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Polytechnic Institute of Coimbra (P COIMBRA 02)
Coimbra Institute of Engineering - ISEC
Mechanical Engineering Department
ECTS CATALOGUE
The main language of instruction at Coimbra Institute of Engineering is Portuguese. However, some
courses from degree and master programs can be offered in English and/or with a tutorial support
in English.
The ECTS catalogue includes subject contents in English. The Students can choose subjects from
this Catalogue to the study plan proposal (Learning Agreement) to be analyzed carefully by the
Departmental Coordinators and to be adjusted if necessary.
This ECTS catalogue contains information which is valid for this academic year. ISEC reserves the
right to adjust the courses offered during the academic year and is not responsible for typing errors
or printing mistakes.
International Relations Office
Contact Person
Ms Dália Pires
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
Rua Pedro Nunes
Quinta da Nora
3030-199 Coimbra
PORTUGAL
Prof. Luis Roseiro
Mechanical Engineering Department Coordinator
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
Rua Pedro Nunes – Quinta da Nora
3030 – 199 Coimbra
PORTUGAL
Tel.: (+351) 239 790 330
[email protected]
Tel.: (+351) 239 790 206
[email protected]
Academic Year 2015-2016
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Polytechnic Institute of Coimbra (P COIMBRA 02)
Coimbra Institute of Engineering - ISEC
Mechanical Engineering Department
ECTS CATALOGUE
BACHELOR - Mechanical Engineering Course
Code
1.º ano
912305
912304
912303
912302
912301
912306
912312
912307
912308
912309
912310
912311
2.º ano
912317
912316
912315
912314
912313
912318
912324
912323
912322
912321
912320
912319
Title - Portuguese
/ 1st Year
Desenho Técnico
Química
Física Aplicada
Álgebra Linear
Análise Matemática I
Introdução à Programação
Inglês
Análise Matemática II
Fundamentos de Ciência dos
Materiais
Termodinâmica
Mecânica Aplicada
Desenho de Construções
Mecânicas
912332
912340
912341
912342
912337
912336
912335
912334
912338
Period
Fundamentals of Materials Science
5
Thermodynamics
Applied Mechanic
6
5
Mechanical Engineering Drawing
5
Mechanical Technology I
Fluid Mechanics
Strength of Materials I
Engineering Materials
Statistical Methods
Electronics
Automation
Hidraulic Machines
Machining Processes
Mechanical Technology II
Heat Transfer
Strength of Materials I
5
5
5
6
4
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
1º
1º
1º
1º
1º
1º
2º
2º
2º
2º
2º
2º
Semester
Semester
Semester
Semester
Semester
Semester
Semester
Semester
Semester
Semester
Semester
Semester
Quality Management
Machines Elements I
Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
Reciprocating Engines
5
5
5
Equipments and Thermal Processes
5
1º
1º
1º
1º
Semester Tutorial in EN
Semester
Semester Tutorial in EN
Semester Tutorial in EN
Laboratórios de Engenharia de
Produção
Laboratory of Computer Aided
Engineering and Manufacturing
6
Opção I - Aquisição e
Processamento de Dados
Opção I – Programação de
Automatos
Opção II - Fabrico de Moldes
Opção II - Instalações de
Climatização
Opção II - Novas Tecnologias de
Motores
Laboratórios de Engenharia
Térmica
Organização e Gestão
Manutenção Industrial
Órgãos de Máquinas II
Projecto
Option I - Data Acquisition and
Processing
4
1º Semester
Option I - PLC Programming
4
1º Semester
Option II - Manufacture of Molds
4
Option II - Air Conditioning Plants
4
2º Semester
2º Semester
/ 2nd Year
Tecnologia Mecânica I
Mecânica dos Fluidos
Resistência dos Materiais I
Materiais de Engenharia
Métodos Estatísticos
Electrotecnia
Automação
Máquinas Hidráulicas
Processos de Maquinagem
Tecnologia Mecânica II
Transmissão de Calor
Resistência dos Materiais II
Semester
Semester
Semester
Semester
Semester
Semester
Semester
Semester
Semester
2º Semester Tutorial in EN
2º Semester Tutorial in EN
2º Semester
Tutorial in EN
Tutorial in EN
Tutorial in EN
Tutorial in EN
Tutorial in EN
Tutorial in EN
Option II - Internal Combustion Engines
4
‐ New Technologies
Thermal Machines II Lab
6
Organization and Management
Industrial Maintenance
Machines Elements II
Project
4
4
5
7
Academic Year 2015-2016
1º
1º
1º
1º
1º
1º
2º
2º
2º
Tutorial in
EN
5
4
5
5
6
5
3
6
/ 3rd Year
Opção I - Gestão da Qualidade
Órgãos de Máquinas I
Climatização e Refrigeração
Máquinas Alternativas
Equipamentos e Processos
912328
Térmicos
912331
ECTS
Technical Drawing
Chemistry
Applied Physic
Linear Algebra
Mathematical Analysis I
Introduction to Programming
Technical English
Mathematical Analysis II
3.º ano
912333
912325
912326
912327
912329
Title - English
1º Semester Tutorial in EN
Tutorial in EN
Tutorial in EN
2º Semester Tutorial in EN
2º Semester Tutorial in EN
2º
2º
2º
2º
Semester
Semester
Semester
Semester
Tutorial in EN
Tutorial in EN
Tutorial in EN
Tutorial in EN
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Polytechnic Institute of Coimbra (P COIMBRA 02)
Coimbra Institute of Engineering - ISEC
Mechanical Engineering Department
ECTS CATALOGUE
MASTER - Mechanical Equipment and Systems Course
Code
Title - Portuguese
Title – English
1.º ano / 1st Year
Métodos Computacionais em
636101
Engenharia
636102 Instrumentação e Controlo
636103 Estruturas Mecânicas
636104 Desgaste e Corrosão
Comportamento dos Materiais em
636105
Serviço
636111 Termodinâmica Aplicada
636118 Redes de Fluidos
Comportamento Térmico e Acústico
636113
de Edifícios
636106 Tecnologias de Fabrico
636107 Selecção de Materiais
Cálculo Automático de Sistemas
636108
Mecânicos
636105 Análise de Vibrações
636110 Equipamentos Industriais
636114 Equipamentos Térmicos
636115 Instalações de AVAC
636116 Instalações Frigoríficas
636117 Energia e Ambiente
636112 Energias Alternativas
Computational Methods in
Engineering
Instrumentation and Control
Mechanical Structures
Wear and Corrosion
Mechanical Behavior of Materials in
Service
Applied Thermodynamics
Fluid Networks
Thermal and Acoustic Behavior of
Building
Manufacturing Technologies
Materials Selection
Computer Aided Analysis of
Mechanical Systems
Vibration Analysis
Industrial Equipments
Thermal Equipments
HVAC Installations
Refrigeration Systems
Energy and Environment
Alternative Energies
2.º ano / 2nd Year
636119 Projecto ou Estágio
Project or Internship
Academic Year 2015-2016
ECTS
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
Period
Tutorial in
EN
1º Semester Tutorial in EN
1º
1º
1º
2º
Semester
Semester Tutorial in EN
Semester Tutorial in EN
Semester Tutorial in EN
1º Semester Tutorial in EN
2º Semester Tutorial in EN
1º Semester
2º Semester
2º Semester Tutorial in EN
2º Semester Tutorial in EN
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
1º
2º
2º
2º
2º
2º
2º
Semester
Semester
Semester
Semester
Semester
Semester
Semester
60
Anual
Tutorial in EN
Tutorial in EN
Tutorial in EN
Tutorial in EN
Tutorial in EN
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
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Title:
Technical Drawing
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912305
Year /Semester:
1st / 1st
ECTS:
4
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Study plan:
Introduction to technical drawing: standardization; scales; ISO lettering and lines; borders and
legends; types of projection systems.
Orthographic representations: general principles of presentation of views; cuts and sections;
auxiliary views; partial views.
Dimensioning: criteria of insertion of dimensions; dimensioning of individual parts and
assemblies.
Axonometric projections and perspective: isometric perspective.
2D Modeling with a computer aided design (CAD) system: user interface; constraints; drawing
and editing; hatching; dimensioning; blocks.
Portuguese / Tutorial support in English
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
TheoreticalPractical
28
2
Lectures and practical exercises
Practical
42
3
Practical exercises and laboratory
work
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
The main aims of this course unit are:
To give students more detailed knowledge about the representation of the nominal shape and
dimensions of objects.
To introduce the concept of standardization in general and of its importance in engineering.
To transmit to the students the capacity of defining individual parts using a computer aided
design (CAD) software package.
At the end of this course unit the learner is expected to be able to:
Make drawings of objects in orthographic representation with dimensioning, according to
technical drawing standards.
To read drawings of objects in orthographic representation and make the correspondent
isometric perspective.
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
To create 2 dimensional drawings of objects, by means of a computerized tool in accordance
with the existing technical normative.
Silva, A., Ribeiro, C., Dias, J., Sousa, L., Desenho Técnico Moderno, Ed. FCA, 2008
Morais, J.M.S., Desenho Básico, Porto Editora, 2007
Cunha, L.V., Desenho Técnico, Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian, 2000
Garcia, J., AutoCAD 2009 & AutoCAD LT 2009, Ed. FCA, 2009
Continuous evaluation with two tests
or
final written exam (100%).
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
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Title:
Mathematical Analysis I
Scientific Area:
Mathematics
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912301
Year /Semester:
1st / 1st
ECTS:
6
Department:
Department of Physics and Mathematics
Study plan:
Real functions of one real variable: Limit and continuity; Basic theorems; Trigonometric and
inverse trigonometric functions; Basic properties of the Logarithm and the Exponential.
Hyperbolic functions.
Differential calculus: The derivative and its geometric interpretation; Algebra of derivatives;
The chain rule for composite functions; Derivative of inverse functions; Fundamental
theorems; Indeterminate forms and Cauchy’s rule; Polynomial approximations: Differentials,
Taylor’s polynomials and Taylor’s formula with remainder; Nonlinear equations and numerical
methods: Bisection and Newton’s methods.
Integral calculus: Primitives, integration by parts, integration by substitution and integration of
rational functions; Definite integral (Riemann’s integral) and the fundamental theorem of
calculus; Applications of integration to the calculation of area, volume and length; Indefinite
integrals and improper integrals; Numerical methods for one-dimensional integrals:
Trapezoidal rule and Simpson’s rule.
An introduction to ordinary differential equations: Terminology; First-order differential
equations: First-order linear differential equation, Bernoulli equation, separable equation and
homogeneous equation.
Portuguese / Tutorial support in English
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Comments
Theoretical
28
2
Classroom, lectures
TheoreticalPractical
28
2
Classroom, lectures and problem
solving
Practical
14
1
Laboratory work and problem
solving
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
Total Hours Hours/week
Students have weekly voluntary
support through instructor’s office
hours (6 hours availability)
The main aims of this course unit are to:
Acquire knowledge of the basics of mathematical analysis;
Acquire knowledge of real functions of one real variable;
Understand and apply theoretical development of differential and integral calculus;
Understand the main ideas of numerical analysis and deal with some simple numerical
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
methods;
Understand the basic concepts of ordinary differential equations and solve some simple first
order differential equations;
Solve and interpret real problems.
At the end of this course unit the learner is expected to be able:
To explain the concepts, discuss and present each problem solution in an appropriate way;
To solve practical problems with an increasing autonomy, using the subjects treated in the
classroom and other related topics;
To find and select relevant information from different sources such as monographs textbooks
and the web.
Rodrigues, R.C., Notas teóricas e exercícios de análise matemática, DFM, ISEC, 2008.
Anton, H., Cálculo - um novo horizonte, vol. 1, 3ª Edição, Bookman, 2000.
Apostol, T.M., Calculus, vol. I, 2th Edition, John Wiley & Sons, 1967.
Azenha, A., Jerónimo, M.A., Cálculo diferencial e integral em R e Rn, McGraw-Hill, 1995.
Guidorizzi , H.L., Um curso de cálculo, vol. 1, 3ª Edição, Livros técnicos e científicos, 1999.
Larson, R., Hostetler, R. P., Edwards, B.H., Cálculo com aplicações, vol. 1, 3ª Edição, McGrawHill, 1998.
Final written exam (100%).
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Title
Linear Algebra
Scientific Area:
Mathematics
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Academic Year:
912302
Term/Semester: 1st/1st
ECTS:
5
Department:
Department of Physics and Mathematics
Study plan:
Matrices and Linear Systems: introduction; matrix operations and their properties; row
echelon form and rank; classification and geometry of linear systems; Gaussian elimination;
homogeneous systems; matrix inversion: Gauss-Jordan method.
Linear Spaces: definition, examples and Properties; Subspaces; Linear combinations; Linear
expansion; Linear independence; Basis and dimension.
Determinants: definition and properties; adjunct matrix and the inverse; applications to
Cryptography.
Eigenvalues and Eigenvalues: eigenvectors and their properties; diagonalization; CayleyHamilton Theorem.
Language
Portuguese / Tutorial support in English
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
28
2
Lectures
TheoreticalPractical
28
2
Solving problems
Practical:
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
The main aims of this course unit are to:
Perform basic matrix operations.
Compute matrix determinants, eigenvalues and eigenvectors.
Understand and apply concepts related to vector spaces and linear transformations.
Solve and interpret linear systems using matrix theory.
Understand the importance of linear algebra and analytic geometry in computer science
engineering.
Recognize the importance of the algorithms in linear algebra.
Solve real problems which are modelled by matrices and systems.
Generic
At the end of this course unit the learner is expected to be able to:
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Develop algorithms using a logical and structured reasoning.
Solve basis mathematic problems.
Compare, with criticism, the results obtained by analytical means with the ones obtained by
computational means.
Select appropriately the accessible information (from monographs, textbooks, web …).
Expose, using documents, the solution problems in a clear and simple way.
Bibliography:
Progress:
Explain the concepts and solution problems in an appropriate way.
Solve practical problems with autonomy using, not only the subjects treated in the class, but
also other related topics.
Caridade CMR., Apontamentos de Álgebra Linear, DFM, ISEC, 2008;
Kolman B, Hill DR, Introductory Linear Algebra – an applied first course, 8th Ed., PearsonPrentice Hall, 2005;
Leon SJ, Ágebra Linear com Aplicações, 4th Ed., Livros Técnicos e científicos, Rio de Janeiro,
1999;
Magalhães, LT, Álgebra Linear: como Introdução a Matemática Aplicada, Texto Editora, 1993;
Meyer CD, Matrix Analysis and Applied Linear Algebra, SIAM, Philadelphia, 2000.
Continous evaluation: 2 short written tests (75%+25%). If the continous evaluation grade is
less than 9.5, the students can do a final written exam (100%).
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Title:
Introduction to Programming
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912306
Year /Semester:
1st / 1st
ECTS:
5
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Study plan:
Matlab basics: matlab windows; command window; variables; numbers and formats;
expressions; vectors and matrices; bult-in functions.
Programming in Matlab: relational and logical operators; loops – for and while; conditional
statements – if and switch case; M-files – scripts and functions; function files; local and global
variables; inline functions.
Importing and exporting Data.
Plotting functions.
Portuguese / Tutorial support in English
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Theoretical
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
14
1
Lectures
42
3
Problem solving and laboratory
work
TheoreticalPractical
Practical
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
The main aims of this course unit are:
To give students the opportunity to be aware of the essential concepts to construct
algorithms, which enable them to solve a variety of problems. The programming language that
is going to be used is Matlab, which will be used to develop and test programs.
At the end of this course unit the learner is expected to be able:
To use computer science as an analysis and resolution tool of problems in the Mechanical
Engineering field.
To solve problems with efficient implementations.
Morais, V.D., Vieira, C.R., Matlab 7 & 6 Curso Completo, Ed. FCA, 2006
Vieira, J.M.N., Matlab num Instante, University of Aveiro, 2004
Gilat, A., Matlab com Aplicações em Engenharia, Ed. Artmed S. A., 2006
Chapman, S.J., Matlab Programming for Engineers, 4e, Thomson Engineering, 2008
Marques, J.A.C., Sebenta de Introdução à Programação, ISEC, 2009
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Progress
assessment:
Continuous evaluation with two tests (50% each)
or
Final written exam (100%).
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Title
Applied Physics
Scientific Area:
Physics
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912303
Year/Semester:
1st / 1st
ECTS:
5
Department:
Physics and Mathematics
Study plan:
Rigid Body: 1) Kinematics; 2) Dynamics; 3) Work and Energy
Language
Portuguese / Tutorial support in English
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
28
2
Lectures
Practical:
14
1
Laboratory work
TheoreticalPractical
14
1
Problem solving
Learning
objectives:
This curricular unit aims to give the student the fundamentals on Applied Mechanics. The
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Movement analysis of rigid-body-based gears.
Bibliography:
James Merian, - Dinâmica, LTC - Livros Técnicos e Científicos, 1994
Ferdinand Singer- Mecânica para Engenheiros - Dinâmica, Editora Harper & Row do Brasil,
1982
Bedford & Fowler, Dynamics, Engineering Mechanics, Prentice Hall, 4th edition, 2004
Russell Hibbeler, Principles of Dynamics, Prentice Hall, 10th Edition, 2005
The evaluation comprehends:
Laboratory work (20%), final exam (80%)
Or
Laboratory work (20%), two interim tests (80%)
Progress
assessment:
students are introduced to the analysis of rigid body based gears movements.
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Title:
Chemistry
Scientific Area:
Chemical Engineering
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912304
Year /Semester:
1st / 1st
ECTS:
4
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Study plan:
Electronic structures of atoms and periodic table: characteristics of electromagnetic radiation;
photoeclectric effect; the Bohr model of the hydrogen atom; wave-particle duality of matter;
quantum numbers and atomic orbitals; the electron configurations of atoms; the development
of the periodic table; the periodicity of atomic properties.
Chemical bonds and molecular structure: chemical bonds; Lewis structures; exceptions to the
octet rule; ionic versus covalent bonds; the VSEPR model; valence-bond theory.
Intermolecular forces: molecular kinetic theory of liquids and solids; dipole-dipole forces; iondipole forces; London forces; hydrogen bonding; liquid structure; phase diagrams.
Chemical reactions: balancing chemical equations; mass relationships in chemical reactions;
stoichiometry; limiting reactants and reaction yield; properties of compounds in aqueous
solution; precipitation reactions; acid-base reactions; oxidation-reduction reactions; physical
and chemical properties of solutions.
The Properties of Gases: gas pressure; the gas laws; the ideal gas law ; gas mixtures and partial
pressure; the kinetic molecular theory of gases; deviations from ideal behaviour.
Chemical Equilibria: reaction at equilibrium; equilibrium constants; the response of equilibria
to changes in condition; the solubility equilibria; the common-ion effect and solubility.
Thermodynamics: the first law; system, states and energy; enthalpy of a chemical change;
measuring heat transfer; entropy; global change in entropy; second law of thermodynamics;
fhird law of thermodynamics; free energy.
Electrochemistry: balancing redox equations; galvanic cells; ref. electrode and standard
reduction potential; cell potential and reaction’s free energy; electrochemical series; standard
potentials - equilibrium constants; the Nernst equation; practical cells; corrosion; electrolysis.
Portuguese / Tutorial support in English
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
14
1
Lectures
TheoreticalPractical
26
2
Problem solving
Practical
Tutorial
guidance
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Learning
objectives:
Generic learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
The objectives defined for this course is naturally related to the role of Chemistry, which is at a
time fundamental and of pedagogical support. The approach and development refers to the
specific level of the students’ knowledge, and has in view the applicability of chemistry to the
study of mechanical engineering. The aim is to give students an overview of the basics of
chemistry underlying the transformations and the characterization of matter and of the
structures it forms.
At the end, students should be able to:
- Solve simple physicochemical problems using the appropriate formulas without difficulties in
what units, concentrations, reactions yields or phase changes are concerned.
