III

Semester
Credit
Hours

01
03

Practical

03

GPA

None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Aim of this module is to give common ideas of PC Networks and Internet, Database
systems, Implementation of database Systems and World Wide Web based information
systems

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through quizzes,
take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical classes, projects, mid
term and end semester examination.
Mid terms are closed/open book written examinations of 03 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 03 hour
duration.
Continuous Assessment

Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical (Language Lab)
Project(s)
Any other (Attendance)

Mid
Semester
Exam
20%

10%
10%
10%

End Semester
Exam
40%

10%

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Syllabus
1. Introduction to PC Networks and Internet

(04 Hours)

Introduction to a PC Network, Types of networks, Network based applications and


advantages of networks, Hardware requirements and software requirements. Internet its
resources.

2. Database systems

(06 Hours)

The principles of database design and implementation, methods for modeling


information systems including diagramming conventions Yourdon/SSADM utilizing
data flow diagrams (DFD) to show process modeling, entity relationship (ER) diagrams,
Unified Modelling Language (UML

3. Implementation of database Systems

(12 Hours)

compare and evaluate different approaches, utilize relational modeling and data
analysis, functional dependency theory and normalization, Boyce Cod Normal
Form rule to a relational data set, mapping an ER model to form a relational data
set (Schema), coding a schema in SQL, indexes, keys and clusters, entity and referential
integrity

Data centered approach with the file based approach, data integrity and quality control,
transaction processing, use a data dictionary, data independence and physical views of
data, distributed information systems and database architectures, understand relational
calculus and algebra, understand theoretical foundations of SQL, the operators available
in single and multiple (Join) table queries use embedded SQL

4.

Analyze and evaluate world wide web based information systems

(08 Hours)

www based information systems, comparison of different client server architectures,


apply www access to databases through techniques such as cgi scripts and HTML,
interactive graphical tools (applets) and the choice of tools for web enabled information
processing, effective implementation, evaluation and testing of systems

Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1.
2.
3.
4.

Introduction to Database Systems


Data Analysis for Database Design
Using the World Wide Web
Information Technology; A practical course,

Date Addison-Wesley
Howe Oxford University Press
D A Wa ll
Harriet.Hraper

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Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

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Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
ME3122

Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

Third Year
30

Hours Per Week:


Theory 02
Tutorial

Title

Energy and Environment

Semester
Credit
Hours

01
02

Practical

GPA

None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Energy outlook global
Energy outlook local
Energy Source, extraction and sustainable utilization

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical classes, projects,
mid semester examinations and end semester examination.
Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 01 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 03 hour(s).
Continuous Assessment
20%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
15%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
60%

5%

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Syllabus
75% of material:
1. Natural-scientific principles
Needed to understand energy and environmental processes. These include kinetic and
potential energy; the First and Second Laws of thermodynamics; forms of work; of
heat transfer including radiation, conduction and convection; heat engines and
refrigeration; combustion; fuel cells; batteries; solar cells; phase transitions; the forces
of nature; a conceptual understanding of atomic systems and of nuclear fission, fusion
and of the sun; and the use and storage of energy by plants. The geological origins of
fossil fuels and their uneven global distribution and depletion rates; the scientific
principles governing wind, biomass, water-tidal, geothermal and solar energy.

2. Technological-engineering systems
For the extraction, processing and the end-use of energy. Systems include coal,
natural-gas and uranium for the generation of electricity and electrical distribution
grids; and the use of oil in transportation; alternative energy systems and their
engineering limitations. Heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC) and
refrigeration systems, as well as lighting for public and residential buildings; and
basics of control systems.

25% of material:
3. Social and environmental consequences
Of fossil fuels, including the greenhouse effect and global warming, acid rain; the
hazards and disposal of radioactive wastes; traffic congestion, urban sprawl; and
social-economic inequalities in the access to energy and transport services are
stressed throughout.

4. Political-economy and public policy issues


As concerns energy resources and their exploitation. Compare automobile- and oilcentric societies with alternative models using mass-transit, fast-trains and pedestrian
mobility. Special attention is paid to the realities of the global oil industry. U.S.,
Chinese, European-Union and Japanese policies, global contention over energy
sources and their distribution, especially oil. US involvement in the Caspian Basin,
the Persian Gulf and Iraq, Latin America and the South China Seas is discussed, etc.

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Special/Guest Lectures, Field Visits, Classroom Videos/Demonstrations


Automobile fuel efficiency and safety studies
Coal-fired power plants: Current pollutant emissions and possible future trends.
Global climate change: Unavoidable, but on what time scale?
Hydrogen fuel cells, hybrid engines.
Nuclear power and its prospects.
Large-scale solar panel research, development and production
The scientific consensus on global warming and its consequences

Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1. Energy: Its Use and the Environment, Fourth edition, Thompson Learning, 2005.
Hinrichs & Kleinbach.
2. Out of Gas: The End of the Age of Oil, Norton, NY, 2004, David Goodstein.
3. Hubbert's Peak: The Impending World Oil Shortage, Princeton, Princeton NJ, 2001,
Kenneth S. Deffeyes

Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam


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Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education


Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
ME3123

Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

Third Year
75

Hours Per Week:


Theory 02
Tutorial

Title

Mechanical Design

Semester
Credit
Hours

01
03

Practical

03

GPA

None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Understand, analyze, and select mechanical components in typical engineering design
scenarios.
the iterative nature of the design process

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical classes, projects,
mid semester examinations and end semester examination.
Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 01 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 03 hour(s).
Continuous Assessment
20%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
15%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
60%

5%

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Syllabus
1. Machine Components (gears and power screws)

(06 Hours)

Identify common types of gears and describe their uses, Describe gear geometry using accepted
nomenclature, Describe the importance of the involutes profile of gear teeth, Describe the
common materials/methods for forming gear teeth, and explain how those methods influence gear
selection and performance, Analyze a gear train in terms of kinematics, torque transmission, and
reaction forces/moments, Determine safety factors in bending and contact for spur and helical
gears using AGMA standards, Describe the operation of power screws and cite typical
applications, Describe thread geometry for common types of power screws, Calculate friction,
torque, and power requirement for various, power screw applications, Specify an appropriate gear
train or power screw for a given design application

2. Machine Components (flexible drives and bearings)

(06 Hours)

Four principal types of belts and their uses, Size a flatbelt for a given application, Size a Vbelt
for a given application, Select a timing belt for a given application, Select a roller chain for a
given application, Select an appropriate flexible drive element for a given application, Identify
types, uses, and characteristics of journal bearings, Describe the operating principles and
selection criteria for hydrodynamic and hydrostatic bearings, Describe the operating principles
and selection criteria for boundarylubricated bearings, Size a boundarylubricated bearing for a
given application, Identify types, uses, and characteristics of rolling contact bearings, Describe
criteria for selecting rolling element bearings, Determine bearing life (under nonsteady radial
and thrust, loads) for a given application based on manufacturer data, Specify an appropriate
rolling element bearing for a given application, Specify an appropriate mounting arrangement for
bearings on a shaft.

3. Shafts and shaft accessories

(06 Hours)

Identify key functions of shafts, Create free body diagrams for shafts and determine stresses
acting at critical locations, Combine axial, bending and shear stresses, Apply a design
methodology for sizing shafts based on strength and deflection for different types of loading
conditions, Analyze a shaft in terms of kinematics, torque transmission, and reaction
forces/moments, Analyze shafts for deflection. Understand differences for stepped and hollow
shafts, Apply critical speed considerations, Characterize shaft stress concentrations, apply Marin
factors, Identify shaft accessories: keys, pins, splines, etc., Analyze shaft for stress concentrations
caused by accessories, Identify shaft coupling components: Ujoints, locknuts,
retaining rings, etc.

4. Energy storage, transmission, and dissipation

(06 Hours)

Identify different types of springs and describe their use, Develop an understanding of the physics
of springs and how it provides the basis for spring design, Describe the design process for
compression springs, Apply compression spring design process for fatigue loading Brakes and
Clutches:, Differentiate the different types of braking and clutching mechanisms, Demonstrate

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understanding of the physics behind the operation of brakes and clutches, Analyze forces in
clutch and brake designs, Understand the design of brakes: disc, drum, etc., Apply design
knowledge of a brake device

5. Fastening and joining

(06 Hours)

Identify different types of welded joints and interpret basic welding symbols (with aid of
reference material), Cite advantages and disadvantages of welded joints, Determine stress in
welded joints, Determine weld joint strength under static and unsteady loads, Design a welded
joint, Identify types, uses, and characteristics of threaded fasteners, Describe characteristics of
threads using accepted terminology, Determine the stiffness of a bolted joint, Describe the
strength of a bolt, and identify the strength from published tables, Compute the effect of adding
an external load to a bolted joint, Relate bolt torque to bolt tension, Describe the importance of
preload in a bolt; compute preload in a statically loaded tension joint, Determine fatigue life for
bolts with unsteady loads, Analyze bolted and riveted joints in shear, Design a bolted joint

Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1. Shigleys Mechanical Engineering Design,Budynas, R.G., Nisbett, J.K., 8th Ed., McGraw
Hill, 2008 (9780073312606).
2. Mechanical Design of Machine Elements and Machines: A Failure Prevention
Perspective, Collins, J.A., Wiley, New Jersey, 2003.
3. Machine Elements in Mechanical Design, Mott, R.L., 4th Edition. Prentice-Hall, New
Jersey 2004.

