Mechanical Engineering Principles and Practice for Non-Mechanical Engineers

After participating in this course, you will be able to:

• Apply the principles of mechanical energy, work, torque, and power in real-world engineering scenarios.
• Analyze forces and moments in static equilibrium within beams and truss systems.
• Conduct stress, strain, and material toughness assessments to ensure structural integrity.
• Evaluate dynamics, kinematics, and kinetics in both linear and angular motion with confidence.
• Implement hydrostatics and hydrodynamics laws to analyze and design fluid systems effectively.

Description
Gain a foundational understanding of mechanical engineering tailored specifically for non-mechanical engineers. Whether you're an engineer, technician, or facilities manager, acquiring these skills will empower you to engage in technical discussions, solve fundamental mechanical problems, and make informed decisions in your field. This course demystifies core mechanical engineering principles through straightforward explanations, practical examples, and case studies highlighting real-world applications.

You’ll explore key concepts such as statics, dynamics, material properties, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, etc. By breaking down complex theories into easily digestible content, this course equips you with the knowledge to perform essential calculations, understand the behavior of mechanical systems, and apply engineering principles in your daily tasks. Engaging in numerical problems and case studies will further cement your understanding and ability to apply these concepts.

Whether you want to expand your skill set or prepare for certification exams, this course provides the essential knowledge to enhance your expertise and professional capabilities. You’ll develop the confidence to tackle mechanical engineering challenges, improve collaboration with engineering teams, and make better-informed decisions. Additionally, this course lays a solid foundation for those interested in pursuing more specialized studies in mechanical engineering, setting the stage for continued growth and career advancement.

Who Should Attend
Engineers and Architects aiming to deepen their mechanical engineering knowledge. Facility Managers, Maintenance Engineers, and Project Managers will benefit from the cross-training this course offers, enabling them to lead technical discussions and make more informed decisions. Non-engineers, including technical writers, procurement professionals, and aspiring FE or PE exam candidates, will find the course invaluable for expanding their understanding of mechanical systems.

Additionally, Energy Managers, Construction Managers, and attorneys specializing in construction, workplace safety, and workmanship litigation will gain practical insights that enhance their professional expertise. Those engaged in engineering or technical roles requiring continuous learning will also find this course beneficial.

Day 1 (4 hours):

• Mechanical engineering system of units - Imperial (US) and Metric (SI) Systems.
• Basic mechanical engineering concepts, associated formulas and units
• Dynamics – Kinematics: The kinematics topic introduces concepts, laws and analytical techniques pertinent to motion in the absence of unbalanced forces.
• Dynamics – Kinetics: The kinetics topic introduces the attendees to concepts, laws and problem analysis techniques associated with bodies or objects in motion when motion is influenced by unbalanced forces.

Day 2 (4 hours):

• Materials and Mechanics of Materials: This topic covers concepts such as stress, strain, strengths of materials, alloy phase diagrams, and phase equilibrium liquid-solid diagrams.
• Fluid Mechanics & Hydraulic Machines: This topic includes fluid statics, hydrodynamics and hydraulic machines.
• Thermodynamics: In this segment, the attendee is introduced to some fundamental yet practical thermodynamic concepts, principles, laws, and problem-solving techniques.
• Refrigeration Cycle: This section covers the basic refrigeration cycle model and briefly explains the thermodynamic processes associated with each segment.
• Engineering Economics & Financial Analysis of Engineering Projects: This topic will provide engineer and non-engineer attendees with a brief introduction to basic yet practical methods for performing simple financial evaluations of capital projects.