Syllabus Information

5.1. Methodological overview

The methodology followed in this course is oriented towards achievement of the learning objectives. It promotes continuous work and focuses on the practical calculation and optimization of mechanical systems and automotive issues. A wide range of teaching and learning tasks are implemented, such as

• Lectures, where the whole group study the descriptive aspects of the systems. Design criteria, procedures and sample calculations for the different systems are covered with practical cases.
• Practice sessions to design and optimize vehicle bodies in white  and components in advanced materials through the management of numerical and experimental techniques. Actual design variables are handled.
• The assessment focuses on the practical aspects of design and calculation of the studied systems. The details are described in the "Assessment" section.

5.2. Learning tasks

The course includes the following learning tasks:

• A01 Lectures and practice sessions (45 hours). Presentation of contents, problem-solving tasks and case studies organized by teachers and visiting experts. Description of mechanical systems and vehicles, design procedures, calculation and test procedures.
• A02 Complementary activities (visits to facilities, etc.) 5,100
• A03 Laboratory sessions (15 hours). Sessions with small groups of students where they work in the computer or experimental laboratory to develop skills in solving actual problems and interpretation of results. Detailed information regarding these sessions is on the web.
• A04 Assignments
• A05 Autonomous work and study
• A06 Assessment tests

5.3. Syllabus

The course will address the following topics:

• Section 1. New technologies in machines
• Section 2. New technologies in vehicles

5.4. Course planning and calendar

The course has 45 hours organized within 15 weeks. Further information concerning the timetable, classroom, office hours, assessment dates and other details regarding this course, will be provided on the first day of class or please refer to the EINA website and http://add.unizar.es

5.5. Bibliography and recommended resources

• “Industria del plástico: plástico industrial” Richarson, Terry L. Richardson & Lokensgard. Madrid : Paraninfo, cop. 2003
• “Diseño y desarrollo de componentes de plástico inyectados(I): el material” J. Castany, J. Aisa, A. Martinez, Ed. Prensas de la Universidad de Zaragoza, 2013
• “Diseño y desarrollo de componentes de plástico inyectados (II): la pieza” J. Castany, J. Aisa, A. Martinez, F. Serraller, D. Mercado, J. Fuentelsaz. Ed. Prensas de la Universidad de Zaragoza, 2014.
• “Engineering Materials Handbook: Engineering Plastics”, ASM International, 1988
• “Plastics: Product Design and Process Engineering” / Belofsky, H.. Belofsky, H. Ed. Hanser “Propulsion Systems For Hybrid Vehicles” John M. Miller. IETLa bibliografía recomendada será transmitida el primer día de clase de cada módulo.
• “Automotive Safety Handbook”. Ulrich Seiffert and Lothar Wech. SAE International. 2007. ISBN. 978-0-7680-1798-4
• “Development in Lightweight Aluminium Alloys for Automotive Applications”. James M. Boileau. SAE. ISBN. 0-7680-1716-5
• “Ligthweight magnesium Technology: 2001-05” Thomas Ruden. SAE. 2006 ISBN 0-7680-1781-5
• “Engineering Plastics and Plastic Composites in Automotive Applications”. Kalyan Sehanobish. SAE 2009. ISBN 978-0-7680-1933-9
• “Materiales Compuestos” Vol. I y II. A. Miravete, E. Larrodé, L. Castejón, R. Clemente, M.A. Jiménez, M. Lizaranzu, J. Cuartero et al. Ed. Reverté. 2.004. I.S.B.N. de la obra completa : 84-921349-7-6.