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Faculty of Engineering

MODULE HANDBOOK

BACHELOR IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING (MEN)

In accordance with the Specific Examination Regulation of MEN Program

Published by the Faculty of Engineering on June 2021

Valid from winter semester 2021/22 and intake 2021

Annex B

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Update Log

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Changes made

1.0 May 26, 2021 Completed 2.0 June 2021

List of Abbreviations

MEN Mechanical Engineering PLOs Program learning outcomes CM Core module EM Elective module EDA Engineering Design and Automation EPE Energy and Process Engineering VGU Vietnamese-German University, Vietnam RUB Ruhr-University Bochum, Bochum, Germany

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Table of Contents

1. Objectives of the Program................................................................................................................................ 5

2. Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) .............................................................................................................. 6

3. Program structure and curriculum.................................................................................................................... 7

4. Curriculum mapping ........................................................................................................................................ 8

5. Module descriptions ......................................................................................................................................... 9

5.1. 61MEN101: Linear algebra and calculus .................................................................................................. 9

5.2. 61MEN102: Mechanics – Stereostatics .................................................................................................. 12

5.3. 61MEN103: Basics of materials technology 1........................................................................................ 14

5.4. 61MEN104: Engineering drawings ........................................................................................................ 16

5.5. 61MEN105: Business administration ..................................................................................................... 18

5.6. 61MEN106: Advanced calculus and differential equations .................................................................... 20

5.7. 61MEN107: Natural scientific basics (physics, chemistry) .................................................................... 23

5.8. 61MEN108: Mechanics - Strength of materials...................................................................................... 26

5.9. 61MEN109: Basics of materials technology 2........................................................................................ 28

5.10. 61MEN110: Mechanical engineering design 1 ..................................................................................... 30

5.11. 61MEN201: Probability and statistics .................................................................................................. 33

5.12. 61MEN202: Numerical mathematics .................................................................................................... 35

5.13. 61MEN203: Mechanics – Dynamics .................................................................................................... 37

5.14. 61MEN204: Mechanical engineering design 2 ..................................................................................... 39

5.15. 61MEN205: Computer science and engineering 1 + 2 ......................................................................... 42

5.16. 61MEN206: Electrical engineering ...................................................................................................... 45

5.17. 61MEN207: Control engineering.......................................................................................................... 47

5.18. 61MEN208: Thermodynamics .............................................................................................................. 50

5.19. 61MEN209: Mechanical engineering in practice (lecture series) ......................................................... 52

5.20. 61MEN210: Fluid mechanics ............................................................................................................... 54

5.21. 61MEN211: Heat and mass transfer ..................................................................................................... 57

5.22. 61MEN301: Measurement technology with practical training ............................................................. 59

5.23. 61MEN302: Fundamentals of manufacturing ....................................................................................... 62

5.24. 61MEN303: Quality management ........................................................................................................ 65

5.25. 61MEN304: Industrial management ..................................................................................................... 68

5.26. 61MEN305: Automation technology and robots .................................................................................. 70

5.27. 61MEN306: Machine dynamics and drive technology ......................................................................... 73

5.28. 61MEN307: Process thermodynamics .................................................................................................. 76

5.29. 61MEN308: Fundamentals of Chemical engineering ........................................................................... 78

5.30. 61MEN309: Mechatronics systems ...................................................................................................... 80

5.31. 61MEN310: Product development process ........................................................................................... 82

5.32. 61MEN311: Additive manufacturing technology ................................................................................. 84

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5.33. 61MEN312: Foundation of the Finite element method ........................................................................ 87

5.34. 61MEN313: Virtual product modelling and visualization .................................................................... 89

5.35. 61MEN314: Fluid energy machines ..................................................................................................... 91

5.36. 61MEN315: Life Cycle Assessment of Energy Systems ...................................................................... 94

5.37. 61MEN316: Apparatus engineering ..................................................................................................... 96

5.38. 61MEN317: CFD in practice ................................................................................................................ 98

5.39. 61MEN318: Renewable energy systems ............................................................................................ 101

5.40. 61MEN319: Scientific writing + project work ................................................................................... 103

5.41. 61MEN401: Professional internship ................................................................................................... 105

5.42. 61MEN499: Bachelor thesis ............................................................................................................... 107

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1. Objectives of the Program

The objectives of the MEN undergraduate program are to provide graduates with expertise in the basics

of Mechanical Engineering and in one of the two majors: 1) Engineering Design and Automation

(EDA); 2) Energy and Process Engineering (EPE). After the graduation, graduates are able to:

1. apply their solid background in mathematics, natural sciences, and mechanical engineering to

analyze, design, and improve a full range of technical problems with creativity, quality,

imagination, confidence and responsibility;

2. actively self-study to improve their practice of professional fields, communicate effectively in

team-work environment, and especially seek out positions of leadership within their profession

and community;

3. keep possession of intellectual curiosity to motivate lifelong learning and follow a smart

response to the rapidly evolving challenges in technology or other aspects of related

engineering;

4. play a role as an effective communicator for engineering by exhibiting the highest ethical and

professional standards, and by communicating the importance and excitement of this dynamic

field;

5. strongly engage in post-graduate endeavors, whether in engineering graduate study, in

engineering practice, or in the pursuit of other closely related fields, such as science, production

and management.

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2. Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

The MEN program at VGU is committed to impart the following learning outcomes. On successful

completion, the graduate will be able to:

No. Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

PLO1 analyze, design, manufacture, and maintain mechanical systems or energy processes;

PLO2 design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data related to

mechanical systems or energy processes;

PLO3 realize the effectiveness and improve performance of mechanical systems or energy

processes to meet desired needs within realistic constraints with safety,

manufacturability, and sustainability;

PLO4 apply techniques, methods, and modern tools of mechanical engineering to the fields

of production and other engineering application aspects;

PLO5 combine and function in interdisciplinary fields to recognize, develop, and provide an

effective solution for engineering problems;

PLO6 understand the impact of engineering solutions, especially mechanical and energy

system solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context;

PLO7 lead multidisciplinary teams as a leader and effective communicator, both in the

profession and in the community;

PLO8 be equipped with a professional and ethical approach to their careers with a strong

awareness of the social contexts in Vietnam and abroad.

In addition to the aforementioned PLOs, graduates in EDA major are able to:

analyze, simulate, visualize, and design machinery components, machines, and industrial tools

by using solid backgrounds of structural analysis and product development;

analyze, design, and manufacture automatic machines, industrial robots, and automatic

production line by using solid backgrounds of automation engineering, drive technology,

mechanics systems, product development, and applied computer science.

Similarly, graduates in EPE major are able to:

analyze, design, and manufacture energy systems or energy processes by using solid

backgrounds of process engineering, energy systems, fluid energy machines, CFD, and thermal

process;

analyze, simulate, and design sustainable energy systems, engines or processes by using solid

backgrounds of energy conversion systems and renewable energy systems.

3. Program structure and curriculum

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Mathematical/Natural Science Fundamentals 31 7 14 10 0 0 0 0

Engineering Basics 94 18 17 20 29 10 0 0

Engineering Applications 41 0 0 0 0 16 25 0

Non-technical Applications 10 5 0 0 0 5 0 0

Professional Internship 14 0 0 0 0 0 0 14

Projest work and Thesis 20 0 0 0 0 0 5 15

Total ECTS Credit Points 210 30 31 30 29 31 30 29

TypeC = Compulsory;CE = Compulsory Elective

Credit Points ECTS Credit Points

Academic Hours Academic hours per semester

Learning Activity

- L = Lecture

- La = Laboratory course

- T = Tutorial

- Pw = Project work

- In = Internship

- E = Exercise

61MEN101 Linear algebra and calculus C 1

61MEN106 Advanced calculus and differential equations C 1

61MEN201 Probability and statistics C 1

61MEN202 Numerical mathematics C 1

61MEN106 Natural scientific basics (physics, chemistry) C 1

61MEN102 Mechanics - Stereostatics C 1

61MEN108 Mechanics - Strength of materials C 1

61MEN203 Mechanics - Dynamics C 1

61MEN103 Basics of materials technology 1 C 1

61MEN109 Basics of materials technology 2 C 1

61MEN104 Engineering drawings C 1

61MEN110 Mechanical engineering design 1 C 1

61MEN204 Mechanical engineering design 2 C 1

61MEN205 Computer science and engineering 1+2 C 1

61MEN206 Electrical engineering C 1

61MEN207 Control Engineering C 1

61MEN208 Thermodynamics C 1

61MEN209Mechanical Engineering in Practice (lecture series)

C 1

61MEN210 Fluid mechanics C 1

61MEN211 Heat and mass transfer C 1

61MEN301 Measurement technology with practical training C 1

61MEN302 Fundamentals of manufacturing C 1

61MEN305 Automation technology and robots CE 1

61MEN306 Machine dynamics and drive technology CE 1

61MEN309 Mechatronics systems CE 1

61MEN310 Product development process CE 1

61MEN311 Additive manufacturing technology CE 1

61MEN312 Foundation of the Finite element method CE 1

61MEN313 Virtual product modelling and visualization CE 1

61MEN307 Process thermodynamics CE 1

61MEN308 Fundamentals of chemical engineering CE 1

61MEN314 Fluid energy machines CE 1

61MEN315 Life cycle assessment of energy systems CE 1

61MEN316 Apparatus engineering CE 1

61MEN317 CFD in practice CE 1

61MEN318 Renewable energy systems CE 1

61MEN303 Quality management C 1

61MEN105 Business administration C 1

61MEN304 Industrial management C 1

61MEN401 Professional internship C 1

61MEN319 Scientific writing + project work C 1

61MEN499 Bachelor thesis C 1

Learning Activity

L(30), E(30)

L(45), E(15)

L(45), E(15)

L(30), E(30)

L(30), E(30)

L(60), E(30)

L(30), E(30)

L(30), E(30)

L(45), E(60)

L(45), E(45)

L(30), E(30)

L(60), E(60)

L(30), E(30)

Pw(N/A)

L(15), Pw(45)

L(30), E(30)

L(30), E(30)

L(30), E(30)

N/A14

60

60

60

60

60

60

5

5

5

5

7

5

90

60

60

60

5

5

60

60

7 12 N/A

6, 7 8 60

Projest work and Thesis

N/A14

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Professional Internship

L(30), E(30)

L(30), E(30)

L(37),T(15), La(8)

In(N/A)

L(30), E(30)

L(45), La(15)

L(30), E(30)

L(45), La(15)

L(30), E(30)

N/A

N/A

L(30), E(30)

L(15), La(45)

60

90

120

60

60

60

60

60

6

6

3

1

2

L(60), E(30)

L(60), E(30)

L(30), E(30)

L(30), E(30)

L(60), E(30)

L(45), E(15)

L(15), La(45)

L(30), E(30)

L(45), La(15)

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2

4

4

4

4

5

4

4

5

10

5

5

5

Weight for

GPA

L(75), La(15)

L(30), E(30)

L(30), E(30)

L(30), E(30)

5

5

5

10

5

2

60

60

60

60

60

5

6

6

6

210

390

90

90

60

60

90

1051185

90

60

120

60

60

60

60

930

60

60

6

5

41

5 5

5

6

5

5

Non-technical Applications

Total

5

5

5

5

5

1

5

7

6

6

6

6

5

Engineering Basics

Semester Credit PointsAcademic

Hours

3

7

7

5

5

72

1

ECTS Credit PointsCredit

Points

2

31

Type

Legend

Engineering Applications

Mathematical/Natural Science Fundamentals

3

5

9

8

5

Semester

1

2

3

3

4

4

5

5

94

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4. Curriculum mapping The number of ticks in a cell indicates the proficiency level of the corresponding intended learning outcome: √: Beginner - √√: Intermediate - √√√: Advanced

Program learning outcomes

ILO1 ILO2 ILO3 ILO4 ILO5 ILO6 ILO7 ILO8

61MEN101 √ √ √ √ 61MEN102 √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ 61MEN103 √ √ √ √ 61MEN104 √√ √√ √√ √√ 61MEN105 √√ √√ √√ 61MEN106 √√ √√ √√ √√ 61MEN107 √ √ √ √ √ 61MEN108 √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ 61MEN109 √√ √√ √√ √√ 61MEN110 √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ 61MEN201 √√ √√ √√ √√ 61MEN202 √√ √√ √√ √√ 61MEN203 √√√ √√√ √√√ 61MEN204 √√√ √√√ √√√ √√√ √√√ √√√ 61MEN205 √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ 61MEN206 √√ √√ √√ 61MEN207 √√ √√ √√ √√ 61MEN208 √√ √√ √√ √√ 61MEN209 √√√ √√√ √√√ 61MEN210 √√√ √√√ √√√ 61MEN211 √√√ √√√ √√√ 61MEN301 √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ 61MEN302 √√ √√ √√√ √√ 61MEN303 √√ √√ √√√ √√ √√√ √√ √√ √√ 61MEN304 √√√ √√√ √√√ 61MEN305 √√√ √√√ √√√ √√√ 61MEN306 √√√ √√√ √√√ √√√ 61MEN307 √√√ √√√ √√√ √√√ 61MEN308 √√√ √√√ √√√ √√√ 61MEN309 √√√ √√√ √√√ √√√ 61MEN310 √√√ √√√ √√√ √√√ √√√ 61MEN311 √√√ √√√ √√√ √√√ 61MEN312 √√√ √√√ √√√ 61MEN313 √√√ √√√ √√√ √√√ 61MEN314 √√√ √√√ √√√ √√√ √√√ 61MEN315 √√√ √√√ √√√ 61MEN316 √√√ √√√ √√√ 61MEN317 √√√ √√√ √√√ √√√ √√√ 61MEN318 √√√ √√√ √√√ √√√ 61MEN319 √√√ √√√ √√√ √√√ √√√ √√√ 61MEN401 √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ 61MEN499 √√√ √√√ √√√ √√√ √√√ √√√ √√√ √√√

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5. Module descriptions

5.1. 61MEN101: Linear algebra and calculus

Module coordinator/Lecturer Type Lecturer Email Office Office hours (if any)

Module Coordinator

Dr. Nguyen Hai Van [email protected] B110 TBC

Lecturer Dr. Nguyen Hai Van [email protected] B110 TBC Tutorial Dr. Nguyen Hai Van [email protected] B110 TBC

Classification [Compulsory] [Compulsory optional] [Optional/Elective] Semester Summer Semester Student workload

Credits 7 ECTS Contact hours 90 AHs Assignments and independent learning 120 AHs

Total Working hours 210 AHs Frequency The module is offered each academic year. Prerequisites None Intended learning outcomes On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:

1. Use computational techniques and algebraic skills essential for the study of systems of linear equations, matrix algebra, vector spaces, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, and diagonalization;

2. Determine the continuity and differentiability of a function at a point and on a set; 3. Use the derivative of a function to determine the properties of the graph of a function and use

this to estimate its derivative, solve problems in a range of mathematical applications using the derivative or the integral;

4. Communicate and understand mathematical statements, ideas, and results, both verbally and in writing, with the correct use of mathematical definitions, terminology, and symbolism;

5. Model mathematically applied engineering problems; 6. Identify and evaluate suitable mathematical tools from the fields of linear algebra and analysis

of one variable for this model; 7. Solve mathematical problems utilising selected methods.

Contents

No. Topics

1.

Linear Systems System of Linear Equations Row Reduction and Echelon Forms Vector Equations The Matrix Equation Solution Sets of Linear Systems Linear Independence Graphs and Matrices

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No. Topics

2.

Matrix Algebra Matrix Operations The Inverse of a Matrix Characterizations of Invertible Matrices Matrix Factorization

3.

Matrix Determinant Introduction to Matrix Determinant Properties of Determinants Cramer's Rule, Volume, and Linear Transformation

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Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors The Characteristic Equations Matrix Diagonalization

5.

Vector Spaces Vector Spaces and Subspaces Linear Independence Sets; Basis and Dimension of a Vector Space Coordinates and Change of Basis

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Functions and Limits Four ways to represent a function Mathematical models New functions from old functions The tangent and velocity problem The limit of a function Calculating limits using limit laws Continuity

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Derivatives Derivatives and Rate of Change The Derivative as a Function Differentiation Formulas & Derivatives of Trigonometric Functions The Chain Rule Implicit Differentiation Linear Approximations and Differentials Related Rates

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Applications of Differentiation Maximum and Minimum Values The Mean Value Theorem How Derivatives Affect the Shape of a Graph Limits at Infinity; Horizontal Asymptotes Optimization Problems Antiderivatives

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Integrals Areas and Distances The Definite Integral The Fundamental Theorems of Calculus Indefinite Integrals and the Net Change Theorem The Substitution Rule

10. Applications of Integration

Areas between curves Volumes

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No. Topics Volumes by Cylindrical Shells Average value of a function

Learning activities

Activities Expectation/Explanation (if any) Attendance Students should attend 100%. Attendance will be taken during each lesson! Individual Assignments

Regular assignments are given to test students' learning and development.

Online Activities A forum will be created on a platform for student discussions and sharing on topics, group, and individual works.

Mode of Assessment Assignments: Submission of assignments gets 10% bonus. Exams - Length of examination: 150 minutes - Laptops, tables, mobile phones and programmable calculators are not allowed. Grading policy

Assessment method Percentage of total Assessment date

Assignments 10 (Bonus) TBC

Final exam/Written exam 100 TBC

Total 100 Module materials Required texts

1. Lay et al. 2011, Linear Algebra and Its Applications, 4th Ed., Boston: Pearson [ISBN: 0321385179]

2. Stewart 2012, Calculus, 7th Ed., Cengage Learning [ISBN: 1133295320] Recommended texts

1. Chang, L.A. 1983, Handbook for Spoken Mathematics, Lawrence Livermore National Lab.

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5.2. 61MEN102: Mechanics – Stereostatics Module coordinator/Lecturer

Type Lecturer Email Office Office hours (if any) Module Coordinator

Dr. Tran Tuan Minh [email protected] B110 9:00-11:00 AM, Mon to Fri

Lecturer Dr. Tran Tuan Minh [email protected] B110 9:00-11:00 AM, Mon to Fri

Tutorial Dr. Tran Tuan Minh [email protected] B110



Total Working hours 270 AHs Frequency The module is offered each academic year Prerequisites None Applicability for other modules 61MEN108: Mechanics – Strength of Materials; 61MEN203: Mechanics – Dynamics; 61MEN204: Control Engineering

Intended learning outcomes On successful completion of this module, the learner will be able to:

1. Become familiar with the engineering terminology and thinking, which is essential for the advanced lectures;

2. Be enabled to abstract physical conditions, reduce them to the significant, and handle the results with mathematical methods;

3. Be enabled to analyze the influence of systems of forces on bodies at rest.

Contents No. Topics

1.