- Identify, interpret and be able to communicate the relationship between the microstructure
and the properties of materials;
- Approach, interpret and solve problems involving physical and chemical homogeneous or
heterogeneous systems;
- Predict the evolution of chemical systems based on thermodynamical data;
- Interpret and communicate the mechanisms involved in the deterioration of metals by
electrochemical processes;
- Complement and consolidate the knowledge of the subjects covered in the course, being
able to access new knowledge through the use of library materials, databases, internet, etc.
Chang, R., Química Geral – Conceitos Essenciais, 4th Edition, McGraw-Hill, 2007.
Atkins, P., Jones, L., Chemical Principles: The Quest for Insight, 3rd Edition, W.F. Freeman and
Company, 2005.
Kotz, J.C., Treichel, P. Jr., Chemistry and Chemical Reactivity, 4th Edition, Saunders College
Publishing, 1999.
Atkins, P., Jones, L., Chemistry - Molecules, Matter and Change Principles: The Quest for
Insight, 3rd Edition, W.F. Freeman and Company, 1997
Atkins, P., The Elements of Physical Chemistry, 3rd Edition, Oxford University Press,
2001.
Students attending at least 75% of theoretical lectures and theoretical-practical classes have a
"continuous” component in their evaluation consisting of three short tests (ca. 30 minutes)
during the “theoretical-practical” classes.
The final grade is calculated as follows: The three tests are worth 25% of the final grade (5
points out of 20) and the final exam is worth 75% of the final grade (15 points out of 20).
The remaining students just have the final examination, in which they are required to obtain at
least 47.5% (9.50 out of 20 points).
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
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Title:
Applied Mechanics
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912310
Year /Semester:
1st / 2nd
ECTS:
5
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Study plan:
Force systems: type of forces; principles of statics; moment of a force; moment of a force
about an axis; moment and force coordinates; couples; physical concept of moment;
properties and coordinates of force systems; principle of moments- Varignon’s theorem.
Equilibrium of a rigid body: equations of equilibrium; free-body diagrams; type of connections
and reactions; equilibrium in two dimensions; equilibrium in three dimensions.
Structural lattice truss systems: simple trusses; planar trusses; classification of reticular
systems; determinacy and stability; method of joints; method of sections; zero force members;
space trusses.
Friction: Introduction; angles of friction; coefficients of friction; characteristics of dry friction;
wedges; square-thread power screws; journal bearings-friction on shafts; friction on collar
bearings and disks; rolling resistance-friction on wheels; friction on belts.
Mass geometry: centre of gravity; centre of gravity of areas and line segments; centre of
gravity of composite areas; theorems of Pappus and Guldinus; centre of gravity of volumes;
definition of moment of inertia; radius of gyration of an area; parallel-axis theorem-Steiner’s
theorem; moments of inertia for composite areas; product of inertia for an area; Mohr´s circle
for moments of inertia; principal axis and principal inertia moments; mass moments of inertia.
Language:
Portuguese / Tutorial support in English
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
28
2
Lectures
TheoreticalPractical
28
2
Problem solving
Practical
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
The main aims of this course unit are:
To acquire the fundamental concepts and tools in the context of applied physics to
Engineering, particularly in the field of statics.
To introduce the preparatory basic content for other course units, namely for Strength of
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Materials and Machine Elements.
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
At the end of this course unit the learner is expected to be able:
To perform free-body diagrams of a rigid body subjected to several force systems.
To apply the equilibrium equations.
To apply the method of sections in the design of structural planar trusses.
To analyse friction in several machine elements.
To calculate gravity centres of line segments, areas and volumes.
To determine moments of inertia, products of inertia, principal axis and principal inertia
moments for areas.
Beer, F., Johnston, R. Jr., Eisenberg, E., Mecânica Vectorial para Engenheiros – Estática, 7.ª
edição, McGraw-Hill, Portugal, 2006. ISBN 804-45-2.
Meriam, J., Estática, 2.ª edição, LTC - Livros Técnicos e Científicos, 1994.
Shigley, J.E., Mischke, C.R., Mechanical Engineering Design, 5th Edition, McGraw-Hill, 1989.
Muvdi, B., Al-Khafaji, A., McNabb, J., Statics for Engineers, Springer-Verlag, New York, 1997,
ISBN 0-387-94779-5.
Bedford, A., Fowler, W.T., Engineering Mechanics - Statics, Addison-Wesley, 1997.
Final written exam (100%).
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Title:
Thermodynamics
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912309
Year /Semester:
1st / 2nd
ECTS:
6
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Study plan:
Introduction and basic concepts: application areas of thermodynamics, systems and control
volumes, properties of a system, state and equilibrium processes and cycles.
Energy conversion and general energy analysis: introduction, forms of energy, energy transfer
by heat, energy transfer by work, mechanical forms of work, the first law of thermodynamics.
Properties of pure substances: pure substance, phases of a pure substance, phase-change
processes of pure substances, property diagrams for phase-change processes, property tables,
the ideal-gas equation of state, compressibility factor, other equations of state.
Energy analysis of closed systems: moving boundary work, energy balance for closed systems,
specific heats, internal energy, enthalpy, specific heats of ideal gases, solids and liquids.
Mass and energy analysis of control volumes: conservation of mass, flow work and the energy
of a flowing fluid, energy analysis of steady-flow systems, some steady-flow engineering
devices, energy analysis of unsteady-flow processes.
The second law of thermodynamics: introduction to the second law, thermal energy
reservoirs, heat engines, refrigerators and heat pumps, perpetual-motion machines, reversible
and irreversible processes, the Carnot cycle, the Carnot principles.
Entropy: the increase of entropy principle, entropy change of pure substances, isentropic
processes, property diagrams involving entropy, entropy change of liquids, solids and ideal
gases.
Theoretical-practical: SI units, measurements systems, resolution of theoretical-practical
exercises.
Portuguese / Tutorial support in English
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Theoretical
28
2
Lectures
TheoreticalPractical
28
2
Problem solving
Practical
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
Comments
The main aims of this course unit are:
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objectives:
To give a good scientific training in the area of thermal engineering.
To study the constructive details and working principles of several thermal machines.
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
At the end of this course unit the learner is expected to be able:
To know, understand and apply the laws of thermodynamics.
To understand the working principle and to be able to in general, install, operate and carry out
maintenance of thermal machines.
Çengel, Y.A.; Boles, M.A., Termodinâmica, McGraw-Hill, 2007, ISBN: 85-86804-66-5.
Çengel, Y. A.; Boles, M.A., Thermodynamics - an engineering approach, McGraw-Hill.
Moran, M. J., Shapiro, H.N., Fundamentals of Engineering Thermodynamics, John Wiley &
Sons, USA.
Final written exam (100%).
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Title:
Technical English
Scientific Area:
Humanities
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912312
Year /Semester:
1st / 2nd
ECTS:
3
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Study plan:
Language: Grammar revisions such as the tense system, spelling rules, question form, among
other language features according to students’ needs and difficulties.
Technical Language: Sub-technical terms and common non-technical lexis, syntax, linking
expressions and words, word formation (suffixes and prefixes), grammar links, phrasal verbs,
expressions to describe reason and contrast and verb-noun-adjective changes.
Technical Vocabulary: Specific technical lexis related to mechanical engineering including
materials engineering, mechanisms, gears, air-conditioning and refrigeration, forces in
engineering, internal combustion engine, corrosion and computer science.
Reading Comprehension: Scientific literature, graphs and tables and understanding unknown
vocabulary.
Listening Comprehension: Lectures and Interviews
Writing Skill: Genres including description and explanation of cycles and processes, letter of
presentation and translation Portuguese to English (simple sentence).
Oral Skill: Pronunciation practice through oral drills, introducing and presenting oneself, an
oral presentation about a technical topic and general class discussions.
English
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
TheoreticalPractical
2 hrs / week
Lectures, Problem solving and
intense pronunciation practice
through oral drills
Practical
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
The main aims of this course unit are:
To focus on the technical language concerned with the mechanical engineering scientific area;
To consolidate already learnt English knowledge so as to further strengthen students’
language basic structure;
To improve the four language skills at both general and technical levels.
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Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
At the end of this course unit the learner is expected to be able:
To feel more confident and at ease with the language, namely at the technical level;
To present orally a topic related to the student’s area of specialization.
To be autonomous in the receptive skills regarding technical literature students will come
across in their future careers.
Since some details of lesson materials are adjusted according to students’ specific needs and
difficulties, most handouts are provided on a lesson-to-lesson basis.
Also, there is a set of lecture notes at the school photocopy centre with technical readings
from prior exams which are used for practical exercises during lessons.
Final written exam (80%); Oral presentation (20%). Each assessment component described is
mandatory for full completion of subject.
or
Continuous evaluation: 3 written tests with a required minimum of 7 points on a scale of 20
(70%); oral presentation of a technical topic (15%); class participation (15%). Those who opt
for this means of evaluation must attend at least 75% of all lessons. Each assessment
component described is mandatory for full completion of subject.
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Title:
Mechanical Engineering Drawing
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912311
Year /Semester:
1st / 2nd
ECTS:
5
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Study plan:
Standardization in mechanical engineering drawing - Mechanical components for general use:
screw threads, bolts, screws and nuts, washers, pins, circlips and retaining rings, rivets,
welding, shafts, splines, keys and keyways, rolling bearings, springs and gears.
Dimensional tolerances: International Tolerance System; type of standardized fits; Method of
indicating dimensional tolerances on drawings.
Geometrical tolerances: Geometrical tolerances principles; Symbols for tolerances of shape,
orientation, position and run-out; Method of indicating geometrical tolerances on drawings.
Assembly drawings: assembly drawing in orthographic representation; item lists; standardized
mechanical components.
Parametric Modeling: drawing of the 2D parts sketches; relations between entities; creation of
3D parts; sheet metal; assembled parts modeling; drawings of individual parts and assemblies;
dimensioning; import of normalized parts; animation; presentations.
Portuguese / Tutorial support in English
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
TheoreticalPractical
28
2
Lectures and practical exercises
Practical
42
3
Practical exercises and laboratory
work
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
Generic
The main aims of this course unit are:
To improve spatial visualization, the standardization concepts in mechanical engineering
drawing, and students’ technical communication skills.
To develop the capability to read and understand the representation of mechanical
component assemblies in all aspects regarding its functional conditions, through the execution
of drawings which completely fulfill the specified functionalities.
To transmit to the students the capacity of defining individual parts and assemblies using a
computer aided design (CAD) software package.
At the end of this course unit the learner is expected to be able to:
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outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
Make complete drawings which apply to functional relationships of parts and assemblies with
manufacturing process.
Read and interpretate mechanical assembly drawings, according to functional considerations.
Create three dimensional parts and assemblies by means of a computerized tool and the
conversion of 3D models in 2 dimensional drawings, in accordance with the existing technical
normative.
Silva, A., Ribeiro, C., Dias, J., Sousa, L., Desenho Técnico Moderno, Ed. FCA, 2008
Morais, J.M.S., Desenho Básico, Porto Editora, 2007
Cunha, L.V., Desenho Técnico, Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian, 2000
Costa, A., Autodesk Inventor, Ed. FCA, 2009
Continuous evaluation with two tests
or
final written exam (100%).
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Title:
Mathematical Analysis II
Scientific Area:
Mathematics
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912308
Year /Semester:
1st / 2nd
ECTS:
6
Department:
Department of Physics and Mathematics
Study plan:
Differential Calculus in R^n: functions of several variables; domain, limits and continuity;
partial derivatives; total differential; the chain rule; directional derivative and gradient;
differential and linear approximation; extrema and Lagrange multipliers.
Multiple integration: double and triple integrals; cartesian, polar, spherical and cylindrical
coordinates; applications to the calculus of areas, volumes of solids and center of mass.
Numerical Series: definition and convergence of series; geometric al, Mengoli and Dirichlet
series; convergence criteria.
Portuguese / Tutorial support in English
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
28
2
Lectures
TheoreticalPractical
28
2
Problem solving
1
14
Problem solving with mathematical
software (e.g., Matlab)
Practical
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
The main aims of this course unit are:
To help students to develop problem solving and critical reasoning skills and prepare them to
further study in engineering.
To understand the statements and use the results of differential and integral calculus,
according to the subjects of the study plan;
To use mathematical software (e.g., Matlab) to solve problems in several variables;
To supply students with basic concepts in numerical series;
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
At the end of this course unit the learner is expected to be able:
To solve calculus problems in several variables;
To use double and triple integrals to compute areas, volumes and center of mass;
To realize which system of coordinates is more convenient to use to describe a physical
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situation;
To use computers to enhance visualization and solve calculus problems in several variables;
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
To solve elementary problems involving numerical series.
H. Anton, Cálculo - um novo horizonte, Volume 2, Bookman, 1999.
J. Cardoso and A. Loureiro, Cálculo Diferencial e Integral em R^n, DFM, ISEC, 2008.
S. Grossman, Calculus, Saunders HBJ, 1992.
R. Larson, R. P. Hostetler and B. H. Edwards, Cálculo, Volume 2, McGraw-Hill, 8ªEd, 2006.
G. B. Thomas, M.D. Finney, F.R. Weir and F.R. Giordano, Cálculo, Volume 2, Addison Wesley,
2003
Assessment can be either continuous or by a final exam during the 1st or 2nd exams’ period.
Continuous assessment consists of one midterm test (50%) and a final test (50%).
Alternatively, or in the case the student did not succeed by means of continuous evaluation,
the assessment is made through a final examination (100%). Successful continuous assessment
requires a minimum of 7.5 in each test.
Each test has a theoretical & practical component (80%) and a lab component (20%).
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Title:
Fundamentals of Materials Science
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912308
Year/Semester:
1st / 2nd
ECTS:
5
Department:
Study plan:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Introduction to materials: materials and engineering; materials science and engineering;
classes of materials and their main properties - metallic materials, polymeric materials,
ceramic materials, composite materials, electronic materials; competition among materials
and future trends; criteria for materials selection.
Mechanical properties of materials: stress and strain; elastic and plastic deformation; tensile
test; hardness tests; fracture of materials; impact tests and fracture toughness tests. Physical
and chemical properties of materials.
Structure of materials: atomic structure and chemical bonds; influence of the type of chemical
bond on the structure and properties of materials; crystalline and amorphous solids; crystal
structure; structure of metals; structure of ceramics; structure of polymers; imperfections in
crystalline solids.
Solidification: stages of solidification; homogeneous and heterogeneous nucleation; growth of
crystals and formation of grain structure.
Diffusion in solids: diffusion mechanisms; steady-state and non-steady-state diffusion; factors
that influence diffusion; applications of diffusion processes.
Metal alloy phase diagrams: concepts of metal alloy, phase and microstructure; types of
phases in metal alloys; Gibbs phase rule; binary isomorphous systems; rules for the
interpretation of binary phase diagrams; binary eutectic systems; binary peritectic systems;
binary monotectic systems; binary systems with intermediate phases; phase transformations
in solid state.
Portuguese / Tutorial support in English
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
28
2
Lectures
TheoreticalPractical
14
1
Resolution of exercises
Practical
14
1
Laboratory classes
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
The main objectives of this course unit are:
To familiarise the students with different types of engineering materials;
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Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
To provide basic knowledge in materials science, necessary to understand the relationships
between composition, structure and properties of materials;
To introduce the students to experimental methods commonly used in the evaluation of
mechanical properties of materials.
Upon completion of this unit, the students should be able to:
Know a wide range of engineering materials and their classification;
Describe the structure and general properties of the main classes of materials;
Understand fundamental aspects of the relationships between composition, structure and
properties of materials;
Perform tests to evaluate mechanical properties of materials and interpret their results.
Smith WF, Princípios de Ciência e Engenharia dos Materiais. McGraw-Hill, Portugal, 1998, ISBN
972-8298-68-4
Callister Jr, William D, Materials Science and Engineering - An Introduction. John Wiley & Sons,
New York, 2003, ISBN 0-471-22471-5
Askeland DR, The Science and Engineering of Materials. PWS Publishing, Boston, 1994,
ISBN 0-534-93423-4
Dorlot JM, Baïlou JP, Masounave J, Des Matériaux. Éd. de L'École Polytechnique de Montréal,
1986, ISBN 2-553-0176-2
Kurz W, Mercier JP, Zambélli G, Introduction à la Science des Matériaux. Presses
Polytechniques et Universitaires Romandes, Lausanne, 1991, ISBN 2-88074-216-1
Baptista JL, Silva RF, Diagramas de Fases. Universidade de Aveiro, 1998, ISBN 972-8021-72-0
Final written exam (100%).
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Title:
Strength of Materials I
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912315
Year /Semester:
2nd / 1st
ECTS:
5
Department:
Study plan:
Mechanical Engineering
General information: Theory of the strength of materials. Prismatic bars. Stresses on a
transverse section of a prismatic bar.
Tensile strength: tension under uniaxial loading. Normal tension. Stress distributions along a
tensile bar. Saint-Venant’s Principle. Elongations. Hooke’s law. Normal stresses diagrams.
Measurements. Tension variation according to direction. Shear stress. Mohr’s Circle.
Transverse strain. Poisson’s Coefficient. Transverse forces applied to a prismatic bar Tension
under biaxial loading. Deformation angle. Transversal elasticity module.
Electric Extensometers: Basic concepts. Different types of extensometers. Extensometer
selection. Normal procedures in the use of an extensometer. Measuring deformation of bars
under stress. Examples.
Torsion: Torsion moment. Torsion moment diagram. Stress and rotations of circular sections.
Torsion of a prismatic bar. Calculations.
Language:
Portuguese / Tutorial support in English
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
Comments
Theoretical
28
2
Lectures
TheoreticalPractical
14
1
Lectures and/or Problem solving
Practical
14
1
Problem solving and/or project
and/or laboratory work
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
Total Hours Hours/week
Project,…
The aim of this unit is to give students effective and simple methods for calculating basic
structural elements.
On successfully completing this course unit, students will be able to:
Recall the principal laws of material behaviour under stress and the factors leading to failure of
materials.
Solve simple problems regarding mechanical components of plane structures.
Féodosiev, V. - Resistência dos Materiais, Edições Lopes da Silva
Timosenko and Gere - Mecânica dos Sólidos, Livros Técnicos e Científicos Editora, 2005
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Progress
assessment:
Beer, F. P., Johnston, R. and DeWolf - Resistência dos Materiais, McGraw-Hilll, 2003
Miroliúbov, I. - Problemas de Resistência de Materiais, Editorial MIR Moscú, 1975
The assessment of students will be performed as follows:
- Written examination (on the contents presented during lectures and practical contents
acquired during laboratory work)
- Report on laboratory exercises
Both the written examination and the lab report will be graded on a scale from 0 to 20. 80% of
the final mark will be based on the written examination and 20% on the lab Report.
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Title:
Statistical Methods
Scientific Area:
Mathematics
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912313
Year /Semester:
2nd / 1st
ECTS:
4
Department:
Study plan:
Department of Physics and Mathematics
Probability Theory. Discrete Random Variables and Discrete Distributions. Continuous Random
Variables and Continuous Distributions. Central Limit Theorem. Sampling Distributions and
Point Estimation of Parameters. Interval Estimation of Parameters.
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Portuguese / Tutorial support in English
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
28
2
Lectures
TheoreticalPractical
14
1
Problem solving
Practical
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Learn the basic concepts in Probability Theory and Statistics, understanding the language and
rules inherent to them.
Identify techniques that enable the statistical treatment of data and, if necessary, perform
statistical inference through, eventually, statistical software
Bibliography:
Pedrosa, A.C., Gama, S. M. A. – Introdução Computacional à Probabilidade e Estatística, Porto
Editora
Bowker and Lieberman - Engineering Statistics, Prentice Hall
Guimarães, Rui C. & Cabral, José A. S. - Estatística, Mc Graw Hill
Murteira, Bento et all – Introdução à Estatística, Mc Graw-Hill
Progress
assessment:
Three partial tests or final exam.
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Title:
Fluid Mechanics
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912316
Year /Semester:
2nd / 1st
ECTS:
5
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Study plan:
Introduction: Fluids, significance of fluid flow, trends in fluid flow.
