Training the design of machine elements by focusing on improving problem solving skill

Improving the specialized problem solving skill is necessary for solving specialized problems at work because the correct and timely solution of work problems increases productivity and prevents its possible corresponding damages. Improving this skill is necessary for all people with any job, especially people with academic education in all fields of study. Machine design is one of the most important specializations of mechanical engineering and mechanical engineering of biosystems which students need to learn it well during their studies. Due to the high importance of specialized problem-solving skill, the necessity of proper implementation of the design process to solve various problems, and the effective role of education in improving this skill, the purpose of the present research is to review various materials in the field of teaching the design of machine elements with a focus on problem solving skill. In addition to teaching a suitable textbook, solving the home works of the textbook, and writing tests, teaching the design of machine elements requires five main components including 1. Idea generation, 2. Safety considerations, 3. Design of the day, 4. Improving designers’ responsibility, and 5. Conducting a project. Considering these cases in the educational course, a strong foundation and an important stimulus is provided for students to enter real design and product manufacturing with a problem solving approach.