Mechanical Designing Practice Exam
Mechanical Designing Practice Exam
About Mechanical Designing Exam
The Mechanical Designing Practice Exam is created to test your ability to plan, model, and detail mechanical systems using standard tools and principles. This exam covers topics from basic design concepts to advanced analysis methods. Whether you are a student preparing for a design role or a professional seeking to validate your skills, this exam will help showcase your mechanical design expertise.
Who should take the exam?
This exam is ideal for:
- Mechanical engineering students
- CAD and design professionals
- Project and product development engineers
- Quality and maintenance engineers involved in design
- Anyone aiming to build or prove mechanical design skills
Skills required
- Basic understanding of engineering drawing and sketching
- Familiarity with CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or CATIA
- Knowledge of material properties and selection criteria
- Grasp of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
- Ability to interpret and create assembly drawings
Knowledge gained
- Clear grasp of mechanical design principles and workflows
- Proficiency in creating 2D and 3D models using CAD tools
- Ability to select appropriate materials based on mechanical properties
- Understanding of machine components and their functions
- Skills in applying tolerance and fit standards for assemblies
- Introduction to simulation techniques for stress, strain, and thermal analysis
Course Outline
The Mechanical Designing Exam covers the following topics -
Domain 1 – Fundamentals of Mechanical Design
- Introduction to the design process
- Engineering drawing conventions and symbols
- Design documentation and version control
Domain 2 – Computer Aided Design Tools
- Overview of leading CAD platforms
- Sketch creation and part modeling
- Assembly creation and management
Domain 3 – Material Selection and Properties
- Common metals, plastics, and composites
- Mechanical properties: strength, stiffness, hardness
- Criteria for material selection in design
Domain 4 – Machine Components and Mechanisms
- Gear types and design considerations
- Belts, chains, and pulley systems
- Bearings, shafts, and fasteners
Domain 5 – Sizing, Tolerance, and Fits
- Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing standards
- Clearance, interference, and transition fits
- Surface finish, roughness, and their impact on function
Domain 6 – Assembly Design and Detailing
- Exploded views and section drawings
- Preparing a bill of materials
- Design for manufacturability and assembly
Domain 7 – Simulation and Analysis
- Introduction to finite element analysis (FEA)
- Stress and deformation analysis
- Basic thermal and modal analysis
Domain 8 – Industry Standards and Best Practices
- International design codes (ISO, ASME)
- Applying safety factors and design validation
- Conducting design reviews and maintaining records