Fluid Properties: Basic units, proprieties involving the mass or weight of de fluid, viscosity,
surface tension, vapor pressure.
Fluid Statics: Pressure, pressure variation with elevation, pressure measurement, hydrostatic
forces on plane surfaces, hydrostatic forces on curve surfaces.
Elementary Fluid Dynamics: Rate of flow, acceleration, continuity equation, pressure variation
in flowing fluids, Bernoulli equation, static, stagnation, dynamic and total pressure, application
of the Bernoulli equation, simplified forms of the energy equation, concept of the hydraulic
and energy grade lines.
Flow in Conduits: Shear-stress distribution across a pipe section, laminar flow in pipes,
criterion for laminar or turbulent flow in a pipe, turbulent flow in pipes, flow at pipe inlet and
losses from fitting, pipe systems, turbulent flow in noncircular conduits.
Flow Measurements: Instruments and procedures for the measurement of velocity, pressure
and flow rate, accuracy of measurements.
Portuguese / Tutorial support in English
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
28
2
Lectures
TheoreticalPractical
14
1
Problem solving
Practical
14
1
Laboratory work
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
The main aims of this course unit are to:
Provide a basic understanding of the fundamental laws of fluid mechanics and the ability to
use them in solving a range of simple engineering problems.
Reinforce lecture material and to provide experience of relevant measuring techniques
through laboratory work.
Generic
At the end of this course unit the learner is expected to be able to:
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learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
Define the principal properties of fluids, the pressure, flow, stress and strain rate parameters
of fluid mechanics, and the principles of equilibrium and mass conservation which relate to
them.
Apply the basic concepts and principles of fluid mechanics to the solution of simple problems
involving fluids.
L. A. Oliveira e A. G. Lopes, Mecânica dos Fluidos, Lidel, 2006.
White, F. M., Fluid Mechanics, International Student Edition, McGraw Hill, 1979.
Mendes, J.F.M., Apontamentos Teóricos de Mecânica dos Fluidos, I.S.E.C., Coimbra, 2005.
Mendes J.F.M., Problemas de Mecânica dos Fluidos, I.S.E.C., Coimbra, 2006.
Final written exam (100%).
or
Continuous evaluation: short tests.
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Title:
Engineering Materials
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912314
Year/Semester:
2nd / 1st
ECTS:
6
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Study plan:
Production of iron and steel: raw materials; production of pig iron in the blast furnace;
steelmaking and processing.
Iron-carbon alloy system: crystal structures and properties of iron; carbon solubility in iron;
influence of carbon on the transformation temperatures of iron; stable and metastable ironcarbon phase diagrams; microstructures of iron-carbon alloys.
Classification of steels: classification according to chemical composition - non-alloy and alloy
steels; classification according to quality, carbon content, strength and purpose.
Non-alloy steels: critical transformation temperatures; diffusion controlled transformation of
austenite; martensitic transformation; bainitic transformation; mechanical properties of steel
constituents; relations between steel microstructure and mechanical properties.
Alloy steels: purpose of alloying elements; distribution o alloying elements in steels; effects of
alloying elements on the iron-carbon phase diagram; influence of alloying elements on steel
microstructure.
Heat treatment of steels: austenite transformation diagrams; annealing; normalising; quench
hardening;; tempering; austempering and martempering; surface hardening - flame and
induction hardening, nitriding and carbonitriding.
Cast irons: chemical composition; concept of carbon equivalent; graphite forms; effect of
graphite form on mechanical properties of cast irons; white cast irons; grey cast irons; nodular
cast irons; malleable cast irons.
Non-ferrous metals and alloys: copper and copper alloys; aluminium and aluminium alloys;
zinc and zinc alloys; nickel and nickel alloys; magnesium and magnesium alloys; titanium and
titanium alloys.
Introduction to metallography: metallographic sample preparation; microstructural
examination of steels and cast irons; quantitative metallography.
Polymeric materials: classes of polymeric materials; polymerisation reactions; structure of
polymeric materials; mechanical behaviour of polymeric materials; properties and applications
of thermoplastics, thermosets and elastomers; processing of polymeric materials.
Ceramic materials: classes of ceramic materials; structure of ceramic materials; properties and
applications of traditional ceramics, technical ceramics and glasses; processing of ceramic
materials.
Composite materials: classes of composite materials; fibre reinforced polymer matrix
composites - properties, applications and processing; metal matrix and ceramic matrix
composites.
Portuguese / Tutorial support in English
Language:
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Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
28
2
Lectures
TheoreticalPractical
14
1
Resolution of exercises
Practical
28
2
Laboratory sessions
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
The main objectives of this course unit are:
To enhance knowledge about the composition, structure, properties, applications and
processing of different engineering materials;
To provide hands-on experience in the use of metallographic techniques and interpretation of
microstructures.
The completion of this unit will enable students to achieve, or help them to accomplish, the
following outcomes:
Ability to describe and understand the structure, specific properties, potential applications and
processing methods of common engineering materials;
Ability to perform different heat treatments and understand their effects;
Ability to use experimental techniques for the characterisation of materials;
Ability to analyse, discuss and report experimental results;
Ability to search, select, organise and communicate information;
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
Ability to work in small groups.
Barralis J, Maeder G, Prontuário de Metalurgia. Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian, Lisboa, 2005,
ISBN 972-31-1106-3
Seabra AV, Metalurgia Geral. Vol. II, Vol. III, Laboratório Nacional de Engenharia Civil, Lisboa,
1995
Soares P, Aços - Características e Tratamentos. Ed. Livraria LivroLuz, Porto, 1992
Smith WF, Princípios de Ciência e Engenharia dos Materiais. McGraw-Hill, Portugal, 1998, ISBN
972-8298-68-4
Callister Jr, William D, Materials Science and Engineering - An Introduction. John Wiley & Sons,
New York, 2003, ISBN 0-471-22471-5
Dorlot JM, Baïlou JP, Masounave J, Des Matériaux. Éd. de L'École Polytechnique de Montréal,
1986, ISBN 2-553-0176-2
Final written exam (70%);
Laboratory work (15%);
Oral presentation of a bibliographic research work (15%)
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
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Title:
Electronics
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Academic Year:
912318
Year /Semester:
2nd / 1st
ECTS:
5
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Study plan:
Introduction and definitions. Electric energy chain: production, transport and distribution.
Electric circuit. Electric charge. Conductive and insulators materials. Electric parameters and
measurement: electrical potential difference, voltage, current and electric resistance. Ohm’s
Law. Joule’s Law. Losses and efficiency. Electric current effects.
Direct current. Series, parallel and mixed association of sources and receivers. Main analysis
circuits laws and theorems: Generalized Ohm’s Law; Kirchhoff’s Laws; Network theorems of
linearity, superposition, and the network theorems of Thévenin and Norton.
Alternative current. Alternating current effects. Sinusoidal single-phase alternative current.
Mean and root mean square electric values. Mathematical and vetorial representation. Purely
resistive, inductive and capacitive circuits. Mixed series and parallel circuits: R-L, R-C, R-L-C.
Series and parallel resonance. Impedance concept and association of impedances. True,
reactive and total electric power. Power factor compensation.
Three-phase systems. Simple and composed voltages. Wye and delta connections. Principal’s
characteristics. Wye-delta equivalence. Power in three-phase systems. Power in one phase
and total power. Power factor compensation in balanced three-phase systems.
Electric motors. Motors classification. Main characteristics and field of application of the
several types of motors. Outburst types. Direct and pull wye-delta outburst.
Project of electrical distribution systems. Electric cables. Command, regulative and protective
devices. Command and power circuits.
Language:
Portuguese and English
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Theoretical
28
2
Lectures
TheoreticalPractical
14
1
Lectures and/or Problem solving
Practical
14
1
Problem solving and/or laboratory
work
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
Comments
The main aims of this course unit are:
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
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objectives:
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
To understand electric circuits analysis basic concepts.
To determine electric parameters in direct current, in single- and in three-phase alternative
current circuits.
To know and use electric parameters measure instruments, and choose equipments according
to their electric characteristics.
At the end of this course unit the learner is expected to be able to:
Design and create projects, as well as install and operate electric circuits and systems.
Understand and know how to use electric parameter measure instrumentation.
Rizzoni, G, Principles and Applications of Electrical Engineering, McGraw-Hill, 2000, ISBN 0-07118452-X;
Dorf, RC, The Electrical Engineering Handbook, CRC Press LLC, 2000;
Bessonov, Electricidade Aplicada para Engenheiros, Lopes da Silva, Porto, 1977;
Gussow, M, Electricidade Básica, Schaum McGraw-Hil, 1985, ISBN 0-07-450182-8;
Rodrigues, J, Electrotecnia – Corrente Contínua, Didáctica Editora, 1990, ISBN 972-650-187-3;
Rodrigues, J, Electrotecnia – Corrente Alternada, Didáctica Editora, 1990, ISBN 972-650-076-1;
Matias, J, Tecnologias da Electricidade; Didáctica Editora, 1997, ISBN 972-650-366-3.
Final written exam (100%).
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
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Title:
Mechanical Technology I
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912317
Year /Semester:
ECTS:
Department:
Study plan:
2st / 1st
5
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Language:
Portuguese / Tutorial support in English
Type of
instruction:
Learning
objectives:
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
Casting systems. Rolling mill, extrusion, drawing and deep drawing processes.
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
28
2
Lectures
TheoreticalPractical
28
1
Lectures and/or Problem solving
Practical
14
1
Laboratory work
Tutorial
guidance
-
-
-
The main aims of this course unit are:
To provide the students with necessary knowledge about operational features and practical
applications for each of the processes learnt.
At the end of this course unit the learner is expected to be able:
To understand the mechanisms that are part of the processes and mechanical technology and
to know how these processes should be selected, controlled and applied in each specific
situation.
Cappelo, E. Tecnologia de la Fundicion
Kalpakjian, S., Manufacturing Engineering Technology
Schey, J. A., Introduction to Manufacturing Processes
Laue, K. e Stenger, H., Extrusion
Lascoeo, O. D. Handbook of Fabrication Processes
Chiaverini, V., Tecnologia Mecânica
Final written exam (100%)
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
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Title:
Strength of Materials II
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912319
Year /Semester:
2nd / 2nd
ECTS:
5
Department:
Study plan:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Tensions due to blending: Normal stresses. Shear stresses. Case studies: rectangular sections,
circular sections and thin-walled tubular closed sections. Multiple bending. Plastic
deformations and rupture. Ultimate strength, yield strength, shear strength. Tensile standards
and load-bearing capacity of a steel structure according to the regulation for steel structures.
Bending capacity using asymmetric profiles.
Deformation by bending: Linear elasticity. Elastic constitutive equations. Calculation of the
elastic line. Deformation according to area and beams. Calculations according to charts.
Asymmetrical bending: Tensions. Neutral line.
Bending due to tensile strength: Tensions. Neutral line.
Bending and torsion: Case studies: rectangular sections, circular sections
Axial compression: Stability. Dimensioning. Bending due to compression.
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Portuguese / Tutorial support in English
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
28
2
Lectures
TheoreticalPractical
14
1
Lectures and/or Problem solving
Practical
14
1
Problem solving and/or project
and/or laboratory work
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
The aim of this unit is to give students effective and simple methods for calculating basic
structural elements.
On successfully completing this course unit, students will be able to:
Recall the principal laws of material behaviour under stress and the factors leading to failure of
materials.
Solve simple problems regarding mechanical components of plane structures.
Féodosiev, V. - Resistência dos Materiais, Edições Lopes da Silva
Timosenko and Gere - Mecânica dos Sólidos, Livros Técnicos e Científicos Editora, 2005
Beer, F. P., Johnston, R. and DeWolf - Resistência dos Materiais, McGraw-Hilll, 2003
Miroliúbov, I. - Problemas de Resistência de Materiais, Editorial MIR Moscú, 1975
The assessment of students will be performed as follows:
- Written examination (on the contents presented during lectures and practical contents
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acquired from laboratory works)
- Report on laboratory exercises
Both the written examination and the lab report will be graded on a scale from 0 to 20. 80% of
the final mark will be based on the written examination and 20% on the lab Report.
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Title:
Mechanical Technology II
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912321
Year /Semester:
2st / 2st
ECTS:
5
Department:
Study plan:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Welding technology - definitions. Welding machines. Electric arc welding process (MIG/MAG,
TIG, SAW, SER, Plasma Welding, Flux core Welding).
Laser welding, Electron beam welding and friction stir welding.
Thermal cut process. Welding Metallurgy – discuss and interpretation. Relation between
metallurgy and welding processes.
Portuguese / Tutorial support in English
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Learning
objectives:
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
14
2
Lectures
TheoreticalPractical
-
-
-
Practical
28
6
Laboratory work
Tutorial
guidance
-
-
-
The main aims of this course unit are:
To provide the students with necessary knowledge about principles of physics, operational
features and practical applications for each of the welding processes learnt.
At the end of this course unit the learner is expected to be able:
To understand the mechanisms that are part of the welding processes and thermal cutting and
know how these processes should be selected, controlled and applied in each specific situation
in the material joints.
To diagnose defects in welding processes and thermal cutting
To define all of the procedures to ensure necessary safety conditions and correct welding work
methods.
To identify the different welding defects and suggest methods to solve these.
Koch, H. Manual de la tecnologia de la soldadura eléctrica por arco, Reverté, Barcelona, 1965
Séférian, D. Las soldaduras, Urmo, Bilbao, 1977. ISBN: 84-314-0065-X
Richard, K. G. Joint preparations for fusion welding of steel , The welding Institute, Cambridge,
1976.
Sahling-Latzin, La técnica de la soldadura en la ingenieria de construcción , 1ª ed., Blume,
Madrid, 1970
Santos, Oliveira, J. F., Quintino, L., Processos de soldadura, Vol. I e II, Instituto de Soldadura e
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
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Progress
assessment:
Qualidade Lisboa, 1993. ISBN: 972-9228-17-5 (Vol. I) e ISBN: 972-9228-24-8 (Vol. II)
Rodrigues, Geometria da soldadura no processo MIG robotizado - Factores, FCTUC, Tese de
Mestrado, 1998
Final written exam (100%)
Licenciatura em Engenharia Electromecânica/
Degree in Electromechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
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Title:
Machining Processes
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912322
Year /Semester:
2nd / 2nd
ECTS:
5
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Study plan:
Introduction: purpose and need for machines tools; major technological procedures to obtain
blanks and finished pieces; Choice of machine tools.
The chip: performance of the machine tools; action and reaction of the tool; chip formation
and its types and forms; breaking chip.
The heat in the cutting work: heat generation and cutting temperature; lubrication and
cooling; cooling systems; lubricating fluids, their functions, classification and choice;
application of cutting fluids; general precautions.
The geometry of the tool: general concepts; surfaces and angles, their use, influence and
recommended values.
Tool materials: required properties; hardness; tenacity; carbon steel; HSS: influence of
composition and metallography, characteristics and use; Estelita; Carbides: development;
manufacture and properties; composition and use. Ceramic tools: development, manufacture
and properties, composition and use; Cermets; CNB. Coated tools.
Choose of the tool material: most requested properties; scope; Influence of the cutting
parameters; methodology and selection sequence.
Production, plotting and comparison, and measurement tools: study, implementation and use.
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Turning and milling machines: nomenclature; study; use and training.
CNC machine tools: advantages of CNC compared with conventional equipment; machining
cost according to the production; types of CNC machines; number of controlled axes;
controlled elements in milling machines and CNC lathes; accuracy, resolution and
repeatability; steps to perform the CNC machine; ISO programs and training with lathes and
milling machines.
Portuguese / Tutorial support in English
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
14
1
Lectures
TheoreticalPractical
14
1
Programming
Practical
42
3
Laboratory work
Tutorial
guidance
—
—
—
Licenciatura em Engenharia Electromecânica/
Degree in Electromechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
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Learning
objectives:
The main aims of this course unit are:
Knowledge of the process to gradually obtain pieces, starting from an initial form, raw or semi
finished until their final shape and dimensions with chip removal.
Contact with the different ways to do that in conventional and computerized machines.
Knowledge of tools and software.
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
At the end of this course unit is the learner is expected to be able:
To apply different machining processes involving conventional computerized equipment, tools,
cutting parameters and programming.
Davim, L. P. - Princípios da Maquinagem, Almedina, Coimbra, 1995. ISBN: 972-40-0878-9
Freire, J. M. – Tecnologia do Corte, Livros Técnicos e Científicos Editora, 1977
Walker, J. R.- Machining Fundamentals, The Goodheart – Willcox Company, Illiinois, USA,
1998. ISBN: 1-56637-403-0
Rossi, M. - Máquinas Herramientas Modernas, Editorial Cientifico-Medica, 1971
Ferraresi, D. - Fundamentos de Usinagem dos Metais, Editora Edgard Blücher, 1970
Relvas, C. – Controlo Numérico Computorizado, Edições Técnicas, Porto, Mar 200’0. ISBN:
9729579466
Casilhas, A. L. – Máquinas, Editor Mestre Jou – 1981
Gerling, H. - À volta da Máquina-Ferramenta, Editora Reverte, Lda
Catalogs of machine tools and cutting tools.
Final written exam (67%); Laboratory work (33%).
or
Continuous evaluation: short tests (67%); Laboratory work (33%).
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Title:
Hydraulic Machines
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912323
Year /Semester:
2nd / 2nd
ECTS:
5
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Study plan:
Definition of Hydraulic Machine. Examples. Classification of the Hydraulic Machines.
Fundamental disposal and geometric disposal.
Dimensional Analysis. Similarity theory. Dynamic, cinematic and geometric similarity.
Buckingham Theorem. Non-dimensional coefficients.
Global efficiency of pumps and turbines. Specific speed. Standard hydraulic machines.
Definition of the geometry of the hydraulic machines. Cordier diagram. Characteristic curves.
Characteristic curve of the hydraulic machine. Characteristic curve of the installation.
Functioning point. Parabola of the equivalent points. Laws with two parameters.
Cavitation in pumps and turbines. Net positive suction head (NPSH). Height of the installation.
Non-dimensional coefficients in cavitation. Typical values of the specific speed. Cavitation
effects: destructive effects and changes in the flow pattern. Ways to avoid cavitation.
Hydroelectric exploitations. Concepts of useful fall, effective fall, theoretical power, hydraulic
power and effective power. Field application of the Pelton, Francis and Kaplan turbines.
Identification and description of the main components of the Pelton, Francis and Kaplan
turbines. Action and reaction turbines. Degree of reaction. Constructive characteristics ant its
relation with the reaction degree.
Centrifugal pumps. Axial and mixing pumps. Concepts of useful height, manometric height,
hydraulic power, useful power and power mechanics. Characteristic curves. Start of a pump.
Selection. Parallel and serial association. Water captation. Hydraulic shock.
Portuguese / Tutorial support in English
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Learning
objectives:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
28
2
Lectures
TheoreticalPractical
28
2
Lectures and/or Problem solving
Practical
---
---
Problem solving and/or project
and/or laboratory work
Tutorial
guidance
---
---
Project,...
The main aims of this course unit are:
Provide a wide perspective of the various types of hydraulic machines (pumps, fans and
turbines).
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
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Learn the theoretical fundamentals necessary to characterize the studied machines in order to
describe their working principles;
Provide the knowledge to correctly define the guiding parameters of selection;
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
Identify the main fields of application of the different types of pumps, fans and turbines.
At the end of this course unit the learner is expected to be able to:
Identify the various types of hydraulic machines and carry out their global characterization.
Define the main applications of hydraulic machines, describe the operation principles and
accurately perform the selection of pumps, fans and turbines.
White, F. M. - Fluid Mechanics, International Student Edition, McGraw Hill, 1979. ISBN 0-07069667-5.
Mendes, J. C. A. Ferreira - Apontamentos Teóricos de Máquinas Hidráulicas, ISEC, Coimbra,
2005.