Practical List
1. Gears
2. Belts and flexible drives
3. Shaft fatigue
4. Springs
5. Fasteners

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Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

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Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

ME 3124
Third Year
60

Hours Per Week:


Theory 04
Tutorial

Title
Semester
Credit
Hours

Practical

03

Mechatronics II
01
05
GPA
None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Pneumatic Electro systems
Electro-Mechanical Drives
Micro Controllers, PLC
Mechatronic applications and design, Industrial Robots

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room assignments, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical
classes, projects, mid semester examinations and end semester examination.

Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 02 hour duration.


End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written (drawing) examination of 03
hour(s).
Continuous Assessment
Mid
End Semester
10%
Term(s)
Exam
Written
Oral
Quiz(s)
15%
70%
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)
5%

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Syllabus
1. Precision Mechanical Systems

(04 Hours)

Pneumatic Actuation Systems, Electro-pneumatic Actuation Systems, Hydraulic


Actuation Systems, Electro-hydraulic Actuation Systems, Timing Belts, Ball
Screw and Nut, Linear Motion Guides, Linear Bearings, Harmonic Transmission,
Bearings- Motor / Drive Selection.

2. Electronic Interface Subsystems

(06 Hours)

TTL, CMOS interfacing, Sensor interfacing, Actuator interfacing, solenoids , motors


Isolation schemes, opto coupling, buffer ICs, Protection schemes, circuit breakers, over
current sensing, resetable fuses, thermal dissipation, Power Supply, Bipolar transistors/
mosfets

3. Electromechanical Drives

(06 Hours)

Relays and Solenoids, Stepper Motors, DC brushed motors, DC brushless motors, DC


servo motors, 4-quadrant servo drives, PWMs, Pulse Width Modulation, Variable
Frequency Drives, Vector Drives, Drive System load calculation.

4. Microcontrollers Overview

(08 Hours)

8051 Microcontroller, micro processor structure, Digital Interfacing, Analog Interfacing,


Digital to Analog Convertors, Analog to Digital Convertors, Applications. Programming,
Assembly, C (LED Blinking, Voltage measurement using ADC).

5. Programmable Logic Controllers

(10 Hours)

Design characteristics - unitary; modular; rack-mounted


Input and output devices - mechanical switches; non-mechanical digital sources;
transducers; relays
Communication links- twisted pair; coaxial; fibre-optic; networks
Internal architecture - CPU; ALU; storage devices; memory; opto-isolators; input and
output units; flags; shift; registers
Operational characteristics - scanning; performing logic operations; continuous updating;
mass I/O copying
Forms of signal - analogue (0-10 v dc, 4-20 mA); digital
Digital resolution and relationships - 9-bit; 10-bit; 12-bit
Number systems: decimal; binary; octal - hexadecimal; BCD
Protocols - RS232; IEE488 (GPIB); RS422; 20 mA current loop

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Networking methods and standards - master to slave; peer to peer; ISO; IEE; MAP
Logic functions - AND; OR; EXCLUSIVE OR; NAND; NOR
Methods of programming - ladder and logic diagrams; statement lists; Boolean algebra;
function diagrams; BASIC, C and Assembler; Graphical Programming language
Advanced function - less than; greater than; binary to BCD; PID control
Producing and storing text - contact labels; rung labels; programming lists; cross
referencing
Testing and debugging - forcing inputs; forcing outputs; changing data; comparing files
(Tapes, EPROM, disc); displayed error analysis
Associated elements - contacts; coils; timers; counters; override facilities; flip-flops; shift
registers; sequences
6. Programmable Motion Controllers

(08 Hours)

Introduction, System Transfer Function, Laplace transform and its application in


analysing differential equation of a control system, Feedback Devices : Position, Velocity
Sensors, Optical Incremental encoders, Proximity Sensors : Inductive , Capacitive ,
Infrared , Continuous and discrete processes, Control System Performance & tuning,
Digital Controllers, Control modes, Position, Velocity and Torque, Velocity Profiles,
Trapezoidal, S. Curve, Electronic Gearing, Controlled velocity Profile, Multi axis
Interpolation, PTP, Linear, Circular, Core functionalities, Home, Record position, Go to
Position, Applications : SPM, Robotics.

7. Key elements of industrial robots

(04 Hours)

Electrical and fluid drive systems (e.g. harmonic, cyclical, shaft, rod, screw, belt, chain),
sensors (e.g. absolute and incremental encoders, potentiometers, resolvers, tachometers),
brakes, counterbalance devices, CPU; system and user memory; interface units; power
units, relating to proximity, range, position, force, temperature, sound and gas
Sources of error or malfunction - environmental contamination (e.g. smoke, arc-flash, dirt,
fluids, heat); parallax; wear; data corruption; accessibility; sensitivity; accuracy; design

8. Methods of programming industrial robots

(10 Hours)

Programming methods: task programming, manual data input, teach programming,


explicit programming, goal-directed programming
Facilities: conditional loops, datum shifts, location shifts, interrupt peripheral
communications, TCP offsets, canned cycles, macros
Industrial tasks: welding, assembly, machining, gluing, surface coating, machine loading
Setting up and executing the program: program/location input; start-up inter-locking;
Program testing: fine-tuning; automatic operation

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9. Robot cell

(8 Hours)

Design parameters: layout; cycle times; control; accessibility; error detection; component
specification; protection of the robot and peripherals, future developments; hazard
analysis (e.g. human, robot design, robot operation, workplace layout, hardware failure,
control system failure, control system malfunction, software failure, external equipment
failure, external sensor failure); guarding; fencing; intrusion monitoring; safe system of
work; restriction mechanisms
Selection criteria: accuracy; repeatability; velocity; range; operation cycle time; load
carrying capacity; life expectancy; reliability; maintenance requirements; control and
playback; cost; memory; fitness for purpose; working envelope
Design: station configuration; parts presentation; fixtures; parts recognition; sensors; cell
services; safety interlocks; end effectors design; flexibility
Implementation factors: company familiarization; planning; robot manufacturer back-up;
economic analysis; installations scheduling; training
HMI Devices with PLC Systems (Operator Panels and SCADA Systems)

Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1. Mechatronics: Electronic Control Systems in Mechanical and Electrical
Engineering (Paperback), by W. Bolton.
2. Introduction to Control System Technology, by Robert N Bateson
3. Programmable Logic Controllers by W. Bolton
4. A Textbook on Industrial Robotics by Ganesh Hedge

Practical List
To be decided

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Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

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Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

ME 3125
Third Year
81

Hours Per Week:


Theory 04
Tutorial

Title
Semester
Credit
Hours

Practical
(Project)

04

Power Plant Engineering


01
05
GPA
None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Power plant systems, terms and definitions and basic power plant engineering
design calculations.
Proper design and application of power plant related equipment.
Methods of diagnosing and correcting equipment mis-operation or misapplication.
Recognized standards utilized in the design and operation of power plant
equipment.
Prepare and present topical issues relevant to power plant design and operations.

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room assignments, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical
classes, projects, mid semester examinations and end semester examination.

Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 02 hour duration.


End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written (drawing) examination of 03
hour(s).
Continuous Assessment
Mid
End Semester
10%
Term(s)
Exam
Written
Oral
Quiz(s)
15%
45%
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
25%
Any other(attendance)
5%

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Syllabus
1. Introduction to Power Plant Engineering, Electrical Safety

(04 Hours)

2. Steam Power Plants

(06 Hours)

Steam Fundamentals, Plant Design, Boilers & Steam Generators, Boiler Auxiliaries,
Cooling Towers, Water Treatment

3. Nuclear Plants

(06 Hours)

Nuclear Plants Systems, Fission Theory. Steam Supply, Operation and Maintenance,
Reactor Safety

4. Prime Movers

(06 Hours)

Steam Turbines, Gas Turbines, Hydraulic Turbines, Reciprocating Engines

5. Plant Electric Systems

(08 Hours)

AC Generator and Protection, Transformers and Protection, In Plant Distribution System,


AC Motors and Applications, Cable & Bus way Applications

6. Tour of Power Plant (Site to be determined)

(04 Hours)

7. Instrumentation & Control

(06 Hours)

Plant Instruments, Combustion Control, Burner Management, Turbine and Engine


Governors, Systems and Components, HMI interface

8. Features of Power Plants

(04 Hours)

Electric, Dams. Spillways, Water Conductors, Mechanical Equipment, Generators,


Transformers and Controls

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9. Alternative Energy Plants

(08 Hours)

Solar, Geothermal, Wind. Biomass, Waste, Fuel Cell, IGCC, Environmental Controls,
Air Emission Controls, Water Emission Controls, Solid Waste Management, Noise
Control

10. Tour of Power Plant (to be identified)

Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1. Standard Handbook of Power plant Engineering, 2"d Edition by Thomas C. Elliott,
Kao Chen, Robert Swanekamp, McGraw Hill 1997
2. Power plant Engineering, 2"d Edition by BLACK & VEATCH, Lawrence F. Drbal,
Managing Editor, Springer Science + Business Media, LLC 1996

Practical List
Design Project(s)

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Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

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EN3105
IT3104
ME3122
ME3123
ME3124
ME3125
ME3126

2
3
4

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

Minor
Production
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
Automobile
Marine

Total Hrs Per Week


33
33
33
27

Industrial Engineering Management


Maritime Law and Safety
Instrumentation and Control
Project (Individual)
Production Technology II
Air Conditioning
Advances in Automobile Technology
Naval Architecture and Ship Construction
Industrial Engineering
Design of Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
Vehicle Technology
Marine Engineering Knowledge (Motor)

Semester II

Title
Essentials of Professional
Communication Skills
Information Technology III
Energy and Environment
Mechanical Design
Mechatronics II
Power Plant Engineering
Project (Group)
45 1
2
75 2
3
30 2
75 2
3
60 4
3
81 4
4
90
6
456 15
0 21
Total Hrs per Week
36
Credits per Semester
3
2
3
5
5
6
24