Basic principles Force vectors; Equivalent force system; Equations of equilibrium; Free body diagram; Reaction; Static indeterminacy

2.

Structural Analysis Difference between trusses, frames and beams, Assumptions followed in the analysis of structures; 2D truss; Method of joints; Method of section; Frame; Simple beam; Types of loading and supports; Shear force and bending moment diagram in beams; Relation among load, shear force and bending moment.

3. Friction Dry friction; Description and applications of friction in wedges, thrust bearing (disk friction), belt, screw, journal bearing (Axle friction); Rolling resistance.

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No. Topics

4.

Virtual work and Energy method Virtual displacement; Principle of virtual work; Applications of virtual work principle to machines; Mechanical efficiency; Work of a force/couple (springs etc.); Potential energy and equilibrium; Stability.

Learning activities

Activities Expectation/Explanation (if any) Attendance Students should attend 100%. Individual Assignments

Regular exercises are given to help students learning and development.

Mode of Assessment Final Exams - Length of examination: 180 minutes - Materials, reference is allowed in the exam room. Grading policy


Final exam/Written exam 100 TBC Module materials Required texts

1. D. Gross, W. Hauger, J. Schroeder, W. A. Wall, N. Rajapakse 2009, Engineering Mechanics 1, Springer [ISBN: 978-3-540-89936-5]

Recommended texts 1. R. C. Hibbeler 2016, Statics & Dynamics, 14th Ed., Pearson Prentice Hall [ISBN: 978-0-13-

391542-6] 2. D. Gross, W. Ehlers, P. Wriggers, J. Schroeder, R. Mueller 2017, Statics – Formulas and

Problems, Springer [ISBN: 978-3-662-53853-1]

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5.3. 61MEN103: Basics of materials technology 1 Module coordinator/Lecturer

Type Lecturer Email Office Office hours (if any)

Module Coordinator

Dr. Nguyen Xuan Thanh [email protected] B110 On appointment

Lecturer Dr. Nguyen Xuan Thanh [email protected] B110 On appointment Tutorial Dr. Nguyen Xuan Thanh [email protected] B110 On appointment



Total Working hours 120 AHs Frequency The module is offered each academic year. Prerequisites Successful participation of the foundation year. Applicability for other modules Knowledge of this module is required to study Basics of Materials technology 2.

Intended learning outcomes On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:

1. Acquire basic knowledge of structures and properties of different materials; 2. Interpret the structure-property relationship of the materials at the basic level; 3. Apply the Gibbs phase rule and lever rule to binary phase diagrams to analyze composition and

the microstructures of alloys formed during phase transformation; 4. Gain the fundamental knowledge of the working principles during mechanical testing and the

resulting materials properties; 5. Enhance their ability to select materials for specific applications;

Contents

No. Topics 1. Terms and definitions 2. Atomic and molecular structures of metallics, ceramics and polymers 3. Macro- and microstructures 4. Solidification processes 5. Phase constitution and phase transformations 6. Methods for analyzing materials structures 7. Mechanical and physical properties 8. Mechanical testing methods 9. Non-destructive testing 10. Examples of structural and functional materials

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Learning activities Activities Expectation/Explanation (if any)

Attendance Students should attend 100%. Attendance will be checked by the signature of students who attend the lectures before the lectures start. There is no grade for the attendance completion.

Individual Assignments


Mode of Assessment Exams -Length of examination: 150 minutes. -Materials, reference is allowed in the exam room. Grading policy




1. W. D. Callister, Jr., D. G. Rethwisch, December 2009, Materials Science and Engineering: An Introduction, 8th Edition, John Wiley and Sons [ISBN: 9780470419977]

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5.4. 61MEN104: Engineering drawings Module coordinator/Lecturer


Module Coordinator

Prof. Nguyen Quoc Hung [email protected] B109 On appointment

Lecturers Prof. Nguyen Quoc Hung [email protected] B109 On appointment Dr. Eric Dimla [email protected] B110 On appointment

Tutorial Msc. Nguyen Duc Thinh [email protected] B111 On appointment Lab Msc. Nguyen Duc Thinh [email protected] B.111 On appointment



Total Working hours 150 AHs

Frequency The module is offered each academic year. Prerequisites None Applicability for other modules 61MEN110: Mechanical Engineering Design 1; 61MEN 205: Mechanical Engineering design 2


Develop basic knowledge of technical drawing based on ISO Standard; Differentiate the First angle projection and third angle projection; Have an understanding the meaning of lines, tolerance, symbols, surface roughness; Visualize the shape and size of an object from orthographic views and vice versa; Visualize the shape and size of an object from physical model; Read and understand the technical working drawings (assembly, detailed drawings); Prepare drawings for simple and moderate complicated workpiece for production.; Prepare assembly drawings for simple machines/mechanisms (up to 6 parts); Fluently use at least one CAD software (NX is recommended) to create 2D and 3D parts,

assembly models and working drawings.

Contents No. Topics

1. Introduction to Engineering drawing General introduction to Engineering Drawing and the course

2. Using drawing tools Using tools for sketching of applied geometry

3. Projection-Orthographic projection Basic concepts of object representation, fundamentals of orthographic projection

4. Orthographic writing, reading and convention Improving skills of writing, reading and using convention in orthographic representation

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No. Topics

5. Section views and convention Fundamentals of section views and convention in sectioning with practical applications

6. Pictorial Sketching Fundamentals of isometric and oblique pictorial drawings. Practical skills in wrings and reading isometric and oblique pictorial drawings.

7. Working Drawing and dimensioning Fundamentals of working drawings (detailed drawings, assembly drawings). Dimensioning in working drawings including geometric tolerances and fits

8. Tolerances and fits Fundamentals of tolerances and fits

9. Introduction to CAD Introduction to CAD, CAD software, CAD functions, step for create 2D, 3D, assembly models and working drawings using CAD

10. Labs for CAD Lab exercises for CAD (NX): 2D sketch, Part modeling, Assembly modeling, Working drawings, simple FEM.

Learning activities

Activities Expectation/Explanation (if any) Attendance Students should attend 100%. Attendance will be checked 3 times randomly

by submission of 3 mini tests given randomly. There is no grade for the attendance completion.


Regular assignments that contribute to the final mark are given to test students' learning and development.

Self-study It is expected the students have to spend at least 120 hrs for self study. Lab or Workshop 4 lab exercise lectures with around 20 hrs.

Mode of Assessment Assignments: 5 assignments, the assignment grading will be up to 30% of the course final grade. Exams -Written exam: 120 minutes, all materials, reference are allowed in the exam room. - Computer exam (CAD): 120 minutes, all materials, reference are allowed in the exam room. Grading policy


Assignments 30 Every two week

Written final exam 40 At the end of the course

Computer final exam 30 At the end of the course


1. Engineering Drawing, M B Shah, Pearson publication, 2007 2. Textbook of Engineering Drawing, K V Reddy, BS Publication, 2nd Edition 3. Machine drawing, K. L. Naranyana, New Age International publishers, 3rd Ed.

Recommended texts 1. Singh, Ajeet., Machine Drawing, Tata McGraw-Hill, 2007 2. Ming C. Leu, NX 10 for Engineering Design, Siemens, 2015

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5.5. 61MEN105: Business administration Module coordinator/Lecturer


Dr. Le Minh Hanh [email protected] B108 13:00-14:00, Wednesdays

Lecturer Dr. Le Minh Hanh [email protected] B108 13:00-14:00, Wednesdays



Total Working hours 150 AHs Frequency The module is offered each academic year Prerequisites None Entry requirements • Solid command of English • Basic understanding of management disciplines • Willingness to engage in group activities Applicability for other modules This module is linked with the module: 61MEN304 - Industrial management.

Intended learning outcomes Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to:

- Identify the key tasks of managers in the interactions with other stakeholders; - Analyze the business environment at the macro level and micro level; - Apply analytical tools of strategic management to analyze business problems; - Assess different strategic options for businesses; - Master teamwork skills and critical thinking skills.

Contents No. Topics

1.

Introduction Managers and Management Macro-environment Analysis Industry Analysis

2. Planning Strategic Management Process Business Strategies

3.

Organizing Designing Organization Structure Managing Human Resources

4. Leading Motivating Employees Leading

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No. Topics

5. Controlling Monitoring and Controlling

Learning activities

Activities Expectation/Explanation (if any) Attendance Students should attend 100%. Attendance will be checked 3 times randomly Group work Each 5-member group will develop a project and make a presentation to the

class at the end.

Self-study Students are required to read the textbook and review the slides before and after the class.

Class discussion Active participation in class discussions is a must to ensure learning effectiveness.

Mode of Assessment Class discussion (10% as a bonus) Students get bonus points (up to 10%) when actively participating in class discussions. Group project (30%) - 5 students in one group to develop one project. - Topics shall be announced at the beginning of the course. Exams (70%) - Length of examination: 90 minutes - No materials, references are allowed in the exam room. Grading policy


Class discussions 10 (+++) Frequently

Group project 30 1 project over the course

Final exam/Written exam 70 TBD


1. Thompson, A.; Gamble, J.E., Peteraf, M. and Strickland iii, A.J. (2016) Crafting and executing strategy: The quest for competitive advantage, concepts and cases, 20th Edition, Mc Graw Hill Education

2. Brickley, J.A.; Clifford, W.S.; Zimmerman, J.L. (2016) Managerial economics and organizational structure, 6th Edition, Mc Graw Hill Education

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5.6. 61MEN106: Advanced calculus and differential equations Module coordinator/Lecturer




Classification [Compulsory] [Compulsory optional] [Optional/Elective] Semester Winter Semester Student workload


Total Working hours 210 AHs Frequency The module is offered each semester/each academic year. Prerequisites Attended 61MEN101: Linear algebra and calculus Intended learning outcomes On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:

1. Examine various techniques of integration and apply them to definite and improper integrals; 2. Model and solve physical phenomena using integration/differential equations; 3. Define, graph, compute limits of, differentiate, integrate, and solve related problems involving

functions represented parametrically and in polar coordinates; 4. Distinguish between the concepts of sequence, series, and determine limits of sequences and

convergence and approximate sums of series; 5. Evaluate double and triple integrals for area and volume, determine gradient vector fields; 6. Model mathematically applied engineering problems, identify, and evaluate the suitable

mathematical tools from the fields of linear algebra and analysis of several variables for this model;

7. Solve the mathematical problem with the selected methods.

Contents No. Topics

1.

Inverse Functions Inverse functions The natural logarithmic function The Natural Exponential Function General Logarithmic and Exponential Functions Exponential Growth and Decay Inverse Trigonometric Functions Indeterminate Forms and L’Hôpital’s Rule

2.

Techniques of Integration Integration by Parts Approximate Integration Improper Integrals

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No. Topics

3.

Further Applications of Integration Work Arc Length Area of a Surface of Revolution

4.

Differential Equations Modeling with Differential Equations Direction Fields and Euler’s Method Separable Equations Graphical Solutions of Autonomous Equation Models for Population Growth Linear Equations First-order Linear System with Constant Coefficients Predator-Prey Systems

5.

Parametric Equations and Polar Coordinates Curves Defined by Parametric Equations Calculus with Parametric Curves Polar Coordinates Areas and Lengths in Polar Coordinates

6.

Sequences & Series Sequences Series The Integral Test and Estimates of Sums The Comparison Test Alternating Series Calculating limits using limit laws Absolute Convergence and the Ratio and

Root Tests Power Series Taylor and Maclaurin Series Applications of Taylor Polynomials

7.

Vectors and Geometry of Space Three-Dimensional Coordinate System Vectors The Dot Product The Cross Product Equations of Lines and Planes

8.

Vector Functions Vector Functions and Space Curves Derivatives and Integrals of Vector Functions Arc Length and Curvature

9.

Partial Derivatives Functions of Several Variables Limits and Continuity Partial Derivatives Tangent Planes and Linear Approximation The Chain Rule Directional Derivatives and the Gradient Vector Maximum and Minimum Values Taylor Series

10. Multiple Integrals

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No. Topics Double Integrals over Rectangles Double Integrals over General Regions Double Integrals in Polar Coordinates Applications of Double Integrals Surface Area Triple Integrals Triple Integrals in Cylindrical Coordinates Triple Integrals in Spherical Coordinates Change of Variables in Multiple Integrals

Learning activities

Activities Expectation/Explanation (if any) Attendance Students should attend 100%. Attendance will be every time. Individual Assignments


Online Activities A forum will be created on a platform for student discussion and share on topics, group, and individual works.






1. Stewart 2012, Calculus, 7th Ed., Cengage Learning [ISBN: 1133295320]

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5.7. 61MEN107: Natural scientific basics (physics, chemistry) Module coordinator/Lecturer


Dr. Tran Le Luu [email protected] A107 TBA

Dr. Tran Le Luu [email protected] A107 TBA

Classification [Compulsory] [Optional/Elective] Semester Winter Semester Student workload

Credits 7 ECTS Contact hours ((physics/Chemistry) 45 /45 AHs Assignments and independent learning 120 AHs

Total Working hours 210 AHs Frequency The module is offered once per academic year. Prerequisites The modules of Linear algebra and calculus (61MEN101) and Basics of Materials Technology 1 (61MEN103) have already been attended.

Applicability for other modules Mechanics C – Dynamics (61MEN203)

Intended learning outcomes On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: Part 1: Physics

1. Comprehend the analogy between linear and angular kinematics, and calculate moment of inertia and the magnitude and direction of torque associated with a given force;

2. Calculate pressure in a fluid at rest and fluid flow parameters using Bernoulli’s equation; 3. Analyze and interpret oscillatory motion and simple harmonic motion, and perform

calculations of the vertical mass-spring system and the simple pendulum; 4. Apply the wave equation to determine the parameters of sound waves and wave on a string; 5. Interpret the concepts of temperature, heat, and phase change, and perform calculations with

temperature scales, heat capacity, and specific heat; 6. Conceptualize the model of the ideal gas, perform calculations using the ideal gas law, and

analyze and interpret the kinetic theory of ideal gases. Part 2: Chemistry

1. Understand the concept of general chemistry and basic chemical knowledge; 2. Understand the chemical reactions, matter constitutions, material properties, which is

fundamental for example in materials science; 3. Improve the ability to understand basic chemical questions; 4. Develop simple subject- specific solutions, supporting the capability to scientific learning and

thinking.

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Contents

Learning activities

Activities Expectation/Explanation (if any) Attendance Students should attend 100%. There is no grade for the attendance

completion. Individual Assignments

None. Exercises are solved and discussed by the lecturer/tutor on the board during the tutorial sessions.

Online Activities A forum will be created on VGU’s e-learning platform for student discussion and sharing on topics.

No. Topics Part 1: Physics

1. Mathematical basics, physical units

2.

Mechanics of mass point and rigid bodies - Rotation of rigid bodies (angular velocity and acceleration; relating linear and

angular kinematics; energy in rotational motion; parallel-axis theorem; moment of inertia)

- Dynamics of rotation motion (torque; work done by torque; rotation about a moving axis; conservation of angular momentum)

3. Liquids and gases - Density; pressure in a fluid at rest; buoyancy; equation of continuity; Bernoulli's

equation

4.

Vibrations and waves - Periodic motion (oscillation; simple harmonic motion; energy in simple harmonic

motion; simple pendulum; physical pendulum; damped oscillations; forced oscillations and resonance)

- Mechanical waves (periodic waves; wave equation; speed of a transverse wave; energy in wave motion; interference and superposition; standing wave on a string)

- Sound (sound waves; intensity and sound intensity level; standing sound wave; interference; beats; Doppler effect)

5.

Thermodynamics - Temperature and heat (thermal expansion; quantity of heat; phase change; heat

transfer mechanisms; - Thermal properties of matter (Equations of state; Avogadro's number; kinetic-

molecular of an ideal gas; heat capacities; phases of matter) Part 2: Chemistry

6. The fundamentals of construction of matter, in order to understand the structure of the Periodic Table of Elements and chemical bonding

7. In addition to key concepts of chemistry such as energy and equilibrium reactions are mediated, which allow the students to conduct thermodynamic calculations themselves.

8.

Simple types of reactions such as reactions of ions in aqueous solution and oxidation and reduction reactions are introduced. Then the electrochemistry which are essential for chemical understanding of corrosion processes, battery, renewable energy and combustion processes.

9.

In the next part an overview of the chemistry of substance of main group elements is procured. On the one hand the mediated knowledge in the first part is illustrated with examples; on the other hand, students become acquainted with typical reactions, properties and use of certain elements and compounds.

10. Finally, basics of organic chemistry are addressed, in particular to become acquainted with the construction of important materials such as polymers and plastics.

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Activities Expectation/Explanation (if any)

Self-study Students should read the provided materials before the lectures to easily follow the contents. Students should do the exercises by themselves or in groups before the solutions are derived and discussed in the tutorials.

Mode of Assessment Two separate exam will be offered in this module. The final grade will be an average of two parts. Part 1: Physics

Exams - Length of examination: 120 minutes; Open-book Grading policy


Final exam/Written exam 100 TBA

Total 100 Part 2: Chemistry

[Group seminar] 10% Students will prepare one presentation about given topic. Exams: 90% - Length of examination: 90 minutes - Only the periodic table of elements, electronegativity table and pocket calculation are allowed in the exam room. Grading policy


Group seminar 10 Before the lecture end

Final exam/Written exam 90 After finishing the lecture

Total 100 Module materials Part 1: Physics

Required texts 1. University Physics with Modern Physics Technology Update, Hugh D. Young and Roger A.