Mendes, J. C. A. Ferreira – Acetatos das aulas teóricas, ISEC, Coimbra, 2005.
Massey, B. S. - Mechanics of Fluids,Van Nostrand Reinhold Company, Londres, 1968.
Quintela, A. Carvalho - Hidráulica, Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian, Lisboa, 1981.
J. Mendes, A. Virgílio M. Oliveira, Olga S. Santos e Gilberto C. Vaz - Problemas de Máquinas
Hidráulicas, ISEC, Coimbra,2004
Final written exam (75%); Research work (25%).
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
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Title:
Heat Transfer
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912320
Year /Semester:
2nd / 2nd
ECTS:
5
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Study plan:
Introduction
Introduction to conduction
One dimensional steady state conduction
One dimensional transient conduction
Convection
Heat exchangers
Radiation in transparent media
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Portuguese / Tutorial support in English
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
28
2
Lectures
TheoreticalPractical
14
1
Lectures and Problem solving
Practical
14
1
Laboratory visits, Laboratory work
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
The main aim of this course unit is:
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
At the end of this course unit the learner is expected to be able:
Bibliography:
To teach students the fundamentals of heat transfer.
To understand the mechanisms of heat transfer.
To identify, formulate and solve engineering problems in heat transfer.
To participate in the design of thermal equipments and systems.
Incropera, F.P.; DeWitt, D.P. - Fundamentos de Transferência de Calor e de Massa, LTC, 5th Ed.,
2003. ISBN: 85-216-1378-4.
Incropera, F.P.; DeWitt, D.P. - Fundamentals of Heat and Mass Transfer – John Wiley & Sons,
5th Ed., 2001. ISBN: 0471386502.
Çengel, Y.A. - Heat Transfer: A Practical Approach, WCB McGraw-Hill, 1998. ISBN: 0-07-
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
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115223-7.
Progress
assessment:
Final written exam (100%).
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Title:
Automation
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912324
Year /Semester:
2nd / 2nd
ECTS:
5
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Study plan:
Hydraulic fluids; hydraulic pumps and motors; hydraulic valves; hydraulic accumulators:
different types and working principles
Hydraulic circuits: design, analysis, construction and testing of several didactic examples
Language:
Portuguese / Tutorial support in English
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Theoretical
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
14
1
Lectures
42
3
Laboratory work
TheoreticalPractical
Practical
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
The main aims of this course unit are:
To study the working principle of several hydraulic equipments applied in hydraulic circuits
To familiarize the student with several equipments employed in pneumatics and hydraulics
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
At the end of this course unit the student is expected to be able to:
Understand the working principles of several pneumatic and hydraulic equipments
Apply theoretical knowledge to solve problems regarding pneumatic and hydraulic circuits
Select the correct pneumatic and hydraulic equipment to solve practical problems
Götz, W., Hidráulica, Teoria e aplicações, Robert Bosch GmbH, 1991.
Merkle, D., Shrader, B., Thomes, M., Hydraulics basic level TP501, Textbook, Festo Didactic,
1990.
Zimmermann, A., Hydraulics basic level, Workbook, Festo Didactic, 1995.
Croser, P., Pneumatics basic level TP101, Textbook, Festo Didactic, 1989.
Waller, D., Werner, H., Pneumatics basic level, Workbook, Festo Didactic, 1993.
Panzer, P., Beitler, G., Tratado Prático de Oleohidráulica, Editorial Blume, 1968.
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
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Speich, H., Bucciareli, A., Oleodinâmica, Ed. Gustavo Gili S.A, 1972.
Progress
assessment:
Continuous evaluation: two written tests; class attendance.
Licenciatura em Engenharia mecânica/
Degree in Electromechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
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Title:
Machine Elements I
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912325
Year /Semester:
3rd / 1st
ECTS:
5
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Study plan:
Introduction to mechanical engineering design.
Plasticity criteria: maximum normal stress criteria; maximum shear stress criteria; maximum
energy distortion criteria; influence of mean stress.
Flexible mechanical elements: basic concepts; type of transmission to adopt-comparative
analysis; belt drives; flat belts; V belts; timing belts; applications of belts; belt selection; chain
drives; roller chains; applications of roller chains; roller chains selection; rope drives; wire
rope.
Gears: type of gears; spur gears; terminology and definitions; fundamental law of toothed
gearing; involute profile and properties; geometrical relations; forming of gear teeth; contact
ratio; interference and undercutting; kinematics; loads acting on a spur gear tooth; gear design
by ISO standards; bending and contact stresses in gear teeth; helical gears; tooth relations;
loads acting on a helical gear tooth; loads acting on connections and shafts.
Shaft design: Introduction; power transmission; ASME code.
Language:
Portuguese / Tutorial support in English
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
28
2
Lectures
TheoreticalPractical
28
2
Problem solving
Practical
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
The main aims of this course unit are to acquire the fundamental concepts and procedures
involved in the design and selection of several machine elements and structural components.
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
At the end of this course unit the learner is expected to be able:
To understand the concepts and procedures involved in mechanical engineering design.
To apply the plasticity criteria.
To identify the appropriate flexible type of transmission.
Licenciatura em Engenharia mecânica/
Degree in Electromechanical Engineering
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To select belts and roller chains.
To design gears by ISO standards.
To identify the loads acting on gear tooth, connections and shafts.
To apply the ASME code on shaft design.
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
Moura Branco, C., Martins Ferreira, J., Domingos da Costa, J., Silva Ribeiro, A., Projecto de
Órgãos de Máquinas, Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian, 2005. ISBN 972-31-1091-1.
Nieman, G., Elementos de Máquinas, Editora Edgard Blucher Ltda, Vol I, II e III, 1993.
Shigley, J.E., Mechanical Engineering Design – First Metric Edition, McGraw-Hill, 1986. ISBN 007-056898-7.
Shigley, J.E., Mischke, C.R., Mechanical Engineering Design, McGraw-Hill, 1998. ISBN 0-07100607-9.
Shigley, J.E., Uicker, Jr. J.J., Theory of Machines and Mechanisms, McGraw-Hill, 1995. ISBN 007-113747-5.
Final written exam (100%).
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Title:
Reciprocating Engines
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912327
Year /Semester:
3rd / 1st
ECTS:
5
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Study plan:
Engines theory: classification and operating principles of engines, function of the internal
combustion engines, evolution, classification and nomenclature of actual engines, theoretical
cycles of the internal combustion engines, fuels, working fluids, real cycles, pressure diagrams,
geometric and operating parameters, engine energy balance, spark ignition and compression
ignition engines, two-stroke engines, supercharged engines, friction and lubrication, ecological
parameters and anti-pollution systems, chassis dynamometer tests.
Engines description and theoretical-practical exercises: engine construction, knucklecrankshaft system, engine distribution types, fuel feeding (SI and CI engines), ignition systems,
engines start systems, friction and lubrication , engines cooling systems, resolution of
theoretical-practical exercises.
Language:
Portuguese / Tutorial support in English
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
28
2
Lectures
TheoreticalPractical
28
2
Lectures and Problem solving
Practical
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
The main aims of this course unit are:
To study the constructive details and working principles of an internal combustion engine;
To evaluate the functioning states of an engine, assuring desired standards of quality;
To learn the necessities of maintenance and repair of internal combustion engines.
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
At the end of this course unit the learner is expected to be able:
To understand how the internal combustion engine works and to be able to in general install,
operate and do the maintenance of internal combustion engines.
To select an internal combustion engine.
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
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Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
Martins, J., Motores de Combustão Interna, Publindústria, 2ª. Edição, 2006, ISBN 972-98726-86.
Giacosa, D., Motores Endotérmicos, Editorial Dossat, S.A., 3ª. Edição, 1986, ISBN: 84-2370382-7.
Heywood, J. B., Internal Combustion Engine Fundamentals, McGraw Hill, 1988, ISBN: 0-07100499-8.
Lucchesi, D., O Automóvel - Curso Técnico, vol. 1 e 2, Editorial Presença, 1989, ISBN: 972-231022-4 e 972-23-1045-3.
Bocchi, G., Motori a Quattro Tempi, Hoepli Editore, ISBN: 88-203-1533-5.
Çengel, Y. A., Boles, M. A., Thermodynamics, an Engineering Aproach, McGraw Hill, 1994,
ISBN: 0-07-113249-X.
Arias-Paz, Manual da Técnica Automóvel, Editora Mestre Jou, ISBN: 84-89656-09-6.
Stone, R., Introduction to Internal Combustion Engine, Macmillan Press, Ltd., Second Edition,
1992, ISBN 0-333-55084-6.
Rogowski, A.R., Elements of Internal combustion Engine, ISBN 07-053575-2.
Bernard, A., Motores Diesel, ISBN 84-7214-047-4.
Lichety, L. C., Combustion Engine Processes, McGraw Hill, ISBN 07-037720-0.
Final written exam (100%).
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
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Title:
Quality Management
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912333
Year /Semester:
3rd / 1st
ECTS:
4
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Study plan:
Framework: Quality concept evolution; quality concept introduction; the “quality function”.
Quality management standards; The eight quality principles; the ISO 9000 series quality
standards ; certification process; standard ISO 9001:2000 requirements analysis. Metrology
and MMD control: International measurement system; patterns; calibration, device testing
and certification; MMDs – measurement and monitoring devices; Service quality evaluation
and measurement. Process control: Introduction to SPC (Statistical Process Control);
flowcharts; Pareto’s analysis; cause-effect diagrams; histograms; sampling procedures; scatter
diagrams; control charts; EFMA – effect and fault modes analysis; QC-Story procedures.
Auditing: 1st, 2nd and 3rd parties auditing; audit planning, set-up and performing; audit
answering reports; improvement plans; progress monitoring and review. Quality financial and
technical indicators: Data collection and cost benefit analysis; Non-quality costs; tableau de
bord, balanced scorecard; key performance indicators; other financial and technical indicators.
Excellence: Six-Sigma; Kaizen methodology; quality systems integration, safety and
environment; system integration’s new approach: quality-energy and industrial maintenance.
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Portuguese and English
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
TheoreticalPractical
14
1
Lectures and/or Problem solving
Practical
28
2
Problem solving and/or project
and/or laboratory work
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
The main aims of this course unit are:
To recognize the importance of 'Quality' in the manufacturing processes of contemporary
products and/or services;
To identify and apply the concepts, methodologies and tools of quality management;
To identify the stages and content of a standard quality management system implementation;
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
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Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
To investigate, adopt and simulate the application of solutions to quality management in
individual cases;
To apply methodologies for the statistical process control supported by computerized tools;
To interpret the quality management data of a process and formulate report information to
enable action in improving it.
At the end of this course unit the learner is expected to be able to:
Apply techniques of quality management, including the application of techniques for quality
control and statistical data for process control. Identify and know how to use the specifications
of a standardized quality management.
Farinha, J.M.T. - Manutenção das Instalações e Equipamentos Hospitalares - Uma Abordagem
Terológica, Livraria Minerva, Coimbra, 1997. ISBN: 972-8318-16-2.
Kume, Hitoshi – Statistical Methods for Quality Improvement, AOTS, Tokyo, 1985. ISBN – 4906224-34-2.
Mitra, Amitava – Fundamentals of Quality Control and Improvement, Prentice Hall, London,
1998. ISBN – 0-13-645086-5.
Juran, JM; Guyina, F.M. – Quality Control Handbook, McGraw-Hill. ISBN – 0-07-033175-8.
Taguchi, Genichi – Engenharia da Qualidade em Sistemas de Produção, McGraw-Hill.
Feigenbau, A.V. – Total Quality Control, McGraw-Hill, 1991. ISBN – 0-07-033175-8.
Frey, Robert; Gogue, Jean Marie – Princípios de Gestão da Qualidade, Fundação Calouste
Gulbenkian, 1989. ISBN 972-31-0497-0.
The student can use one of the following criteria:
Criterion 1
Continuous assessment resulting from individual work or inserted in groups of 2 or 3 students
based on the following:
a) Classification of short presentations on digital media, questioning and input from student
groups throughout the school year worth 40% of the total grade.
b) Classification of a presentation and discussion of a final student group work worth 60% of
the total grade.
Criterion 2
Final exam in the form of written test. The examination will consist of a theoretical and a
theoretical-practical component and each of the two components will be worth 50%.
Criterion 3
Students who have opted for continuous assessment, but who did not attend lessons will be
accepted for assessment under Criterion 2. In this case the final classification is based on a
presentation and discussion of an individual or group work worth 40%, and the classification
obtained in this examination is worth 60%.
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
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Title:
PLC Programming
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912332
Year /Semester:
3rd / 1st
ECTS:
4
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Study plan:
Programmable Logic Controllers; PLC programming: Ladder logic
Language:
Using software to interact with PLCs: instructions and functions
Designing, building and testing of several didactic examples regarding the control of several
systems using PLCs
Portuguese / Tutorial support in English
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
TheoreticalPractical
14
1
Lectures
Practical
28
2
Laboratory work
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
The main aims of this course unit are:
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
At the end of this course unit the student is expected to be able to:
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
To familiarize the student with Programmable Logic Controllers
Apply acquired knowledge to solve problems regarding the control of several systems
Design and implement PLC-based programs to control several systems
SIEMENS, Simatic Step7 – Programação 1, Siemens SA, 2000.
SIEMENS, Simatic Step7 – Programação 2, Siemens SA, 2000.
Pires, J., Automação Industrial, Ed. Técnicas e Profissionais ETEP, 2002.
Francisco, A., Autómatos Programáveis, Ed. Técnicas e Profissionais ETEP, 2003.
Pinto, C., Técnicas de Automação, Ed. Técnicas e Profissionais ETEP, 2004.
Continuous evaluation: four practical tests; class attendance.
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
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Title:
Equipments and Thermal Processes
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo :
912328
Year /Semester:
3rd/1st
ECTS:
5
Department:
Study plan:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Combustion: definition; complete and incomplete combustion; stoichiometric combustion;
excess combustion air; fuels properties; higher and lower heating values; ignition
temperature; chemical reaction equations; combustion calculations; combustion analysis;
gaseous emissions.
Boilers: definition; main applications; classification and types; boiler components; combustion
systems; boiler accessories and fittings; steam superheaters, desuperheaters and reheaters;
economizers; combustion air heaters; cogeneration systems; energy losses and boiler
efficiency.
Heat exchangers: definition; applications; classification and types; double pipe heat
exchangers; shell and tube heat exchangers; plate heat exchangers; extended surface heat
exchangers; regenerators; design and operational features; pressure drop; fouling; selection of
heat exchangers.
Energy balances: law of conservation of energy; steady state energy balance on an open
system; mass and energy balances of thermal equipments and systems.
Portuguese / Tutorial support in English
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
28
2
Lectures
TheoreticalPractical
28
2
Lectures and problem solving
Practical
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
Generic
learning
outcomes and
The main aims of this course unit are:
To acquire insightful knowledge in the areas of production, transport and use of thermal
energy;
To know how to install, operate and do the maintenance of boilers and heat exchangers;
To perform combustion calculations, analyze combustion data or graphs and carry out energy
balances.
At the end of this course unit the learner is expected to be able:
To know, understand and realize how to apply the laws of thermodynamics and the principles
of heat transfer, including the ability to make thermal balances;
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
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competences:
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
To understand how thermal equipments work and be able to install, operate and do the
maintenance of thermal equipments in general.
Glassman, I. - Combustion, Academic Press, 3rd Ed., 1996. ISBN: 0122858522
Singer, J. G. - Combustion, Fossil Power Systems, Combustion Engineering, Inc. ISBN:
0960597409
Kitto, J.B.; Rahn, C.H.; Stultz, S.C. - Steam, Its Generation and Use, Babcock & Wilcox Co, 40th
Ed., 1992. ISBN: 0963457004
Steingress, F. M.; Frost, H. J. - High Pressure Boilers, Amer Technical Pub. ISBN: 0826943004
Kohan, A. L. - Boiler Operator's Guide, McGraw-Hill Professional, 4th Ed., 1997. ISBN:
0070365741
Kakac, S.; Liu, H. - Heat Exchangers: Selection, Rating and Thermal Design, 2nd Ed., CRC Press,
2002. ISBN: 0849309026
Ramesh, K. S.; Sekulic, D. P. - Fundamentals of Heat Exchanger Design, Wiley, 2002. ISBN:
0471321710
Walker, G. - Industrial Heat Exchangers: A Basic Guide, John Benjamins Publishing Co, 2nd Ed.,
1990. ISBN: 0891162305
Raznjevic, K. - Handbook of Thermodynamic Tables, Begell House, Inc., 2nd Rev. Ed., 1995.
ISBN: 1567000460
Final written exam (100%).
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Title:
Data Acquisition and Processing
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912331
Year /Semester:
3rd / 1st
ECTS:
4
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Study plan:
Functional description of measuring systems; Hardware and software configuration
Language:
Signal conditioning; Signal digitizing; Acquisition methods; Virtual instrumentation(LabView)
Designing, building and testing of several didactic examples regarding acquisition, processing,
and storage of data from electrical transducers
Portuguese / Tutorial support in English
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
TheoreticalPractical
14
1
Lectures
Practical
28
2
Laboratory work
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
The main aims of this course unit are:
To familiarize the student with data acquisition systems
To make the student acquainted with measuring and control instrumentation
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
At the end of this course unit the student is expected to be able to:
Apply acquired knowledge to solve problems regarding data acquisition
Design and implement LabView-based programs regarding virtual instrumentation
Bibliography:
LabVIEW Basics I, 2000, National Instruments Corporation.
LabVIEW Data Acquisition Course Manual, National Instruments Corporation, 1999.
King, Introduction to Data Acquisition with LabView CD, McGraw-Hill.
Johnson, LabVIEW Graphical Programming, McGraw-Hill.
Johnson, LabVIEW Graphical Programming: Practical Applications in Instrumentation and
Control, McGraw-Hill.
Bishop, R., Learning with LabVIEW 7 Express, Pearson - Prentice Hall, 2nd ed., 2004.
Bishop, R., Learning with LabVIEW 6i, Prentice Hall, 2nd ed., 2001.
Progress
Continuous evaluation: one written test (20%) and one practical assignment (80%); class
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
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assessment:
attendance.
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Title:
Laboratory of Computer Aided Engineering and Manufacturing
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912329
Year/Semester:
3nd / 1st
ECTS:
6
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Study plan:
Introduction to the Computer Aided Design and Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAD/CAM)
Reviews of CNC-ISO programming and main operations on milling machine: controlled axis;
feed functions; coordinate system; spindle speed functions; tool functions; display options;
tool length offset and cutter compensation; work coordinate system and machine zero point;
part program storage and edit.
Milling parameters, how to fix material blocks on the table of milling center and techniques to
select and determine the zero point.
Computer Aided Manufacturing (with Mastercam software): main menus; files conversion
from CAD to CAM software programs; to define tools and milling parameters; 2D toolpaths
(contour, facing, pocket and drill operations); 3D toolpaths (roughing and finishing operations);
simulation of programmed toolpaths ; convert programmed toolpaths to CNC language (postprocessing).
Introduction to the Computer Aided Design and Computer Aided Engineering (CAD/CAE)
CAD Project: Solidworks software; Principles of design and parametric modeling; part and
Assembly concepts; application examples.
CAE Project – CosmosSimulation as a Finite Elements Tool: What are finite elements; The
concept of finite element model; Hazards associated with using a finite element program.
Steps to define a finite element model; Definition of boundary and load conditions; Mesh: The
different types of elements and the proper selection of parameters of size; Analysis and
interpretation of results; Using SolidWorks software to solve problems involving mechanical
systems.
Carrying out practical work in groups: From design to manufacturing (CAD / CAM / CAE).
Geometrical design and finite element analysis. Program milling toolpaths with CAM software
and part manufacturing on a milling center machine.
Report, presentation and discussion of work group.