Total Credits
137
140
140
134

None
GPA
Credits

26

None
GPA
Credits

GPA
NGPA
124
13
127
13
127
13
121
13

Weekly
Total Distribution GPA
Hours L T
Remarks
P Credits
E,M
60 4
4
M(MR)
30 2
2
M
60 4
3
5
M
90
6
6
M(Pro)Option 1
96 4
1 3
5
M(R&AC)Option 1
96 4
1 3
5
M(Auto)Option 1
96 4
1 3
5
M(MR)Option 1
60 4
4
M(Pro)Option 2
96 4
1 3
5
M(AC)Option 2
80 2
1 5
5
M(Auto)Option 2
96 4
1 3
5
M(MR)Option 2
96 4
1 3
5
Production
402 16
2 15
25
Credits per
Semester
386 14
2 17
25
25
402 16
2 15
25
25
336 14
1 12
22
25
22

C,E,M
C,E,M
M
M
M
M
M

Remarks

Weekly
Total Distribution GPA
Hours L T
P Credits

Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education


Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering (HNDE), Mechanical Engineering

Semester I

Production
Automobile
Air Conditionin
Marine

Code
ME3227
ME3228
ME3229
ME3230
ME3231
ME3232
ME3233
ME3234
ME3235
ME3236
ME3237
ME3238

Third Year

1
2
3
4
5
6
7

Code

Third Year

Curriculum

186
190
194
198
203
208
211
216

Page
Number
173
178
182

151
154
157
161
165
170

Page
Number

Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education


Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
ME3227

Module Number

Year
Number of Hours

Third Year
60

Hours Per Week:


Theory 04
Tutorial

Title

Industrial Engineering
Management

Semester
Credit
Hours

02
04

Practical

GPA

None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall
Learning Outcomes
Stochastic modeling relevant to problem solving in the area of industrial
engineering.
Facilities management, resource planning and optimizing
Human resource management
Project management
Financial management
Quality control
Marketing management, e- Business Design, entrepreneurship
Environment management

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical classes, projects,
mid semester examinations and end semester examination.
Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 03 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 03 hour(s).
Continuous Assessment
10%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
35%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
50%

5%

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Syllabus
1. Operational Research

(06 Hours)

model and modeling process, introduction to operational research, principle of


optimization and the role of analytic solution for problem solving, linear programming:
problem formulation and solution algorithm, goal programming and integer programming:
formulation and its solution algorithms, stochastic analytic methods and network analysis
for solving problems in industrial engineering, reliability model, maintenance, inventory
and supply-chain.

2. Industrial Statistics

(04 Hours)

Inferential and descriptive statistics, introduction to inferential statistics, sampling theory,


central limit theorem, sampling distribution, estimation process, point and interval
estimation, basic of hypothesis test, process of hypothesis test including estimation of
mean, variance, proportion, and goodness of fit test, regression analysis and correlation,
variance analysis including block and observation analysis, one way classification,
fixed/random effects models, two ways classification and introduction of experimental
design, non-parametric statistics.

4. Industrial Psychology

(02 Hours)

definition of psychology, school of thought in psychology, research method and


measurement in psychology, work meaning for a human and evolution of working in an
industrial organization, individual differences.

5. Introduction to Economics

(02 Hours)

Definition, terminology and the scope of science of economy, utility, supply and demand,
elasticity, production theory, cost of production, market structure, national income and
production, consumption, investment and saving, banking institution and money, fiscal
policy, international trade.

6. Engineering Economics

(04 Hours)

engineering economics, cash flow, concept of time value of money, present equivalent
value, annual value, internal rate of return, payback method, profitability index method,
sensitivity analysis, depreciation, inflation and deflation, replacement analysis, tax
analysis, public investment cost-benefit analysis.

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7. Cost Analysis

(02 Hours)

accounting process, financial report, concept of cost, direct material cost, direct labour
cost, indirect factory cost, order costing, process costing, by product and joint product,
standard costing system and variance analysis, break event analysis.

8. Financial Management

(04 Hours)

financial management overview, financial report analysis (statement of cash flow,


financial ratio), capital market, time value money, risk & return, portfolio, stock & bond
valuation, cost of capital, capital budgeting, operating leverage & financial leverage,
capital structure, working capital management.

9. Database System

(04 Hours)

Basic of database, data base management system (DBMS), modeling method and design
process of database, data definition, data manipulation and implementation of database
system using SQL, issues related to utilization of database for improving business
performance.

10. Information System Analysis

(04 Hours)

Information and information system and its role in controlling process and decision
making process, methodology for information system development, system analysis,
system requirement analysis, system design, standard architecture and information
system implementation process.

11. Organization Design

(02 Hours)

Organization concept, design of organization structure including organigram, main job


and function of operation activity.

12. Facility Lay Out Design

(04 Hours)

facility planning, facility lay out planning procedure, calculation of facility requirement,
systematic lay out planning, non-production activity, production activity, computer aided
layout design, selection evaluation and implementation, quantitative approach, group
technology lay out, heuristics algorithm.

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13. Quality Control

(06 Hours)

concept of quality, quality management and assurance, product quality dimension, quality
control principle of process and design, statistical process control, design of quality
control chart and quality improvement through design by considering the concept
development and its implementation.

14. Human Resource Management System

(04 Hours)

Strategy and planning of human resource management system, system development and
implementation, human resource management system applications, direction for the
human resource management system development.

15. Leadership and Motivation Theory

(02 Hours)

business context and contemporary public sector, human role in contemporary business,
leadership importance, leadership meaning in contemporary business, historical review
on leadership phenomena, cultural perspective on leadership, team development,
leadership pattern, changing management and learning organization.

16. Project Management

(04 Hours)

Project management definition and life cycle of a project, project organization structure
and project management process, project planning and control: CPM method, PERT
method, project team determination, financial planning, planning communication,
documentation and project information system.

17. e-Business

(02 Hours)

introduction, e-business overview, e-business application, business to customer, business


to business, technical infrastructure of e-business system, strategy of e-business
development, supply chain management and e-business, risk management in e-business,
e-business policy and its social effect.

18. Entrepreneurship and Business Development

(04 Hours)

Business concept, stakeholders and business environment, business initiation, business


plan, marketing plan, operation aspect, financial aspect, and business process
improvement, managing marketing function in an enterprise.

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Recommended textbooks/Reading
Same list given under Industrial Engineering

Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

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Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
ME3328

Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

Third Year
30

Hours Per Week:


Theory 02
Tutorial

Title

Maritime Law & Safety

Semester
Credit
Hours

02
02

Practical

GPA

None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
IMO legislature, international conventions and treaties on safe operation of
ships.
Role of the National Maritime Administration.

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical classes, projects,
mid semester examinations and end semester examination.
Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 01 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 03 hour(s).
Continuous Assessment
10%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
15%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
70%

5%

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Syllabus
1. Introduction to Maritime Law

(01 Hour)

Sources of Maritime Law, Organisations concerned with Maritime Law, International


Maritime Organisation (IMO), Role and Functions of IMO, Convention ratification
2. Role of the National Maritime Administration

(02 Hours)

Certification of seafarers, Surveys, Port state control etc.

3. IMO Conventions, Legislation

(02 Hours)

MARPOL Acts, Conventions, Regulations for Prevention of pollution by oil, by noxious


liquid substances in bulk, by harmful substances carried by sea in packed forms, by
Sewage from ships, by Garbage of ships.

4. SOLAS

(02 Hours)

Introduction, General Provisions, Construction, Life saving appliances.


Arrangements, Radio telegraphy and Radio telephone, Safety of Navigation, Carriage of
grain, Carriage of dangerous goods, Nuclear ships certificates.

5. International convention on STCW for seafarers


1978 with 1995 amendments

(02 Hours)

General provisions (15 Nos. Regulations), Master and Deck department, Engine
department, Radio communication and Radio personnel, Special training for personnel on
certain ships, Emergency, Occupational safety, Medical survival functions, Alternative
certification, Watch keeping.

6. International Safety Management (ISM) code

(06 Hours)

Introduction, Background, objectives of code, Implementation, Mandatory applications of


SMS, Safety and environment protection policy, Companys responsibility and authority,
Designated persons, Masters responsibility and authority, Resources and personnel
development of plans for ship board operation, Emergency preparedness, Reports and
analysis of non conformities to accidents, hazardous situations near misses, Maintenance
of ship equipment, Documentation, Companys verification review and evaluations,
certification, verification and control, Advantages of establishing SMS, internal and
external audits, Port state control, PSC mandatory certificate check list, Grounds for PSC
inspection criteria for detention.
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7. Dock labour act, Dock safety, health and welfare regulations.

(02 Hour)

8. Special Duty Vessels Operation, Fire and Safety Regulations

(06 Hours)

Need for special duty vessels with reference to development of trade and
necessities of the trade, Operation of Bulk carriers, Bulk Grain and ore etc.,
Banana carriers, Coal Carriers, Forest Products carriers, Timber wood chip
carriers.
Operation of the following special duty vessels.
Containers, Car containers and RO/RO vessels, Reefer cargo vessels.
Operation of Oil tankers Chemical Tankers LNG/LPG Carriers.
Offshore vessels various types of rigs supply vessels dynamic positioning
vessels diver ships dredgers, tugs and barges.
Safety requirements fire fighting arrangements and methods for all types of
special duty vessels.

9. Registration and ownership of vessels

(01 Hour)

Admiralty jurisdiction , liens, collisions.

