Engineering Mechanics (H1028)
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Engineering Mechanics
Module H1028
Module details for 2024/25.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 4
Module Outline
This module provides a comprehensive overview of the mechanical principles that underlie the design and operation of mechanical engineering systems. The module is structured into two sections: statics and dynamics.
The statics section initiates with the introduction of the fundamental concept of vectors, followed by an in-depth analysis of force and moment of force, static equilibrium, and the evaluation of plane trusses. Additionally, the module explores the topics of centroid and friction.
The dynamics section covers the kinematics of particles, including linear and curvilinear motion, as well as characteristics of motion in various reference systems. Kinematics of rigid bodies are also covered, including translation, rotation about a fixed axis, and plane motion. Further, we explore the kinetics of particles and rigid bodies, the application of Newton's second law, moments of inertia, impulse-momentum equation, angular momentum, impact, and the work-energy equation. Lastly, the dynamics of a rigid body rotating about a fixed axis and in plane motion are also introduced.
AHEP4 Learning Outcomes: C1, M1, C2, M2, C4, M4, C12, M12, C13, M13, C16, M16, C18, M18
Library
Engineering mechanic, Statics, Bedford, A, Fowler, W., any edition
Engineering mechanic, Statics and Dynamics, Bedford, A, Fowler, W., any edition
Engineering mechanics , Vol. 1, Statics, Meriam, J. L, Kraige, L.G., Wiley, any edition
Statics, Hibbeler, R.C., SI, ed. Pearson
Mechanics for engineers, Statics, Beer, F. P., Johnston, E. R., any edition
Engineering mechanics , Vol. 2 Dynamics, Meriam, J. L, Kraige, L.G.
Mechanics for engineers, Dynamics , Beer, F. P., Johnston, E. R.
Engineering mechanics, Dynamics, Hibbeler, R. C
Engineering mechanics, Dynamics, Shelley, J.F.,
Engineering vibration, Inman, D.J., 2008
Module learning outcomes
Analyse the equilibrium conditions of solid objects and determine whether statically determinate or indeterminate methods should be applied based on sound judgement.
Demonstrate an understanding of the concepts of velocity and acceleration and apply them to evaluate the motion of solid bodies in various scenarios.
Apply the principles and concepts governing the interactions between solid bodies to analyse and predict their motion in real-world scenarios.
Explain the basic theory and concepts of mechanical vibrations of structures and calculate the main characteristics of motion.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Based Exam | Semester 2 Assessment | 75.00% |
| Coursework | 25.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Report | T2 Week 7 | 20.00% |
| Problem Set | T2 Week 11 | 20.00% |
| Group written submission | T2 Week 6 | 20.00% |
| Problem Set | T2 Week 4 | 20.00% |
| Report | T2 Week 9 | 20.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Practical | 1 hour | 00001000000 |
| Spring Semester | Seminar | 3 hours | 01000000000 |
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 11111111111 |
| Spring Semester | Laboratory | 3 hours | 00000010100 |
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 2 hours | 11111111111 |
| Spring Semester | Workshop | 1 hour | 01010101010 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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