Module Details

Module Code: MECH7026
Title: Engineering Dynamics 1
Long Title: Engineering Dynamics 1
NFQ Level: Intermediate
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2016/17 ( September 2016 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 5211 - Mechanical Engineering
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: The module develops the fundamental principles of the dynamics of particles and particle systems. The application of these principles to practical engineering problems is emphasised.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Describe real world dynamics problems using fundamental mathematical approaches.
LO2 Analyse velocity and acceleration of particles and particle systems by applying the principles of kinematics.
LO3 Apply appropriate methods such as Newton's second law, work and energy principles, and impulse and momentum methods to analyse the kinetics of particles and particle systems.
LO4 Undertake experimental analysis of various machine systems, writing clear and concise laboratory reports to communicate findings.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
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Incompatible Modules
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Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Introduction to Dynamics
Basic concepts, Newton's laws, units, gravitation
Kinematics of Particles
Rectilinear motion, plane curvilinear motion, coordinate systems, relative motion, constrained motion of connected particles.
Kinetics of Particles
Force, mass and acceleration, work and energy, impulse and momentum, impact, central-force motion.
Kinetics of Systems of Particles
Generalise Newton's second law, work-energy, impulse-momentum, conservation of energy and momentum, steady mass flow, variable mass.
Vibrations and Time Response
Simple harmonic motion with one degree of freedom
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework40.00%
End of Module Formal Examination60.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 20
Timing Week 6 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Assessment Description
Kinematics of particles, Kinetics of particles
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 20
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,4
Assessment Description
Experimental analysis
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 60
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Assessment Description
End-of-Semester Final Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Formal lecture Every Week 3.00 3
Lab Contact Experimental analysis Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Self-directed learning Every Week 2.00 2
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 5.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Formal lecture Every Week 3.00 3
Lab Contact Experimental analysis Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Self-directed learning Every Week 2.00 2
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 5.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • J.L. Meriam, L.G. Kraige. (2013), Engineering Mechanics (Dynamics) SI Version, 7. John Wiley and Sons Ltd., [ISBN: 978-1-118-08345-1].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Waldron, K. J. and Kinzel G. L.. (2003), Kinematics, Dynamics and Design of Machinery, 2. John Wiley and Sons Ltd., New York, [ISBN: 0471244171].
  • M.A. Mostafa. (2013), Mechanics of Machinery, CRC Press, [ISBN: 9781466559462].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_EMECH_8 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering 4 Mandatory