10. Limitation of Liability

(01 Hour)

Oil Pollution, Salvage, towage and pilotage, the ships master, passengers, Maritime
Arbitration.

11. Law of the Sea (03 hours)

(02 Hours)

Conventions on the law of the sea, Basic principles of English Law, Basic principles of
contract Law, Basic principles of TORT, The main principles of the law relating to
Agency, Law of carriage of goods by sea.Territorial sea and the contiguous zone,
International treaties, Exclusive Economic Zone(EEZ) and continental shelf, High seas,
Protection and preservation of marine environment

12. Charter Parties

(01 Hour)

Time and Voyage Charter Parties, Freight, Hire and General Average.

13. Bills of lading

(02 Hours)

HAGUE VISBY Rules, Conflict of Laws.


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Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1. MARPOL 73/78
2. SOLAS 74 with amendments as applicable
3. STCW 95
4. ISM code books
5. Dock labour act
6. I.M.O. Websites
7. Ship board operation by Lavery
8. Ships Operation by Capt. Taylor Shipping Law- The Institute of Chartered Ship
Brokers
9. Law of Carriage of The institute of Chartered Goods by Sea- Ship Brokers.

Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

4
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Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

ME 3229
Third Year
60

Hours Per Week:


Theory 04
Tutorial

Title
Semester
Credit
Hours

Practical

03

Instrumentation and Control


02
05
GPA
None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Measurement techniques devices Engineering parameters and their precision
Selection of appropriate instruments for obtaining data for analysis
Design and Instrumentation of Engineering systems

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room assignments, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical
classes, projects, mid semester examinations and end semester examination.

Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 02 hour duration.


End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written (drawing) examination of 03
hour(s).
Continuous Assessment
Mid
End Semester
20%
Term(s)
Exam
Written
Oral
15%
60%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)
5%

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Syllabus
1. Concepts of Instrumentation and Control

(08 Hours)

Basic principles of measurement, Measurement, systems, generalized configuration and


functional descriptions of measuring instruments, examples. Dynamic performance
characteristics, sources of error, Classification and elimination of error.

2. Measurement of Displacement

(06 Hours)

Theory and construction of various transducers to measure displacement, Piezo electric,


Inductive, capacitance, resistance, ionization and Photo electric transducers, Calibration
procedures.

3. Measurement of Temperature

(06 Hours)

Classification, Ranges, Various Principles of measurement, Expansion, Electrical


Resistance, Thermistor, Thermocouple, Pyrometers, Temperature Indicators..

4. Measurement of Pressure

(06 Hours)

Units, classification, different principles used. Manometers, Piston, Bourdon pressure


gauges, Bellows, Diaphragm gauges. Low pressure measurement, Thermal conductivity
gauges, ionization pressure gauges, Mcleod pressure gauge.

5. Measurement of Level

(04 Hours)

Direct method, Indirect methods, capacitative, ultrasonic, magnetic, cryogenic fuel level
indicators, Bubler level indicators.

6. Flow Measurement

(06Hours)

Rotameter, magnetic, Ultrasonic, Turbine flow meter, Hot, wire anemometer, Laser
Doppler Anemometer (LDA).

7. Measurement of Speed

(04 Hours)

Mechanical Tachometers, Electrical tachometers, Stroboscope, Noncontact type of


tachometer

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8. Measurement of Acceleration and Vibration

(04 Hours)

Different simple instruments, Principles of Seismic instruments, Vibrometer and


accelerometer using this principle.

9. Stress Strain Measurements

(06Hours)

Various types of stress and strain measurements, electrical


strain gauge, gauge factor, method of usage of resistance strain gauge for bending
compressive and tensile strains, usage for measuring torque, Strain gauge Rosettes.

10. Measurement of Humidity

(04 Hours)

Moisture content of gases, sling psychrometer, Absorption psychrometer, Dew point


meter.

11. Measurement of Force Torque Power

(06 Hours)

Elastic force meters, load cells, Torsion meters, Dynamometers.

Recommended Testbooks/Reading
1. Measurement Systems: Applications & design by D.S Kumar.
2. Mechanical Measurements / BeckWith, Marangoni,Linehard, PHI / PE
3. Measurement systems: Application and design, Doeblin Earnest. O. Adaptation by
Manik and Dhanesh/ TMH
4. Instrumentation and Control systems/ S.Bhaskar/ Anuradha Agencies.
5. Experimental Methods for Engineers / Holman.
6. Mechanical and Industrial Measurements / R.K. Jain/ Khanna Publishers.
7. Instrumentation & mech. Measurements by A.K. Tayal ,Galgotia Publications
8. Instrumentation, measurement & analysis by B.C.Nakra & K.K.Choudhary, TMH
9. Mechanical Measurements /sahani

Practical List (to be identified on the following guidelines)


1. Fabrication, calibration of measuring devices
2. Use and calibration of measuring devices that can not be fabricated locally
3. Instrumenting of industry applications with relevant measuring devices and
measurements

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Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

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Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

ME3231
Third Year
96

Hours Per Week:


Theory 04
Tutorial 01

Title

Production Technology II

Semester
Credit
Hours

02
05

Practical

03

GPA

None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes

Machining of special profiles.


Surface finishing and treatment to precision.
Nano Fabrication
Welding of difficult joints and special material with precision.
Product design.

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical classes, projects,
mid semester examinations and end semester examination.
Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 01 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 03 hour(s).
Continuous Assessment
20%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
15%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
60%

5%

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Syllabus
1. Machining Processes Used to Produce Round Shapes; Overview

(04 Hours)

Turning, Facing, Boring, Drilling, Parting, Threading, Knurling, Turning Parameters,


Lathes and Lathe Operations, High-Speed Machining, Ultra precision Machining and
Hard Turning, Cutting Screw Threads, Boring and Boring Machines, Drilling and
Drills, Drilling Machines, Reaming and Reamers, Tapping and Taps, Design
Considerations for Drilling, Reaming and Tapping.

Machining Processes Used to Produce non conventional profiles

(06 Hours)

Milling Operations, Milling Machines, Planning and Shaping, Broaching and


Broaching Machines, Sawing, Filling and Finishing, Gear Manufacturing by
Machining.

3. Abrasive Machining and Finishing Operations

(08 Hours)

Abrasives, Bonded Abrasives (Grinding Wheels), The Grinding Process, Grinding


Wheel Wear, Grinding Operations and Machines, Grinding Fluids, Design
Considerations for Grinding, Ultrasonic Machining, Finishing Operations, Deburring,
Economics of Grinding and Finishing Operations.

4. Surfaces, Tribology and Surface Treatment

(10 Hours)

Surfaces, their Nature, Surface Structure and Properties, Surface Integrity, Surface
Texture, Surface Roughness,
Friction in Metals, Friction in Plastics and Ceramics, Reducing Friction, Friction
Measurement, Wear, Wear of Plastics and Ceramics, Wear Measurement, Lubrication,
Metalworking Fluids, Solid Lubricants, Conversion Coatings, Lubricant Selection,
Surface Treatment, Coating and Cleaning, Mechanical Surface Treatment and
Coating, Case Hardening and Hard Facing, Thermal Spraying, Vapour Deposition,
Ion Implantation, Diffusion Coating, Electroplating, Electro less Plating and
Electroforming, Anodizing, Conversion Coating, Hot Dipping, Porcelain Enameling,
Ceramic Coating, and Organic Coatings, Diamond Coating, Painting, Surface
Texturing, Cleaning Surfaces.

5. Advanced Machining Processes and Nanofabrication

(08 Hours)

Chemical Machining, Electrochemical Machining, Electrochemical Grinding,


Electrical-Discharge Machining, Wire EDM, Laser-Beam Machining, Electron-Beam

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Machining and Plasma-Arc Cutting, Water-Jet Machining, Nanofabrication,


Micromachining, The Economics of Advanced Machining Processes.

6. Gas Welding

(04 Hours)

Difficult welds in pipeline construction, joint preparation and welding positions,


welding blowpipes, gas hoses, gaskets, welding filler (welding rods) for gas welding,
oxy-acetylene cutting, plasma cutting, diagonal cutting(chamfering), safety
precautions for cutting and welding in confined spaces, soldering, contraction and
strain

7. Electric Welding

(04 Hours)

weld ability of steel, electric welding of gray cast iron, welding of non-ferrous metals,
joint operation and welding position, welding current sources, types of load, working
techniques in electric arc welding, carbon arc cutting and gouging, preparation of
welded joints, welded seams, electric resistance welding, accident regulations
health protection.

8. Protective Gas Welding

(08 Hours)

Protective gases; inert gases, active gases, selection of protective gases, protective gas
welding processes, Tungsten-Inert-Gas (TIG) welding, inert-gas and active-gas metal
arc welding,

9. Competitive Aspects of Manufacturing

(08 Hours)

Material Selection, Product Design and Quality of Materials, Substitution of


Materials, Selection of Manufacturing Process, Process Capabilities, Manufacturing
Costs, Value Engineering

Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

Nanotechnology, NORIO TANIGUCHI, Oxford University Press, 1996.


Tool Engineering Handbook ASTME.
Metal Cutting, M.C.Shaw, Pearsons Publication.
A Text book of Production Engineering, Dr. K.C.Jain & A.K.Chitale, , PHI Publication
Workshop Technology Vol I, II, III, Chapman W. A. J. ELBS Publishers
Amstead B.H., Ostwald Phylips and Bageman.R.L., Manufacturing Processes John
Wileys Sons(1987).