Language:
Portuguese and English
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
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Type of
instruction:
Learning
objectives:
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
-
-
-
TheoreticalPractical
-
-
-
Practical
56
4
Laboratory sessions
Tutorial
guidance
-
-
-
The main objectives of this course unit are:
To enhance knowledge about recent technologies for project and manufacturing parts or
assemblies
To provide hands-on experience in the use of CAD/CAM/CAE technologies
To be able to use CNC milling machines
The completion of this unit will enable to achieve, or contribute to achieving, the following
outcomes:
Ability to perform real projected solutions
Ability to analyse, discuss and report experimental results;
Ability to search, select, organise and communicate information;
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
Ability to work in small groups.
Mikell P. Groover, Emory W. Zimmers Jr., CAD/CAM – Computer Aided Design and
Manufacturing, Prentice Hall, 1984, ISNB 0-13-110255-9
Mastercam handbook
Solidworks 2009 handbook.
J. Paulo Davim, Princípios de Maquinagem, Almedina, 1995, ISBN 972-10-0878-9
Laboratory work with final report, oral presentation and discussion;
Students are required to attend at least 75% laboratory lessons;
Final laboratory work exam only allowed in special cases as defined by regulations described in
REFRACTA (law regarding students’ assessment at ISEC).
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
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Title:
Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912326
Year /Semester:
3rd / 1st
ECTS:
5
Department:
Study plan:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Introduction; Thermal comfort; Heat load calculations; Psychrometrics; Air conditioning
processes; Air flow in ducts; AC systems, Air filtering systems; The refrigeration cycle;
Refrigerants, Cascade and multistage systems; Legislation.
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Portuguese / Tutorial support in English
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
2
Lectures
TheoreticalPractical
2
Problem solving
Practical
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
The main aims of this course unit are:
To understand the thermodynamic mechanisms that govern air-water vapor mixtures
To understand key drivers of thermal comfort and perform heat load calculations
To study the main components of HVAC-R systems and how they interact to heat/refrigerate
Generic
At the end of this course unit the learner is expected to be able to:
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
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learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
Understand the importance of the HVAC-R (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning –
Refrigeration) field; Integrate HVAC-R fundamentals with day-to-day phenomena; Describe the
main components in a HVAC-R system and select the most appropriate system for a specific
application.
Malça, J – Climatização – Textos de apoio da disciplina, 2009.
Malça, J – Instalações Frigoríficas – Textos de apoio da disciplina, 2001.
Miranda, AL – Aire Acondicionado: Nueva Enciclopédia de la Climatización, 5ª ed., Ediciones
CEAC, 2005. ISBN: 9788432910791.
Miranda, AL – Técnicas de Climatización, Marcombo S.A., 2007. ISBN: 9788426714176.
Mcquiston, F ; Parker, J – Heating, Ventilating and Air-Conditioning – Analysis and Design, 4th
Ed., John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 1993. ISBN: 0-471-58107-0.
Harris, N. C. – Modern air conditioning practice, 3rd ed., McGraw-Hill, 1997. ISBN: 0-07026833-9.
Roriz, L – Climatização: Concepção, instalação e condução de sistemas, Ed. Orion, 2006. ISBN:
978-972-8620-09-7.
Stoecker, W. F. – Industrial Refrigeration Handbook, McGraw-Hill, 1998. ISBN: 0-070-61623-X.
Creus J – Tratado Prático de Refrigeração Automática, Dinalivro, Lisboa, 1978. ISBN: 972-576129-4.
European directives and regulations and Portuguese legislation.
Final written exam (90%); written report (10%).
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
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Title:
Thermal Machines II Lab
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912337
Year /Semester:
3rd / 2nd
ECTS:
6
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Study plan:
Laboratory work in Thermal Systems:
Characterization of an insulated tube and calculation of heat loss.
Determination of thermal efficiency and heat loss from a boiler.
Determination of heat output and efficiency of a heat exchanger.
Laboratory work in Hydraulic Machines:
Losses due to pipe and pipe system components.
Test in pumps and ventilators: Efficiency and characteristic curves.
Test of turbine Francis, Kaplan or Pelton: Useful head, efficiency and characteristic curves.
Laboratory work in Air Conditioning :
Laboratory simulation of psychrometric transformations of air, in classic air conditioning
processes involving humidification dehumidification, heating and cooling. Energy balances of
the operated transformations. Experiments of the following types: simple heating, heating
with humidification, simple cooling, cooling with dehumidification and correction of the final
temperature, simple humidification.
Laboratory work in Reciprocating Engines :
Measurement of the compression ratio and sealing of engines. Analysis of electrical and
electronic ignition in SI engines. Measurement of torque, power and specific fuel consumption
in SI and CI engines.
Portuguese / Tutorial support in English
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
TheoreticalPractical
Practical
56
4
Laboratory work
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
The main aims of this course unit are:
To apply knowledge presented during lectures and class assignments (Thermodynamics, Fluid
Mechanics, Heat Transfer, Hydraulic Machines, Boilers, Reciprocating Engines, Air Conditioning
and Refrigeration) for experimental configurations.
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
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To develop work group and written communications skills through laboratory work.
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
At the end of this course unit the learner is expected to be able:
To learn, understand and be able to apply the laws of incompressive fluid mechanics, the laws
of thermodynamics and of heat transfer as well as the ability to perform thermal balances.
To become familiar with and understand how different types of turbomachines operate; To
know how to select and choose the different types of turbomachines; To be able to measure,
install, operate and maintain fluid networks, air-conditioning systems and refrigeration
systems; To know how thermal machines in general work especially the internal combustion
engine and to be able to install and operate them and perform their maintenance.
To understand and know how to use measurement and control instrumentation.
To know how to work effectively in a small group and carry out simple experimental studies
for a written procedure;
To be able to write a clear report recording the procedure and results of an experimental
study.
Continuous evaluation: written assignment(s) (30%); oral presentation(s) (40%); class
participation (30%).
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
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Title:
Project
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912338
Year /Semester:
3rd/2nd
ECTS:
7
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Study plan:
Elaboration of a team-oriented project, privileging subjects that embrace several areas of
mechanical engineering and related to real world cases, involving the study, calculation and
dimensioning of devices, mechanisms, equipments or installations. Each project is assigned to
a group of two or three students. Groups are given the option to propose their own project
theme or to choose from a list of projects that are proposed by the instructors.
The groups receive their project assignments in the first weeks of the semester. The students
are then familiarized with the various phases of a project, namely: understanding the problem
and developing a plan of approach, the conceptual design phase, the detailed design phase
and the report phase. Each group is oriented throughout the semester by one or more
instructors, according to the areas involved in their project. The groups should use the classes
for developing their project work and for consulting the instructors about specific problems
concerning the project. The instructors can use some classes for the presentation of topics
common to several projects, e.g., the methodology of project elaboration, the structure of the
report, norms and regulations or the application of construction codes. The students are
encouraged to carry out bibliographical researches and visit factories and suppliers related to
the project. The use of software tools is valued, especially if developed by the group for
calculations, dimensioning or simulating. The experimentation and the construction of a
prototype will also be valued.
Portuguese / Tutorial support in English
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
TheoreticalPractical
Practical
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
56
4
Project orientation
The main aims of this course unit are:
To develop the students' ability to apply the knowledge acquired along the course. The
students' capacity of analysis and critical thinking are also stimulated, as well as their aptitudes
and skills regarding organization, communication and group work. Whenever possible the
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Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
project will be developed in cooperation with companies or other external entities to the
school.
At the end of this course unit the learner is expected to be able to:
Apply the knowledge and the understanding capacity acquired;
Be able to identify, analyze and solve problems, as well as to build up arguments and to
support the proposed solution;
Have capacity to collect, select and interpret the relevant information in order to propose
solutions and to emit judgments;
Have skills for planning activities in space and time, identifying and managing the necessary
resources for their implementation;
Be able to integrate recent technological innovations in his/her area of professional actuation;
Have aptitude to transmit information, ideas, solutions, in a clear and objective way;
Have ability to develop teamwork.
Guyer, E. C.; Brownell, D. L. - Handbook of Applied Thermal Design, Taylor & Francis Group,
1999
Kakac, S. - Heat Exchangers: Selection, Rating and Thermal Design, 2nd Ed., CRC Press, 2002
Ganapathy, V. - Industrial Boilers and Heat Recovery Steam Generators: Design, Applications,
and Calculations, Marcel Dekker, 2002
Jaluria, Y. - Design and Optimization of Thermal Systems, McGraw-Hill, 1997
Rase, H. F.; Holmes, J. R. - Piping Design for Process Plants, John Wiley, 1990
Boehm, R. F. - Design Analysis of Thermal Systems, John Wiley & Sons, 1987
Backhurst, J.R.; Harker, J.H. - Process Plant Design, Heinemann Educational Books, 1981
Stoecker, W.F. - Design of Thermal Systems, McGraw-Hill, 1989
Coulson, J.M; Richardson, J.F.; Sinnot, R.K. - Chemical Engineering (Vol. 6) – Design, Pergamon
Press, 1993
Juanico, J. F. - Geradores de Calor, ICEMEI, 1993
Babcock & Wilcox - Steam, Its Generation and Use, B.&W. Co.
Singer, J. G. - Combustion, Fossil Power Systems, Combustion Engineering, Inc.
Duffie, J. A.; Beckman, W. A. - Solar Engineering of Thermal Processes, John Wiley, 1991
Recknagel; Sprenger - Manual de Calefacción y Climatización, Editorial Blume, Madrid, 1972
Telles, P. C. S. - Tubulações Industriais, Livros Técnicos e Científicos Editora S.A.
Incropera, F. P.; Dewitt, D. P. - Fundamentals of Heat and Mass Transfer, 6th Ed., Wiley, 2006
Shigley, J. E.; Mischke, C. R. - Mechanical Engineering Design, 5th Ed., McGraw-Hill
Raznjevic, K. - Handbook of Thermodynamic Tables, Begell House, Inc.
EN 1333 - Pipework components, CEN, 1996
EN ISO 6412 - Technical Drawings – Simplified Representation of Pipelines, CEN, 1994 e 1996
EN 13445 - Unfired Pressure Vessels, CEN, 2002
EN 13480 - Metallic Industrial Piping, CEN, 2002
Hibbeler, R. C. - Mecânica: Dinâmica, 8th Ed., LTC Editora, 1998
Serway, R. A. - Física para Cientistas e Engenheiros com Física Moderna, 3rd Ed., LTC Editora,
1996
Branco, C. A. G. M. - Mecânica dos Materiais, 3rd Ed., Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian, Lisboa
Branco, M.; Fernandes, A.; Castro, P. - Fadiga de Estruturas Soldadas, 2nd Ed., Fund. Calouste
Gulbenkian, Lisboa, 1999
Gmur, T. - Dynamique des Structures: Analyse Modale Numérique, Presses Polytechniques et
Universitaires Romandes, Lausanne, 1997
Ashby, M. F. - Materials Selection in Mechanical Design, 2nd Ed., Butterworth Heinemann,
Oxford, 1999
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
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Progress
assessment:
Silva, V. D. - Mecânica e Resistência dos Materiais, 2nd Ed., Zuari - Edição de Livros Técnicos,
Ld.ª, Coimbra, 1999
Meirovitch, L. - Elements of Vibration Analysis, 2nd Ed., McGraw-Hill, New York, 1986
Kutz, M. - Mechanical Engineer's Handbook, 2nd Ed., John Wiley, New York, 1998
Kutz, M. - Enciclopedia de la Mecanica Ingenieria y Tecnica, Oceano Grupo Editorial,
Barcelona,1995
Beer, F. P.; Johnston, E. R. - Mecânica Vectorial para Engenheiros, 6th Ed., McGraw-Hill,
Lisboa, 1998
Meriam, J. L.; Kraige, L. G. - Engineering Mechanics, 4th Ed., John Wiley, New York, 1998
Eurocódigo 3 (EC 3) - Projecto de Estruturas de Aço, CEN
Solidworks Simulation 2009 – Guide of use
Project report; Oral presentation; Final discussion in front of a jury.
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Title:
Organization and Management
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912336
Year /Semester:
3rd / 2nd
ECTS:
4
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Study plan:
PART I – Production Organization
Production organization and enterprise management: Organizations and enterprises in
Portuguese context; Company structures and production system organization.
Production processes planning and management: Production function; Production planning
and management; Production master plan; Production system description methods; Capability
planning; New approach.
Work Project and work measurement: Task project and work methods; Worker efficiency and
safety; Work measurement goals; Time studies; Individual work techniques.
Supply chain and warehousing: Materials management; Inventory; Delivery economic
quantity; Periodic analysis systems; Safety stock, delivery point and level of service; Material
requirement planning; just in time.
Production Planning: Capability and priority control; Production activity control objectives;
Programming strategies and guidelines; Earlier vs. later programming; Programming charts;
Priority decision rules; Capability and priority control.
PART II – Enterprise management
Company licensing: Company types; Constitution; Government support to company licensing;
Financial function and general accountancy.
Accountancy; Financial reports; Financial transactions; Accounts records; Budgeting and cash
flow; Balance; Results report; IVA; Financial analysis – ratios.
Human resources management: Strategy for change; Motivation; Leadership; Salary and
wages.
Investment projects: Investment analysis techniques; Development plans; Project
programming; Project reports.
Marketing and business plans: Marketing e consumer behaviour; Market; Product; Price;
Distribution; Product life cycle; Business plans.
Cost control and analysis: Cost, volume, profit analysis; Profit; Minimal cost rule; Opportunity
cost; Decreasing incomes and U costs curve.
Project management: Project steps; Planning plotting techniques; Project performing and
control; Project modifications and reviewing.
Portuguese and English
Language:
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
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Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
28
2
Lectures
TheoreticalPractical
28
2
Lectures and/or Problem solving
Practical
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
The main aims of this course unit are:
To understand and adopt enterprise management techniques
To apply planning methods and programming production activities
To apply planning methods for work organization under technique and human point of view
To understand and apply the marketing relevance in the company business plan
To know how to decode and use the company ordinary terminology, mainly in the media
To evaluate and manage investment projects and their financing
At the end of this course unit the learner is expected to be able:
To know and use production management systems and know how to plan and perform
industrial maintenance programs.
Farinha, J.M.T. - Manutenção das Instalações e Equipamentos Hospitalares - Uma Abordagem
Terológica, Livraria Minerva, Coimbra, 1997. ISBN: 972-8318-16-2.
Drucker, P. F. – As Fronteiras da Gestão, Editorial Presença, Lisboa, 1993
Costa, H. and RIBEIRO, P. R. – Criação e Gestão de Micro-Empresas e Pequenos Negócios, Lidel,
Lisboa, 2007
Oliveira, J.A.N. - Engenharia Económica - Uma Abordagem às Decisões de Investimento,
McGraw-Hill; São Paulo, 1982
Nabais, C. - Análise de Balanços, Editorial Presença, Lisboa, 1990
Nabais, C. - Contabilidade Analítica de Exploração, Editorial Presença, Lisboa, 1991
Santiago, C. - POC - Plano Oficial de Contabilidade Comentado, Texto Editora, 2000
Palma, J. - Casos Práticos de Contabilidade de Gestão, Plátano, 1988
Cardoso, L. – Gestão Estratégica das Organizações, Verbo, 1995
Roldão, V. S. – Gestão de Projectos, Monitor, Lisboa, 1992, ISBN 972-9413-14-2
Ochsner, M. – Técnicas Individuais de Trabalho, Monitor, Lisboa, 1987, ISBN 972-95278-6-4
Samuelson, P.A.; Nordhaus, W.D. - Economia, McGraw-Hil, Lisboa, 1993
The student can use one of the following criteria:
Criterion 1
Continuous assessment resulting from individual work or inserted in groups of 2 or 3 students
based on the following:
a) Classification of short presentations on digital media, questioning and input from student
groups throughout the school year worth 40% of the total grade.
b) Classification of a presentation and discussion of a final student group work worth 60% of
the total grade.
Criterion 2
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
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Final exam in the form of written test. The examination will consist of a theoretical and a
theoretical-practical component and each of the two components will be worth 50%.
Criterion 3
Students who have opted for continuous assessment, but did not attend lessons will be
accepted for assessment under Criterion 2. In this case the final classification result of the
presentation and discussion of an individual or group work is worth 40% and the classification
obtained in this examination is worth 60%.
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
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Title:
Manufacture of Molds
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912340
Year/Semester:
3rd / 2nd
ECTS:
4
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Study plan:
Introduction to the manufacturing of molds: history of molds in Portugal; molds for glass,
molds for ceramic materials, molds for metal materials and molds for polymeric materials;
functional systems in injection molds.
Injection molding process for thermoplastics: injection cycle; main parameters to control the
process; molds classification for injection thermoplastic; injection and clamping unit; clamping
forces.
Materials and hardening of materials for construction of injection molds: steel alloys, copper
alloys and aluminium alloys; heat treatments and coating surface for hardening; stress, strain
and cracks in hard materials.
Fabrication of cavity, die and components: CNC and CAD/CAM milling, turning, drilling,
electric-discharge process (ram and wire EDM), rectification and polishing.
Functional systems in injection molds: alignment, guiding and mold mounting; accessories for
guidance and alignment.
Functional systems in injection molds: mold filling and simulation of mold filling; formation of
weld lines and air pockets; effects of orientation; conventional runner system and hot runner
system; accessories for mold filling.
Functional systems in injection molds: temperature control methods, design of heat transfer
systems for cavities and dies; shrinkage and causes of warpage; ribbed structures; accessories
for temperature control.
Functional systems in injection molds: demolding; ejection of molded products; undercuts;
accessories for ejection.
Portuguese / Tutorial support in English
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Learning
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
-
-
-
TheoreticalPractical
14
1
Lectures and Problem solving
Practical
28
2
Problem solving and project
Tutorial
guidance
-
-
-
The main objectives of this course unit are:
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
objectives:
To identify the main molds used in industry;
To know the injection cycle for thermoplastic materials;
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
To know the technologies for Fabrication of the cavity, die and components of a mold;
To identify functional systems in injection molds, to project a mold and to select standard
elements to incorporate in a mold.
The completion of this unit will enable to achieve, or contribute to achieving, the following
outcomes:
Ability to make technical drawings and to select standard elements for equipments.
Ability to understand the potential applications and processing methods of common
engineering materials;
Ability to know the manufacture technologies and identify which are used to make part of
specific geometry.
Ability to analyse, discuss and report experimental results;
Ability to search, select, organise and communicate information;
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
Ability to work in small groups.
Manual do Projectista para moldes de injecção de plástico, Edição Centimfe, 2003-2004, 10
fascículos.
Dominick V. Rosato, Donald V. Rosato e Marlene G. Rosato, Injection Molding Handbook – 3rd
Edition, Kluwer Academic Publishers, ISBN 0-7923-8619-1
Francesco Provenza, Moldes para plásticos , São Paulo, escola Pro-tec, 1982.
Sérgio da Cruz, Moldes de Injecção, Hemus, 2002, ISBN 85-289-0311-7
Gerd Poetch and Walter Michaeli, Injection Molding – An Introduction, 2nd edition, Hanser,
ISBN 978-1-56990-419-0
Final written exam (75%);
Laboratory work group – to project, design and to draw a simple injection mold (25%);
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Title:
Machine Elements II
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912334
Year /Semester:
3rd / 2nd
ECTS:
5
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Study plan:
Fatigue: introduction; cyclic stresses; strain life theory of fatigue; fatigue strength; fatigue
experiments; S-N diagrams; fatigue regimes; low-cycle fatigue; high-cycle, finite-life fatigue;
high-cycle, infinite-life fatigue; endurance limit modification factors; stress concentration
effects; surface finish factor; size factor; reliability factor; temperature factor; miscellaneous
effects; cumulative damage; influence of nonzero mean stress; ductile materials; brittle
materials.
Rolling element bearings: introduction; uses and characteristics of rolling element bearings;
bearing types; ball bearings; roller bearings; geometry; kinematics; separators; static load
distribution; load deflection relationships; radial loaded ball and roller bearings; thrust-loaded
ball bearings; preloading; static load rating; equivalent static load; lubrication; bearing
materials; potential failure modes; fatigue life; contact fatigue theory; Weibull distribution;
dynamic load rating; equivalent dynamic load; life adjustment factors; bearing selection;
bearing mounting and enclosure.