Freedman, 13th Edition, Pearson (2014) (available at VGU library)

Recommended texts 1. Fundamentals of Physics, Jearl Walker, David Halliday, and Robert Resnick, 10th Edition,

Wiley (2013) (available at VGU library) Part 2: Chemistry

1. P. Atkins, L. Jones; Chemical Principles, Freeman and Company, New York 2. D.C. Harris; Quantitative Chemical Analysis; Freemann and Company, New York

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5.8. 61MEN108: Mechanics - Strength of materials Module coordinator/Lecturer


Dr. Tran Tuan Minh [email protected] B110 9:00-11:00 AM, Mon to Fri

Lecturer Dr. Tran Tuan Minh [email protected] B110 9:00-11:00 AM, Mon to Fri

Tutorial Dr. Tran Tuan Minh [email protected] B110


Credits 8 ECTS Contact hours 90 AHs Assignments and independent learning 150 AHs Total Working hours 240 AHs

Frequency The module is offered each semester/each academic year. Prerequisites Successful participation of the Mechanics - Stereostatics (61MEN102) Applicability for other modules 61MEN203: Mechanics – Dynamics; 61MEN204: Mechanical Engineering Design 2


Become familiar with the engineering terminology and thinking, which is essential for the advanced lectures;

abstract physical conditions, reduce them to the significant, and handle the results with mathematical methods;

analyze the influence of systems of forces on bodies at rest; Describe mathematically the position, strain, and stress state of complex structures (bars,

beams, frames, statically indeterminate systems) using the continuum mechanics' energy methods.

Contents

No. Topics

1. Stress Stress Vector, Stress Tensor; Plane Stress; Coordinate Transformation; Principal Stresses; Mohr's Circle; Equilibrium Conditions

2. Strain State of Strain; Hooke's law; Strength Hypotheses

3. Axial Load Single Bar under Tension or Compression; Statically Determinate Systems of Bars; Statically Indeterminate Systems of Bars

4. Bending of Beams

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No. Topics Moments of inertia; Ordinary Bending Theory; Normal Stresses; Deflection Curve; Method of Integration; Method of Superposition; Shear Stresses; Deflection due to Shear

5. Torsion Circular Shaft; Thin-Walled Tubes with Closed Cross Sections; Thin-Walled Shafts with Open Cross Sections

6. Energy Methods Strain Energy and Conservation of Energy; Principle of Virtual Forces; Statically Indeterminate Systems

Learning activities


[Regular exercises are given to help students learning and development.]

Mode of Assessment Final Exams - Length of examination: 180 minutes - Materials, reference is allowed in the exam room. Grading policy


Final exam/Written exam 100 Module materials Required texts

1. D. Gross, W. Hauger, J. Schroeder, W. A. Wall, J. Bonet 2011, Engineering Mechanics 2, Springer [ISBN: 978-3-662-56271-0]

Recommended texts

1. R. C. Hibbeler 2018, Mechanics of Materials, 14th Ed., Pearson Prentice Hall [ISBN: 978-1-292-17820-2]

2. D. Gross, W. Ehlers, P. Wriggers, J. Schroeder, R. Mueller 2017, Mechanics of Materials – Formulas and Problems, Springer [ISBN: 978-3-662-53879-1]

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5.9. 61MEN109: Basics of materials technology 2 Module coordinator/Lecturer

Type Lecturer Email Office Office hours Module Coordinator



Classification [Compulsory] [Compulsory optional] [Optional/Elective]

Semester Winter Semester Student workload


Frequency The module is offered each academic year. Prerequisites Passing Basics of Materials Technology 1 is recommended. Applicability for other modules Knowledge of this module is needed for advanced materials courses in Master program of Materials Science.


Acquire general knowledge of relevant laws concerning materials properties as a function of material constitution, classes of materials, manufacturing processes of materials and differences in material classes;

Select and use materials in scientific manner for specific designed engineering systems; Transfer their theoretical knowledge to design materials or improve properties of materials.

Contents

No. Topics 1. Properties of materials (optical, magnetic, thermal, electrical, mechanical) 2. Corrosion of materials

3. Manufacturing of materials (Al, Fe, Si; selected specific processes; ceramics, polymers) use of selected materials

Learning activities

Activities Expectation/Explanation (if any) Attendance Students should attend 100%. Attendance will be checked by the signature

of students who attend the lectures before the lectures start. There is no grade for the attendance completion.



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Final exam/Written exam 100 / TBC


1. W. D. Callister, Jr., D. G. Rethwisch, December 2009, Materials Science and Engineering: An Introduction, 8th Edition, John Wiley and Sons [ISBN: 9780470419977]

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5.10. 61MEN110: Mechanical engineering design 1 Module coordinator/Lecturer


Prof. Karl H. Grote [email protected] B110 NA

Lecturers Prof. Karl-H. Grote [email protected] A106 NA Prof. Eric Dimla [email protected] B110 NA



Total Working hours 150 AHs Frequency The module is offered each academic year Prerequisites 61MEN101 : Linear Algebra and Calculus 61MEN102 : Mechanics – Stereostatics 61MEN103 : Basics of Materials Technology 1 61MEN104 : Engineering Drawings Proficiency in English and Writing Skills, using appropriate Software Applicability for other modules This module is linked with other modules of the same program and in which way the module can be used in other modules Prerequisite for Mechanical Engineering Design 2 (61MEN204) Intended learning outcomes Knowledge Students learn to engineer a complete system and understand and appreciate, what disciplines are needed to design an engineering system and to prepare for manufacturing. Necessary machine elements are discussed, and their characteristics explained. The lectured design approach is independent from specific engineering branches. Skills: The course provides various engineering design approaches, where all requirements, boundary conditions and expected outcomes for single machine elements as well as for the complete system are discussed and evaluated to find the solution for an engineering task, that best fits the problem definition. Competence: The students will be able to work in various engineering branches and are prepared to attack and solve an engineering design problem, work in a team of engineers with different, needed special experiences. The course will enable students to take leading functions in team of engineers.

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Contents

No. Topics

1. Machine Elements and Calculation of Service Life Explanation and discussion of force and power transmission devices. Discussion and dimensioning of single machine elements

2. The Engineering Design Process in Context to other Sciences The work of the design engineer and the problem-solving expertise is discussed and collaboration within the Engineering Discipline

3. Problem formulation and requirement / specification set – up Formulation and approach for finding solutions to engineering problems with various approaches. Discursive and intuitive methods are discussed and evaluated.

4. Selecting Solution Principles to Engineering Design Problems Evaluation methods for variant designs are discussed and applied to examples

Learning activities The course will be carried out through lectures and tutorial/seminar sessions. Students will have to

work on defined lecture–accompanying individual semester project(s) and a selected team-design project. Students have to present their project at the different stages to their peers.

Activities Expectation/Explanation (if any) Attendance Students should attend 100%. No grade for Attendance but vital in-class

discussions and tutorials pertaining to the specific requirements to solution assignments would take place regularly, so attendance is mandatory.


Regular assignments are given to test students' learning and development. Each student will have to work over the course of the semester on an individual design project, assigned by the instructor.

Group work A team project, which students have to select themselves, and which is approved by the instructor will have to be finished during the 2-semester period. Students will have to learn and apply presentation skills.

Online Activities All course material will be available for download from a server-platform. Student can engage in discussion and share knowledge and questions on lecture-topics, group and individual project work. Students are required to post the individual and the group project report on the site or send via E-mail to the instructor.

Self-study All students are required to study the course material. Lab or Workshop The Laboratory study hours have to be used by the students to review class

lectures and work on the assignments. Mode of Assessment Students have to report on a regular basis to the instructor on the progress of their project work and the application of methods and knowledge, learned in class. Assignments: Several assignments have to be worked on by the students. The successful submission of the assignments is a prerequisite for attending the final exam. The instructor will reject unsatisfactory assignments for a makeover by the student. The assignments should be the assessment so if an assignment doesn’t meet requirement, the student fails that component!

Individual and Group project: The project report of the individual design project must be submitted by the end of the semester. The Group Project must be submitted by the end of the of Engineering Design 2 semester (ED2). The submission must be in accordance with the instructor given deadline, or as given in the class syllabus, which is distributed at the beginning of each semester.

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In most cases and if not noted otherwise, the report must be submitted 2 weeks before the end of the semester. The Group Project must be submitted 2 weeks before the end of the Engineering Design 2 class. All reports must be submitted either as printout or as an electronic file to the instructor. The student is responsible for a timely submission. Late submitted individual projects will not be accepted, and the student cannot attend the final exam. Exams Length of final examination: 240 minutes All downloaded course material and all class notes, and laboratory notes can be used during the final exam. Grading policy


Online interaction 0 Frequently

Sample Tests 0 Randomly

Assignments Prerequisite for the Final Exam As requested by the instructor

Individual Design Project Prerequisite for the Final Exam 2 weeks before the end of the semester

Final exam/Written exam 100 As announced by the University

Total 100 Grades 90 - 100 %: 1,0 -1,3; 80 - 89%: 1,7 – 2,3; 70 - 79%: 2,7 -3,3; 60 - 69 %: 3,7 - 4,3 under 60 %: 5,0 (failed) Module materials Recommended texts

1. Documents on the Class Website, to be announced 2. "PAHL/BEITZ: Engineering Design", 2nd or 3rd English Edition

3. “Handbook of Mechanical Engineering”, 2. Edition both Springer-Verlag (Berlin, Heidelberg,

Tokyo, New York)

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5.11. 61MEN201: Probability and statistics Module coordinator/Lecturer


Dr. Do Duc Tan [email protected] A105 By appointment

Lecturer Dr. Do Duc Tan [email protected] A105 By appointment Tutorial Dr. Do Duc Tan [email protected] A105 By appointment


Frequency The module is offered each academic year. Prerequisites None Intended learning outcomes On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:

understand basic concepts in probability and statistics; deal with chance and uncertainty scientifically; Apply probabilistic models to simulate and analyze data in real-life problems; Enhance logical thinking and problem-solving skills; Comprehend and interpret statistical reports.

Contents

No. Topics

1.

Basic probability Probabilistic experiments, outcomes, sample spaces, events, the law of total probability, Bayes’ formula, discrete and continuous random variables, expectation, variance and standard deviation, co-variance.

2. Intermediate Probability Functions and combinations of random variables, various models of discrete and continuous random variables, normal distributions, the central limit theorem.

3. Basic statistics Point estimates and their properties, Sampling distributions, Constructing parameter estimates, Confidence intervals

4.

Statistical methods Hypothesis testing, Comparing two population means, Analysis of independent samples, z-intervals, z-tests and z-procedures, Inferences on a population proportion, Comparing two population proportions, Chi-square test for contingency tables, Linear regression



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Attendance Students should attend 100%. There is no grade for the attendance completion.



Group work None Online Activities A forum will be created on VGU’s e-learning platform for student

discussion and share on topics, group and individual works. Students are required to post the group project report on the site. All students are required to read all group reports and comment.

Self-study Exercises with solutions are provided for self-study. Mode of Assessment Online interaction: The e-learning platform will count the frequency of logging into the site and giving comments. Students’ comments will be viewed to access the quality of comments. Assignments: In-class problem solving. Exams - Length of examination: 120 minutes - No materials are allowed in the exam room. A formula sheet is attached to the exam script. Grading policy


Final exam/Written exam 100 To be announced


1. Anthony Hayter. Probability and statistics for engineers and scientists. 4th edition. 2. David F. Anderson. Introduction to probability. ISBN: 9781108415859. Cambridge.

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5.12. 61MEN202: Numerical mathematics Module coordinator/Lecturer






Total Working hours 150 AHs Frequency The module is offered each semester/each academic year Prerequisites Passing 61MEN101 and 61MEN106 is recommended. Intended learning outcomes On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:

Provide a basic understanding of the derivation, analysis, and use of common numerical methods, along with a rudimentary understanding of finite precision arithmetic and the conditioning and stability of the various problems and methods;

Choose, develop, and apply appropriate numerical techniques to solve the mathematical problem with the selected methods by obtaining approximate solutions;

Interpret the results, analyze, and evaluate the accuracy of common numerical methods. Contents

No. Topics

1.

Systems of Linear Equations Gaussian Algorithm LU Decomposition Cholesky Decomposition Errors Iterative Solvers including Fixed Point Iteration, Jacobi Method, Gauss-Seidel

Method, and Overrelaxation method

2.

Non-linear Systems of Equations Newton's Method (1D) Newton's Method - Generalization NM with Relaxation

3.

Interpolation Lagrange Interpolation Newton Form Hermite Interpolation Cubic Spline Interpolation Bezier Representation of Polynomials

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No. Topics

4.

Numerical Integration Simple Integration Rules including Mid-Point Rule, Trapezoidal Rule, and

Simpson's Rule Gauss Formulas Composite Formulas Romberg's Method Multidimensional Integration Special Integrands

5.

Ordinary Differential Equation and Initial Value Problem Basic Methods (Forward Euler Method, Backward Euler Method, Trapezoidal

Rule, and Runge-Kutta Methods) Stability Adaptive Step Sizes

6.

Boundary Value Problems Partial Differential Equations Difference Method: Elliptic Case Vibrational Formulation

7.

Eigenvalues Power Iteration Rayleigh Quotient Method Inverse Iterations QR Method

Learning activities

Activities Expectation/Explanation (if any) Attendance Students should attend 100%. Attendance will be every time. Individual Assignments






Total 100 Module materials Recommended texts

1. Richard L. Burden, J. Douglas Faires May 2010, Numerical Analysis, Cengage Learning [ISBN: 9780538733519]

2. James F. Epperson 2013, An Introduction to Numerical Methods and Analysis, John Wiley &

Sons [ISBN: 9781118407462]

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5.13. 61MEN203: Mechanics – Dynamics Module coordinator/Lecturer


Dr. Tran Trung Thanh [email protected] B109 TBA

Lecturers Dr. Nguyen Tan Tien [email protected] B201 TBA Dr. Tran Tuan Minh [email protected] B110 TBA



Total Working hours 150 AHs Frequency The module is offered each academic year. Prerequisites Proficiency in 61MEN101 -linear algebra and calculus; 61MEN102 - Mechanics - Stereostatics, 61MEN108-Mechanics – Strength of Materials. Applicability for other modules 61MEN207 – Control Engineering; 61MEN305 - Automation technology and robots


Describe mathematically the position, strain and stress state of complex structures (bars, beams, frames, statically indeterminate systems) with use of energy methods of the continuum mechanics;

Enable to interpret mathematically the motion state of particles and spatial bodies due to acting forces and moments;

Abstract physical conditions, analyze and enquire into mechanical phenomenon; Formulate, develop and solve practical engineering problems by applying principles of

mechanics. Contents

No. Topics

1. Linear continuum mechanics Stress and strain state, balance equations and elastic material behavior

2. Energy method for statically indeterminate systems Strain energy and complementary strain energy. Work and energy theorems. Bar under thermal strain. Principle of virtual work.

3. Influence of shear; torsion of prismatic bars Shear stresses in beams. Equilibrium and shear flow. Shear center. Warping of cross section. The torsion bar. Energies and deformation. Curved beam.

4. Kinetics of rigid bodies, energy method in dynamics Constraints. D’Alembert’s principle. Lagrange equations of the 1st and 2nd kind. Stability problems.

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No. Topics

5.

Spatial motion of rigid bodies Transition to other reference systems. Rotation tensor. Angular velocity vector. Inertia tensor. Balance of angular momentum. Euler’s equations. Gyroscope motion. Hamiltonian mechanics including cyclic coordinates and conservation laws.

6. Vibrations Systems with one and two degrees of freedom.

Learning activities

Activities Expectation/Explanation (if any) Attendance Students should attend all lectures. Attendance will be checked every time

when starting on-site classes. There is no grade for the attendance completion.

Self-study Reading textbook and other required materials is encouraged to be able to contribute to classroom discussions/assignments.

Mode of Assessment Exams - Length of examination: 120 minutes - Two sheets of handwritten formula collection are allowed in the exam room. Grading policy


Final exam/Written exam 100 Expected one week after in-class lectures


1. D. Gross, W. Hauger, J. Schröder, W.A. Wall, S. Govindjee 2014, Engineering Mechanics 3: Dynamics, Springer [ISBN: 978-3-642-53712-7]

2. D. Gross, W. Hauger, J. Schröder, W.A. Wall, J. Bonet 2018, Engineering Mechanics 2: Mechanics of Materials, Springer [ISBN: 978-3-662-56272-7]

Recommended texts

1. R. C. Hibbeler 2010, Engineering Mechanics: Dynamics, 12th Edition, Prentice Hall [ISBN-10: 0-13-607797-9]

2. A. Bedford, W. Fowler 2008, Engineering Mechanics: Dynamics, 5th Edition, Pearson [ISBN-10: 0136129161]

3. J. L. Meriam, L.G. Kraige, J.N. Bolton 2020, Engineering Mechanics: Dynamics, SI Version 9th Edition, Wiley [ISBN: 978-1-119-66528-1]

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5.14. 61MEN204: Mechanical engineering design 2 Module coordinator/Lecturer


Prof. Karl-H. Grote [email protected] B110 NA

Lecturer Prof. Karl-H. Grote [email protected] A106 NA


Prerequisites 61MEN108 : Mechanics – Strength of Materials 61MEN109 : Basics of Material Technology 2 61MEN110 : Mechanical Engineering Design 1 Proficiency in English and Writing Skills, using appropriate Software Applicability for other modules This module is linked with other modules of the same program and in which way the module can be used in other modules 61MEN310: Product Development Process

Intended learning outcomes Knowledge Continuation of Engineering Design 1: Students learn to engineer a complete system and understand and appreciate, what disciplines are needed to design an engineering system and to prepare for manufacturing. Necessary advanced machine elements are discussed, and their characteristics explained. The lectured design approach is independent from specific engineering branches. Skills: Continuation of Engineering Design 1: The course continues to explain and apply engineering design approaches, where all design requirements, boundary conditions, as materials and manufacturing options and expected outcomes for single machine elements, assemblies as well as for complete engineering system are discussed and evaluated to find the solution for an engineering task, that best fits the problem definition. Competence: The students will be able to work in various engineering branches and are prepared to attack and solve an engineering design problem, work in a team of engineers with different, needed special experiences. The course will enable students to take leading functions in team of engineers.



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Contents

No. Topics

1.

Advanced Machine Elements, Calculation of Service Life and Application of Design Options Explanation and discussion of advanced force and power transmission devices. Discussion and dimensioning of single machine elements and complex engineering assemblies, as gear boxes and engines.

2.

The Engineering Design Process in Context to other Sciences The work of the design engineer and the problem-solving expertise is discussed and collaboration within the Engineering Discipline. Engineering Design Guidelines and Design Rules are explained and discussed.

3.

Feedback to the Specification, failure analysis and design optimization Finalizing design solutions and detail design of complex engineering problems, applying the learned approaches to engineering problem solving with various working mechanisms. Evaluation against technical and economy criteria.