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Practical List
1. Experiments to demonstrate the features of CNC machines, CNC programming on
turning and milling machines.
2. Study of the geometry of the robot manipulators, grippers and exercises on robot
programming.
3. Demonstration of basic CAD-CAM systems, generation of tool path from product
geometry using CAD-CAM simulation tools, Robot simulation modeling.
4. Design and manufacturing of product based on customer requirement (individual) that
will give exposure to all the topics covered under this module.

Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module:
Week Topic
Hours
Resource
Remarks
Person/Lecturer
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
End Semester Exam

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MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

ME3232

Title

Third Year
96

Hours Per Week:


Theory 04
Tutorial 01

Air Conditioning

Semester
Credit
Hours
Practical

03

02
05

GPA

None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
ASHARE codes, standards.
Health and operational standards
Applications, assembly, operation, controls and maintenance.
Safety related to refrigeration and air-conditioning.

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical classes, projects,
mid semester examinations and end semester examination.
Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 01 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 03 hour(s).
Continuous Assessment
15%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
15%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
65%

5%

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Syllabus
1.

Occupational health requirements

(06 Hours)

WHO requirements, SLS or available local requirements, ASHRAE standards, noise


and vibration, air quality, sick building syndrome.

2. Operating modes

(04 Hours)

Ventilation, evaporative cooling, ventilation and cooling, ventilation and heating,


dehumidification, dehumidification and reheat, humidification, primary and
secondary air.
3. HVAC system components and functions

(04 Hours)

Fans, ducting, registers, dampers, filters, cooling coils, heating coils, induction units,
fan coil units, terminal units, humidifiers, pumps and sprayers, hydronic systems and
components.

4. Applications and construction of air conditioning systems

(12 Hours)

Applications, residential, commercial, low and high rise, industrial ventilation and air
conditioning, packaged plant, RACs, split systems (wall and floor console, ceiling
fan coil), wall facing, roof top, reverse, cycle option central station plant, all air
systems, constant volume variable temperature, constant temperature variable,
volume, air/water systems, all water system, multi-zoning, thermal storage, systems,
basic air conditioning system diagrams, duct layout, hydronic layout, unit/conditioner
drawings
5. HVAC control systems

(04 Hours)

Basic principles, terminology, symbols and diagrams, basic applications

6. Cooling Towers

(08 Hours)

Heat Removal and Working Principles, Atmospheric Water Cooling, Air for Cooling,
Cooling Range and Cooling Effect, Heat Load, Pumping Head, Drift, Blow down,
Make-up, Classification, Performance, Prevent Ice Formation, Fog, Running Fan in
Reverse, Mechanical Maintenance, Structural Maintenance, Shutting Down,
Limitations, Sizing Pump, Protection from Freezing.

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7. Piping and Fittings

(08 Hours)

Velocity and Pressure Drop, Plant Piping Joints, Connections on Liquid Receiver,
Hot-gas Line, Suction Piping Hookups to Compressor, Expansion valve Hookup,
Piping for parallel operation, Backpressure Regulator Hookup, Shell and Tube Liquid
Chiller Hookup, Solenoid Valve Hookup for Brine System, Tables of Materials for
Refrigeration Piping, Valves, Insulation for low temperatures, Vapour Barrier to
Prevent Moisture Harming Insulation.

8. Cooling Water and Brine

(04 Hours)

Circulating Systems, Open and Closed Systems, Langelier Index, Control Scale
Method, Surface-active Materials, Corrosion, Slime and Algae Chemicals,
Intermittent Feed, Wood Destruction, Delignification, Scale Deposits, Fungus Attack,
Alkelinity, Blow down Calculations, Brine Systems, Brine Coolers, Kinds of Brine,
Density of Brine, Ammonia Leakage in Brine, Testing Brine, Meaning of pH.

9. Fans

(06 Hours)

Definition, Similarity Laws, Theoretical Expression, Fans and System

10. Safety

(04 Hours)

Refrigeration Code, Explosions, Gage Glass, Safety Rule, Precautions, Fire


Extinguishers, Gas Mask, Smoking, Periodic Testing, Toxic Refrigerants, Ammonia
Dangers, Ammonia Leak, Ammonia in Eyes, Ammonia in Flames, Carbon Dioxide,
Halocarbon Dangers, Carbon Tetrachloride, Gasoline Dangers, Safe Solvent, Dry Ice,
Low Voltage, Dumping Ammonia, Preventing Slugs of Ammonia, Oil in System,
Oxygen for Leak Test, Canister Gas Mask, Test Pressures, Checking New System

Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1. Refrigeration and Air Conditioning: An Introduction to HVAC (4th Edition) By
AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIG, Larry Jeffus.
2. Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician's Epa Certification Guide, By
James F. Preston
3. Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning (3rd Edition), By Tom Birch.
4. Troubleshooting and Servicing Modern Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
Systems, By John Tomczyk.
5. Electricity for Refrigeration, Heating and Air Conditioning, By Russell E. Smith

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Practical List
1. Window type air- conditioner
2. Split type air-conditioner
3. Cooling tower
4. Automotive air-conditioner
5. Central air-conditioning system in an industry.

Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

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Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Module Number

Year
Number of Hours

ME3233
Third Year
96

Hours Per Week:


Theory 04
Tutorial 01

Title

Advances in Automobile
Technology

Semester
Credit
Hours

02
05

Practical

03

GPA

None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Engine Management systems
Engine Design principals
Vehicle Electrical and Electronics
Engine Performance and measurements.

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical classes, projects,
mid semester examinations and end semester examination.
Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 01 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 03 hour(s).
Continuous Assessment
20%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
15%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
60%

5%

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198/225

Syllabus
1. Engine management systems.

(16 Hours)

Petrol Injection/Carburetor (Mechanical and electronic), fuel delivery, key


components, sequential and grouped systems, diagnostic equipment, data
interpretations, closed and open loop, reformatting of system, gasoline direct injection
systems, design, circuits and auxiliary devices, electronic control, multiple
carburetors, limitations, venturi effect, analysis and correction procedures.
- Ignition: contact point electronic, computer controlled engine management.
- Alternative Fuels: Range of fuels, body modification, engine modification,
component and installation requirements codes of practice, standards, component
service, principles of mixing, combustion and emission, regulators,
commissioning and certification
- Trends and developments: Diesel two strokes, four stroke, direct and indirect
injection. Fuelling component principles and service, control systems, spray
patterns, common rail.
- Emissions: Emission types, mitigation, effect on environment, engine design
considerations, control systems, test procedures, data interpretation, trends and
developments.
- Pressure Charging: Superchargers, turbochargers, pressure control, system
component, service procedures, effect on engine and components, nitrous oxide
system, ignition parameters.
- Global, Regional, National and Industry issues Manufacturing rules, resources
- Natural / human, infrastructure, global organizations, environmental, government
regulations, industry representation

2. Design of Engines and Practical Implications

(12 Hours)

Design trends, metallurgy, heat treatment, crankshafts, connecting rods, pistons and
rings, bearings, seals, component stresses, wear patterns, reconditioning, and
performance
Enhancement, service testing, failure analysis, coolant and lubricant.
- Cylinder head Valve arrangement, operating systems, valve and camshaft design,
metallurgy, combustion chambers, ports, intake and exhaust, thermodynamics,
cooling and lubrication, performance enhancement, reconditioning, service testing,
failure analysis.
- Engine testing Mounting, ancillary equipment, start up priming, timing, fuel
efficiency, thermal efficiency, laws of thermodynamics, mechanical efficiency,
torque, speed and power graphs, noise vibration and harshness, engine balance,
fluid tightness.
- Research and developments Materials, engine design, performance, emissions,
economy, environmental issues, ancillary equipment

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3. Vehicle electrical and electronics.

(16 Hours)

Maximum current rating, daisy chaining, splice locations, connectivity, local


constraints, 3d harness models, generation of automotive wiring diagrams using CAD,
detailed harness definition and documentation, create topology and rules, electrical
simulation and analysis, circuit laws in resistive networks, appropriately size
components such as fuses and cables, resistivity, temperature coefficient, inductance,
shields and twisted pair, Alternators, rectifiers, magnetism, electromagnetic effects,
generators, voltage regulators, batteries, starting systems, solenoids and relays,
Semiconductor devices, circuit development and construction, electromotive
compatibility (EMC), legislation, Scan tools, oscilloscope, function generators, digital
multimeter (DMM).
4. Engine performance.

(16 Hours)

Fuel consumption, thermal efficiency, speed density, air fuel ratio, barometric pressure
vs. elevation, combustion, Engine tuning, mapping, performance parameters,
Interceptors and auxiliary computers, engine control units, Programmable control
modules, peripheral devices and communications, data logging principles, types,
features, functions and applications, O2 sensor feedback incorporating open and closed
loop functionality, ABS systems incorporating PID, cruise control, throttle bi-wire,
Speed/torque characteristics, tuning for: emissions/performance/economy, valve and
ignition timing, Ideal gas law, fuelling, recalibrating, nitrous, water injection, effects of
pressure charging, octane rating.

Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1. How to Tune and Modify Engine Management Systems (Motorbooks Workshop)
(Paperback) Jeff Hartmanhttp://www.amazon.com/Modify-ManagementSystems-Motorbooks-Workshop/dp/0760315825 - #.
2. Automobile Electrical and Electronic Systems (Paperback) by Tom Denton BA
MIRTE AMSAE Cert. Ed.
3. Internal Combustion Engines Analysis and Practice, Obert, E.F., International
Text Books Co.,Scranton, Pennsylvania, 1988.
4. How to Diagnose and Repair Automotive Electrical Systems (Motorbooks
Workshop) (Paperback) by Tracy Martin.
5. Advanced Engine Performance Diagnosis (Textbook Binding), by James D.
Halderman.
6. Automotive Engines, William H. Crouse, McGraw Hill Publishers, 1985.
7. Automotive Engines Ellinger H.E., Prentice Hall Publishers, 1992.
8. Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning (3rd Edition), By Tom Birch.