Power screws and screw assemblies: introduction; uses and characteristics of power screws;
thread terminology, classification and designation; power screws; forces and torque; power
screw torque and efficiency; self-locking screws; threaded fasteners; types of threaded
fastener; load analysis of bolts and nuts; stiffness parameters; strength; bolt preload-static
loading; bolt preload-dynamic loading; potential failure modes; materials; power screw design
procedure; critical points and thread stresses.
Springs: introduction, uses and characteristics of springs; types of springs; spring materials;
axially loaded helical springs; stresses, deflection, and spring rate; buckling and surge; end
conditions and spring length; cyclic loading; helical spring design procedure, and general
guidelines for spring design; beam springs; leaf springs; torsion bars and other torsion springs;
belleville springs; energy storage in springs; potential failure modes.
Welded joints: introduction; types of welded joints; terminology; parallel and transverse
loading; torsional loading; bending; welded joints strength; calculation methods for fillet
welds; welded joints fatigue strength; fatigue life improvement methods.
Portuguese and English
Language:
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
28
2
Lectures
TheoreticalPractical
28
2
Problems solving
Practical
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
The main aim of this course unit is to introduce students to machine elements and to develop
their ability to analyze, design and/or select machine elements. Thus, the major purposes are:
to learn how to design and implement various individual mechanical components into the
design of mechanical systems; to learn about methods and components of design which result
in mechanical systems with long operating lives and high reliability; to learn to be able to
predict the life and reliability of an existing mechanical component or system; to enable
students to learn how to identify and quantify the specifications and trade-offs for the
selection and application of components which are commonly used in the design of complete
mechanical systems; to teach students how to apply the fundamentals of engineering science
to analyze and design commonly used mechanical components to meet specifications; to
develop in students the ability to select, configure, and synthesize mechanical components
into complete systems.
Upon successful completion of this course, the students are able to analyze, design and/or
select power transmission systems and mechanisms with emphasis on the design of: flexible
power transmissions, gears, shafts, rolling element bearings, screws, and springs involving
economic, safety, life and reliability prediction and manufacturing aspects.
Allen, S., Holowenko, A. R., Laughlin, H. G., Theory and Problems of Machine Design, Schaum,
1961.
Fratschner, O.,Elementos de Máquinas, Gustavo Gili, 1969.
Faires, V. M., Diseño de Elementos de Máquinas, Montaner y Simon SA, 1970.
Niemann, G., Elementos de Máquinas, Vol. 1, 2 e 3, Edgard Blucher, 1971.
Stephenson, J., Callander, R. A., Engineering Design, John Wiley, 1974.
Deutschman, A. D., Michels, W. J., Wilson, C. E., Machine Design: Theory and Practice, CollierMacmillan, 1975.
Spotts, M. F., Design of Machine Elements, Prentice Hall, 1978.
Juvinall, R. C., Marshek, K. M., Fundamentals of Machine Component Design, John Wiley,
1991.
Dubbel, H., Beitz, W., Kuttner, K.H., Handbook of Mechanical Engineering, Springer-Verlag,
1994.
Erdman A.G., and Sandor, G.N., Mechanism Design: Analysis & Synthesis, Vol. 1, Prentice Hall,
1997.
Meriam, J. L., Kraige, L.G., Engineering Mechanics, 4th Edition, John Wiley, 1998
Kutz, M., Mechanical Engineer's Handbook, 2nd Edition, John Wiley, 1998.
Young, W.C., Budynas, R.G., Roark's Formulas for Stress and Strain, 7th Edition, McGraw-Hill,
2002.
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Progress
assessment:
Mott, R. L., Machine Elements in Mechanical Design, 4th Edition, Prentice Hall, 2003.
Shigley, J.E., Mischke, C.R., Budynas, R. G., Mechanical Engineering Design, 7th Edition, Mc
Graw-Hill, 2004.
Branco, C.M., Ferreira, J.M., Costa, J.M., Ribeiro, A.S., Projecto de Órgãos de Máquinas, Fund.
Cal. Gulbenkian, 2005.
Norton, R. L., Machine Design, Prentice-Hall, 2005.
Hibbeler, R. C., Dinâmica: Mecânica para Engenharia, 10th Edition, Prentice Hall, 2005.
Juvinell R. C., Marshek K. M., Fundamentals of Machine Component Design, 4th Edition, Wiley
& Sons, 2006.
Hamrock, B., Schmid, S., Jacobson, B., Fundamental of Machine Elements, Mc Graw Hill, 2007.
Budynas, R. G., Nisbett, J. K., Shigley's Mechanical Engineering Design, Mc Graw Hill, 2008.
Final written exam (100%).
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Title:
Internal Combustion Engines - New Technologies
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Codigo:
912342
Year /Semester:
3rd/2nd
ECTS:
4
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Study plan:
Internal combustion engines new technologies: Phase changing ( variable valve timing and lift)
systems; EGR system; EGR and phase changing systems synchronization; Direct fuel injection (
Diesel and gasoline ); Pneumatic valves; Internal combustion engines with variable
compression ratios; HCCI engines.
Forced induction: Supercharging (mechanical charging ); Turbo charging- single, twin ( parallel
and sequential ), variable turbine geometry and twin scroll; Supercharging plus turbo charging.
New materials to internal combustion engine construction.
Engine modification to race utilization.
Wankel engine.
Cars alternatives energies: Hybrid cars; Alternatives fuels: biodiesel, ethanol, methanol,
hydrogen, natural gas, propane gas, electricity; Fuel cell cars.
Synthetic fuels and synthetic motor oil.
News technologies of engine control: ECU; Engine test equipments.
Language:
Type of
instruction:
On board diagnosis ( OBD ).
Saving of exhaust gas and fuel consumption: Engines energetic efficiency; Internal friction
reduction; Optimization of running regulation; Influence of direct fuel injection ( Diesel and
Gasoline ) on the emission of toxic exhaust gas; Forced induction systems influence on the
formation of exhaust gas in a direct fuel injection gasoline engine; Solutions to reduce the of
exhaust emissions of internal combustion engines; Catalytic converter technology; Particle
filter technology.
Portuguese / Tutorial support in English
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
TheoreticalPractical
14
1
Brainstorming, Worksheet surveys
Practical
28
2
Investigation work, Report back
session
Tutorial
guidance
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Learning
objectives:
The main aims of this course unit are:
General objective
To enable easy integration into the work environment of road transport and similar
businesses, including builder or component manufacturers and/or some work connected to
the automobile sector; to know how to integrate recent technological innovation
Specific objectives
- Ability to identify, analyze and solve motor cars problems, and to build and support the
argument of damage and implementation of new solutions for engine preparation
- Ability to collect, select and interpret relevant information to support the recommended
solutions and opinions presented, including the analysis of social scientific and relevant ethical
aspects
- Ability to interpret experimental results and develop experiments to obtain new data
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
At the end of this course unit the learner is expected to be able:
-To know, and understand the thermodynamics and heat transfer laws in the internal
combustion engine
-To know , to understand , to select different types of internal combustion engines new
technologies
-To be able to install and to perform engine maintenance
-To be able to apply measurement instrumentation and engine control
-To understand the relationship between the requirements of engine components and the
characteristics and properties of materials used in manufacture
-To know and be able to apply technological methods in the manufacture and repair system
engine
-To know and be able to apply methods to detect engine damages
Bibliography:
- Martins, Jorge- Motores de Combustão Interna, Publindústria, 2ª edição, 2006, ISBN 97298726-8-6
- Trends in Vehicle and Fuel technologies of past trends, European Commission JRC-IPTS 197
the ESTO Network
- Heywood, John B.- Internal Combustion Engine Fundamentals, McGraw Hill, 1988, ISBN: 007-100499-8.
- Advanced Engine Technology – “ Heinz Heisler “. ARNOLD ( 1995 )
- Clean cars now! – “ Oliver Darmont “ Michelin challenge Bibendum ( 2001 )
- Automotive Handbook “ 5th Edition “ –BOSCH. SAE International ( 2000 )
- “ Robert Q. Riley “ Alter native Cars in the 21st Century , A new personal transportation
paradigm – SAE International ( 1994 )
- Steinemman,P.P. ( 1999 ): “ R & D Strategies for new automotive technologies: insights from
fuel cells”. International Motor Vehicle Program ( IMVP ) ,Massachusetts Institute of
Technology ( MIT ), November 1999
- AECC ( 2002): “Current catalyst technology for emission control / Next generation technology
for emissions control “
- Nylund, N et al. ( 2002) “ Pathways for natural gas into advanced vehicles “, VTT, September
2002, prepared for IANGV
- Carley, L. ( 2000 ) “ Understanding OBD II: Past, present & future / Basic emission control
systems “
- Ahlvik, 1998: “ Characterization of Emissions for Cars with Lean- Burn and Direct Injection
Licenciatura em Engenharia Mecânica/
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Ficha de Unidade Curricular/Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
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Progress
assessment:
Gasoline Engines “ MTC report 9704
- Jethroiroc, J : 2 Modern Engine Controls: How Fuel Injection Works “ http://affordable –
efi.com/modern engine controls.htm
- Schindler, K.P. ( 2001 ) “ The future of the diesel engine in passenger cars “
Walsh ( 2002 ) : “ Motor vehicle Pollution Control in Europe and the United States “,
http:/www.env.duke.edu/solutions/documents/walsh_airlie_june_2002.pdf
- Godek, ( 1997 ): “ The Regulation of Fuel Economy and the Demand for Light Trucks “. Journal
of Law and Economics, Vol. XL ( October 1997 )
- Leffler, D. E. , and Hampton, C.G. “The Emerging Threat of Light Truck Impacts with
Pedestrians”
- American Metal Market ( 2001 ): “ US Diesel use falling further behind Europe “, June 25,
2001
- Diesel Technology Forum, ( 2001 ):” Engineering Clean Air: the Continuous Improvement of
Diesel Engine Emission Performance “, March 2001
- Dossier du CFFA, “ des progrès pour l’environnement: l’automobile citoyenne”, Comité des
Constructeurs Français d’Automobile
- American Metal Market , US Diesel use falling further behind Europe, June 25, 2001
- Nancy L Homeister- “ Vehicle Emissions Standards Around the Globe”, Ford Motor Company,
27 June 2001
- James J. Eberhardt, “ The Diesel Paradox: why Dieselization Will Lead to Clean Air” U.S.
Department of Energy, 6th Diesel Engine Emissions
- Mike Fry ( 2002 ):” Dirty to desirable”, Automotive Engineer, February 2002
- Hard, M. & Jamisson, A. ( 1997 ): “ Alternative Cars : The Contrasting Stories of steam and
Diesel Automotive Engine “
- Greene, David L. ( 1996 ): “ Transportation & Energy”, Eno Transportation Foundation
- Kutney Pedro ( 2001 ): “ Desire for Diesels”, Automotive news International, September 2001
Mandatory attendance of 80% of teaching hours.
Continuous assessment during lessons (work, presentation and discussion) - 75% of the final
grade; Written final exam of 2 hours with 20 multiple choice questions- 25% of the final grade.
Working students or student association leaders without the minimum attendance of classes:
Theoretical – practical work of 3 hours about the topics studied during the continuous
assessment module - 75% of the final grade
Written final exam of 30 minutes with 10 multiple choice questions - 25% of the final grade
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Title:
Project or Internship
Scientific Area:
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Code:
636119
Year /Semester:
2nd/Year
ECTS:
60
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Instructor:
Project or Internship academic supervisor
Study plan:
Project:
Development of an individual oriented project, privileging subjects that embrace several areas
of mechanical engineering and related to real world cases. The subject of the project may be
proposed by a member of the teaching staff or by the student. Each project is assigned to one
or more supervisors, according to the areas involved in the project, which will provide tutorial
guidance to the student throughout the year. The student and the supervisors will agree a
project work plan that should be approved by the school scientific council. The work plan
includes the project objectives, the project scope and the time schedule. The students are
familiarized with the various phases of a project, namely: understanding the problem and
developing a plan of approach, the conceptual design phase, the detailed design phase and
the report phase. The students are stimulated to carry out bibliographical researches and visit
factories and suppliers related to the project. The use of software tools is valued, especially if
developed by the student, for calculations, dimensioning or simulating. The use of
experimental techniques and the construction of a prototype will also be valued.
Internship :
Instead of a project, students have the possibility to undertake an internship program. The
internship may be proposed by a member of the teaching staff, by a company/institution or by
the student. Each internship work program is assigned to one or more academic supervisors,
according to the areas involved in the project, and one company supervisor. The student and
the supervisors will agree a work plan that should be approved by the school scientific council.
The work plan includes the internship objectives, the internship activities and the time
schedule. The internship should lead to the production of a written report, which fulfills the
academic requirements of a Master’s level.
Portuguese
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
TheoreticalPractical
Practical
Tutorial
guidance
105
—
Project or Internship supervision
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Learning
objectives:
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
The main aims of the Project are:
To provide the student the opportunity to demonstrate autonomy and originality;
To develop the capacity to plan and organize a large project over a long period;
To put into practice the knowledge and techniques acquired throughout the course.
The main aims of the Internship are:
To gain relevant work experience that will give the student an important foothold in the job
market;
To provide the required knowledge and transferable skills which enables the students to
pursue their careers;
To put into practice the knowledge and techniques acquired throughout the course.
At the end of the Project the student is expected to be able to:
Participate on design, select components, supervise the installation and assure the efficient
operation and maintenance of equipments and systems;
Apply critical analysis and demonstrate research skills;
Use knowledge integration in complex problem solving.
At the end of the Internship the student is expected to be able to:
Work on teams, be an effective communicator and be prepared for leadership roles;
Apply scientific and technical knowledge in the resolution of real work problems;
Have an interdisciplinary perspective.
Specific bibliography will be indicated according to the Project or Internship areas.
Public oral presentation and discussion of the project or internship report in front of a jury.
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Title:
Vibration Analysis
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Code:
636105
Year/Semester:
1st / 1st
ECTS:
6
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Instructor:
Luís Filipe Pires Borrego
Study plan:
Introduction: elements of a vibratory system; the concept of freedom degree; discrete and
continuous systems; free and forced vibration; damped and undamped vibration systems;
types of damping; harmonic movement; procedure in vibration analysis.
Discrete systems with single degree of freedom: free or natural vibration; natural frequency of
vibration; undamped vibration; damped vibration; under damping, over damping and critical
damping vibration; logarithmic decrement; resonance; forced vibration; response to harmonic
forcing; response to periodic forcing; forcing caused by unbalance; vibration isolation and
transmissibility; force transmitted to a rigid foundation; force transmitted to a elastic support;
relative motion; Fourier integral.
Discrete systems with multi degree of freedom: matrix formulation; the theorem of expansion;
decoupling of the equations; modal analysis.
Experimental vibration analysis: transducers; forcing systems; signal analysis; dynamic tests of
machines and structures; balancing of rotating parts; critical speed of shafts; isolation of
vibrations.
Portuguese and English
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
28
2
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TheoreticalPractical
14
1
Problem solving
Practical
14
1
Laboratory work
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
The main aim of this unit is:
Understand the concepts and procedures involved in vibration analysis of components and
structures.
At the end of this unit the student is expected to be able to:
Understand and apply vibration analysis on the dynamical behaviour of mechanisms, machines
and structures;
Apply vibration analysis in fault detection techniques on mechanical equipments;
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Plan and implement industrial maintenance plans.
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
Borrego LP - Introdução à Análise de Vibrações, Textos Pedagógicos, ISEC, 2002
Meirovitch L - Fundamentals of Vibrations, McGraw-Hill, 2001
Rao S - Mechanical Vibrations, 2ª Ed., Addison-Wesley, 1990
Meirovitch L - Elements of Vibration Analysis, McGraw-Hill, 1986, ISBN 0070413428
Final written exam (100%).
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
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Title:
Thermal Equipments
Scientific Area:
Course:
Mechanical Engineering
Code:
636114
Year /Semester:
1st/2nd
ECTS:
6
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Instructor:
António Manuel de Morais Grade
Study plan:
Combustion technology and equipments: burners for liquid and gaseous fuels; firing systems
for solid fuels; combustion efficiency; combustion control; analysis and monitoring of gaseous
emissions; low NOx burners.
Heat exchangers: heat exchangers with and without phase change; heat exchangers for heat
recovery; heat pipes; cooling towers; evaporative condensers.
Central heating equipments and systems: hot water boilers; condensation boilers; biomass
furnaces and boilers; heat loss analysis and boiler efficiency.
Solar thermal systems: solar thermal collectors; flat plate collector; compound parabolic
concentrating collector; evacuated tube collector; components of a solar collector; energy
balance of a collector; collector efficiency; natural circulation systems (thermosyphon) and
forced circulation systems; typical applications: sanitary water heating, space heating using
radiant floor and swimming pool heating.
Portuguese
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
28
2
Lectures
TheoreticalPractical
14
1
Lectures and problem solving
Practical
14
1
Laboratory work
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
The main aim of this course unit is:
To provide detailed and insightful knowledge on equipments and thermal systems.
At the end of this course unit the student is expected to be able to:
Participate on design, select components, supervise the installation and assure the efficient
operation and maintenance of combustion equipments, heat exchangers, central heating
systems and solar thermal systems.
Glassman I - Combustion, Academic Press, 3rd Ed., 1996. ISBN: 0122858522
Singer JG - Combustion, Fossil Power Systems, Combustion Engineering, Inc. ISBN: 0960597409
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Progress
assessment:
Lawn CJ - Principles of Combustion Engineering for Boilers, Academic Press, 1987. ISBN:
0124390358
Kitto JB, Rahn CH, Stultz SC - Steam, Its Generation and Use, Babcock & Wilcox Co, 40th Ed.,
1992. ISBN: 0963457004
Kohan AL - Boiler Operator's Guide, McGraw-Hill Professional, 4th Ed., 1997. ISBN:
0070365741
Kakac S, Liu H - Heat Exchangers: Selection, Rating and Thermal Design, 2nd Ed., CRC Press,
2002. ISBN: 0849309026
Ramesh KS, Sekulic DP - Fundamentals of Heat Exchanger Design, Wiley, 2002. ISBN:
0471321710
Recknagel, Sprenger - Manual de Calefacción y Climatización, Editorial Blume, Madrid, 1974.
ISBN: 8472140571
ASHRAE - HVAC Systems and Equipment Handbook (SI), 2008, ASHRAE. ISBN: 9781933742335
Duffie JA, Beckman WA - Solar Engineering of Thermal Processes, 2nd Ed., John Wiley, 1991.
ISBN 0471510564
Jutglar L - Energia solar, Ceac, 2004. ISBN: 8432910635
EN 12975 - Thermal Solar Systems and Components - Solar Collectors : Part 1 - General
Requirements, Part 2 - Test Methods, CEN, 2005
Raznjevic K - Handbook of Thermodynamic Tables, Begell House, Inc., 2nd Rev. Ed., 1995. ISBN:
1567000460
Final written exam (75%); oral presentation (25%).
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
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Title:
Refrigeration Systems
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Code:
636116
Year/Semester:
1st / 2nd
ECTS:
6
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Instructor:
João Manuel Nogueira Malça de Matos Ferreira
Study plan:
Introduction.
Refrigeration cycles.
Refrigerants.
Refrigeration compressors.
Evaporators and condensers.
Management and control.
Heat load calculations.
Transport and conservation of perishable products.
Refrigeration systems.
Portuguese
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
14
1
Lectures
TheoreticalPractical
14
1
Lectures and problem solving
Practical
28
2
Laboratory work and field visits
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
The main aims of this course unit are:
To understand the thermodynamic mechanisms that govern refrigeration applications;
To distinguish the main components of refrigeration systems and how they interact to
refrigerate;
To select main components and accessories for a refrigeration system.
