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PDET 422 - Advanced Machine Design


This course is a continuation of POET 411. The course initially reviews the basics of mechanical power transmission. Detailed coverage is then provided for three major drive components (belts, chain and gear drives). In a parallel portion of the course, the student is provided with the knowledge to complete basic static Finite Element Analysis (FEA) of mechanical components using a representative commercially available software package. Completing the course is a representative Product Design problem using FEA Meets General Education Requirements for Problem Solving. Typically Offered Spring Only
Level: UG
Credit Hours: 4

Prerequisite PDET 325 /C- And PDET 411 /C-
Ferris Equivalencies:

Department: SECT



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