KTU 2024 Scheme · Semester 5 · Program Core — Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering Lab (PCMEL508) Syllabus

Official KTU 2024 Scheme syllabus for Mechanical Engineering Lab, Semester 5, Program Core — Mechanical Engineering (Mechanical Engineering).

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Course Code

PCMEL508

Credits

Teaching Hours

0:0:3:0 (L:T:P:R)

CIE Marks

ESE Marks

Exam Duration

2 Hrs 30 Min

Prerequisites

PCMET402 (Machine Tools and Metrology)

Semester

Semester 5

Course Objective

To get an idea of the dimensional and form accuracy of products, and to get exposure to equipment and exercises related to machine dynamics, basics of hydraulic and pneumatic devices, basic concepts of stepper motors, and basic ideas of data acquisition systems and automation.

Module-wise Syllabus

Module 1

Part 1 (any 6 experiments): calibration of vernier caliper, micrometer, LVDT and dial gauge; class of fits determination; repeatability and reproducibility analysis; angular measurements (sine bar, bevel protractor, combination sets, clinometers, angle dekkor); straightness/flatness/squareness/roundness error (autocollimator, laser interferometer, spirit level, dial gauge); displacement/velocity/acceleration of vibration; surface roughness measurement; strain measurement with strain gauges; screw thread parameter measurement; gear profile error measurement; bore diameter measurement; tool maker's microscope; automobile exhaust/flue gas analysis; CMM demonstration for form error evaluation.

Module 2

Part 2 (any 6 experiments): whirling of shaft; gyroscope; universal governor apparatus; free and forced vibration analysis; non-destructive testing; hydraulic and pneumatic circuits (trainer units); electro-pneumatic and electro-hydraulic circuits; motion controller with AC/DC/servo/stepper motors and encoders; PC-based data acquisition systems; PLC programming and variable speed drive control; robotic trainer units; 3D printing.

Course Outcomes

CO1Choose the appropriate instruments for different measurements.
CO2Determine dimensional and form accuracies of various components.
CO3Develop knowledge of designing and analyzing mechanisms in machinery.
CO4Demonstrate the functions and control of various devices used for industrial automation.
CO5Demonstrate 3D printing technique.

Assessment Pattern (CIE: 50 marks, ESE: 50 marks)

Continuous Internal Evaluation (CIE)

Attendance	5
Preparation / Pre-Lab Work, Viva, Timely Record Completion (Continuous Assessment)	25
Internal Examination	20

End Semester Examination (ESE)

Total 50 marks, 2 Hrs 30 Min. See the official KTU syllabus document for the exact Part A / Part B question pattern for this course.

Textbooks & Reference Books

Textbooks

Metrology for Engineers — Shotbolt C.R. and Gayler J.F.W. (ELBS, London, 5th edition)
Practical Engineering Metrology — Sharp K.W.B. and Hume (Sir Isaac Pitman and Sons Ltd, London / Pearson Education, —)
Kinematics and Dynamics of Machinery — C.E. Wilson, P. Sadler (—, 2005)
Mechatronics: Electronic Control Systems in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering — W. Bolton (Pearson Education Limited, New Delhi, 2007)

Reference Books

Engineering Measurements — Collett, C.V. and Hope, A.D (ELBS/Longman, 2nd edition)
Machines and Mechanisms — Applied Kinematic Analysis — D.H. Myskza (Pearson Education, 2013)
Mechatronics: Integrated Mechanical Electronic Systems — K.P. Ramachandran, G.K. Vijayaraghavan, M.S. Balasundaram (Wiley India Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi, 2008)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many credits is KTU Mechanical Engineering Lab (PCMEL508)?

2 credits, with 0:0:3:0 (L:T:P:R) teaching hours per week, under the KTU 2024 Scheme.

How many modules are in the PCMEL508 syllabus?

2 modules.

What is the CIE and ESE mark split for this course?

CIE (Continuous Internal Evaluation): 50 marks. ESE (End Semester Examination): 50 marks, 2 Hrs 30 Min. Total: 100 marks.

What are the recommended textbooks for PCMEL508?

Metrology for Engineers (Shotbolt C.R. and Gayler J.F.W.); Practical Engineering Metrology (Sharp K.W.B. and Hume); Kinematics and Dynamics of Machinery (C.E. Wilson, P. Sadler); Mechatronics: Electronic Control Systems in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering (W. Bolton).

Is this syllabus specific to one branch, or common to others too?

This Semester 5 course is listed under Program Core — Mechanical Engineering at KTU under the 2024 Scheme — check the course header above for which branches it's common to.

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