At the end of this course unit the learner is expected to be able to:
Integrate refrigeration fundamentals with refrigeration systems design;
Describe the main components of a refrigeration system;
Design a refrigeration system for a specific application.
Malça J - Instalações Frigoríficas: Textos de apoio da disciplina, 2009
Stoecker WF - Industrial Refrigeration Handbook, McGraw-Hill, 1998. ISBN 0-070-61623-X
Creus J - Tratado Prático de Refrigeração Automática, Dinalivro, Lisboa, 1978. ISBN: 972-576129-4
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Progress
assessment:
Dossat R, Horan TJ - Principles of Refrigeration, 5th Ed., Prentice Hall, 2001. ISBN: 0-13027270-1
Stoecker WF, Jabardo JM - Refrigeração Industrial, Ed. Edgard Blucher, São Paulo, 1994
Cook N - Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Technology, Macmillan Education, 1995. ISBN: 0333-60958-1
Mejias A - Refrigeration License Examinations, Ed. Thomson-Arco, 2002. ISBN: 0-7689-1019-6
Instituto Internacional del Frio - Guia del Transporte Frigorifico, Ed. Mundi-Prensa, Madrid,
2002. ISBN: 84-7114-898-6
Maake W, Eckert HJ, Cauchepin JL - Le Pohlmann: manuel technique du froid, 2ème ed., PYC
Edition, Paris, 1993. ISBN: 2-85330-127-3
Monteiro V - Novas Técnicas de Refrigeração Comercial em Hotelaria, Vol. I, Lidel, 2001. ISBN:
972-757-126-3
Monteiro V - Novas Técnicas de Refrigeração Comercial em Hotelaria, Vol. II, Lidel, 2002. ISBN:
972-757-144-1
Costa EC - Refrigeração, 3ª Ed, Ed. Edgard Blucher Lda., São Paulo, 1982
McQuiston F, Parker J - Heating, Ventilating and Air-Conditioning: Analysis and Design, 4th Ed.,
John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 1993. ISBN: 0-471-58107-0
Kutz M - Mechanical Engineers’ Handbook, 2nd Ed., John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 1998. ISBN: 0-47113007-9
Trott A - Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning, 2nd Ed., Butterworths, 1989. ISBN: 0-408-03789-X
Maake W, Eckert HJ, Cauchepin JL - Manuel technique du froid, 2e éd., PYC Edition, 1993.
ISBN: 2-85330-127-3
Rapin PJ - Instalaciones Frigorificas, Tomo I, Marcombo Boixareu editores, 1978. ISBN: 84-2670349-6
Rapin PJ - Instalaciones Frigorificas, Tomo II, Marcombo Boixareu editores, 1979. ISBN: 84-2670377-1
Dias A - Curso sobre Frio Industrial: Conservação de Alimentos pelo Frio, Ordem dos
Engenheiros, Lisboa, 1979
Távora V, Assis R - Projectos Industriais: Guia Metodológico e Implementação, 2ª ed., Lidel,
1989. ISBN: 972-9018-12-X
Rapin, PJ - Prontuario del Frio, 2ª ed., Editores Técnicos Asociados, SA, Barcelona, 1976. ISBN:
84-7146-062-90
Final written exam (60%); project (25%); written report(s) (15%).
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
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Title:
Mechanical Behaviour of Materials in Service
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Code:
636105
Year/Semester:
1st / 2nd
ECTS:
6
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Instructor:
Luís Filipe Pires Borrego
Study plan:
Main rupture and failure modes in mechanical components: excessive elastic deformation;
plastic deformation; ductile fracture; stress corrosion; brittle fracture; creep; fatigue.
Materials fatigue: high-cycle fatigue; characterization of the fatigue process; main fatigue
parameters; representation of fatigue data; type of fatigue tests; low-cycle fatigue; behaviour
of metals to cyclic plastic deformation; deformation-life curves; experimental determination of
the basic fatigue parameters; life prediction of notched components; conditions for initiation
and propagation of fatigue cracks.
Linear elastic fracture mechanics: introduction; Griffith’s theory; rupture modes; definition of
the stress intensity factor; stress field at the crack tip in a linear elastic body; critical value of
the stress intensity factor; plastic zone at the crack tip; variation of toughness with thickness
and temperature; experimental determination of Kc; linear elastic fracture mechanics
applications.
Elastic-plastic fracture mechanics: parameters COD and J integral; experimental
determination; elastic-plastic fracture mechanics applications.
Stress corrosion: introduction; stress corrosion tests; da/dt-K curves; application of the da/dt-K
curves.
Application of fracture mechanics to fatigue: introduction; da/dN-K curves; threshold of a
fatigue crack; mean stress effect; the crack closure phenomenon; effect of other parameters;
main crack propagation laws; crack growth under variable amplitude loading; application of
the da/dN-K curves.
Creep and stress relaxation: fundamental concepts; long duration creep tests; equipment used
in creep tests; stress relaxation and recovery; elementary problems in creep design.
Portuguese and English
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
28
2
Lectures
TheoreticalPractical
28
2
Problem solving
Practical
Tutorial
guidance
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
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Learning
objectives:
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
The main aims of this unit are:
Understand the concepts and procedures about the fundamental tools in design and control of
mechanical components failure, taking into account their service conditions;
The application of these concepts and tools covers a wide area of application, namely, in
aerospace, aeronautic and naval industries, in the design of transport vehicles and pressure
vessels, and also in several other components and structures subjected to static or dynamic
loadings.
At the end of this unit the student is expected to be able to:
Identify the failure modes in mechanical components;
Determine the fatigue initiation life of metals using the basic fatigue parameters;
Apply fracture mechanics in the design of mechanical components and structures under
monotonic loads, stress corrosion and fatigue loading;
Apply creep and stress relaxation concepts and experimental data in design.
Borrego LP - Complementos da Fadiga de Materiais, Textos Pedagógicos, ISEC, 2002
Borrego LP - Aplicação da Mecânica da Fractura à Fadiga, Textos Pedagógicos, ISEC, 2002
Borrego LP, Branco RS - Colectânea de Problemas Teórico-Práticos, ISEC, 2002
Branco CM, Fernandes AA, Castro PT - Fadiga de Estruturas Soldadas, Fundação Calouste
Gulbenkian, 1986
Hertzberg RW - Deformation and Fracture Mechanics of Engineering Materials, Ed. John Wiley
Sons, 1987, ISBN O-471-61722-9
Dowling N - Mechanical Behavior of Materials: Engineering Methods for Deformation, Fracture
and Fatigue, Prentice-Hall, 1999, ISBN 0-13-905-720-X
Ellyn F, Fatigue Damage, Crack Growth and Life Prediction, Chapman & Hall, 1997, ISBN 0-41259600-8
Final written exam (100%).
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
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Title:
Materials Selection
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Code:
636107
Year/Semester:
1st / 2nd
ECTS:
6
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Instructor:
Fernando António Gaspar Simões
Study plan:
Metallic materials: AISI steels classification; carbon steels and alloyed steels; stainless steels;
tool steels; cast iron; aluminium and aluminium alloys; copper and copper alloys; magnesium
and magnesium alloys; titanium and titanium alloys; zinc and zinc alloys; nickel and nickel
alloys; properties, applications and processing techniques of metals and metal alloys.
Polymeric materials: classification and general properties of thermoplastics, thermosetting
and elastomers; properties and applications of major thermoplastic materials, thermosetting
and elastomers; thermoplastics and thermosetting processing.
Ceramic materials: classification and general properties of traditional ceramics, technical
ceramics and glasses; properties and applications of major traditional ceramics, technical
ceramics and glasses; processing of traditional ceramics, technical ceramics and glasses.
Composite materials: classification of composites according to the matrix and reinforcement;
polymeric matrix composites and fibre reinforcement, different types of fibres; metal matrix
composites and ceramic matrix; laminated composites; processing methods.
Materials properties: mechanical, thermal, electrical and chemical. Other materials properties
or parameters: density, colour, transparency, cost or price, availability and processability.
Properties quantification: tables; simple and double-input graphs.
Correlation between function, material, shape and process. Candidate’s materials selection
without considering the shape and taking into account the shape.
Manufacturing processes selection. Manufacturing processes classification. Processes
attributes: types of attributes; definitions of minimum section and roughness; complexity, size
and of the area calculations; processes choose. Calculation of the cost per unit of output and
best process selection.
Materials selection by decision matrix. Requirements comparison by importance factors.
Materials comparison considering each requirement by importance factors. Decision matrix
establishment. Case-study.
Portuguese and English
Language:
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
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Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
28
2
Lectures
TheoreticalPractical
28
2
Resolution of exercises and
applications (case-study)
Practical
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
The main objectives of this course unit are:
Characterization of the main classes of engineering materials, approaching the polymeric,
ceramic and composite materials, in comparison with metallic materials;
Description of materials processing methods. Presentation of the basic properties of materials
and examples of industrial applications;
Materials selection in function of the requirements imposed by the project, by the processing
methods and by economic demands.
Upon completion of this unit, the student should be able to:
Characterize structural engineering materials;
Describe and apply materials selection methods.
Smith WF - Princípios da Ciência e Engenharia de Materiais, 3.ª Ed., McGraw-Hill, 1998, ISBN
972-8298-68-4
Barralis J, Maeder G - Prontuário de Metalurgia, Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian, 1997, ISBN
972-31-1106-3
Honeycombe RWK - Aços, Microestrutura e Propriedades, Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian,
1981
Mano E, Mendes L - Introdução a Polímeros, Edgard Bucher, 2004, ISBN 85-212-0247-4
Callister JrWD - Materials Science and Engineering: an Introduction, Ed. John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
Ashby MF, Shercliff H, Cebon D - Materials Enginnering, Science, Processing and Design,
Elsevier Butterworth-Heinemann, 2007, ISBN 978-0-7506-8391-3
Ashby MF - Materials Selection in Mechanical Design, 3rd Ed., Elsevier Butterworth-Heineman,
2005, ISBN 978-0-7506-6168-3
Cardelli F - Materials Handbook: A Concise Desktop Reference, 2nd Ed., Springer, 2000, ISBN
978-1-85233-043-9
Final written exam (100%).
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
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Title:
Manufacturing Technologies
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Code:
636106
Year/Semester:
1st / 2nd
ECTS:
6
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Instructor:
Daniel José Pais Gomes de Campos
Study plan:
EDM technology: introduction; types of EDM; operating principles, work procedures and
parameters adjustment; electrodes and their materials; dielectric fluids; dry cleaning; surface
quality; fixing electrodes, EDM wire, EDM group.
Reverse engineering: introduction; three-dimensional scanning; surface scanning; scanning
and surface modelling; continuous scanning; interfaces to CAD systems; coordinate measuring
machines (CMM).
Rapid prototyping: introduction; traditional prototyping technologies, rapid prototyping;
stereolithography (SL or SLA); laminated object manufacturing (LOM), selective laser sintering
(SLS), three-dimensional printing (TDP); fused deposition modelling (FDM); thermojet;
prototype conversion to obtain functional prototypes; prototype conversion of plastic parts;
prototype conversion without metal parts; rapid tooling (RT).
High speed machining: introduction; historical concepts and applications; tools;
characterization of high speed facilities; importance of setting and balancing tools.
Portuguese
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Theoretical
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
28
2
Lectures
28
2
Study visits to laboratories and
factories
TheoreticalPractical
Practical
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
The main aim of this course unit is:
Raising awareness and knowledge of advanced manufacturing processes and their applications
in industry.
At the end of this course unit is the learner is expected to be able to:
Have knowledge of advanced manufacturing processes.
Relvas C - Controlo Numérico Computorizado, Edições Técnicas, Porto, Mar 200’0. ISBN:
9729579466
Alves FJL, Braga FJS, Simão MS, Neto RJL, Duarte TMGP - Prototipagem Rápida, Protoclick,
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
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Progress
assessment:
Porto, 2001. ISBN: 9729537615
CENTIMFE - Manual do Projectista para Moldes de Injecção de Plástico, Marinha Grande,
2003-2004. ISBN: 972-98872-1-7
Santos, JSO, Quintino L, Miranda RM - Processamento de Materiais por Feixes de Electrões,
Laser e Jacto de Água, Instituto de Soldadura e Qualidade, 1991. ISBN: 972-9228-11-6
Santos AV, e outros - Usinagem em Altíssimas Velocidades, Érica, São Paulo, 2006. ISBN: 857194-974-3
Final written exam (100%).
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Title:
Industrial Equipments
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Code:
636110
Year /Semester:
1st / 2nd
ECTS:
6
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Instructor:
Study plan:
António Mário Velindro dos Santos Rodrigues
Mechanical power transmissions systems.
Industrial tubing and pipes.
Pneumatic systems.
Hydraulic transmissions.
Industrial valves.
Hoist and lifting equipments.
Portuguese
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
28
2
Lectures
TheoreticalPractical
28
2
Lectures and/or problem solving
Practical
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
The main aim of this course unit is:
To provide students knowledge about equipment installed in the different sectors of industry.
At the end of this course unit the student is expected to be able to:
Know how to select the proper equipment in the various topics discussed during seminars.
Rodrigues AMVS, Apontamentos de apoio à disciplina
Technical Catalogues
Final written exam (100%).
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
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Title:
HVAC Installations
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Code:
636115
Year/Semester:
1st / 2nd
ECTS:
6
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Instructor:
Pedro António Quinta Ferreira Miraldo
Study plan:
Introduction.
Comfort environment and indoor air quality.
Calculation of thermal loads.
Psychometrics.
Main HVAC systems.
Installation and maintenance of HVAC systems.
Energy and indoor air quality audits.
Electrical switchboards and control systems.
Legislation, standards and regulations.
Portuguese
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
14
1
Lectures
TheoreticalPractical
14
1
Problem solving
Practical
28
2
Laboratory work
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
The main goals of this unit are:
To study the several types of air conditioning systems, deepening the knowledge about the
most common ones;
To develop in the students the competences and the necessary capacities to work in the
domains of project, installation and maintenance of HVAC systems.
At the end of this course unit the student is expected to:
Have the capacity to execute the thermal project, as well as to carry out energetic auditing to
buildings;
Have the capacity to prepare and supervise the execution of installations of heating,
ventilation and air conditioning.
Be able to plan and to execute maintenance programs and activities respecting fluids networks
and thermal equipments systems.
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
Miraldo P - Instalações de AVAC: Apontamentos de apoio à disciplina, 2009
Carrier Air Conditioning Co. - Handbook of Air Conditioning System Design, McGraw-Hill
Recknagel H, Sprenger E, Schramek ER - Le Recknagel: Manuel Pratique du Génie Climatique,
PYC Livres
Rietschel H - Traité de chauffage et de climatisation, Dunod
Osborne WC, Turner CG - Practical Guide to Fan Engineering, Woods of Colchester Limited
Documents
Catalogues of equipments
Final written exam (100%)
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
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Title:
Fluid Networks
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Code:
636118
Year/Semester:
1st / 2nd
ECTS:
6
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Instructor:
João Carlos Antunes Ferreira Mendes
Study plan:
Introduction.
Piping system design.
Pipes: materials; production processes; standard pipe dimensions.
Pipe assembly systems and connectors.
Valves.
Expansion joints.
Steam traps, separators and filters.
Flexibility in piping: pipe supports.
Examples of industrial installations: piping drawings.
Standards and project codes, construction and certification.
Project of special fluids networks.
Portuguese
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
28
2
Lectures
TheoreticalPractical
14
1
Study visits and seminars
Practical
14
1
Project
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
The main aims of this course unit are:
Theoretical and practical approach on the fundamental core aspects of fluid networks,
introducing the components, materials, technical terminology and methodologies useful to the
design, project and construction of industrial piping;
Develop group work skills.
At the end of this course unit the student is expected to be able to:
Design, create, manage and supervise the installation of fluid networks projects;
Plan and carry out programs and activities related to fluid network maintenance.
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
Teles PCS - Tubulações Industriais: Materiais, Projecto, Montagem. Livros Técnicos e
Científicos Editora S.A., 9ª edição, 1997. ISBN 85-216-1119-6
Teles, PCS - Tubulações Industriais: Cálculo. Livros Técnicos e Científicos Editora S.A., 9ª
edição, 1997. ISBN 85-216-1167-6
Carrier International Limited - Manual de Aire Condicionado. Marcombo Editores, 1992. ISBN
84-267-0115-9.
Final written exam (50%); project (50%).
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Title:
Energy and Environment
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Code:
636117
Year/Semester:
1st / 2nd
ECTS:
6
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Instructor:
João Manuel Nogueira Malça de Matos Ferreira
Study plan:
Introduction.
Energy demand and supply.
Energy audits.
The management system of intensive energy consumption.
Energy efficiency in end-use facilities.
Sustainable development.
Life cycle assessment.
Industrial ecology.
Environment management systems.
Portuguese
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instruction:
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28
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guidance
Learning
objectives:
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
The main aims of this course unit are:
To introduce major concepts in the energy and environment arenas;
To acquire the knowledge, tools and skills for a successful career in the energy and
environmental fields, namely in terms of energy and environmental policy and management.
At the end of this course unit the learner is expected to be able to:
Perform energy audits and develop energy consumption rationalization plans;
Understand how different methodologies, techniques and tools can help designers and
decision-makers in dealing with energy and environmental issues.
DGE/ Ministério da Economia - Energia Portugal 2001, 2002. ISBN 972 8268-24-6
ADENE / INETI - Fórum Energias Renováveis em Portugal, 2002
Ministério da Economia - E4 - Eficiência energética e energias Endógenas , 2001
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
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Progress
assessment:
ADENE - Relatório de Auditoria Energética, 2002.
BCSD Portugal/ ISR Coimbra - Manual de Boas Práticas de Eficiência Energética, 2005.
Centro para a Conservação de Energia - Manual do Gestor de Energia, 1997. ISBN 972-970940-8
Ordem dos Engenheiros - A eficiência energética como factor de poupança: das ideias ao
projecto, 2001. ISBN 972-97231-8-4
ADENE/ DGE/ INETI - AQSP - Água Quente Solar para Portugal, 2001. ISBN 972-8646-02-0X
Comissão para as Alterações Climáticas - Programa Nacional para as Alterações Climáticas
(PNAC), 2006
Ferrão P - Introdução à gestão ambiental: A avaliação do ciclo de vida de produtos. IST Press,
1998
Sonnemann G, Castells F, Schuhmacher M - Integrated life-cycle and risk assessment for
industrial processes. Lewis Publishers, 2004
Graedel, TE, Allenby, BR - Industrial Ecology and the Automobile. Prentice Hall, 1997
Ayres, RU, Ayres, LW - Handbook of Industrial Ecology. Edward Elgar Publishing, 2002
European directives and regulations, and portuguese legislation.
Other reports and scientific articles.
Final written exam (70%); written report(s) (30%).
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Title:
Computer-Aided Analysis of Mechanical Systems
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Code:
636108
Year/Semester:
1st / 2nd
ECTS:
6
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Instructor:
Urbano Manuel de Oliveira Ramos
Study plan:
Finite element method: types of elements, stiffness matrices, boundary conditions and loads.
Using SolidWorks simulation for computer aided analysis of mechanical systems: static,
buckling and dynamic analysis.
Optimization of mechanical components.
Portuguese
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Theoretical
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
14
1
Lectures
42
3
Laboratory work
TheoreticalPractical
Practical
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
The main aim of this course unit is:
To learn how to use FEM commercial programs in linear static, buckling and dynamics analysis.
At the end of this course unit the student is expected to be able to:
Compute any mechanical system or mechanical component;
Use any commercial program of FEM.
Thompson EG - An Introduction to the Finite Element Method, John Wiley & Sons, 2005
Cook RD - Finite Element Modeling for Stress Analysis, John Wiley & Sons, 2004
Filho AA - Elementos Finitos: A Base da Tecnologia CAE - Análise Dinâmica, Ed. Erica, 2005
SolidWorks Simulation 2009 - Manual
Laboratory work, with final written report and oral presentation (100%).