4. Final Layout of Engineering Design Problems and Preparation of Manufacturing Drawings and Discussion of Advances Manufacturing Options

Learning activities The course will be carried out through lectures and laboratory/seminar sessions. Students will have to continue to work on previously defined lecture–accompanying individual semester project(s) and a

selected team-design project given out during the Engineering Design 1 Lectures. Students have to present their project at the different stages to their peers and the instructor.

Activities Expectation/Explanation (if any) Attendance Students should attend 100%. Attendance will be randomly checked to help

with course improvements Individual Assignments

Regular assignments are given to test students' learning and development. Each student will have to work over the course of the semester on an individual design project, assigned by the instructor.

Group work A team project, which students have to select themselves, and which is approved by the instructor, will have to be finished during the 2-semester period. Students will have to learn and apply presentation skills.

Online Activities All course material will be available for download from a server-platform. Student can engage in discussion and share knowledge and questions on lecture-topics, group and individual project work. Students are required to post the individual and the group project report on the site or send via E-mail to the instructor.

Self-study All students are required to study the course material. Lab or Workshop The Laboratory study hours have to be used by the students to review class

lectures and work on the assignments.

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Mode of Assessment Students have to report on a regular basis to the instructor on the progress of their project work and the application of methods and knowledge, learned in class. Assignments: Several assignments have to be worked on by the students. The successful submission of the assignments is a prerequisite for attending the final exam. The instructor will reject unsatisfactory assignments for a makeover by the student. Individual and Group project: Both project reports must be submitted by the end of the semester. The submission must be in accordance with the instructor given deadline, or as given in the class syllabus, which is distributed at the beginning of each semester. In most cases and if not noted otherwise, both reports must be submitted 2 weeks before the end of the Mechanical Engineering Design 2 class, either as printout or an electronic file to the instructor. The student is responsible for a timely submission. Late submitted individual and/or group projects will not be accepted, and the student cannot attend the final exam. Exams Length of final examination: 240 minutes All downloaded course material and all class notes, and laboratory notes can be used during the final exam. Grading policy



Sample Tests 0 Randomly

Assignments Prerequisite for Final As requested by the instructor

Individual Project Prerequisite for Final 2 weeks before the end of the semester

Group project Prerequisite for Final 2 weeks before the end of ED2 semester

Final exam/Written exam 100 As announced by the University

Total 100 Grades 90 - 100 %: 1,0 -1,3; 80 - 89%: 1,7 – 2,3; 70 - 79%: 2,7 -3,3; 60 - 69 %: 3,7 - 4,3 under 60 %: 5,0 (failed) Module materials Recommended texts

1. Documents on the Class Website, to be announced 2. "PAHL/BEITZ: Engineering Design", 2nd or 3rd English Edition

3. “Handbook of Mechanical Engineering”, 2. Edition

both Springer-Verlag (Berlin, Heidelberg, Tokyo, New York)

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5.15. 61MEN205: Computer science and engineering 1 + 2 Module coordinator/Lecturer


Dr. Nguyen Thien Binh [email protected] B110 9:00-11:00 AM, Wed

Lecturers

Dr. Nguyen Thien Binh [email protected] B110 9:00-11:00 AM, Wed Dr. Tran Tuan Minh [email protected] B110 9:00-11:00 AM, Wed Dr. Tran Trung Thanh [email protected] B109 9:00-11:00 AM, Wed


Credits 10 ECTS Contact hours 60(IP)/60(BA) AHs Assignments and independent learning 180 AHs Total Working hours 300 AHs

Frequency The module is offered each semester/each academic year. Prerequisites 61MEN101- Linear Algebra and calculus; 61MEN106 – Probability and statistics; Intended learning outcomes On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:

gain knowledge about basic, relevant software solutions used in the field of Mechanical Engineering.

Have solid background to deals with practical problems by using several and different software solutions, which are used interdisciplinary, for example in the field of engineering design or, generally, for universal calculations in different topics of engineering sciences.

Develop software for mechanical engineering problems by using the programming language (C++, Mathlab).

Contents No. Topics

1.

Introduction to programming: (Part 1) Information theory, logic, number systems, computability and algorithms, Basics of object-orientation and syntax of C/C++ programming languages; Console application and class libraries

2.

Basics and application: (Part 2) Students will be introduced to computer-based methods, which are used for

modeling, calculation, evaluation and documentation of typical engineering applications in mechanics.

These are specifically numerical calculation software (e.g. MATLAB), computer algebra systems (e.g. MATHEMATICA), software for the control of computational runs and visualization of data (e.g. PYTHON, GNUPLOT), documentation and presentation software (e.g. LATEX) NO modelling software mentioned.

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3.

Basics and application: (Part 3) Overview of IT-Software in the engineering-sectors; Basics of hardware, operating systems and computer-intern representation of

information; Computer-aided modelling and design of elements with help of a parametric

3D-CAD/CAE-Systems. Learning activities


Attendance Students should attend 100%. Attendance will be recorded but taken into

account for the assessment.


None. Exercises are solved and discussed by the lecturer/tutor on the board

during the tutorial sessions.

Online Activities A forum will be created on VGU’s e-learning platform for provision of

material (lecture slides, exercises) and student discussion. Students can

independently check their learning progress through small tasks.

Self-study

Students should read the provided material before the lectures to follow the

contents more easily. Students should do exercises by themselves or in

groups before the solutions are derived and discussed in the tutorials.

Mode of Assessment Exams Independent final exams for Introduction to Programming and Basics and Application. Final grade will be averaged both parts.

Introduction to Programming: - Length of examination: 90 minutes - No materials, reference is allowed in the exam room. Grading policy


Programming Assignments 30 After each programming lab

Final exam/Written exam 70

Total 100 Basics and Application: - Length of examination: 90 minutes - No materials, reference is allowed in the exam room. Grading policy


Assignments 30 TBA


Total 100

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Module materials Required texts

1. B. Stroustrup, Programming: Principles and Practice Using C++, Addison – Wesley Professional, 2008

2. Capper, Introducing C++ for Scientists, Engineers, and Mathematicians, 2nd Edition, Springer, 2001

3. Pitt-Francis, and Whitley, Guide to Scientific Computing in C++, Springer, 2012 4. Anders Malthe-Sørenssen, Elementary Mechanics Using Matlab, Springer, 2015 5. James L. Meriam, Solving Dynamics Problems in MATLAB, Wiley, 2006

Recommended texts

1. https://www.learncpp.com/ 2. https://www.brown.edu/Departments/Engineering/Courses/En4/ 3. https://demonstrations.wolfram.com/topic.html?limit=20&topic=Mechanics

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5.16. 61MEN206: Electrical engineering Module coordinator/Lecturer


Dr. Liu Wai Yip [email protected] B111 TBA

Lecturer Dr. Liu Wai Yip [email protected] B111 TBA Tutorial Dr. Liu. Wai Yip [email protected] B111 TBA



Frequency The module is offered each academic year. Prerequisites Successful participation of the Foundation Semester and 61MEN107 - Natural scientific basics (physics, chemistry); 61MEN101- Linear Algebra and calculus Applicability for other modules 61MEN305 - Automation technology and robots; 61MEN306 - Machine dynamics and drive technology;


1. acquire knowledge about the basic laws and methods to analyze linear, electrical circuits, Maxwell’s theory and the basic working principles of transformers, direct current and induction machines. semiconductor switching elements;

2. demonstrate capacity to use software to analyze, simulate and/or design electric circuits; 3. solve simple problems mathematically.

Contents

No. Topics

1.

The Fundamental Maxwell’s Theory of Electromagnetism and Other Circuit Knowledge Electrostatics, doctrine of direct current, electromagnetism, magnetic induction, dispersion of fields, Maxwell’s Equation, Implications of Maxwell’s Theory, circuit theories

2.

Applications of Fundamental Knowledge of Electrical Engineering Direct current machine, transient in simple linear circuits, doctrine of alternating current for variable frequencies, doctrine of rotating magnetic field, transformers, magnetic rotary field, synchronous motors, asynchronous motors, main features of electronic semiconductor switching elements..

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Attendance Students should attend 100%. Attendance will be tracked There is no grade for the attendance completion.


Regular in-class exercises will be given with emphasis on flipped learning.

Group work Occasionally, multi-member groups are randomly formed to complete some in-class exercises.

Online Activities A folder will be created on VGU’s e-learning platform for students to download the lecture materials. A YouTube channel will be created to enhance students’ learning.

Self-study The lecture slides are downloadable from the e-learning platform.] Lab or Workshop In-class demonstration through simulations, GNU Octave programming,

online videos or some of the lab experiments. Mode of Assessment Written Examination Exams - Length of examination: 150 minutes - Open book examination, with learners being allowed to LTSpice and GNU Octave in the examination. Grading policy


Final exam/Written exam 100 One or two weeks after the end of the module


1. Lecture slides from the lecturer Software

1. GNU Octave 2. LTSpice

Online Training Materials

1. YouTube channel specially created for self-study Recommended texts

1. Daniel Fleisch, “A Student's Guide to Maxwell's Equations”, Wittenberg University, Ohio January 2008, ISBN: 9780521877619

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5.17. 61MEN207: Control engineering Module coordinator/Lecturer


Dr. Do Xuan Phu [email protected] A107 TBA

Lecturer Dr. Do Xuan Phu [email protected] A107 TBA



Frequency The module is offered each academic year Prerequisites 61MEN101 Mathematics 1 – Linear algebra and calculus 61MEN203 Mechanics – Dynamics 61MEN204 Mechanical Engineering Design 2; 61MEN205 Computer science and engineering 1 + 2 Applicability for other modules 61MEN305 Automation Technology and Robots 61MEN306 Machine Dynamics and Drive Technology 61MEN499 Bachelor Thesis


1. Recognize basic structures of control theory; 2. Apply the knowledge to analyze real systems; 3. Develop new control for a system with basic modules; 4. Formulate advanced control with new algorithm from the classical control (PID) and modern

controls (sliding mode control, optimal control); 5. Analyze problems when designing controls for real system, apply software for simulation of

modelling systems.

Contents No. Topics

1.

Introduction What is control system?; Control and human body; Example of a control process; Control loop; Definition of control concept; Components of a control system; Why control?; Plants; Sensors; Controllers; Basic problems in control; System analysis vs. system design; System identification; Open-loop control; Closed-loop control; Feedback and feed-forward control; Control system classification; Difference between linear and nonlinear system; Superposition principle; History of control theory; Classical control; Modern control; Intelligent control; How about artificial intelligence?

2. Laplace transform and Solution to ODEs via Laplace transform

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No. Topics Why we use Laplace transform? Definition of Laplace transform; Why we use exponential function in Laplace definition? Example of Laplace transform; Integration by parts; Test signals in electrical engineering; Test signals in mechanical engineering; Laplace transform of sine and cosine; Laplace transform table; Properties of Laplace transform; Matlab application; Mathematica tutorial.

3.

Modelling of electrical systems Controller design procedure; Mathematical model; Important remarks on models; Transfer function; Impedance computation; Relationship between electrical and translational elements; Element laws; Interconnection laws; Obtain the state-variable model; DC motor principle; Matlab application.

4.

Modelling of mechanical system Newton’ laws of motion; Translational mechanical elements; Obtaining the system model; Mass-spring-damper system; Free body diagram; Automobile suspension system; Rotational mechanical elements; Torsional pendulum system; Systems with gears; Exercises.

5.

Block diagrams Introduction; Basic structure; Block diagram components; Representation in block diagram; Feedback system: transfer function; Basic operation: moving blocks; Matlab application.

6. Linearization What is a linear system? Linear systems; Why linearization? How to linearize it?; Exercises; Matlab application; Mathematica application.

7.

System stability analysis Stability; Mathematical definitions of stability; Definitions of zeros and poles; Why we use the left half plane for evaluate the stability?; Affect of poles and zeros on dynamic responses; Stability condition in s-domain; Marginally stable and unstable; Stability and pole locations; Pole locations and corresponding transient responses; Routh-Hurwitz stability criterion; Routh array; Exercises; Time domain response; Usage of time response; Steady state error; Peak value, peak time, and percent overshoot; Delay, rise and settling times.

8.

Root locus method What is root locus? Steps of root locus method; Matlab application; Characteristic equation and root locus; Angle and magnitude conditions; Root locus: multiple parameter design; Matlab application; Exercises.

9. Frequency response Log-log and semi-log scale; Bode plot; How to sketch a Bode plot; Exercises; Matlab application; Bode phase plot; Read Bode plots.

10.

Analysis of control system performance Steady state error; Evaluating steady state error; Steady state error: Unit step input, ramp input; parabolic input; System type; Steady state error for various system type; Time response; How to choose input signals?; Types of input: step input, ramp input, parabolic input; Second order system and properties; Natural frequency; Damping ratio; Types of damping; Over-damped system; Under-damped system; Critically damped system; Undamped system.

11.

Lead-lag compensators General effect of addition of poles; General effect of addition of zeros; Lead compensator; Lag compensator; Roles of lead and lag compensators; Lead compensator design; How to select pole and zero? How to design the gain K? Lag compensator design.

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Mode of Assessment Assignments: Homework. Total assignments get 20/100 marks. Exams - Length of examination: 90 minutes - No materials, reference is allowed in the exam room. Grading policy


Assignments 20 After finishing the course (1 week)



1. Ogata, Katsuhiko, 2004, System Dynamics, Pearson Education International. 2. Norman S. Nise, 2010, Control Systems Engineering, Wiley (6th edition).

Recommended texts

1. Jean Jacques E. Slotine, Weiping Li, 1991, Applied nonlinear control, Prentice Hall 2. C. Edwards, S.K. Spurgeon, 1998, Sliding mode control: theory and applications, CRC Press

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5.18. 61MEN208: Thermodynamics Module coordinator/Lecturer


Module Coordinator

Prof. Roland Span [email protected]

A106 NA

Lecturers

Prof. Roland Span [email protected]

A106 NA

N.N., Scientific Assistant

N.N. A106 NA


Semester Winter Semester Student workload

Credits 5 ECTS

Contact hours 60 AHs

Assignments and independent learning 90 AHs


Frequency The module is offered each academic year Prerequisites Proficiency in linear algebra and calculus / 61MEN101- linear algebra and calculus Intended learning outcomes On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:

1. Discuss and interpret fundamental problems of energy conversion; 2. Discuss and interpret the relevance of substance specific thermodynamic properties for

technical processes in energy, heating, and air conditioning technologies; 3. Analyze technical problems by means of thermodynamic principles, to optimize technical

systems on this basis and to evaluate the results critically; 4. Asses the performance of machines, apparatuses and processes with regard to the efficiency

of energy conversions.

Contents No. Topic

1. The Fundamentals of Thermodynamics Definition of thermodynamic properties, systems and processes. Definition and meaning of the thermodynamic temperature, temperature scales

2. The Laws of Thermodynamic Energy balances, reversible and irreversible processes. First and second law of thermodynamics for closed systems and stationary flow processes.

3. Ideal Gases The thermal and caloric equation of state of ideal gases. Reversible processes with ideal gases (isothermal, isobaric, isochoric, adiabatic, polytropic).

4. Properties of Real Fluids

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No. Topic

Thermodynamic properties of real fluids as basis for process calculations. Typical forms of diagrams, phase equilibria, different forms of equations of state for pure fluids.

5.

Cyclic Processes Discussion of typical cyclic processes, including gas turbine, steam power and ORC processes, Stirling process, refrigeration cycle, heat pump. Introduction of efficiency and coefficient of performance.

6. Properties of Mixtures Brief introduction of differences between pure fluids and mixtures. Ideal mixtures, ideal mixtures with a condensing component (humid air).

Learning activities


Attendance Attendance will be monitored, but is not compulsory.


No individual assignments. Assignments are part of the exercises, which are distributed weekly. In part exercise will be worked on in the group during seminar like sessions, in part they are foreseen as homework. Results of homework are discussed in the next session.

Online Activities Lecture material will be provided via an online platform (e.g., Moodle). Particularly during the exam preparation, the students will be supported online; individual questions or questions from groups of students will be discussed.

Self-study Online versions with selected content of the lecture and with selected exercises will be made available to support the learning process.

Mode of Assessment Exam - Length of examination: 120 minutes - The exam is an open book written examination. All written materials are allowed, including scriptum, hand written notes, solved exercises, and text books. The use of electronic equipment (laptops, tablets, smart phones, smart watches, etc.) is forbidden due to uncontrollable communication modes; pocket calculators without communicational features (Bluetooth, WLAN, …) are allowed. Grading policy


Final exam/Written exam 100 Approximately one week after the end of the on-site lectures / exercises

Total 100


1. Scriptum thermodynamics 2. Collection of exercises

Recommended texts 1. Collection of exemplary exam questions 2. Supplied online material

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5.19. 61MEN209: Mechanical engineering in practice (lecture series) Module coordinator/Lecturer


Dr. Tran Trung Thanh [email protected] B109 NA

Lecturers All Lecturers/flying faculties/ experts from industries

NA NA N/A

Classification [Compulsory] [Compulsory optional] [Optional/Elective] Semester Summer and winter Semesters Student workload

Frequency The module is offered each academic year Prerequisites None

Applicability for other modules 61MEN499 - Bachelor Thesis, especially in assisting students of selecting major.


1. understand current and future trends in development across the mechanical engineering field; 2. have knowledge of different sub-majors in mechanical engineering and their applications. 3. decide which majors in mechanical engineering program at VGU is suitable for them.

Contents This module is a series of lectures or seminars in the field of mechanical engineering and applications from lecturers/professor/experts at VGU or other partner universities or industrial partners. The contents of lectures or/and seminars will be designed to support student in understanding current and future trends in the development of the mechanical engineering field; having knowledge about different sub-majors in mechanical engineering and their applications, and achieving the ideas on what engineers are working now in real world. Learning activities

Activities Expectation/Explanation (if any) Lectures and Seminars

Students should attend 100% of the lecture or seminar. Attendance will be checked.


Regular reports are given to test students' learning and development.


