MECH2400 Mechanical Systems Design 1 (University of Sydney): rated 3.4/5 overall across 6 reviews collected on USYD Wall.
MECH2400 is a University of Sydney course taught by the Faculty of Engineering in Aerospace, Mechanical and Mechatronic. This page brings together its handbook details and what USYD students say about it.
Review data updated 2026-10-24.
Chinese title: 机械系统设计1
Type: Undergraduate
Credit points: 6
Subject area: Aerospace, Mechanical and Mechatronic
Faculty: Faculty of Engineering
Level: Undergraduate Level 2
Handbook year: 2026
Aim: For students to experience a realistic the design process and to develop good engineering skills. Course Objectives- To develop an understanding of: 1) The need for and use of standard drawings in the communication and definition of parts and assemblies to AS1100; 2) Efficient use of a CAD package; 3) Creativity; 4) The design process from initial idea to finished product; 5) Methods used to analyse designs; 6) Appreciation and analysis of standard components; 7) An u…
MECH2400 has 6 scored reviews: overall 3.4/5 · usefulness 3.0 (all out of 5; higher difficulty means harder).
Sources: 2 StudentVIP reviews (average 3.0 stars); 4 Reddit comments that an AI model judged to be reviewing this course (average would-recommend 3.6/5).
On Reddit: "I mean in 3rd year mecheng it’s pretty normal to be doing a couple big units at once. Get a good group and you’ll be right if everyone works. Mech2400 can be fun but when I did it expect a few late nights or big days. Amme3500 has a high fail rate because of the maths in it. Rel…"
On Reddit: "I did it 2 years ago and the tutes were pretty chilled and non-compulsory then, but the quizzes were in the common tute (on friday for us)."
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Q: Is MECH2400 worth taking?
A: Averaged over 6 reviews: usefulness 3.0/5, overall 3.4/5.
Q: Which faculty teaches MECH2400, and when is it offered?
A: MECH2400 is taught by the Faculty of Engineering. Check the official handbook for the current year.
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