MA2002 Theory of Mechanism

The course aims to provide students with the fundamental knowledge in the kinematics and dynamics of planar mechanisms, such as linkages, gears, and cams. Both graphical and analytical techniques will be introduced and students will be able to apply the techniques in solving problems in mechanisms.

The purpose of a mechanism is to transmit motion and force. This course introduces the students some basic mechanisms including linkages, cams and gears. Mechanisms are the building blocks of a machine. In a machine design problem, very often the first task is to determine the type and configurations of mechanisms to provide the desired motions.

Once the kinematic issues are addressed, the dynamic analysis can then be performed. In this course, techniques for the kinematic and dynamic analyses of mechanisms will be covered. A course in the theory of mechanisms is essential for any mechanical engineers as the knowledge is fundamental in understanding the working of machines. Apart from analytical ability, it also provides students the opportunities to develop their design capability.

Working Professionals with knowledge in Kinematics of Particles, Kinematics of Rigid Bodies, Kinetics of Particles, Kinetics of Rigid Bodies.

This module is part of 4 courses leading to the "Specialist Certificate in Mechanical Engineering Essentials for Aerospace Engineers".

This Specialist Certificate will enable NTU’s Aerospace Engineering graduates to apply for registration as Professional Engineers, if other requirements (4 years of relevant practical experience in engineering, FEE & PPEE examinations, interview) are also fulfilled. Further details on Professional Engineer registration from PEB can be found at https://www.peb.gov.sg/Downloads/RegistrationasPE.pdf. 

Standard Course Fee: S$1,536.90

SSG Funding Support		Course fee payable after SSG funding, if eligible under various schemes
	Fee BEFORE funding & GST	Fee AFTER funding & 9% GST
Singapore Citizens (SCs) and Permanent Residents (PRs) (Up to 70% funding)	S$1410.00	S$461.07
Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (ETSS)		S$179.07
SCs aged ≥ 40 years old SkillsFuture Mid-career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES) (Up to 90% funding)

• NTU/NIE alumni may utilise their $1,600 Alumni Course Credits. Click here for more information.  

 

COURSE TITLE	ACADEMIC UNIT
MA2009 Introduction to Electrical Circuits & Electronic Devices	3
MA3001 Machine Element Design	3
MA4002 Fluid Dynamics	3

 

Listed courses are:

• Credit-bearing and stackable to Specialist Certificate in Mechanical Engineering Essentials for Aerospace Engineers.
• SSG funded and SkillsFuture Credit approved.