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Mode of Assessment Exams: No Exam After each lecture or seminar, students require to write a short report about the topic. Grading policy: Pass/Fail Module materials Required texts: None Recommended texts: None

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5.20. 61MEN210: Fluid mechanics Module Coordinator/Lecturer


Dr. Ho Xuan Thinh [email protected] B110 By arrangement

Lecturers Dr. Ho Xuan Thinh [email protected] B110 By arrangement Dr. Khieu Huu Loc [email protected] B110 By arrangement

Tutorial Dr. Ho Xuan Thinh [email protected] B110 By arrangement Dr. Khieu Huu Loc [email protected] B110 By arrangement


Credits 5 ECTS Contact hours (lecture/tutorial) 30/30 AHs Assignments and independent learning 90 AHs Total working hours 150 AHs

Frequency The module is offered each academic year. Prerequisites 61MEN101 – Linear Algebra and Calculus, 61MEN106 – Advanced Calculus and Differential Equations and 61MEN201 – Probability and Statistics should have been attended. Attendance of 61MEN208 Thermodynamics is also recommended. Applicability for other modules 61MEN301 Basics of Measurement Technology with Practical Training, 61MEN314 Fluid Energy Machines 61MEN317 CFD in Practice. 61MEN212 Heat and Mass Transfer 61MEN318 Renewable Energy Systems


1. Recall the physical meaning of each term of the basic conservation laws for Fluid Mechanics in the context of continuum theory;

2. Describe the approximations leading to simplified forms of the basic conservation laws in physical terms;

3. Diagnose isothermal and non-isothermal flow problems by dimensional analysis; 4. Calculate flow variables for simplified flow problems, like 2D channel, pipe and boundary

layer flow; 5. Solve more complex flow problems quantitatively by decomposing them in sub-problems and

selecting appropriate simplifications for each sub-problem, e.g. 1D streamline theory, integral momentum balance method, assumption of fully developed flow.

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Contents No. Topics

1. Introduction Applications of Fluid Mechanics. The Fluid as a continuum. Thermodynamic properties of a Fluid. Viscosity and other properties.

2. Fluid statics Hydrostatics. Aerostatics.

3.

Conservation laws Kinematics. Reynolds transport theorem. Integral and differential conservation laws: mass conservation, linear momentum conservation, angular momentum conservation, energy conservation. Momentum balance method.

4. Dimensional analysis Geometric similarity. Kinematic similarity. Non-dimensional differential conservation laws. Buckingham -Theorem.

5.

Constant and variable density inviscid flow Euler equation. Bernoulli equation. Pressure definition and measurement. 1D streamline theory – constant and variable density flow. Laval nozzle flow. Compression shock.

6. Constant density laminar viscous flow Navier-Stokes equations. Couette-Poiseuille flow. Hagen-Poiseuille flow. Boundary layer flow.

7. Constant density turbulent flow Statistics of turbulent flows. Reynolds Averaged Navier-Stokes (RANS) equations. Couette flow. Pipe and channel flow. Boundary layer flow.

Learning activities

Activities Expectation/Explanation (if any) Attendance Students should attend 100%. Attendance will be recorded but taken into

account for the assessment. Individual Assignments


Group work None Online Activities A forum will be created on VGU’s e-learning platform for provision of

material (lecture slides, exercises) and student discussion. Students can independently check their learning progress through small tasks.

Self-study Students should read the provided material before the lectures to follow the contents more easily. Students should do exercises by themselves or in groups before the solutions are derived and discussed in the tutorials.

Mode of assessment Exams

- Length of examination: 120 minutes. - Open book exam: all printed material is allowed in the exam room.

Grading policy


Final exam/Written exam 100 Announced in the first lecture

Total 100

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1. H. X. Thinh. Fluid Mechanics – Lecture slides. 2. H. X. Thinh. Fluid Mechanics – Exercises.

Recommended texts

1. F.M. White. Fluid Mechanics. McGraw-Hill, New York, NY, 8th edition, 2016. ISBN: 9780073398273. VGU Central Library 620.106 W5831. (Chapters 1-7, 9)

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5.21. 61MEN211: Heat and mass transfer Module coordinator/Lecturer


Prof. Andreas Kilzer [email protected] B110 TBA

Lecturer Prof. Andreas Kilzer [email protected] B110 TBA Classification [Compulsory] [Optional/Elective] Semester Winter semester Student workload


Total Working hours 150 AHs Frequency The module is offered once per academic year. Prerequisites Modules Fluid Mechanics (61MEN305) and Thermodynamics (61MEN208) should have already been attended. Intended learning outcomes On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:

1. Know heat transfer by conduction (steady state and transient), by convection (in closed conduits and on external surfaces), and by thermal radiation

2. Know heat transfer with phase change (boiling and condensation) and mass transfer 3. Calculate heat transfer by conduction, convection and thermal radiation for practical situations 4. Calculate mass transfer by analogy to heat transfer 5. Analyze and calculate heat transfer in complex systems involving several heat transfer

mechanisms Contents

No. Topic 1. Introduction and Basic Concepts 2. Heat Conduction Equation

3. Steady Heat Conduction Thermal Contact Resistance, Heat Conduction in Plane Walls, Cylinders and Spheres, Heat Transfer from Finned Surfaces

4. Transient Heat Conduction Lumped System, Semi Infinite Solids, Contact Temperature, Biot Number

5. Convection External Forced Convection, Natural Convection, Internal Forced Convection

6. Boiling and Condensation Pool Boiling, Boiling Heat Transfer, Nusselt’s Condensation

7. Fundamentals of Radiation Thermal Radiation, View Factors, Net Radiation Concept

8. Mass Transfer Analogy between Heat and Mass Transfer, Mass Diffusion, Steady Mass Diffusion, Equimolar Counter diffusion, Stefan Flow, Transient Mass Transfer, Mass Convection

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Online Activities A forum will be created on VGU’s e-learning platform for student discussion and share on topics.

Self-study Students should read the provided materials before the lectures to easier follow the contents. Students should do the exercises by themselves or in groups before the solutions are derived and discussed in the tutorials.

Mode of Assessment Exams - Length of examination: 150 minutes - Open-book Grading policy




1. Incropera’s Principles of Heat and Mass Transfer, Global Edition (based on the 8th Edition, available in VGU library

Recommended texts 1. VDI Heat Atlas, Springer (available in VGU library)

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5.22. 61MEN301: Measurement technology with practical training Module coordinator/Lecturer


Dr. Tran Trung Thanh [email protected] A106 NA

Lecturers

Dr. Udo Klein [email protected] B111 N/A Dr. Ho Xuan Thinh [email protected] A106 N/A Dr. Liu Wai Yip [email protected] B109 N/A

Lab Msc. Nguyen Phat Tai [email protected] A104 NA


Frequency The module is offered each academic year. Prerequisites

The modules of 61MEN103, 61MEN108; 61MEN109, 61MEN211 should be attended. Applicability for other modules 61MEN499: Bachelor Thesis


1. Understand the handling of common measurement systems, with focus on general measurement technologies as well as measurement devices used in material sciences;

2. apply statistical methods learned in previous lectures to real measurement problems; 3. know-how to deal with documentation and presentation of the processed results such as e a

form of a formally written report; 4. how would you achieve in this module? Apply experimental uncertainty analysis to determine

confidence intervals for measured data.

Contents In the course, the lecture gives an overview of the field of measurement techniques. Basic terms of the measurement chain, of the measurement errors and of the statistical evaluation of measurement data are explained. Most importantly, those physical effects that allow the use of sensors and transmitters as an electrical measurement method for mechanical properties are treated. There are 10 laboratory experiments available to support the modules: i) Materials Technology 1+2; ii) Mechanics – strength of materials; iii) Fluid Mechanics; iv) Electrical Engineering.

Credits 5 ECTS Contact hours (lecture/Lab) 15 /45 AHs Assignments and independent learning 90 AHs Total Working hours 150 AHs

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No. Topics

1.

Lectures: Topics covered are as follows - overview of the field of measurement techniques - basic terms of measurement chain, measurement errors and of statistical evaluation of measurement data - measurement instruments and methods of measurement

2.

Experiment BOMT01: Mechanical material testing The tensile test is used to test the mechanical behavior of a material at room temperature. For this purpose, a sample of the material is tested in a suitable manner with slowly increasing load until failure occurs. The specimen must have a defined geometry for the tensile test to be carried out in accordance with the standard.

3.

Experiment BOMT02: Roughness measurement It is known that deviations of a surface from its geometrically ideal shape could have a great influence on the expected functionality of machine elements (e.g., compounds). For example, they relate to the wear behavior, the cleaning and sliding property, lubricity, fatigue resistance, fitting property, the susceptibility to corrosion and also the visual impression. In manufacturing, these deviations from the ideal surface shape play a big role, that 50 percent of the tolerance space is exploited by shape deviations. Therefore, it is not enough to limit oneself to the dimensional tolerances, but also the nature of the surface plays an ever-increasing role. Again hope a specific standard is being followed.

4.

Experiment BOMT03: Ultrasonic testing Ultrasonic testing (UT) is a family of non-destructive testing techniques based on the propagation of ultrasonic waves in the object or material tested. In most common UT applications, very short ultrasonic pulse-waves with center frequencies ranging from 0.1-15 MHz, and occasionally up to 50 MHz, are transmitted into materials to detect internal flaws or to characterize materials. A common example is ultrasonic thickness measurement, which tests the thickness of the test object, for example, to monitor pipework corrosion

5.

Experiment BOMT04: Structure materialography The aim of the lab is to get to know the methods and procedures for the production of micro sections, to get to know simple microscopy techniques as well to investigate and describe the structure of materials

6.

Experiment FM01: Velocity distribution in convergent-divergent channel Static and dynamic pressure measurements along the centerline of a convergent-divergent channel. Determination of dynamic pressure and velocity magnitude. Determination of confidence intervals for the measured velocities. Comparison of experimental data with the predictions from 1D streamline theory.

7.

Experiment FM02: Drag force on cylindrical body – total force measurement Total drag force measurement with a force balance. Determination of confidence interval for the measured force. Comparison of total force measurement with pressure force measurement (Experiment FM03) or/and total force from momentum balance method (Experiment FM04).

8.

Experiment FM03: Drag force on cylindrical body – pressure force measurement Measurement of static pressure distribution around the cylindrical body. Determination of drag force due to pressure. Determination of confidence interval for the measured force. Comparison of pressure force measurement with total force measurement (Experiment FM02) or/and total force from momentum balance method (Experiment FM04).

9. Experiment EE01: Transformer To determine the Regulation and Efficiency of a single phase transformer by

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No. Topics

1.

Lectures: Topics covered are as follows - overview of the field of measurement techniques - basic terms of measurement chain, measurement errors and of statistical evaluation of measurement data - measurement instruments and methods of measurement Open-circuit (O.C.) and short-circuit (S.C.) tests

10.

Experiment EE02: Opamp Circuits This lab will familiarize learners with the measurement equipment at VGU. In this lab we will use the LM741 operational amplifier to implement several popular configurations of the operational amplifier. In the pre-lab, you will first simulate the different configurations for the operational amplifier: inverting, non-inverting, filters, comparator mode, and Schmitt trigger.

11. Experiment EE03: Measurement of DC Motors To be familiar DC motors and examine the behavior of a shunt motor and compound motor under load

Learning activities

Activities Expectation/Explanation (if any) Lectures There are four lectures and students should attend 100%. There is no grade

for the attendance completion. Laboratories There are 10 laboratory experiment. Students should attend all Labs

Mode of Assessment Exams - Length of examination: 120 minutes - No materials, reference is allowed in the exam room. Grading policy


Lab reports 60 There are 3 separate reports: 01 for BOMT; 01 for FM; o1 for EE. Each

counts for 20%



1. Udo Klein, Liu Wai Yip, H. X. Thinh, Tai Nguyen. Experiment descriptions for practical training in measurement technology, VGU, 2021.

2. Hand-out will be provided.

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5.23. 61MEN302: Fundamentals of manufacturing Module coordinator/Lecturer


Dr. Ngo Chi Vinh [email protected] B109 By arrangement

Lecturers Dr. Ngo Chi Vinh [email protected] B109 By arrangement Prof Eric Dimla [email protected] B110 By arrangement Lab Mr. Nguyen Viet Thang [email protected] B001 By arrangement



Frequency The module is offered each academic year. Prerequisites Learners should know engineering drawings to support their assessments. Intended learning outcomes On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:

get a system-oriented picture of the factory and its production to elaborate the connections among which a factory is operated.

understand conventional types of factories and manufacturing types as well as new conceptions of their further development;

understand fundamental manufacturing processes and the corresponding means of production.

Contents The factory business forms the framework of the lecture BM. Within the lecture, the issues of technological as well as management questions are addressed. The course will provide fundamental knowledge of the BM: concepts and processes and methods in BM, general BM process chain, principles in BM. The main contents of the course are as follows:

No. Topics

1. Health and safety

2. Material technology 3. Introduction of Manufacturing technology 4. Casting processes 5. Forming and shaping processes 6. Conventional machining processes 7. Non-conventional machining processes 8. Surface technology 9. Joining processes

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Attendance Students should attend 100%. Attendance will be checked three times randomly by submission of 3 mini-tests given randomly. There is no grade for the attendance completion.


Regular assignments are given to test learners' learning and development.

Group work Each 5-member group will develop several presentations and a project Online Activities A forum will be created on VGU’s e-learning platform for student

discussion and share on topics, group, and individual works. Students are required to post the group project report on the site. All students are required to read all group reports and comment.

Self-study Learners should read materials, create ideas of product development for their assessment and projects.

Mode of Assessment Online interaction: The e-learning platform will count the frequency of logging into the site and giving comments. Students’ comments will be viewed to assess the quality of comments. (five marks) Mini tests: three mini-tests (short answers, in-class test). Each test gets ten marks. The grade of this part will be the average of the marks of the two mini-tests. The scoring is confusing. 3 tests each weighted at 10 marks, then only selected and averaged to 10 marks as shown table below! Explain. Assignments: four assignments. Submission of each assignment gets five marks. Group project (30 marks) Criteria to get a maximum grade or excellent group project report. Penalties for late submission of group project report: - If the report is submitted up to one calendar week after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline): 10% of the total marks available for the piece of work will be deducted from the mark for each working day (or part thereof) following the deadline up to a total of five working days. - If the report is submitted more than five working days after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline): a mark of zero will be recorded. Exams - Length of examination: 120 minutes. - No materials, references are allowed in the exam room. Grading policy



Mini tests 10 Three random days

Assignments 20 One per 1- 2 weeks

Group project 30 Expected on the last week of the lecture

Final exam/Written exam 35 Expected on the final day of the lecture

Total 100

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1. Printed and/or electronic scripts as announced in lectures. 2. Mikell P. Groover, Modern Manufacturing: Materials, Processes, and system, 4th Edition,

John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2010 3. Kalpakjian, Serope, and Stephen Schmid. Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology, SI

6th Edition. Digital Designs, 2006.

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5.24. 61MEN303: Quality management Module coordinator/Lecturer


Dr. Nguyen Hong Vi [email protected] B109 TBA

Lecturer Dr. Nguyen Hong Vi [email protected] B109 TBA Lab Msc. Nguyen Phat Tai [email protected] TBA


Credits 6 ECTS Contact hours (lectures/labs) 75 /15 AHs Assignments and independent learning 90 AHs Total Working hours 180 AHs

Frequency The module is offered each semester/each academic year. Prerequisites

61MEN201 – Probability and statistics

Applicability for other modules This module is linked to the thesis – 61MEN499


1. Understand the philosophy and basic concepts of quality control, quality improvement, and quality management;

2. Describe the DMAIC process (define, measure, analyze, improve, and control); 3. Demonstrate the ability to use the methods of statistical process control; 4. Demonstrate the ability to design, use, and interpret control charts for variables and attributes; 5. Perform analysis of process capability and measurement system capability; 6. Know the usage of quality control methods for the analysis and solution of organizations’

problems; 7. Demonstrate the ability to use Quality Control and Management Tools to perform analysis and

interpret data; 8. Understand the application of Quality Function Deployment in improving the quality; 9. Master Minitab software; Is this really and ILO? 10. Understand and interpret the basic concepts and usage of Lean.

Contents

No. Topics

1.

Course Introduction/ Definitions of Quality, Quality Improvement and Quality management

Definition of Quality Need for quality Costs of quality Dimension of product and service quality Quality gurus

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No. Topics Basic concepts of TQM, Lean, and six sigma Quality system

2.

Statistical Methods Useful in Quality Control and Improvement Describing Variation The Stem-and-Leaf Plot The dot plot Numerical Summary of Data The Box Plot Probability Distributions Hypothesis testing

3.

Seven Basic Quality Control Tools Check sheet Histogram Control Charts Pareto Diagram Scatter Diagram Flowchart Cause and Effect Diagram

4. Quality Function Deployment

Capturing the Voice of the Customer QFD Methodology

5.

Statistical Process Control Statistical Process Control Using Control Charts Control Charts for Variables Control Charts for Attributes Process Capability Analysis

6.

Design of Experiments What is Experimental Design? Examples of Designed Experiments In Process and Product Improvement Guidelines for Designing Experiments Some Experimental Designs Factorial Experiments

7.

Minitab Software Using Minitab to handle data and statistics. Minitab for SPC 7 QC tools with Minitab DoE with Minitab

8.

Seven Basic Quality Management Tools Affinity Diagrams Relation Diagrams Tree Diagrams Matrix Diagrams Matrix Data Analysis Arrow Diagrams Process Decision Program Charts

9. Hazard Analysis Methods

Fault Tree Analysis (FTA)

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No. Topics Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA)

10.

Lean Management Basic Lean concept 5 Key Principles of Lean 8 Types of Waste 5S & Visual Control Push and Pull production system Value Stream Mapping

Learning activities


completion. Attendance will be checked 5 times randomly by group assignments.

Group work 3 class group assignments and 2 lab group assignments. Lab or Workshop 2 sessions for Lean practicing will be organized at GPE Lean lab

Mode of Assessment Group Assignments (15 marks in total) - 5 group assignments. Maximum scores for each excellent assignment are 3 marks. Penalties for late submission of group project report: - If the report is submitted more than five working days after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline): a mark of zero will be recorded. Exams - Length of examination: 90 minutes -It is an open-book exam, students are allowed to bring calculators and bonded printed notes as hard paper copies only. But notebook computers, wireless mobile phones and other electronic devices (iPads, tablets, etc.) will not be permitted to bring into the exam venue. Grading policy


Group Assignments 15 5 random days

Final exam/Written exam 75 Follows ME plan


1. Douglas Montgomery 2009, Introduction to Statistical Quality Control, 6th Edition, John Wiley & Sons.

Recommended texts 1. Nancy R. Tague 2005, The Quality Toolbox, Second Edition, ASQ Quality Press [ISBN-10:

0873896394].