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Practical List
1. Engine diagnostics
2. Fuel injection
3. Vehicle emission
4. Fuel test
5. Auto electrical modal
6. Auto electronics modal
7. Auto climate control modal

Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

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Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Module Number

Year
Number of Hours

ME3234
Third Year
60

Hours Per Week:


Theory 04
Tutorial 01

Title

Naval Architecture and


Ship Construction

Semester
Credit
Hours

02
04

Practical

GPA

None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Terminology and types of ships
Operation of the ships
Ship construction

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical classes, projects,
mid semester examinations and end semester examination.
Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 01 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 03 hour(s).
Continuous Assessment
05%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
15%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
75%

5%

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Syllabus
1. Function of the ship

(01 Hours)

Design and integration of ship systems, Layout of the ship, Ship types.

2. Geometry of ship & Hydrostatics Calculations

(04 Hours)

Ship lines, Displacement Calculation, First and Second moment of area, Simpsons rules,
application to area and volume, Trapezoidal rule, mean and mid-ordinate rule,
Tchebycheff's rule and their applications. Tonnes per Cm. immersion. coefficients of
form, Wetted surface area, similar figures. Centre of gravity, effect of addition and
removal of masses, Effect of suspended mass.

3. Transverse Stability of Ships

(01 Hours)

Statical stability at small angles of heel, Calculation of B.M. & Meta-centric height,
inclining experiment, free surface effect, stability at large angles of heel, curves of
statical stability, dynamical stability, angle of loll; stability of a wall sided ship.

4. Longitudinal Stability and trim

(02 Hours)

Longitudinal BM, Moment to change trim one cm, change of trim, change of L.C.B. with
change of trim, change of trim due to adding or deducting weights, alternation of draft
due to change in density, Flooding calculations, Floodable lengths, factors of subdivision,
Loss of stability due to grounding, Docking stability, Pressure on chocks.

5. Resistance & Powering

(04 Hours)

Review of fluid dynamic concepts, dimensional analysis, frictional resistance, wavemaking resistance, and other components of resistance. Use of models, presenting model
resistance data. Functional relationship between resistance and hull form. Algorithms for
resistance calculations. Froudes Law of comparison, Effective power calculations, Ships
correlation Factor (SCF), Admiralty coefficient, Fuel coefficient and fuel consumption.
Effect of viscosity and application of ITTC Formula. Advanced marine vehicles.
Powering of ships, theory of propeller action. Law of similitude for propellers, interaction
between hull and propellers. Model self-propulsion tests. Geometry of screw propellers.
Cavitation. Propeller selection and design. Other propulsion devices such as: jet
propulsion, air propulsion (sail, air propellers), paddle wheels, vertical-axis propellers
(Kirsten, Voith-Schneider) etc. Ship standardization trials.

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Strength of Ships: Curves of buoyancy and weights, curves of load, Shearing force and
bending moments, Alternate methods, standard Conditions, Balancing ship on wave,
Approximation for max. shearing force and bending moment, method of estimating B.M.
& Deflection, Longitudinal Strength, Moment of Inertia of Section, Section Modulus,

6. Propulsion & Propellers

(04 Hours)

Definitions, Apparent and real slip, wake, thrust, relation between powers, relation
between mean pressure and speed, measurement of pitch, Cavitations, Propeller types,
Fixed pitch, Variable Pitch, Ring propeller, Kort nozzles, Voith Schneider propeller,
General theory of propeller action, Theory of screw propeller, Momentum theory, Blade
element theory, Law of similitude and model tests with propellers, Propulsion tests,
Geometry and geometrical properties of screw propellers, ship model co-relating ship
trials.

7. Rudder Theory

(06 Hours)

Action of the rudder in turning a ship, Force on rudder torque on stock, calculation of
force torque on non-rectangular rudder, angle of heel due to force torque on rudder angle
of heel when turning, Types of Rudder, Model experiments and turning trials, Area and
shape of rudder, position of rudder, $tern rudders Vs Bow rudders.

8. Motion of ship on waves

(04 Hours)

Theory of waves, Trochoidal waves, Relationship between line of orbit centres and the
undisturbed surface, Sinusoidal wave. Irregular wave pattern, Wave spectra, Wave
amplitudes, Rolling in unresisting media, rolling in resisting media, practical aspects of
rolling, Anti rolling devices, forces caused by rolling and pitching, Heaving and Yawing.

9. Ship Vibration

(02 Hours)

Types of vibration, flexural vibration, torsion vibration, coupling, approximate formulae


for frequency of vibration of a ship, prevention of vibration.

10. Ship Terms

(02 Hours)

Various terms used in ship construction with reference to ships parameter e.g. L.B.P. Moulded Depth - Molded draught etc. - General classification of ships.
Stresses in Ships structure: Hogging, Sagging, Racking pounling, Pating etc., and
Strength members to counteract the same.

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Sections and materials use: Type of sections like angles, Bulb plates flanged beams used
in ship construction, Riveting & Welding testing of welds, fabricated components.

11. Hull Structure

(04 Hours)

Bottom & Side Framing: Double bottoms, watertight floors solid and bracket floors,
Longitudinal framing keels, side framing like tank side brackets , beam Knee, Web frame
etc.,
Shell & Decks; Plating systems for shells, Deck plating & Deck Girders, discontinuities
like hatches and other openings, supporting & closing arrangements, mid-ship section of
ships.
Bulk heads & Deep Tanks: water tight bulkheads, Arrangement of platings and stiffeners,
water tight sliding doors, Water tight openings through bulkheads for electric cables
pipes and shafting, Deep tank for oil fuel or oil cargo corrugated bulk heads.

12. Bow-Stern Arrangements

(06 Hours)

Types of stems stern frame and rudder, Types of rudder, Supporting of rudder, Locking
pintle, bearing pintle, Pallister bearing shaft tunnel, Tunnel bearings.

13. Ships carrying special cargoes

(04 hours)

Oil tankers, Bulk carriers, Liquefied gas carriers, Container ships


14. Fittings

(04 hours)

Hatches and hatch covers, Mooring and anchoring arrangements, Masts, derricks and
deck cranes, sounding pipes, air pipes, Carriage of containers on deck

15. Corrosion and its prevention

(04 hours)

Corrosion, Corrosion control, Paint systems


16. Load Lines and Draught Marks

(04 hours)

Freeboard, load line marks, Draughts, Tonnage

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17. Surveys and Maintenance

(04 hours)

Surveys, Examinations in dry dock

Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1. Principles of Naval Architecture, Edward V. Lewis ed., The Society of Naval
Architects and Marine Engineers, Chapters 1, 2, 3, Volume 1, 1988.
2. Basic Naval Architecture Barnaby, Kenneth C., 2nd edition. Hutchinson's Scientific
and Technical Publications, 1954.
3. Buoyancy and Stability of Ships Van Lammeren, W.P.A. Ed. The Technical
Publications H. Stam, 1969.
4. Theoretical Naval Architecture Attwood, Edward L. et al. Longmans, Green and Co.,
1953.

Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
Hours
Lecturer Resource
Remarks
Person/
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
End Semester Exam

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Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

ME3235
Third Year
96

Hours Per Week:


Theory 04
Tutorial 01

Title

Industrial Engineering

Semester
Credit
Hours

02
05

Practical

03

GPA

None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Production planning and control
Automation
Ergonomics
Reliability, availability and maintenance
Factory ordinance, legislature on industrial labour
Intellectual Property

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical classes, projects,
mid semester examinations and end semester examination.
Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 01 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 03 hour(s).
Continuous Assessment
20%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
15%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
60%

5%

1
208/225

Syllabus
1. Concept of Technology

(04 Hours)

Definition and evolution of technology, technology and society, innovation, system and
model, technology selection decision and social consideration, engineering, engineering
design, engineering problem solving, human and social consideration in engineering
design, and social problems.

2. Introduction to Industrial Engineering

(02 Hours)

Definition of industrial engineering, concept and scope of industrial engineering,


evolution of industrial engineering approach, concept of manufacturing system, design of
manufacturing system, operation and management of manufacturing system, industrial
engineering education, profession and ethics.

3. Basic Industrial Engineering Design

(06 Hours)

Introduction to design, design using CAD, geometric construction, sketching, lettering,


lines, 3D drawing, orthographic projection, auxiliary views, dimensioning & tolerancing,
tolerance and fit, assembly and exploded assembly model, thread, fastener, springs, Bill
of Material, documentation and working drawing, parametric modeling.

4. Jig and Fixtures

(06 Hours)

Jig and fixtures type and functions, supporting principles, basic of clamping, basic
construction principles, fixture design analytic formulation, clamping position and type
determination, jig and fixture economics consideration, modular fixture system, fixture
design for group technology, fixture design for gauging and inspection, fixture planning
for CAD/CAM integration.

5. Production Planning & Control

(06 Hours)

Definition of production and manufacturing, manufacturing system, production planning


and control cycles, forecasting method, aggregate production planning, master production
schedule, inventory control, material requirement planning, capacity planning, shop floor
control and scheduling, Just In Time based production planning and control, Theory of
Constraint, load oriented manufacturing system, project based production planning and
control, supply chain planning and control, Enterprise Resource Planning

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6. Production System Automation

(08 Hours)

Basic model of automation system, industrial electric diagram, logic gate and electronic
circuit, industrial control equipment, theory and basic of control system, data
communication and local area network in a manufacturing system, programmable logic
controller, numerical programming and control, hard and soft automation.

