MECH4502 Analysis and Design of Machine Components (University of Western Australia): rated 3.9/5 overall across 1 review collected on UWA Wall.
MECH4502 is a University of Western Australia course taught by the Engineering in Engineering And Related Technologies. This page brings together its handbook details and what UWA students say about it.
Review data updated 2026-10-24.
Chinese title: 机械零部件分析与设计
Type: Undergraduate/Postgraduate unit
Credit points: 6
Subject area: Engineering And Related Technologies
Faculty: Engineering
Level: Undergraduate Level 4
Handbook year: 2026
This unit covers the principles of analysis and design of machines' mechanical components and, to some extent, their assemblies using the principles of solid mechanics and engineering standards/codes, introduces students to professional engineering practice (including use of professional references, Australian and international standards and design codes), and provides students with hands-on experience in the mechanical engineering design process.
MECH4502 has 1 scored review: overall 3.9/5 (all out of 5; higher difficulty means harder).
Sources: 1 Reddit comment that an AI model judged to be reviewing this course (average would-recommend 3.9/5).
On Reddit: "Workload highest to lowest: * MECH3424 and GENG3402 are for me the highest workload. MECH3424 requires a final exam, two lab reports, and weekly online quizzes. (open book) GENG3402 requires a final exam, two midterms, and compulsory weekly practicals with a quiz for each practi…"
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Q: Is MECH4502 worth taking?
A: Averaged over 1 review: overall 3.9/5. Only a few reviews so far, so treat this as a rough guide.
Q: Which faculty teaches MECH4502, and when is it offered?
A: MECH4502 is taught by the Engineering. Check the official handbook for the current year.
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