2. Thomas Pyzdek, Paul Keller, 2013, The Handbook for Quality Management, A Complete

Guide to Operational Excellence, 2nd edition, ; McGraw-Hill [ISBN-10 : 0071799249].

3. Joseph M. Juran, A. Blanton Godfrey 1998, Juran's Quality Handbook 5th Edition, McGraw-Hill Professional [978-0070340039].

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5.25. 61MEN304: Industrial management Module coordinator/Lecturer


Dr. Dinh Hai Dung [email protected] A106 TBA

Lecturers

Msc. Brian O’Reilly [email protected] B108 TBA Dr. Dinh Hai Dung [email protected] A106 TBA



Total Working hours 150 AHs Frequency The module is offered each academic year. Prerequisites 61MEN105 - Business administration Applicability for other modules This module is supported for the professional internship (61MEN401) and thesis (61MEN499)


1. characterize various forms of business organization and to distinguish them with respect to requirements to people, technology and organization. The Students are learning how to describe work preparation including work scheduling and control. Furthermore, comprehension of the tasks of production system design and production logistics are created. The importance of IT-based production planning and control are imparted, as well. Apart from this the principles and methods of the Toyota production system are taught.

2. characterize various aspects of the institutional management and to differentiate them regarding to topics of management, management levels and management functions. Types of structural management are described, exemplary applied to structures of enterprises, project structures and organization development. Additionally, the students are learning basics of personalized management using the example of management tools, management techniques and management styles, referring this to the own position in the management structure

Contents No. Topics

1.

Introduction The lecture deals with the tasks of engineers in companies, corporate objectives and potentials for the realization of these objectives from the view of technical production. As an example, automotive industry is used

2.

Work preparation The focus lies on necessary tasks, organizational integration and necessary documents for work planning and control. Working plans and time management, as well as methods to calculate planned times are presented. Subsequently, the lecture

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No. Topics deals with business organization, referring to organizational and process organization and different existing business typologies, as well as advantages/disadvantages of process-oriented organization. In this context the ARIS business process modelling is presented. Considering production system design, the lecture covers primarily the formation of part families, production principles, manufacturing and mounting concepts and its modelling with focus on tools of the digital factory. The topic of logistical and characteristic curves discusses the conflict of objectives between inventory minimization, capacity utilization and lead time and gives mathematical approaches for possible solutions. The structure and the specific tasks of production planning and production control are described exemplary on the PPS-model of Aachen and different product structures and scheduling methods are explained. Finally, the motivation and different methods of the Toyota production system are explained

3.

Basics of management defines the terms management, management levels, management functions, as well as personalized and fact-based management. The lecture is embedded in an international, descriptive model concerning business management. The topic of process related management deals with objective targeting and planning. Furthermore, aspects of strategic planning and relating techniques are imparted. With regard to structural management, normative management systems are presented. Definitions and theories relating to management and group behavior are explained. Evaluation methods used for determination and interpretation of customer and employee satisfaction are discussed. Seminars dealing with specific case studies deepen the students theoretically obtained knowledge

Learning activities

Activities Expectation/Explanation (if any) Attendance Students should attend 100%. Group work Each 5-member group will develop a project

Mode of Assessment Exams - Length of examination: 120 minutes - All materials, reference is allowed in the exam room. Grading policy


Group project 50 TBA



1. Kjell Zandin and Harold Maynard, Maynard's Industrial Engineering Handbook. 5th Edition, McGraw-Hill

Recommended texts 1. Gavriel Salvendy. Handbook of Industrial Engineering: Technology and Operations

Management. Third Edition. JOHN WILEY & SONS, INC.

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5.26. 61MEN305: Automation technology and robots Module coordinator/Lecturer

Type Lecturer Email Office Office hours

Module

Coordinator

Dr. Tran Trung Thanh [email protected] B109 By Appointment

Lecturer Dr. Tran Trung Thanh [email protected] B109 By Appointment

Lab Nguyen Viet Thang [email protected] B.101 None


Semester Winter Semester

Student workload

Credits 5 ECTS

Contact hours (lecture/lab) 45/15 AHs



Frequency The module is offered each academic year.

Prerequisites

61MEN111; 61MEN303 61MEN301, 61MEN302.

Applicability for other modules This module is linked with the bachelor thesis.

Intended learning outcomes

On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:

1. Understand current developments, trends, and basics of automation technology;

2. Understand hardware components and their functions in an automation system;

3. Understand basics of controlled numerical control (CNC) machine technology;

4. Understand basics and applications of industrial robots in industrial automation;

5. Understand hardware and programming of a programmable logic controllers (PLCs);

6. Understand SCADA and DCS systems in industrial manufacturing system;

7. Know-how to analyze and design an automation system;

8. Know-how to apply PLC technology to design an automated manufacturing system;

9. Know how to integrate PLCs, CNCs, industrial robots, SCADA for industrial manufacturing

automation.

Contents

This course introduces basics and advances of automation system technology and robotics. Topics include the history, development, current applications, trends, and basics of automation technology and robotics. The course will introduce basics of hardware components and their functions in an automation system. Then, basics and principles of controlled numerical control (CNC) machine are

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introduced as example of an automation system. Further, programmable logic controller (PLC) hardware and programming languages are addressed intensively. In particularly, the logic control and ladder logic (LAD) language are fully presented for programming with examples and applications. PLC hardware and LAD programming are deeply studied with laboratory exercises. Besides, the course also introduces concepts, principles, and applications of support systems in manufacturing automation, supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system and distributed control system (DCS) to industrial manufacturing automation. Finally, basics and applications of industrial robots, internet of things (IoT), and industry 4.0 are provided for designing an intelligent manufacturing automated system. The following are main contents of the course:

No. Topics

1. Introduction to automation technology; Sensor, actuator, interface devices, and

control technology

2. Introduction to industrial control systems and applications; Introduction to and CNC

machines;

3. PLC hardware and programming languages; Modelling and design of automation

systems; Introduction to the SCADA and DCS systems.

4. Support systems in manufacturing automation; Manufacturing automation and case

studies; Introduction to industrial Robot and its applications

Learning activities


Attendance Students should attend 100%. Attendance will be recorded but taken into

account for the assessment.

Individual

Assignments

3 assignments will be provided during the course

Online

Activities

A forum will be created on VGU’s e-learning platform for provision of

material (lecture slides, exercises) and student discussion. Students can

independently check their learning progress through small tasks.

Self-study

Students should read the provided material before the lectures to follow the

contents more easily. Students should do exercises by themselves or in

groups before the solutions are derived and discussed in the tutorials.

Field Work 01 Field trip

Mode of assessment Class discussion (5% as a bonus) Students get bonus points (up to 5%) when actively participating in class discussions. Assignment (30%) - 10% is accounted for each assignment. - Topics shall be announced at the beginning of the course Exams

- Length of examination: 120 minutes.

- Open book exam: all printed material is allowed in the exam room.

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Grading policy


Class discussions 5 (+++) Frequently

Assignments 30 3 assignments per course


Total 100

Module materials

Required texts

1. Stamatios Manesis and George Nikolakopoulos. Introduction to Industrial Automation.

Taylor & Francis Group, LLC. 2018.

2. SIEMENS. Sematic S7- Ladder Logic (LAD) for S7-300 and S7-400 Programming.

Manual Book. 4/2017.

Recommended texts

1. Mikell P. Groover. Automation, Production Systems and Computer-integrated Manufacturing. 2nd edition, Prentice Hall, 2001. 2. F. Ebel, S. Idler, G. Prede, D. Scholz., Fundamentals of automation technology, 2008.

Printed and/or electronic scripts as announced in lectures.

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5.27. 61MEN306: Machine dynamics and drive technology Module coordinator/Lecturer


Prof. Dr. Nguyen Quoc Hung [email protected] B109 TBA

Lecturer Prof. Dr. Nguyen Quoc Hung [email protected] B110 TBA



Frequency The module is offered each academic year. Prerequisites 61MEN101; 61MEN106; 61MEN102; 61MEN108; 61MEN203; 61MEN110; 61MEN205.

Applicability for other modules 61MEN 499


1. Explain working principle of commonly used mechanisms in engineering; 2. Analyze and synthesize kinematics and dynamics of common mechanisms such as four-bar,

crank-slider, Cams, Gear trains; 3. Implement Coulomb friction laws in various mechanisms such as wedges, screw, collar

bearing, journal bearing; 4. Explain principle of balancing and perform balancing for machine parts and common

mechanisms; 5. Analyze dynamics of single and multiple cylinder engines; 6. Explain working principle and analyze dynamics of vehicle driveline systems,electrical and

hybrid vehicle powertrain.

Contents No. Topics

1. Introduction to mechanisms and machines

- Fundamentals of mechanisms and machines - Approaches for solving kinematics and dynamics of mechanisms and machines

2.

Kinematics of mechanisms - Fundamentals - 4 bar mechanism - Crank-slider mechanism - Inverted crank-slider - Cam mechanisms - Gear trains - Special mechanisms: universal, malt, etc.

3. Dynamics of mechanisms

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No. Topics - Fundamentals - 4 bar mechanism - Crank-slider mechanism - Inverted crank-slider - Cam mechanisms - Gear trains

4.

Balancing - Introduction - Static balancing - Dynamic balancing - Linkage balancing - Balancing of shaking moment

5. Dynamics of cylinder engines

- Single cylinder engine - Multiple cylinder engine

6. Vehicle driveline system

- Components of vehicle driveline system - Modeling of vehicle driveline system

7. Introduction to electric powertrain and hybrid powertrain system

- Electric powertrain system - Hybrid powertrain system

Learning activities

Activities Expectation/Explanation (if any) Attendance [Students should attend 100%. Attendance will be checked 3 times

randomly by submission of 3 mini tests given randomly. There is no grade for the attendance completion.


[Regular assignments are given to test students' learning and development.]

Group work [Each group (up to 5 members) will develop a project about kinematic and dynamic modeling of a powertrain system]isn’t this covered in Design 2?

Online Activities [A forum will be created on VGU’s e-learning platform for student discussion and share on topics, group and individual works. Students are required to post the group project report on the site. All students are required to read all group reports and comment.]

Self-study [It is expected the students have to spend at least 120 hrs for self study ] Mode of Assessment Online interaction: The e-learning platform will count the frequency of logging into the site and giving comments. Students’ comments will be viewed to access the quality of comments. (10 marks) Assignments: 4 assignments, the assignment grading will be up to 25% of the course final grade Group project: Each group (up to 5 members) will develop a project about kinematic and dynamic modeling of a powertrain system; the group project will be up to 25% of the course final grade - If the report is submitted up to one calendar week after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline): 10% of the total marks available for the piece of work will be deducted from the mark for each working day (or part thereof) following the deadline up to a total of five working days. - If the report is submitted more than five working days after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline): a mark of zero will be recorded.

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Exams Written exam: 120 minutes, all materials, references are allowed in the exam room Grading policy

Assessment method Percentage of total

Assessment date

Assignments 25 Every 3 week

Group project 25 After 2/3 of the course (around the 10 week)

Final exam/Written exam 50 At the end of the course


1. Design of machinery, R L Norton, McGraw-Hill, 3rd edition 2. Theory of machines and mechanisms, J D John, Oxford University Press, 3rd Edition 3. Vehicle powertrain system, B Mashady, Wiley, 2012. 4. Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles, J D Halderman, Pearson, 8th Edition, 2017

Recommended texts

1. Kinematics, Dynamics and Design of machinery, J W Kenneth, Wiley, 3rd edition 2. Manual Drivetrains and Axles, Birch Thomas W, 5th Edition, 2008

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5.28. 61MEN307: Process thermodynamics Module coordinator/Lecturer


Module Coordinator

Dr. Monika Thol [email protected]

A106 NA

Lecturer Dr. Monika Thol [email protected]

A106 NA


Semester Summer Semester Student workload

Credits 5 ECTS




Frequency The module is offered each academic year. Prerequisites Proficiency in Thermodynamics / 61MEN204- Thermodynamics Intended learning outcomes On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:

1. Perform eergy analyses of various thermodynamic processes and evaluate the results critically.

2. Apply thermodynamic models to technical processes in energy, heating, and air conditioning technologies.

3. Select and apply suitable mixture models for different thermodynamic applications. 4. Asses and optimize waste heat recovery processes.

Contents

No. Topic

1.

The Laws of Thermodynamic Deepen the understanding of: Energy balances, reversible and irreversible processes. First and second law of thermodynamics for closed systems and stationary flow processes

2. Cyclic Processes Exergetic analysis of steam processes, heat pumps, and refrigeration cycles.

3. Application of Ideal Mixture Models Application of ideal mixtures with condensing component – humid air and combustion processes

4. Mixtures of Real Fluids Discussion of thermal equations of state for mixtures and property models for liquid mixtures

5. Optimization of waste heat recovery processes Discussion of temperature profiles in the T,H-diagram, pinch point method, heat cascade, working fluids, and heat exchanger networks.

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Learning activities


Attendance Attendance will be monitored, but is not compulsory.


No individual assignments. Assignments are part of the exercises, which are distributed weekly. In part exercise will be worked on in the group during seminar like sessions, in part they are foreseen as homework. Results of homework are discussed in the next session.

Online Activities Lecture material will be provided via an online platform (e.g., Moodle). Particularly during the exam preparation, the students will be supported online; individual questions or questions from groups of students will be discussed.

Self-study Online versions with selected content of the lecture and with selected exercises will be made available to support the learning process.

Mode of Assessment Exam - Length of examination: 120 minutes - The exam is an open book written examination. All written materials are allowed, including scriptum, hand written notes, solved exercises, and text books. The use of electronic equipment (laptops, tablets, smart phones, smart watches, etc.) is forbidden due to uncontrollable communication modes; pocket calculators without communicational features (Bluetooth, WLAN, …) are allowed. Grading policy


Final exam/Written exam 100 Approximately one week after the end of the on-site lectures / exercises

Total 100


1. Scriptum process thermodynamics 2. Collection of exercises

Recommended texts

1. Collection of exemplary exam questions Supplied online material

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5.29. 61MEN308: Fundamentals of Chemical engineering Module coordinator/Lecturer






Frequency The module is offered each academic year. Prerequisites Successful participation in 61MEN107; 61MEN61MEN103; 61MEN109. Applicability for other modules Knowledge of this module could be applied for process engineering design.


1. Recognize several types of reactors; 2. Conduct the balance of mass and heat transfer throughout an engineering process; 3. Acquire basic knowledge to determine the unit operations in a process and the estimation of

operating costs; 4. Recognize all important physical specifications for the dimensioning of apparatuses and

processes.

Contents

No. Topics

1. Kinetics, thermodynamics, chemical reactions, mass and heat transfer of process engineering

2. Estimation of reactive conversion, chemical yields and selectivity.

3. The types of reactors such as continuous stirred-tank reactor and pipe of stream put forward

4. Condensation, rectification, absorption, adsorption, extraction and vaporization

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Attendance Students should attend 100%. Attendance will be checked by the signature of students who attend the lectures before the lectures start. There is no grade for the attendance completion.





Final exam/Written exam 100 / TBC


1. O. Levenspiel, August 1998, Chemical Reaction Engineering, 3rd Edition , Wiley [ISBN: 9780471254249]

2. W. McCabe, J. Smith, P. Harriott, February 2021, Unit Operations of Chemical Engineering, 7th Edition, McGraw-Hill [ISBN: 9780071247108]

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5.30. 61MEN309: Mechatronics systems Module Coordinator/Lecturer

Type Lecturer Email Office Office hours

Module Coordinator

Dr. Marc Neumann [email protected] A106 By arrangement

Lecturers Dr. Marc Neumann [email protected] A106 By arrangement


Credits 5 ECTS



Total working hours 150 AHs

Frequency The module is offered each academic year. Prerequisites

61MEN102: Mechanics-Stereostatics, 61MEN110: Mechanical engineering design 1, 61MEN203: Mechanics-Dynamics, 61MEN204: Mechanical engineering design 2, 61MEN205: Computer Science and Engineering 1+2, 61MEN206: Electrical Engineering. Intended learning outcomes On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:

1. recognize the potential of integrative interaction of components from different disciplines and understand systems engineering as the basis of mechatronic systems;

2. apply theoretical modeling as a basis for the analysis and synthesis of mechatronic systems; 3. understand and use components (sensors, actuators, microprocessors, etc.) of

mechatronic systems; 4. implement (simple) mechatronic systems independently.

Contents In the course, the potential of the integrative interaction of components in mechatronic systems is conveyed on the basis of physical and technical interrelationships. The basic concepts and system interrelationships of mechatronics are explained based on the reference model of mechatronic systems and illustrated using exemplary case studies. The first in-depth section deals with modeling and system design on the basis of systems engineering analyses. In the second section, components of mechatronic systems (sensors, actuators, signal processing, controllers and control systems) and their operating principles are presented. The lecture is accompanied by exercises and a practical seminar. In the practical seminar, the students realize a mechatronic system in group work.

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No. Topics

1. introduction to mechatronics

2. structure and components of mechatronic systems

3. procedure in the development of mechatronic systems

4. basics of modeling and theoretical modeling as a basis for the analysis and synthesis of mechatronic systems

5. actuators

6. sensors

7. information processing and control engineering

Learning activities


Attendance Students should attend 100%.


None, except the written exam

Group work In the practical seminar, the students realize a mechatronic system in group work

Online Activities A forum will be created on VGU’s e-learning platform for provision of material (lecture slides, exercise documents, videos).

Self-study

Students should read/watch the provided material in preparation for the exam. The realization of the mechatronic system within the scope of the practical seminar requires own commitment. Specific questions will be answered in the exercises and individual problems will be solved together.