7. Flexible Manufacturing System

(06 Hours)

Flexible manufacturing system technology, flexible manufacturing system component,


flexible manufacturing system performance evaluation: analytical model, simulation
model, flexible manufacturing system configuration planning: routing optimization,
capacity optimization, tools optimization, flexible manufacturing system production
planning and control: batching, set-up planning.

8. Value Engineering

(04 Hours)

Introduction to product design, design process, design method, design considerations,


cost evaluation, basic concept of value engineering, value engineering and quality, value
engineering and productivity, value engineering phase, value engineering process, costvalue analysis.

9. Industrial Ergonomics

(04 Hours)

Introduction and application of ergonomics, display design, control design, panel lay out
and control, anthropometry and work station, ergonomics application case study, climatic
factors, noise and vibration, lighting system, work organization and application of
ergonomics to small-medium industry.

10. Work Hygiene and Safety Technique

(06 Hours)

Definition and understanding of Work Hygiene and Safety, legislature on labour, factory
ordinance, importance of Work Hygiene and Safety in a company, technique for
designing a safe, hygiene and comfortable work system and Work Hygiene and Safety
management, realization of Work Hygiene and Safety in a company, rules, regulation and
Work Hygiene and Safety audit in a company.

11. Reliability and Maintenance

(06 Hours)

Reliability, availability and maintainability; distribution of failure and repair times;


determination of MTBF and MTTR, reliability models; system reliability determination;

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preventive maintenance and replacement, total productive maintenance concept and


applications, maintenance framework, system and management maintenance, total
predictive maintenance (TPM) and maintenance optimization model.

12. Intellectual Property System

(02 Hour)

Definition of intellectual property, importance of IPR; TRIPS and its implications, patent,

Recommended Textbooks/References
1. Introduction to Industrial and System Engineering, ,Turner, W.C., et. Al, 1993,
Prentice Hall.
2. Industrial Engineering and Management a New Perspective, Hicks, P.E., 1994,
McGraw-Hill, Inc.
3. Engineering Fundamental and Problem Solving, Eide, et. Al., 2002, , John
Wiley & Sons.
4. Operations Research, Ravindran, A., D.T. Philip, & J.J. Solberg, 1987, John
Wiley & Sons.
5. Probability and Statistics for Engineers & Scientists, Walpole, R.E., R.H. Myers, S.L.
Myers, & K. Ye, 2002, , Prentice-Hall.
6. Introduction to Statistical Quality Control, Montgomery, D.C., 2005, , 5th
edition, John Wiley & Sons.
7. Management Information System: Conceptual Foundation, Structure and Development
Davis, G.B., & H.O. Margarethe, 1994, McGraw-Hill Book, Co.
8. Facilities Planning, Tompkins, J.A., Y.A. White, E.H. Bozer, & Fraze, 1996.
Wiley.
9. Fundamental of Industrial Ergonomics, Pulat, B.M., 1992.
10. Leadership in Organization, Yuki, G., 1998, 3rd edition, Prentice Hall
International.
11. Managing Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Technology based Firm, Martin, M.J.,
1994, John Wiley & Sons.
12. Human Factors Engineering, Philips, 2000, John Wiley & Sons.
13. Maintenance Excellence (Optimizing Equipment Life- Cycle Decision), Campbell,
J.D., 2001, Marcel Dekker.
14. Internet Business Models and Strategies, Afuah, A., & C.L. Tucci, 2002, McGrawHill
15. Decision Support System and Intelligent System, Turban, E. et. al., 2001, 6th
edition, Prentice Hall International.
16. Occupational and Environmental Safety Engineering and management, Kavianan, et.
al, 1989, Van Nostrand Reinhold.
17. Project Management: A Aystem Approach to Planning, Scheduling and Controlling
Kerzner, H., 2001, John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
18. Basic Econometric, Gujarati, D. N., 2002, 4th edition, McGraw Hill/Irwin.

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Practical List
1. Industrial Engineering Project I
Practicing the design of integrated system especially in product and process development
system, and design of work system and production system. The practice covers market
survey and product development, process planning, anthropometric and biomechanics
measurement, works station design, work measurement, market forecasting, assembly
line design, production planning and control.
2. Industrial Engineering Project II
Practicing the design of integrated system especially design of management system. The
practice covers quality control, business process mapping, database system design,
organization design, cost estimation, cost accounting system, decision making system
design.

Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

5
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Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Module Number

Year
Number of Hours

ME3236
Third Year
80

Hours Per Week:


Theory 02
Tutorial 01

Title

Design of Refrigeration
and Air Conditioning

Semester
Credit
Hours

02
05

Practical

05

GPA

None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Designing of Refrigerators and Air Conditioning Systems

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical classes, projects,
mid semester examinations and end semester examination.
Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 01 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 03 hour(s).
Continuous Assessment
45%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
10%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
40%

5%

1
213/225

Syllabus
1. Revision of operating cycles.

(04 Hours)

Vapour compression and vapour absorption

2. Design estimate guide for refrigerators.

(06 Hours)

Exergetic analysis of the single components and of the whole system Lubrication,
design of connecting lines, operation and assembly of refrigeration controls, transient
heat conduction. Freezing time assessment, refrigerating capacity modulation, hand
calculations and computer simulations.

3. System design. Example of design of a refrigerating system applied to the


conservation of foodstuffs.
(06 Hours)

4. Analysis of Air Conditioning Systems

(04 Hours)

Building Survey and Conditioning Load Estimate, Human Comfort Heat


Transmission, Outside Temperature, Sunlight, People Load, Infiltration, Air
Saturation Temperature, Air Volume, Spray Cooling, Jet Cooling, Absorption System,
Compression Cycle, Controlling Temperature, Human Effect on Air, Removing
Odors, Evaporative Air Conditioning, Spray Humidifying, Removing Dust, Air
Mixtures, Package Units, Conditioning Old Buildings, Code and sanitary Regulations,
Ice Systems, Ground Water, Air Blending, Central Air Conditioning,

5. Design Aspects of Air Conditioning Systems

(04 Hours)

Zoning, Pressure Losses and Duct Sizing, Ventilation Systems, Air Conditioning
Systems and Applications, All Air Systems, Controlling, Computerized Control,
Vibration Isolation, Building Management Systems, Troubleshooting

6. ASHRAE Codes of Design and Use of Computer Codes for Designing of Air
Conditioning Systems
(06 Hours)

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Recommended textbooks/Software/Reading.
1. Refrigeration and Air Conditioning: An Introduction to HVAC (4th Edition) By
AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIG, Larry Jeffus.
2. Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician's Epa Certification Guide, By
James F. Preston
3. Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning (3rd Edition), By Tom Birch.
4. Troubleshooting and Servicing Modern Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
Systems, By John Tomczyk.
5. Electricity for Refrigeration, Heating and Air Conditioning, By Russell E. Smith.
6. MicroPipe and MicroCalc software by White Rose software (or any other
advanced software)
7. TechniSolve Software
8. ASHARE Handbook latest versions.

Practical list
1. Dismantling, assembly/fabrication and instrumentation of a domestic refrigerator unit.
2. Design, construction/assembly, installation a commissioning of split type air
conditioning unit.

Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
Hours
Lecturer Resource
Remarks
Person/
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
End Semester Exam

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Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Module Number
Year
Number of Hours

ME3237
Third Year
96

Hours Per Week:


Theory 04
Tutorial 01
Day /Time/Hall

Title

Vehicle Technology

Semester
Credit
Hours

02
05

Practical

03

GPA

None GPA

Filed Visits(Other)

Learning Outcomes
Vehicle dynamics and stability.
Alternative energy vehicles.
Damage control
Vehicle Transmission
Vehicle industry policy, regulations, legislature.
Servicing and maintenance of vehicles.

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical classes, projects,
mid semester examinations and end semester examination.
Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 01 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 03 hour(s).
Continuous Assessment
20%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
15%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
60%

5%

1
216/225

Syllabus
1. Automotive Materials

(08 Hours)

Metallic Materials, Physical Properties Chemical elements, sinter metals, rolled iron,
cast iron, ferrous, non-ferrous, ductility, hardness, toughness, density, radial
crushing strength, yield strength, fracture toughness,
Thermal/Electrical Properties; thermal conductivity, electrical conductivity,
coefficient of thermal expansion, permeability, hardness testing, heat treatment,
corrosion and corrosion protection, failure analysis.
- Non-metallic Ceramics, glass, natural materials, plastics, manufactured fibre.
- Composite Properties of composite materials: cores, resins, fabrics, storage
requirements, manufacturing processing techniques, composite component
construction, safe handling and working practices for composite materials,
material analysis and suitability, safety factors, mechanical failure, structural
deterioration and degradation, impact on industry, health and safety.

2. Vehicle Body Systems

(12 Hours)

Body Designs and configuration; stability, passenger and cargo transport,


aerodynamics, coefficient of lift and drag, active and passive restraint systems,
structural analysis, durability, damage control, destructive and non-destructive testing,
maintenance, repair, disposal, legal requirements
Compliance Rules, regulations, controlling bodies, documentation process
Crashes Analysis, repair justification, certification, reporting procedure, impact
energy absorption and dissipation, structural integrity
Auxiliary systems Power take offs, towing configurations and dynamics,
navigation systems, audio/video systems.
Modification Body kits, engines, suspension, brakes, track, low volume
vehicle code, hot rods, compliance, controlling authority, certification process.