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Mestrado em Equipamentos e Sistemas Mecânicos /
Master in Mechanical Equipments and Systems
Ficha de Unidade Curricular / Course Unit Description
Title:
Alternative Energies
Scientific Area:
Code:
Mechanical Engineering
Master in Mechanical Equipments and Systems – Project, Installation and Maintenance of
Thermal Systems
636112
Year/Semester:
1st / 2nd
ECTS:
6
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Instructor:
Anabela Duarte Carvalho
Study plan:
Introducing alternative energy sources: national availability; Installed power; contribution to a
sustainable future.
Legislation and economical aspects: energy policies; incentives; microgeneration legislation.
Solar photovoltaics: the nature and availability of solar radiation; PV technologies; electrical
characteristics; PV systems.
Geothermal energy: overview; geothermal resources; technologies for geothermal resource
exploitation.
Fuel cells: overview; fuel cell technologies; fuel cell applications; hydrogen production.
Solid biomass: combustion systems; applications; design considerations.
Gaseous fuels from biomass (biogas): production and exploitation; environmental benefits and
impacts, applications.
Liquid fuels from biomass (liquid biofuels): production; application in transports.
Wave and tidal energy: technologies; future prospects.
Hydroelectricity: small scale hydroelectricity; technologies; applications.
Wind energy: wind energy potential; technologies; design considerations; applications.
Solar thermal energy: introducing solar thermal energy; solar thermal energy systems; design
considerations.
Portuguese and English
Course:
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
28
2
Lectures
TheoreticalPractical
14
1
Lectures, problem solving, casestudies presentation
Practical
14
1
Laboratory visits, power plant visits,
use of software tools, case-studies
analysis
Tutorial
guidance
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Mestrado em Equipamentos e Sistemas Mecânicos /
Learning
objectives:
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
The main aims of this course unit are:Master in Mechanical Equipments and Systems
To familiarize students with the different
of alternative
energy
sources.
Fichaforms
de Unidade
Curricular
/ Course
Unit Description
To develop the knowledge and analytical skills needed for selection of the more appropriate
alternative energy systems.
At the end of this course unit is the learner is expected to be able to:
Investigate and select solutions of production of energy from alternative energy sources,
taking into account factors such as efficiency, safety and environmental impact.
Boyle G - Renewable Energy: Power for a Sustainable Future, Oxford University Press, 2004,
ISBN 0-19-926178-4
Sathyajith M - Wind Energy: Fundamentals, Resource Analysis and Economics, Springer, 2006,
ISBN 978-3-540-30905-5
Gasquet HL - Manual Teórico y Prático sobre los Sistemas Solares Fotovoltaicos, 2004
Patel M - Wind and Solar Power Systems: Design, Analysis and Operation, 2nd Ed., 2006
Adene/Areac - Energias Renováveis em Meio Urbano, 2005
Malça J - Biocombustíveis para o sector dos transportes, 2009
Final written exam (70%); written report(s) (30%)
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
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Title:
Wear and Corrosion
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Code:
636104
Year/Semester:
1st / 1st
ECTS:
6
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Instructor:
João Miguel Maia Carrapichano
Study plan:
Introduction to tribology: significance, origins and objectives; economic impact.
Friction and wear: friction fundamentals; surface effects in tribology - adsorption, surface
topography, measurement of surface roughness; friction models; friction values and friction
influent parameters; energy dissipation by friction; wear mechanisms; wear laws; wear
influent parameters; wear maps.
Materials for tribological applications: tribological and metallurgical compatibility;
conventional and novel materials; surface preparation techniques for tribological applications;
coatings and surface treatments.
Lubrication and lubricants: lubrication significance and objectives; lubrication regimes; dry or
solid lubrication; self lubrication; lubricant types; lubricant oils properties; viscosity; mineral
oils; synthetic oils; lubricant additives; solid lubricants and coatings; gaseous lubricants;
greases; transportation and lubricants applications.
Mechanical components for tribological applications: bearings - journal and thrust bearings,
plain and rolling bearings; seals - static, dynamic, pseudo-static.
Lubrication systems and components lubrication: plain and rolling bearings lubrication; gears
and roller chain lubrication; turbines and motors lubrication.
Tribological tests - equipments and methods; standard tests; applications.
Introduction to corrosion: definition; classification; corrosive environments; corrosion damage;
corrosion costs; corrosion engineering.
Electrochemical fundamentals of corrosion: electrochemical reactions; standard electrode
potentials; Nernst equation; electrochemical cells.
Corrosion kinetics: corrosion rate units; Faraday’s law; polarisation; passivation; effect of
environmental variables on the corrosion rate.
Types of corrosion: uniform corrosion; galvanic corrosion; crevice corrosion; pitting corrosion;
intergranular corrosion; selective corrosion; erosion corrosion; stress corrosion.
Corrosion prevention: materials selection; modification of environment; design; metallic
coatings; non-metallic inorganic coatings; organic coatings; cathodic and anodic protection.
High temperature corrosion: high temperature oxidation - protective oxide films, mechanisms
of oxidation, oxidation kinetics, resistance of metals to oxidation; other mechanisms of high
temperature corrosion.
Portuguese and English
Language:
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
28
2
Lectures
TheoreticalPractical
14
1
Resolution of exercises
Practical
14
1
Measurement techniques,
applications and laboratory work
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
The main objectives of this course unit are:
To study surfaces engineering and processes of interacting surfaces in relative motion, as
friction, wear, lubrication and lubricants;
To study materials for tribological applications, lubrication systems and components
lubrication;
To introduce the use of experimental methods in tribology;
To study corrosion mechanisms and forms;
To study different methods of corrosion control.
Upon completion of this unit, the student should be able to:
Understand, measure and control wear phenomena in materials of mechanical components
and systems;
Use laboratory techniques and equipments in tribological studies and interpret experimental
results;
Understand the corrosion principles and common corrosion forms;
Be aware of methods used to mitigate and prevent corrosion.
Stachowiak GW, Batchelor AW - Engineering Tribology. 2nd Ed., Butterwort-Heinemann, 2001,
ISBN 0750673044
Ludema KC, Friction, Wear - Lubrication: A Textbook in Tribology. CRC Press, 1996, ISBN
0849326850
Ferreira LA – Tribologia: Notas de Curso. Publindústria, Porto, 1998, ISBN 9729579458
Pina da Silva FA - Tribologia. Vol. I, Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian, Lisboa, 1985, ISBN
9723101904
Fontana MG - Corrosion Engineering. 3rd Ed., McGraw-Hill, New York, 1986, ISBN 0071003606
Gentil V - Corrosão. 5.ª Ed., LTC - Livros Técnicos e Científicos, Rio de Janeiro, 2007, ISBN
9788521615569
Valente AJM, Lobo VMM – Corrosão: Fundamentos, Prevenção e Efluentes. ECEMEI, Rio Tinto,
2000, ISBN 9729486042
Final written exam (75%); laboratory work (25%).
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Title:
Mechanical Structures
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Code:
636103
Year/Semester:
1st / 1st
ECTS:
6
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Instructor:
Luis Manuel Ferreira Roseiro
Study plan:
Strain gauges and extensometry.
Statically indeterminate beams: types of statically indeterminate beams; the integration
method; the superposition method.
Stress transformations: stress at a general point; equilibrium of the stress element; plane
stress; plane stress transformations; principal stresses; maximum shear stress; Mohr’s circle
for plane stress.
Strain transformations: plane strain; plane strain transformations; principal strains; maximum
shearing strain; Mohr’s circle for plane strain.
Buckling of columns: buckling of pin-ended columns; the effect of end conditions on column
buckling; the secant formula.
Energy methods: work and complementary work; strain energy and complementary energy;
elastic strain energy; work-energy principle for calculating deflections.
Portuguese
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
28
2
Lectures and analytical problem
solving
TheoreticalPractical
14
1
Problem solving and experimental
instruction
Practical
14
1
Laboratory work
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
The main aims of this course unit are:
To acquire and enhance knowledge about problems involving the design of mechanical
structures;
To introduce experimental methods for monitoring and/or assessing the integrity of
mechanical structures.
At the end of this course unit the learner is expected to be able to:
Apply analytical methods into the design of mechanical structures;
Apply analytical methods to verify the performance of existing mechanical structures;
Apply experimental techniques in monitoring the behavior of mechanical structures.
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
Beer F, Johnston E, DeWolf J - Mecânica dos Materiais, 3rd Ed., McGrawHill, 2003
Riley W, Sturges L, Morris D - Statics and Mechanics of Materials, John Wiley & Sons, 1996
Craig R - Mechanics of Materials, John Wiley & Sons, 1996
Final written exam (60%); laboratory work (40%).
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Title:
Instrumentation and Control
Scientific Area:
Code:
Mechanical Engineering
Master in Mechanical Equipments and Systems – Construction and Maintenance of
Mechanical Equipments and Project, Installation and Maintenance of Thermal Systems
636102
Year/Semester:
1st / 1st
ECTS:
6
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Instructor:
Carlos José de Oliveira Pereira e Jorge Alcobia; Pedro Jorge Borges Fontes Negrão Beirão
Study plan:
Types of applications of measurement instrumentation.
Generalized configurations and functional descriptions of measuring instruments.
Generalized performance characteristics of instruments (static and dynamic).
Sensors and transducers: motion, velocity, acceleration, force, torque, flow visualisation and
measurement, temperature, pressure and sound, humidity.
Introduction to control systems.
Response analysis.
Basic control actions.
Mathematical modeling of real systems.
Linear systems stability.
Error analysis.
Design and implementation of simple control systems using Matlab and Simulink.
Portuguese
Course:
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
14
1
Lectures
TheoreticalPractical
28
2
Problem solving
Practical
28
2
Laboratory work
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
The main aims of this course unit are:
To teach the students the importance of experimental methods in solving engineering
problems;
To explain the students how to operate, configure and select measuring systems;
To acquaintance the students with theoretical knowledge regarding control systems.
At the end of this course unit is the learner is expected to be able to:
Develop and implement data acquisition systems;
Design and analyse simple control systems.
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
Doebelin E - Measurement Systems: application and design, 4th ed., McGraw Hill, 1990, ISBN 007-017338-9
Silva G - Instrumentação Industrial, Vol. I, Escola Sup. de Tecnologia de Setúbal, 2004, ISBN
972-8431-22-8
Silva G - Instrumentação Industrial, Vol. II, Escola Sup. de Tecnologia de Setúbal, 2004, ISBN
972-8431-22-8
Holman J - Experimental Methods for Engineers, 6th ed., McGraw Hill, 1994, ISBN 0-07029666-9
Sinclair I - Sensors and Transducers, Butterworth-Heinemann, 2001, ISBN 0750649321
Measuring Sound, in: www.bksv.com
Measurement Microphones, in: www.bksv.com
Ogata K - Engenharia de Controle Moderno, Prentice Hall Brasil, 1997, ISBN: 85-7054-074-4
Distefano J, Stobberud A - Sistemas de Retroacção e Controlo, McGraw Hill
Dorf R, Bishop R - Modern Control Systems, 1998, ISBN: 0-201-32677-9
Kuo B - Sistemas de Controlo Automático, Prentice Hall
Ogata K - Matlab for Control Engineers, Pearson Prentice Hall, 2008, ISBN: 0-13-615077-2
Final written exam (60%); two practical tests (20% each).
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Title:
Computational Methods in Engineering
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering and Mathematics
Course:
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Code:
636101
Year/Semester:
1st / 1st
ECTS:
6
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Instructor:
Arménio António da Silva Correia
Study plan:
Theoretical-Practical
Laplace Transforms: definition and proprieties; table of Laplace transforms; inverse transform;
unit step function; second shifting theorem; Dirac’s delta function; transform of derivatives
and integrals; partial fractions; differential equations and systems of differential equations;
initial-value problems; the symbolic Matlab toolbox: Laplace and iLaplace functions numerical
methods using Matlab.
Solutions of equations in one variable: the bisection method; Newton’s method.
Interpolation and polynomial approximation: divided differences.
Numerical differentiation and integration.
Methods for ordinary first-order differential equations and systems and higher order
equations; initial-value problems.
Introduction to partial differential equations; heat equation; Laplace equation; wave equation;
boundary-value problems; numerical methods for partial differential equations; finite
difference methods; an introduction to the finite-element method.
Practical
Programming in Matlab: the Matlab workspace; M-files; getting help; comments; variables;
numbers; arrays; built-in functions; operators; expressions; reading and writing data;
assignment statement; conditional control statements; loop control statements; external and
inline functions; function handles; data import and export; 2D and 3D plotting.
Numerical methods using Matlab: error analysis; nonlinear equations; systems of linear
equations; study of functions; polynomials; linear, cubic spline and two-dimensional data
interpolation; curve fitting; finite difference methods.
Applications in Mechanical Engineering: The last classes are used for an implementation of a
final Matlab programming work with specific assignments for students of the specializations of
“Construction and Maintenance of Mechanical Equipments” and “Project, Installation and
Maintenance of Thermal Systems”.
Portuguese
Language:
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
TheoreticalPractical
28
2
Lectures and exercises:
mathematical and computational
implementation
Practical
42
3
Programming exercises and final
work
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
The main aims of this course unit are:
To apply methods of computational mathematics;
To study and apply Laplace Transforms and Numerical Methods using Matlab;
To learn Matlab.
At the end of this course unit the learner is expected to be able to:
Solve engineering problems, particularly in the areas of fluid mechanics and thermal systems
or in the areas of mechanical structures and component design, using methods of
computational mathematics;
Program in Matlab language.
Harman TL, Dabney JB, Richert NJ - Advanced Engineering Mathematics with MATLAB, Ed.
Brooks/Cole, 2000
Moler CB - Numerical Computing with MATLAB, Ed. Siam, 2004
Fausett L V - Applied Numerical Analysis Using MATLAB, Ed. Prentice Hall, 1999
Jaluria Y - Computer Methods for Engineering, Ed. Allyn and Bacon, Inc.
Hahn BD - Essential MATLAB for Scientists and Engineers, 3e, Ed. Pearson Education, 2002
Chapman SJ - MATLAB Programming for Engineers, 3e, Thomson Engineering, 2005
Morais V - MATLAB 7 & 6: Curso Completo, Ed. FCA, 2006
Correia A - Apontamentos de AM2 e Matemática Aplicada, ISEC, 2008
Grade A - Apontamentos das Aulas Práticas de MCE, ISEC, 2009
Kreyszig E - Advanced Engineering Mathematics, John Wiley & Sons
Burden RL, Douglas J - Numerical Analysis, Pws-Kent Publishing Company
There are two options:
First option:
- Applied work in Mechanical Engineering worth 60% of the final grade
- Theoretical-Practical activities (programming of mathematical methods) distributed over the
semester worth 40% of the final grade
Second option:
- Applied work in Mechanical Engineering worth 100% of the final grade
If students attend more than 70% of classes, 0.5 points are added to the final grade.
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Title:
Computational Methods in Engineering
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering and Mathematics
Course:
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Code:
636101
Year/Semester:
1st / 1st
ECTS:
6
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Instructor:
Arménio António da Silva Correia
Study plan:
Theoretical-Practical
Laplace Transforms: definition and proprieties; table of Laplace transforms; inverse transform;
unit step function; second shifting theorem; Dirac’s delta function; transform of derivatives
and integrals; partial fractions; differential equations and systems of differential equations;
initial-value problems; the symbolic Matlab toolbox: Laplace and iLaplace functions numerical
methods using Matlab.
Solutions of equations in one variable: the bisection method; Newton’s method.
Interpolation and polynomial approximation: divided differences.
Numerical differentiation and integration.
Methods for ordinary first-order differential equations and systems and higher order
equations; initial-value problems.
Introduction to partial differential equations; heat equation; Laplace equation; wave equation;
boundary-value problems; numerical methods for partial differential equations; finite
difference methods; an introduction to the finite-element method.
Practical
Programming in Matlab: the Matlab workspace; M-files; getting help; comments; variables;
numbers; arrays; built-in functions; operators; expressions; reading and writing data;
assignment statement; conditional control statements; loop control statements; external and
inline functions; function handles; data import and export; 2D and 3D plotting.
Numerical methods using Matlab: error analysis; nonlinear equations; systems of linear
equations; study of functions; polynomials; linear, cubic spline and two-dimensional data
interpolation; curve fitting; finite difference methods.
Applications in Mechanical Engineering: The last classes are used for an implementation of a
final Matlab programming work with specific assignments for students of the specializations of
“Construction and Maintenance of Mechanical Equipments” and “Project, Installation and
Maintenance of Thermal Systems”.
Portuguese
Language:
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
TheoreticalPractical
28
2
Lectures and exercises:
mathematical and computational
implementation
Practical
42
3
Programming exercises and final
work
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
Progress
assessment:
The main aims of this course unit are:
To apply methods of computational mathematics;
To study and apply Laplace Transforms and Numerical Methods using Matlab;
To learn Matlab.
At the end of this course unit the learner is expected to be able to:
Solve engineering problems, particularly in the areas of fluid mechanics and thermal systems
or in the areas of mechanical structures and component design, using methods of
computational mathematics;
Program in Matlab language.
Harman TL, Dabney JB, Richert NJ - Advanced Engineering Mathematics with MATLAB, Ed.
Brooks/Cole, 2000
Moler CB - Numerical Computing with MATLAB, Ed. Siam, 2004
Fausett L V - Applied Numerical Analysis Using MATLAB, Ed. Prentice Hall, 1999
Jaluria Y - Computer Methods for Engineering, Ed. Allyn and Bacon, Inc.
Hahn BD - Essential MATLAB for Scientists and Engineers, 3e, Ed. Pearson Education, 2002
Chapman SJ - MATLAB Programming for Engineers, 3e, Thomson Engineering, 2005
Morais V - MATLAB 7 & 6: Curso Completo, Ed. FCA, 2006
Correia A - Apontamentos de AM2 e Matemática Aplicada, ISEC, 2008
Grade A - Apontamentos das Aulas Práticas de MCE, ISEC, 2009
Kreyszig E - Advanced Engineering Mathematics, John Wiley & Sons
Burden RL, Douglas J - Numerical Analysis, Pws-Kent Publishing Company
There are two options:
First option:
- Applied work in Mechanical Engineering worth 60% of the final grade
- Theoretical-Practical activities (programming of mathematical methods) distributed over the
semester worth 40% of the final grade
Second option:
- Applied work in Mechanical Engineering worth 100% of the final grade
If students attend more than 70% of classes, 0.5 points are added to the final grade.
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Title:
Applied Thermodynamics
Scientific Area:
Mechanical Engineering
Course:
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Code:
636111
Year/Semester:
1st / 1st
ECTS:
6
Department:
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Instructor:
Gilberto Cordeiro Vaz
Study plan:
The first law of thermodynamics.
Heat transfer.
The second law of thermodynamics.
Entropy.
Exergy.
Gas power cycles.
Vapour power cycles.
Refrigeration cycles.
Combustion.
Portuguese and English
Language:
Type of
instruction:
Activities
Total Hours Hours/week
Comments
Theoretical
28
2
Lectures
TheoreticalPractical
28
2
Lectures and problem solving
Practical
Tutorial
guidance
Learning
objectives:
Generic
learning
outcomes and
competences:
Bibliography:
The main aims of this course unit are:
To increase the thermodynamics knowledge of the students.
To teach students the relevant thermodynamic concepts for the Master in Mechanical
Equipments and Systems – Project, Installation and Maintenance of Thermal Systems.
At the end of this course unit the learner is expected to be able to:
Identify, formulate and solve thermodynamic engineering problems.
Participate on design, selection, installation and maintenance of thermal systems.
Cengel YA, Boles MA - Termodinâmica, McGraw-Hill, 3 rd Ed., 2001. ISBN: 972-773-097-3.
Incropera FP, DeWitt DP - Fundamentos de Transferência de Calor e de Massa, LTC, 5th Ed.,
2003. ISBN: 85-216-1378-4
Master in Mechanical Engineering
Course Unit Description
Coimbra Institute of Engineering
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Progress
assessment:
Final written exam (100%).