Lab or Workshop The students will realize a mechatronic system in group work

Mode of assessment Exams -Length of examination: 120 minutes. Grading policy


Written exam 100 TBA

Total 100

Module materials Required materials

1. M. Neumann. Mechatronic systems – Lecture slides. 2. M. Neumann. Practical Seminar – Descriptions and videos.

Recommended texts: None

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5.31. 61MEN310: Product development process Module coordinator/Lecturer


Dr. Nguyen Hong Vi [email protected] B109 9:00-11:00 AM, Wed and Fri

Lecturer Dr. Nguyen Hong Vi [email protected] B109 9:00-11:00 AM, Wed and Fri



Frequency The module is offered each semester/each academic year. Prerequisites Successful participation in 61MEN104; 61MEN110; 61MEN204

Applicability for other modules This module is linked to the thesis - 61MEN499


1. Conducting consumer and product research to validate a value-added market need; 2. The student will evaluate methods for identifying market needs and assessing demand; 3. Discuss the main principles behind managing a product development process; 4. Understand the linkages between opportunity identification and idea generation; 5. Compare and contrast design trade-off decisions; 6. Analyze cases, identify new product concepts, and evaluate their relevance in answering

customer and technical questions; 7. Work effectively and collaboratively in a product team of students and generate a New Product

Development Plan; 8. Analyze the most relevant consumer and competitive forces that affect new product launches; 9. Apply various approaches to idea generation, prototyping, and creative development in various

product development contexts; 10. Researching and developing a testing methodology for a given market, product, or consumer; 11. Assessing how to best interpret and articulate the research findings; 12. Master project management software;

Contents

No. Topics 1. Introduction to Product Development Process

2. Identifying Market Opportunities

Understanding Customer and User Needs

3. Product Planning

4. Product Concept Generation, Selection, Testing

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No. Topics 5. Industrial Design

6. Design for X

7. Design with Materials

8. Design for Manufacturing Product

9. Prototyping

10. Product Development Economics

11. Managing Project

Learning activities


completion. Attendance will be checked 3 times randomly by group assignments.

Group work 3 class group assignments Lab or Workshop Computer lab and 3D printing lab

Mode of Assessment Group Assignments (15 marks in total) - 5 group assignments. Maximum scores for each excellent assignment are 3 marks. Penalties for late submission of group project report: - If the report is submitted up to one calendar week after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline): 10% of the total marks available for the piece of work will be deducted from the mark for each working day (or part thereof) following the deadline up to a total of five working days. - If the report is submitted more than five working days after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline): a mark of zero will be recorded. Exams - Length of examination: 90 minutes -It is an open-book exam, students are allowed to bring calculators and bonded printed notes as hard paper copies only. But notebook computers, wireless mobile phones and other electronic devices (iPads, tablets, etc.) will not be permitted to bring into the exam venue. Grading policy


Group Assignments 9 3 random days

Project 31 Follows ME plan

Final exam/Written exam 60 Follows ME plan


1. Karl T. Ulrich and Steven D. Eppinger 2015, I Product Design and Development, 5th Edition, Irwin McGraw-Hill.

Recommended texts 1. Anil Mital, Anoop Desai, Anand Subramanian, Aashi Mital: 2014, Product Development,

Second Edition, Elsevier.

2. George E. Dieter, Linda C. Schmitdt, 2012, Engineering Design, 5th Edition, McGraw-Hill

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5.32. 61MEN311: Additive manufacturing technology Module coordinator/Lecturer


Dr. Ngo Chi Vinh [email protected] B109 9:00-11:00 AM, Mon to Fri

Lecturers Dr. Ngo Chi Vinh [email protected] B109 9:00-11:00 AM, Mon to Fri

Prof Dr. Eric Dimla [email protected] B111 9:00-11:00 AM, Mon to Fri

Lab Mr. Nguyen Phat Tai [email protected] A107 9:00-11:00 AM, Mon to Fri


Credits 5 ECTS Contact hours (Lecture/lab) 45/15 AHs Assignments and independent learning 90 AHs Total Working hours 150 AHs

Frequency The module is offered each academic year. Prerequisites Engineering drawings (61MEN104), Mechanical engineering design 1 (61MEN110), and Mechanical engineering design 2 (61MEN204) Intended learning outcomes On successful completion of this module, the learners will be able to:

1. Learn what additive manufacturing technology is and understand why it has become one of the most important technology trends for systematic product development;

2. Learn basic principles, components of a 3D printer, know how to operate a fused deposition modeling (FDM) based printing technology, and how to fabricate a 3D FDM product;

3. Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the broad range of additive manufacturing processes, devices, capabilities, and materials;

4. Understand the various software tools, processes, and techniques for additive manufacturing technologies;

5. Know how to select the optimal processing parameters for a printing operation on the physical properties of finished parts/products;

6. Understand the latest trends and business opportunities of additive manufacturing technologies towards distributed and sustainable manufacturing;

7. Design and fabricate 3D FDM printing products; 8. know about 3D metal printers.

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Contents No. Topics

1.

Additive Manufacturing Technology (AMT)

In this course, you will learn the importance of additive manufacturing (or 3D Printing) technology in industrial production. You will explore the broad range of 3D printing applications, including biomedical, aerospace, and consumer products. Firstly, the course will present the history, benefits, potentials, existing problems, challenges, and development. Secondly, the course will provide fundamental knowledge of the AMT: concepts and processes and methods in AMT, general AMT process chain, principles in AMT. You will develop a rich knowledge of 3D printing technologies, devices, capabilities, materials, and applications. You also learn various 3D printing processes and technologies and the various software tools, processes, and techniques such as NX design and material testing machines. Also, you will learn how to fabricate a 3D printing machine in terms of the fused deposition modeling methods and 3D metal printing. The main contents of the course are as follows:

Introduction to AMT: advanced/additive manufacturing processes and relationship with subtractive manufacturing; processes in additive manufacturing - extrusion, jetting, photo polymerization, powder bed fusion, direct-write, sheet lamination, directed-energy deposition.

Design and fabrication processes - data sources, software tools, file formats, model repair and validation, post-processing, design practices for additive manufacturing

Effects of process parameters for 3D printing technology RepRap project and 3D FDM printer fabrication Materials for the AMT technology and sustainable design for AMT

Learning activities

Activities Expectation/Explanation (if any) Attendance Students should attend 100%. Attendance will be checked three times

randomly by submission of 3 mini-tests given randomly. There is no grade for the attendance completion.



Group work Each 5-member group will develop several presentations and a project Online Activities A forum will be created on VGU’s e-learning platform for student

discussion and share on topics, group, and individual works. Students are required to post the group project report on the site. All students are required to read all group reports and comment.

Self-study Learners should read materials, create ideas of product development for their assessment and projects.

Mode of Assessment Online interaction: The e-learning platform will count the frequency of logging into the site and giving comments. Students’ comments will be viewed to assess the quality of comments. (five marks) Mini tests: three mini-tests (short answers, in-class test). Each test gets ten marks. The grade of this part will be the average of the marks of the two mini-tests.

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Assignments: four assignments. Submission of each assignment gets five marks. Group project (30 marks) Criteria to get a maximum grade or excellent group project report. Penalties for late submission of group project report: - If the report is submitted up to one calendar week after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline): 10% of the total marks available for the piece of work will be deducted from the mark for each working day (or part thereof) following the deadline up to a total of five working days. - If the report is submitted more than five working days after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline): a mark of zero will be recorded. Exams - Length of examination: 120 minutes. - No materials, references are allowed in the exam room. Grading policy



Mini tests 10 Three random days

Assignments 20 One per 1- 2 weeks

Group project 30 Expected on the last week of the lecture

Final exam/Written exam 35 Expected on the final day of the lecture


1. Printed and/or electronic scripts as announced in lectures. 2. Ian Gibson, David W. Rosen, Brent Stucker (2015). Additive Manufacturing

Technologies: 3D printing, Rapid Prototyping to Direct Digital Manufacturing. Second Edition, Springer.

Recommended texts

1. Joan Horvath (2010). Master of 3D Printing: Modelling, Printing, and Prototyping with Reprap-style 3D Printers. Technology in Action.

2. Cura 13.11.2: Ultimaker’s software for making 3Dprints, User Manual. 3. Hand-out papers/materials.

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5.33. 61MEN312: Foundation of the Finite element method Module Coordinator/Lecturer


Module Coordinator

Prof. Klaus Hackl [email protected] A106 By arrangement

Lecturers Prof. Klaus Hackl [email protected] A106 By arrangement Classification [Compulsory] [Compulsory optional] [Optional/Elective] Semester Winter Semester Student workload


Total working hours 150 AHs Frequency The module is offered each academic year. Prerequisites The modules are pre-requisited as 61MEN101 - Linear Algebra and Calculus; 61MEN106 - Advanced Calculus and Differential Equations; 61MEN202 - Numerical Mathematics; 61MEN102 - Mechanics – Stereostatics; 61MEN108 - Mechanics – Strength of Materials; and 61MEN203 - Mechanics - Dynamics. Intended learning outcomes On successful completion of this module the learner will:

1. have advanced knowledge on the scientific background, structure and applications of the finite element methods;

2. be able to recognize the major sources of errors and know how to avoid them; 3. be able to apply the finite element method to different applications; 4. be able to independently develop finite element code, 5. be able to operate commercial software.

Contents The participants will gain experience in the use of computational methods for solving complex differential equations systems, which are essential in engineering problems. As one special method the finite element method (FEM) will be introduced and applied to various problems. Special emphasis will be on the sources of discretization errors and strategies to avoid them using advanced finite element technology. Finally, the students will be exposed to finite element software.

No. Topics 1. Galerkin-methods and the finite element concept 2. Locking, hourglassing 3. Reduced-integrated and mixed elements 4. Analysis of discretization errors 5. Error estimators and indicators 6. Adaptivity

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Attendance Students should attend 100%. Attendance will be recorded but not taken into account for the assessment.

Online Activities A forum will be created on VGU’s e-learning platform for provision of material (lecture slides, tutorials, screen casts) and student discussion.

Self-study Students should read/watch the provided material before the lectures to follow the contents more easily. Specific questions will be answered in the exercises and individual problems solved together.

Mode of assessment Exams -Length of examination: 120 minutes. -Materials, reference is allowed in the exam room. Grading policy



Total 100 Module materials Required texts None Recommended texts Zienkiewicz, Taylor, Zhu: The Finite Element Method. Vol.1, ISBN: 0750663219

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5.34. 61MEN313: Virtual product modelling and visualization Module Coordinator/Lecturer


Module Coordinator

Prof. Dr. Detlef Gerhard [email protected] A106 By arrangement

Lecturers Prof. Dr. Detlef Gerhard [email protected] A106 By arrangement Classification [Compulsory] [Compulsory optional] [Optional/Elective] Semester Winter Semester Student workload

Frequency The module is offered each academic year. Prerequisites: None Intended learning outcomes On successful completion of this module:

1. Students have a broad, integrated knowledge of the challenges of modern product development processes and the resulting requirements for software systems for Virtual Product Modeling and Visualization.

2. Students know and understand essential methods and procedures of virtual product modeling and visualization including related fields and scientific information technology basics. By working through practical examples and tasks with appropriate application software, they can transfer the skills they have learned in working with software systems to concrete design engineering problems in order to be able to model and solve them.

3. Students have a comprehensive understanding of the interaction of software systems and product data models within the various process chains in product creation and can critically differentiate and assess the suitability of methods for virtual product modeling and visualization for the conception, design, optimization, presentation, production preparation and documentation of products.

4. Students will be able to reflect on and evaluate tasks in virtual product modeling and visualization and pursue them in a self-directed manner.

5. Students will be able to work cooperatively on virtual product modeling and visualization tasks in heterogeneous groups, justify processes and results, and communicate comprehensively on issues.

Contents The module teaches methods and tools for "Virtual Product Modeling and Visualization", in particular the fundamental knowledge required for this and the relevant methodological aspects of systematic product development. The focus is put on the various CAD modeling methods (e.g. 3D surface and solid modeling, parametric modeling, assembly modeling) according to the requirements of the design task as well as the combination of methods for the continuous digital thread within process chains, e.g. for Digital Mockup (DMU), Virtual and Augmented Reality (VR/AR), verification analysis and simulation (CAM), additive manufacturing, production (CAM), digital factory, styling, electrical/electronic CAD) in the product lifecycle with aspects of integration of models and tools.


Total working hours 150 AHs

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No. Topics

1. Methodological aspects and basics 2. Geometric modeling 3. Process Chain High End Visualization and Digital Mockup (DMU) 4. Process Chain Virtual and Augmented Reality (VR/AR) 5. Process Chain Verification Analysis and Simulation (CAE) 6. Process Chain Rapid Prototyping and Tooling (Additive Manufacturing) 7. Process Chain Production and Digital Factory (CAM) 8. Model-based Systems Engineering (MBSE) 9. Data exchange, interfaces and standards 10. Design Automation, Knowledge Based Engineering and Generative Design 11. Selected topics of Virtual Product Modelling and Visualization

Learning activities


Each student will have to independently solve 2 assignments which count 20% of the total grade.

Online Activities A forum will be created on VGU’s e-learning platform for provision of material (lecture slides, tutorials, screen casts) and student discussion.

Self-study

Students are expected to read/watch the provided material prior to lectures to better follow the content and participate in the discussion. Students are expected to read/watch the provided material for practice and build the necessary 3D modeling skills

Mode of assessment Exams -Length of examination: 90 minutes. -Materials, reference or other aids are not allowed during final exam. Grading policy


Assignments 20

Final written exam 80


1. D. Gerhard. Virtual Product Modeling and -visualization – Lecture slides. Recommended texts

1. Vajna, S., Weber, C., Zeman, K., Hehenberger, P., Gerhard, D., Wartzack, S. (2018): CAx für

Ingenieure - Eine praxisbezogene Einführung

2. Gerhard, D. (2017): Daten-und Informationsmanagement PDM/PLM. In Lindemann, U.

(Hrsg): Handbuch Produktentwicklung

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5.35. 61MEN314: Fluid energy machines Module Coordinator/Lecturer


Dr. Khieu Huu Loc [email protected] B110 By arrangement

Lecturers Dr. Khieu Huu Loc [email protected] B110 By arrangement Dr. Ho Xuan Thinh [email protected] B110 By arrangement

Tutorial Dr. Khieu Huu Loc [email protected] B110 By arrangement Dr. Ho Xuan Thinh [email protected] B110 By arrangement


Credits 5 ECTS Contact hours (lecture/tutorial/lab) 37/15/8 AHs Assignments and independent learning 90 AHs

Total working hours 150 AHs Frequency The module is offered each academic year. Prerequisites

The modules 61MEN210 Fluid Mechanics, 61MEN208 Thermodynamics, 61MEN211 Heat and Mass Transfer and 61MEN301 Measurement Technology with Practical Training should have been attended. Applicability for other modules This module is relevant for 61MEN317 CFD in Practice and 61MEN318 Renewable Energy Systems.


1. Name the essential machine types, construction types and operating principles of fluid energy machines together with application examples;

2. Explain the performance characteristics of fluid energy machines based on diagrams of dimensional and non-dimensional variables like the Cordier diagram;

3. Assess the performance of flow systems containing hydraulic pumps or turbines; 4. Calculate flow variables and the performance of single and multi-stage axial-flow pumps,

compressors and turbines, as well as centrifugal pumps and compressors; 5. Experimentally determine the performance and efficiency diagrams of hydraulic pumps.

Contents

No. Topics

1. Introduction Applications of fluid energy machines. Classification of fluid energy machines and turbomachines. Cascade and meridional view. Velocity triangles.

2.

Hydraulic pumps Recapitulation: basic fluid dynamics of constant density flow, dimensional analysis. Losses, efficiency, performance characteristics and diagrams. Pumping system design. Centrifugal pumps. Axial flow pumps. Cavitation in pumps.

3. Hydraulic turbines

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No. Topics Turbine system design. Pelton turbine. Francis turbine. Kaplan turbine. Cavitation in turbines.

4. Two-dimensional cascades Flow and forces. Compressor cascade. Turbine cascade.

5.

Group lab experiment: performance and efficiency of a centrifugal pump Determination of the performance and efficiency of a centrifugal pump at different speeds and outlet pressure. Calculation and comparison of the non-dimensional coefficients for the pump. Investigation of the effect on flowrate of varying the inlet pressure.

6. Wind turbines Types of wind turbines. Actuator disc approach. Power output range. Power output at optimum conditions.

7.

Axial-flow turbines Recapitulation: basic thermodynamics and fluid dynamics of variable density flow, dimensional analysis. Mean-line analysis. Turbine stage design parameters. Stage losses and efficiency. Effect of reaction on efficiency.

8. Axial-flow compressors Mean-line analysis. Stage loss relationships and efficiency. Multi-stage compressor performance. Stall and surge phenomena in compressors.

9. Centrifugal Compressors Thermodynamic analysis of a centrifugal compressor. Optimum design of a centrifugal compressor inlet. Performance of centrifugal compressors.

Learning activities



None. Exercises are solved and discussed by the lecturer/tutor on the board during the tutorial sessions. The lab project is conducted as group work.

Group work See Lab or Workshop below. Online Activities A forum will be created on VGU’s e-learning platform for provision of

material (lecture slides, exercises) and student discussion. Students can independently check their learning progress through small tasks.

Self-study

Students should read the provided material before the lectures to follow the contents more easily. Students should do exercises by themselves or in groups before the solutions are derived and discussed in the tutorials. Students have to read the provided material before the lab project.

Lab or Workshop Groups of up to 4 students will determine the performance and efficiency of a centrifugal pump at different speeds and outlet pressure in the lab. The groups calculate and compare the non-dimensional coefficients for the pump and find the effect on flowrate of varying the inlet pressure. The experiment and results are documented in a written group report and presented in brief during the lecture.

Mode of assessment Group project Maximum number of points is achieved when

- the obtained results are complete, correct and fully documented in a written report together

with all steps and settings used to obtain them,

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- and the obtained results are presented convincingly in a short presentation of up to 20

minutes.

Penalties for late submission of group project report and presentation:

- If the report and solution files are submitted up to one calendar week after the original

deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline): 10% of the total points available

for the piece of work will be deducted for each working day (or part thereof) following the

deadline up to a total of five working days.

- If the report and solution files are submitted more than five working days after the original

deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline): zero points will be recorded.

Exams - Length of examination: 90 minutes. - Open book exam: all printed material is allowed in the exam room.

Grading policy


Group project 20 Announced in the first lecture



1. Loc K. H., Fluid Energy Machines – Lecture slides. 2. Loc K. H., Fluid Energy Machines – Exercises. 3. Loc K. H., Fluid Energy Machines – Experiment descriptions.

Recommended texts

1. F.M. White. Fluid Mechanics. McGraw-Hill, New York, NY, 8th edition, 2016. ISBN:

9780073398273. VGU Central Library 620.106 W5831. (Chapter 11)

2. S.L. Dixon, C.A. Hall. Fluid Mechanics. Butterworth-Heinemann, Amsterdam, 7th edition, 2014. ISBN: 9780124159549. VGU Central Library 621.406 D646.