3. Transmissions and drivelines (Theory and Design)

(12 Hours)

Clutches Single plate, multi-plate, cone, dog, centrifugal, electromagnetic clutches,


torque transfer, wet/dry, infinite ratio, failure analysis.
- Transmissions; Gear types and concepts, ratios, design, gear loadings, control
systems, power flow, mounting and location, transmission management, transfer,
failure analysis, lubrication.
- Driveline Live and dead axles, joints, alignment, balance, harmonics, noise
harshness and vibration, mounting
- Final drive Gear types, differentials, viscous couplings, limited slip, multi-speed,
torque reaction balance, road speed, reduction drives.

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4. Suspension and its controls.

(12 Hours)

Suspension Trends, spring types, natural frequency and vibration, roll centres, roll
steer, roll resistance, roll couple, anti roll devices, active roll control, centre of gravity,
skidding on cornering, overturning, wheel base, track, shock absorbers, anti dive, anti
squat, tyres.
- Steering Caster, camber, steering axis inclination, included angle, scrub radius,
toe out on turns, Ackerman's principle, toe in, set back, and turning radius.
- Brakes History, leverage, hydraulic principles, Pascal's law, master cylinders,
wheel cylinders, boosters, disc and drum brake systems, pressure lines, control
systems, friction material, braking torque and power, coefficient of friction, heat
dissipation and control, antiskid and antilock braking active braking.
- Trends and development Application of suspension to body design, safety
enhancement, development of braking systems

5. Alternative energy vehicles.

(06 Hours)

- Electrical vehicles, fuel cell technology


- Drive train comparisons: Series, parallel, electric motor/generator technology,
wheel/hub motors.
- VRLA, Ni-MH, Zebra, Lithium Ion, ultra capacitors.
- Battery management, battery conditioning, charge controller, hybrid controller,
charging: opportunity, rapid, fast. Flywheel, permanent magnet, inductive power
transfer, starter generators, fuel cell, micro turbine, regenerative braking, start stop
algorithm.
- DC-DC converters, driver interface, power steer, power brakes, air conditioning,
- Historical trends, legislation, economics, environmental issues, sustainability.
6. Operational requirements of an automotive workshop.
-

(06 Hours)

Service centres, repair shops, vehicle sales, parts sales, dealerships, wholesalers,
dismantlers.
Organizational obligations, customer obligations, warranty claims, service
obligations.
Industry organizations, manpower training, product specialization, health
regulations, social responsibilities. health and safety, Staff structures, division of
labour, labour laws, manpower development, performance criteria, individual and
collective contracts, taxes
Central and local government waste disposal rules, environmental issues, traffic
rules and ordinances, dangerous goods act, motor trade regulations, motor vehicle
manufacturing, import legislation and export legislation, vehicle classifications,
vehicle compliance, low volume certification, ministry of transport, warrant of
fitness.

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Professional bodies and membership, lease finance, bank loans, warranty insurance,
vehicle insurance, public liability insurance, premises insurance.

7. Topics on advances on passenger safety, comfort and transportation of cargo.


(04 Hours)

Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1. Hybrid Electric Vehicle Technology By: Automotive Research and Design.
2. Gillespie, Thomas. Fundamentals of Vehicle Dynamics. Society of Automotive
Engineers, Inc.1992.
3. Wong, J.Y., Theory of Ground Vehicles, Second or Third Edition, John Wiley,
1997.
4. Bosch Automotive Handbook, 4th edition, BOSCH GmbH, 1986.
5. Herb Adams, Chassis Engineering: Chassis Design, Building, & Tuning for High
Performance Handling. HP Books.
6. ADAMS MSC Mechanical Simulation Corporation.
7. CarSim Educational UMTRI The University of Michigan Transportation
Institute and MSC Mechanical Simulation Corporation, July 1997.

Practical List
1. Aerodynamics test
2. Manual transmission drive
3. Automatic transmission drive
4. Balancing and
5. Steering.
6. Climate Control

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Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

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Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education


Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Module Number

Year
Number of Hours

ME3238

Third Year
96

Hours Per Week:


Theory 04
Tutorial 01

Title

Marine Engineering
Knowledge (Motor)

Semester
Credit
Hours

02
05

Practical

03

GPA

None GPA

Filed
Visits(Other)

Day /Time/Hall

Learning Outcomes
Operate monitor and evaluate engine performance and capacity of marine diesel
engines, steam turbines, gas turbines, pumps compressors
Organize safe maintenance and repair procedures for prime movers

Method of Assessment
Acquisition of the knowledge and skills will be assessed continuously through lecture
room, take home assignments, reports produced on laboratory practical classes, projects,
mid semester examinations and end semester examination.
Mid semesters are closed/open book written examinations of 01 hour duration.
End Semester Examination is a closed/open book written examination of 03 hour(s).
Continuous Assessment
20%
Quiz(s)
Take Home Assignment(s)
Practical(s)
Project(s)
Any other(attendance)

Mid
Term(s)
15%

End Semester
Exam
Written
Oral
60%

5%

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Syllabus
1.

Diesel Engine Construction and Maintenance

(12 Hours)

a). Design features, materials and construction and maintenance of two and four
stroke cycle marine diesel engines.
b). Machinery alignment and installation.
c) Diesel engine operation;
safe and efficient operation with minimum fuel consumption and maintenance,
determination of engine power and power balancing of the cylinders, control
indication and alarm systems associated with automatic operation of a diesel engine
power plant, detection and ratification of operating faults, prevention of engine fires
and explosion.
d). Diesel engine systems
Starting and reversing, fuel and lubricating oil, scavenging and supercharging, water,
air and oil cooling, waste heat recovery,
Adequate knowledge on operating the engine to achieve performance level to meet the
operational requirements and in accordance with technical specifications. Proficiency on
the methods of measuring load capacity of engines in accordance with technical
specifications.
e) Auxiliary power plant.
Safe and efficient operation of oil fired and exhaust gas boilers and their associated
equipment, chemical treatment of boiler water and the prevention of contamination,
general requirements of auxiliary diesel engines and boilers and auxiliary steam and
gas turbines, principles of operation of integrated power systems.

2. Marine Gas Turbines

(08 Hours)

Operation and maintenance of marine gas turbines


Adequate knowledge on operating and maintaining ancillary equipment to achieve performance
level to meet the operational requirements and in accordance with technical specifications.
Proficiency in operational and maintenance requirement of marine gas turbines.

3. Operation and maintenance of Marine Steam Plant

(12 Hours)

a) main and auxiliary boilers


Design features, material and construction and maintenance of main and auxiliary
boilers, Installation requirements of boilers, fittings and pipework
b) Boiler Operation
Safe operation of boilers and their fittings, mountings and auxiliaries, efficient control
of combustion, feed water and final steam conditions, chemical testing and treatment
of water in boilers and feed systems and the prevention and removal of contamination,
prevention of boiler fires, blowbacks and explosions
c) Steam Turbines

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Design features, materials and construction and maintenance of steam turbines,


gearing and condensers, requirements for installation and alignment and the
allowances for thermal expansion, emergency connection
d) Turbine Operation
Safe and efficient plant operation of turbine and condensers, start up and shout down
procedures, analysis of information fro monitoring equipment and the determination
of turbine poser, control, indication and alarm systems associated with the automatic
operation of steam turbine, detection and rectification of operating faults.
e) Boiler and Turbine Systems
General requirements of the following systems;
Boiler fuel, feed water and draught air
Turbine and gearbox lubrication
Condenser cooling and air extraction
Main reduction gear box
Deaerator and feed heater
a) Auxiliary Power Plant
Principles of construction, operation, testing and maintenance of auxiliary steam
turbines, diesel engines and gas turbines for the generation of electricity.
4. Propellers and Shafting

(06 Hours)

Types of Propellers, Controllable pitch propellers, Stern tubes; Water lubricated, Oil
lubricated, Shafting systems, Defects of propellers, Repair and maintenance of propellers

5. Refrigeration and Air-conditioning

(06 hours)

Principles of refrigeration, Refrigerating compressors, Refrigerating system


components, Refrigerating system operation, Brine cooling system, Cold storage
spaces, Air Conditioning, Air Conditioning Systems for Accommodation, General
Operation and Maintenance
6. Pumps and Pumping systems

(04 hours)

Principles, Types of pumps, Pump operation Maintenance and troubleshooting of


pumps.
7. Marine Engineering Practice

(04 Hours)

Principles of preventive, corrective and condition monitoring maintenance


strategy and repair technology for marine engine and machinery.
Common recurrent failure and causes on marine engine.

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8. Maintenance and repair procedures

(08 Hours)

Organizing and carrying out safe maintenance and repair of diesel engine including,
Scheduled inspection, adjustment and repair or replacement of components, temporary and
permanent repairs in the event of broken-down
Planning and procedures to carry out maintenance activities in accordance with technical,
legislative, safety and procedural specifications
Adequate knowledge on appropriate plans, specifications, materials and equipment to be
made available for maintenance and repair.
Understand action taken leading to the restoration of plant by the most suitable method.

Recommended Textbooks/Reading
1. 1. Marine Auxiliaries; Professor Daas Gupta
2. Marine Auxiliaries; Butterworth
3. Reeds Vol 8: General Engineering Knowledge (Reed's Marine Engineering) (v. 8)
(Paperback) by Leslie Jakson and Thomas D. Morton.

Practical List
1. Boiler trial
2. Gas turbine test
3. Diesel Engine test bed
4. Generator
5. Pumps
6. Oil purifier
7. Steering gear

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Schedule of Lectures (to be prepared by the Lecture and approved by the module
coordinator to be distributed to the students on the day of commencement of the module):
Week Topic
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Hours

Lecturer Resource
Person/

Remarks

End Semester Exam

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