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5.36. 61MEN315: Life Cycle Assessment of Energy Systems Module Coordinator/Lecturer


Module Coordinator

Dr. Julian Röder [email protected]

A106 By arrangement

Lecturers Dr. Julian Röder [email protected]

A106 By arrangement



Total working hours 150 AHs Frequency The module is offered each academic year. Prerequisites: None Intended learning outcomes

1. The participants understand the general physical-technical basics of the energy systems dealt with in the module; They will be able to explain the energy systems using process diagrams/principle diagrams and name essential parameters; This forms the basis for subsequent tasks and further analyses.

2. The participants understand the principle of considering upstream chains; They can determine upstream material flows and energy flows using exemplary LCA data sets; They can estimate the ratio of direct and indirect material flows and energy flows.

3. The participants understand the origin of energy-related emissions; Using the impact assessment methods dealt with in the module, they will be able to allocate emissions to the corresponding environmental impact; They will be able to use this to determine the resulting impact indicator.

4. The participants will be able to apply the life cycle assessment method to exemplary energy-related issues; For this purpose, they can employ the flowchart discussed in the module; They can draw conclusions about ecological impacts and evaluate them.

Contents

No. Topics 1. Physical-technical Basics of selected Energy Systems 2. Cumulative Energy Demand, Energy Return on Investment 3. Energy-related Emissions 4. Environmental Effects of Emissions

5.

Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Goal and Scope Definition Life Cycle Inventory (LCI) Life Cycle Impact Assessment (LCIA) Interpretation

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Attendance Students should attend. Online Activities Lecture material will be provided via an online platform (e.g., Moodle).

Self-study Students should read/watch the provided material before the lectures/exercises to follow the contents more easily. Specific questions will be answered in the exercises and individual problems solved together.

Mode of assessment Exams -Length of examination: 90 minutes. Grading policy



Total 100 Module materials Required texts: None Recommended texts

1. ISO 14040:2006. Environmental management — Life cycle assessment — Principles and

framework

2. ISO 14044:2006. Environmental management — Life cycle assessment — Requirements and

guidelines

3. Klöpffer, Walter, and Birgit Grahl. Life cycle assessment (LCA): a guide to best practice.

John Wiley & Sons, 2014. ISBN: 9783527329861.

4. Ushakov, Vasily Y. Electrical Power Engineering: Current State, Problems and Perspectives.

Springer, 2017. ISBN 9783319623016.

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5.37. 61MEN316: Apparatus engineering Module Coordinator/Lecturer


Module Coordinator

Prof. Marcus Petermann [email protected] A106 By arrangement

Lecturers Prof. Marcus Petermann [email protected] A106 By arrangement Dr. Stefan Pollak [email protected] A106 By arrangement


Credits 5 ECTS Contact hours 60 AHs Assignments and independent learning 90 AHs Total working hours 150 AHs

Frequency The module is offered each academic year. Prerequisites Successful participation of the foundation year

Intended learning outcomes On successful completion of this module, the learner:

1. has advanced knowledge in apparatus engineering. They are capable of performing the mathematical determination of container wall thicknesses, flange thickness, etc. for apparatuses under elevated pressures and temperatures;

2. has a basic understanding of the major types of apparatuses for conditioning of raw materials and material flows;

3. knows the most important theoretical basics of transportation and dosing of liquids, gases and solids and can use them for the dimensioning of systems;

4. can apply the basics of heat transfer to the calculation and dimensioning of heat exchangers;

5. is familiar with the rules of the German AD-Merkblätter and the VDI-Wärmeatlas and are capable to apply them;

6. can read technical drawings, they can understand them and can discuss problems; 7. knows how to select and to dimension appropriate equipment for the desired application; 8. can use their results for the design and construction of application suitable structures and

solutions. They can also transfer their knowledge to other technical problems; 9. has the ability to cross-linked and critical thinking. The students have acquired advanced,

interdisciplinary skills and can apply them.

Contents Apparatuses are components for performing unit operations in chemistry and energy plants. A fundamental task of the plant construction is the calculation of stresses in materials at high pressures and temperatures. The dimensioning of pressure vessels is based on the calculation rules of the German Arbeitsgemeinschaft Druckbehälter. The internal structure and the function of different types of apparatuses for processing steps such as mixing, dispersing, homogenizing, centrifugation, fractionation, etc. are described. Herein, the fractionation of liquid and gas streams plays a major role. Basics in calculation of heat exchangers and the introduction of components such as pumps and

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compressors complete the lecture. With regard to fault free, maintenance-free operation, it is important to know basic rules of construction and to follow them in the design of the apparatus or the whole plant.

No. Topics 1. Preliminary work and legal conditions 2. Vessels subjected to internal overpressure 3. Vessel heads 4. Vessels subjected to external overpressure + Flanges 5. Openings 6. Thick walled vessels subject to internal pressure 7. Particle technology 8. Technical drawings 9. Stirred vessels 10. Pumps 11. Heat exchangers 12. Mass transfer apparatuses

Learning activities

Activities Expectation/Explanation (if any) Attendance Students should attend 100%. Active participation in lectures and exercises

expected. Online Activities Materials will be provided online.

Self-study Students should read the provided material before the lectures to follow the contents more easily. Students should practice using the AD-Merkblätter as the exam requires some experience.

Mode of assessment Exams -Length of examination: 120 minutes. -Materials, non-programmable calculator Grading policy


Written exam 100 Announced in the first lecture

Total 100 Module materials Required texts None

Recommended texts 1. Klapp, E.: Apparate- und Anlagentechnik. Springer-Verlag, Berlin, 1980

2. VDI-Wärmeatlas. VDI-Verlag, Düsseldorf, 1997

3. Perry, R. H.: Chemical Engineers Handbook. McGraw-Hill chemical engineering series, 1973

4. Wegener, E.: Festigkeitsberechnung Verfahrenstechnischer Apparate. Wiley-VCH Verlag

GmbH, Weinheim, 2002

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5.38. 61MEN317: CFD in practice Module Coordinator/Lecturer


Dr. Ho Xuan Thinh [email protected] B110 By arrangement

Lecturers Dr. Ho Xuan Thinh [email protected] B110 By arrangement Dr. Khieu Huu Loc [email protected] B110 By arrangement

Tutorials

Dr. Ho Xuan Thinh [email protected] B110 By arrangement Dr. Khieu Huu Loc [email protected] B110 By arrangement


Credits 5 ECTS Contact hours (lecture/lab) 15/45 AHs Assignments and independent learning 90 AHs Total working hours 150 AHs

Frequency The module is offered each academic year. Prerequisites The modules 61MEN202 Numerical Mathematics, 61MEN205 Computer Science and Engineering 1 + 2, 61MEN210 Fluid Mechanics, 61MEN208 Thermodynamics and 61MEN211 Heat and Mass Transfer should have been attended. Applicability for other modules This module is linked to a possible thesis (61MEN499) Intended learning outcomes On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:

1. Describe the basic theory of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) with the Finite Volume Method for computing steady and unsteady laminar flows, as well as statistically steady turbulent flows;

2. Summarize the basic steps of conducting a flow simulation with CFD, consisting of grid generation, prescription of boundary conditions and solution parameters, and analysis of the results;

3. Apply the open source software OpenFOAM and the commercial software Ansys ICEM CFD and Ansys Fluent;

4. Analyze different flow problems with OpenFOAM and Ansys Fluent; 5. Document the process and results of CFD simulations in a written report.

Contents

No. Topics

1.

Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Applications of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD). Recapitulation of conservation laws, constitutive equations. The scalar conservation law as convection-diffusion equation. The Finite Volume Method: numerical integration, numerical interpolation, numerical differentiation. Computational grid. Computational domain. Boundary conditions. Iterative solution methods. Documentation of CFD simulations and results.

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No. Topics

2.

Introduction to the open source flow solver OpenFOAM Prerequisites: Linux OS, Microsoft Windows OS, macOS, basic Linux commands. Grid generation: block-structured grids with blockMesh. Boundary conditions. Solver settings. Post processing: vector and contour plots with paraFoam, extraction of solution data at points and along lines.

3.

Flow and heat transfer in pipe flow with OpenFOAM Application relevance: laminar and turbulent internal flows with cooling and heating. Fully developed laminar flow: pressure-velocity coupling in the segregated solver. Fully developed statistically steady turbulent flow: wall functions. Turbulent flow in a simple pipe system.

4.

Steady and unsteady laminar flow around a 2D circular cylinder with OpenFOAM Application relevance: bluff body flow. Time discretization: explicit and implicit time integration, stability, Courant-Friedrichs-Lewy (CFL) number. Grid generation: block-structured O-grid. Post processing: force coefficients, time series analysis, solution animation.

5.

Introduction to the commercial flow solver Ansys Fluent Graphical User Interface (GUI). Grid generation: Ansys ICEM CFD / Ansys Fluent Meshing. Boundary conditions. Solver settings. Post processing: vector and contour plots, extraction of solution data at points and along lines.

6.

Compressible flow in a 2D Laval nozzle Application relevance: high Mach number internal and external flows. Grid generation: Ansys ICEM CFD. Variable density flow: segregated and coupled solver. Turbulent variable density flow: Favre averaging.

7.

Multi-phase flow in simple pipe system Application relevance: process engineering. Multiphase flow modeling: Euler-Euler, Euler-Lagrange. Grid generation: Ansys ICEM CFD / Ansys Fluent Meshing. Turbulent multiphase flow.

Learning activities



Each student will have to independently analyze a flow problem towards the end of the module and document the project in a term paper.

Online Activities A forum will be created on VGU’s e-learning platform for provision of material (lecture slides, tutorials, screen casts) and student discussion. Students can independently check their learning progress through small tasks.

Self-study

Students should read/watch the provided material before the lectures to follow the contents more easily. Students have to read/watch the provided material and try to perform/complete the simulations before the computer lab sessions. Specific questions will be answered in the exercises and individual problems solved together.

Internship None Lab or Workshop Work in the computer lab with grid generation, flow simulation and results

visualization software either on the university’s (desktop) computers or students own computers.

Field Work None

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Mode of assessment Term paper Students can choose a simulation task from a list of tasks that will be provided in the first computer lab session. Students will have to solve the simulation task independently by generating the grid, solving the flow, extracting the relevant results, and documenting all in a written report. All relevant solution files have to be submitted together with the report. Penalties for late submission of group project report and solution files:

- If the report and solution files are submitted up to one calendar week after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline): 10% of the total points available for the piece of work will be deducted for each working day (or part thereof) following the deadline up to a total of five working days.

- If the report and solution files are submitted more than five working days after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline): zero points will be recorded.

Grading policy


Term paper 100 Announced in the first lecture


1. H.X. Thinh and K.H. Loc. CFD in Practice – Lecture slides. 2. H.X. Thinh and K.H. Loc. CFD in Practice – Computer experiment descriptions.

Recommended texts

1. J.H. Ferziger, M. Perić. Computational methods for fluid dynamics. Springer, Berlin, New

York, 3rd edition, 2002. ISBN: 9783540420743. VGU Central Library 532.05015194 F412.

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5.39. 61MEN318: Renewable energy systems Module Coordinator/Lecturer


Module Coordinator

Prof. Michael Scheffler

[email protected] A106 By arrangement

Lecturers

Prof. Michael Scheffler


Prof. Franziska Scheffler




Total working hours 150 AHs Frequency The module is offered each academic year. Prerequisites The modules 61MEN103 Basics of Materials Technology I, 61MEN107 Natural Scientific Basics, 61MEN109 Basics of Materials Technology II should have been attended. Intended learning outcomes On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:

1. Have a basic knowledge of energy statistics (need, consumption, availability, distribution); 2. understand fundamentals and definitions, chemical and physical knowledge of the working

principles of renewable energy conversion components; 3. achieve a knowledge of technical limits and economical importance of selected systems and

future renewable energy networks.

Contents No. Topics

1. Statistics in energy consumption 2. Terms and definitions related to energy 3. Types of renewable energy resources

4. Conversion (devices and materials thereof, processes): photovoltaics, solar thermal, wind, water, fuel cells, geothermal, biomass, solar chemistry

5. Dimensioning examples will be given in the seminar 6. A practical course is related to solar thermal concentration

Learning activities

Activities Expectation/Explanation (if any) Attendance Students should attend 100%. Attendance will not be recorded but taken

into account for the assessment. Individual Assignments

Each student will have to independently analyze a flow problem towards the end of the module and document the project in a term paper.

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Activities Expectation/Explanation (if any) Online Activities A forum will be created on VGU’s e-learning platform for provision of

material (lecture slides, tutorials, screen casts) and student discussion. Students can independently check their learning progress through small tasks.

Self-study

Students should read/watch the provided material before the lectures to follow the contents more easily. Students have to read/watch the provided material and try to perform/complete the simulations before the computer lab sessions. Specific questions will be answered in the exercises and individual problems solved together.

Mode of assessment Exams -Length of examination: 90 minutes. -Materials, reference is not allowed in the exam room. Grading policy


Written exam 100 Announced in the first lecture


1. – Lecture script prior to lecture; lecture slides during lecture. 2. Scientific papers for problem evaluation

Recommended texts

1. energy science: principles, technologies, and impact, John Andrews & Nick Jelley, Oxford

University Press, ISBN-10: 0199281122

2. Regenerative Energiesysteme: Technologie, Berechnung, Simulation, Volker Quaschning,

Hansa Fachbuchverlag, ISBN: 3-446-40569-0

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5.40. 61MEN319: Scientific writing + project work Module coordinator/Lecturer


Module

Coordinator

Dr. Tran Trung Thanh [email protected] B109 9:00-11:00 AM, Wed

Lecturers Dr. Tran Trung Thanh [email protected] B109 9:00-11:00 AM, Wed

Prof Dr. Eric Dilma [email protected] B110 9:00-11:00 AM, Wed


Semester Winter Semester and Summer Semester

Student workload

Frequency The module is offered each academic year.

Prerequisites

Students should be attended in previous modules.

Applicability for other modules This module is linked with the bachelor thesis.

Intended learning outcomes

On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:

1. work alone or even together on solving problems and applying new technologies in mechanical engineering systems to one practical issue;

2. conceive, design, implement, operate real-world systems and new products and processes; 3. plan the fulfilment of complex tasks within a group of people with different knowledge, skills

and interests.

Contents

Several current research projects in which students can take active participation are introduced to the participants by the project sponsors. Students are offered the possibility to implement the theoretical knowledge acquired during their PEM studies in diverse fields of knowledge. The students plan how to divert the scientific problem in several sub topics. The group plans and determines milestones and deliverables, each student takes over a specified working area within the scientific task where she or he has to work on within the group. The contents are out of the areas production technology and management, information and communication technology and engineering education. Students have to execute all tasks necessary to do independent scientific work on a given question, like analyzing the state of the art by gathering information and resources, form hypothesis, perform experiment, collect, analyze and interpret data, draw conclusions, publish results by presenting and writing reports. Contents are presented in a kick-off meeting. After that students have to independently organize their tasks. Process steps within their project are, to learn:

• How to gather information and to quote.

Credits 8 ECTS




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• How to work in groups. • How to write reports. • How to present academic results (Information provision, motivating the auditory, visual and verbal information). • How to combine different research results to come up with a new model, concept, theory. • How to write scientific articles / term papers and master theses (form, content, structure).

Learning activities

Activities Expectation/Explanation (if any) Lectures Students should attend 100% Group work Each 5-member group will develop a project Field Work 01 Field trip

Mode of assessment Project (100%)

- 01 practical project per one group Grading policy


Assessment of the continuous work effort 5% TBA

Project plan 15% TBA

Intermediate presentation: 15% TBA

Final presentation 25% TBA

Final report 40% TBA

Total 100% TBA

Module materials Required texts Tran Trung Thanh. Lecture notes of Project work. VGU. 2022.

Recommended texts Printed and/or electronic scripts as announced in lectures.

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5.41. 61MEN401: Professional internship Module coordinator/Lecturer


Dr. Tran Trung Thanh [email protected] B109 By appointment

Lecturers All Lecturers N/A B109 By appointment


Credits 14 ECTS Contact hours N/A AHs Assignments and independent learning N/A AHs Total Working hours 420 AHs

Frequency The module is offered each academic year. Prerequisites Complete basic internship Applicability for other modules 61MEN499 - Thesis


1. learn possible job duties and apply knowledge in the fields of mechanical engineering to practical problems;

2. gain deeper subject-related knowledge in various technologies, business organization and economics to impart experiences in the fields of work and activities of an engineer;

3. develop an ability to independently identify and analyze relevant problems. Contents: Content and structure of the internship is strictly following the Internship directive for the Bachelor of Science study of the Mechanical Engineering program at Vietnamese-German University. Learning activities

Activities Explanation Internship Can be conducted at industries/companies Report Final report: The final report must be approved and signed by supervisor

from industries/companies before submitting to the MEN Program office.

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Mode of Assessment Exams A written report which summarizes the progress of conducting the professional internship at industry/companies for further evaluation from the head of the MEN program. Grading policy


Final report Pass or fail TBC Module materials Required texts

1. Internship directive, The MEN Program, VGU

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5.42. 61MEN499: Bachelor thesis Module coordinator/Lecturer


Dr. Tran Trung Thanh [email protected] B109 TBA

Lecturers All Lecturers N/A B109 TBA


Credits 12 ECTS Contact hours N/A AHs Assignments and independent learning N/A AHs Total Working hours 360 AHs

Frequency The module is offered each academic year. Prerequisites Completed successfully 172 ECTS, passed four modules of German 1, 2, 3, 4 and approved with 6-week basic internship. Intended learning outcomes On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:

1. master the technical and interdisciplinary skills to work as an engineer in mechanical engineering;

2. develop an ability to independently identify and analyze relevant problems; 3. solve any arising problem in real life.

Learning activities

Activities Explanation Attendance Can be conducted either at the university or industries or at home Individual Assignments

Weekly report

Lab or Workshop TBA Field Work TBA

Mode of Assessment Exams A written report which summarizes the progress of conducting the thesis with concrete evident from actual experiments and final presentation (optional) might be implemented. Grading policy


Written report 100 TBC


1. Thesis Guideline. The MEN Program, VGU

MODULE HANDBOOK - vgu.edu.vn

Documents

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