Module Details

Module Code: MECH6031
Title: Mechanics of Materials 2
Long Title: Mechanics of Materials 2
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2016/17 ( September 2016 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 5211 - Mechanical Engineering
Module Delivered in: 3 programme(s)
Module Description: This module offers students an insight into Mechanics of Materials for static scenarios. It covers 2D Stress in direct, shear, bending and torsional situations.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Recognise and resolve different 2D stress situations.
LO2 Generate and sketch shear-force and bending-moment diagrams
LO3 Determine static bending and torsion induced loads in mechanical systems
LO4 Conduct lab experiments as part of a team in a safe and appropriate manner and produce individual professional reports detailing the results, analysis and conclusions which arise.
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).
Mechanics 1
Incompatible Modules
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Co-requisite Modules
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Requirements

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Indicative Content
Simple Stress Strain
Direct Stress Strain, Shear Stress and Strain. Temp Stress, Poisson's Ratio, Factor of Safety
Compound Bars
Compound Bars, tube and rod, subjected to external load and temperature effect.
Shearing Force and Bending Moment
Shear Force and Bending Moment Diagrams. The relationship between Shear force and bending moment.
Bending of Beams
Intro to Simple Bending Theory. Application of Classical Flexural Formula. Neutral Axis, Section Modulus, Second Moment of Area.
Torsion of Circular Shafts
Introduction to Simple Torsion Theory. Polar Second Moment of Area. Torsional rigidity. Solid and hollow shafts.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework40.00%
End of Module Formal Examination60.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 10
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 1,2
Assessment Description
Exam based on some of the following topics: Simple Stress Strain, Compound Bars, Shear Force & Bending Moment Diagrams
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 10
Timing Week 11 Learning Outcomes 3
Assessment Description
Exam based on some of the following topics: Bending of Beams and Torsion of Circular Shafts
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 20
Timing Every Second Week Learning Outcomes 1,3,4
Assessment Description
Lab Reports
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 Course Content Every Week 3.00 3
Tutorial Contact Worked Examples Every Week 1.00 1
Lab Contact Practical Programme & Lab Writing Guide Every Second Week 1.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Study Every Week 2.00 2
Total Hours 8.00
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 Course Content Every Week 3.00 3
Tutorial Contact Worked Examples Every Week 1.00 1
Lab Contact Practicle Lab Programme Every Second Week 1.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Study Every Week 2.00 2
Total Hours 8.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 5.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • E. J. Hearn, 1997. Mechanics of materials, 3rd. [ISBN: 9780-7506-3265-8].
  • John Hannah, M. J. Hillier. (1999), Mechanical engineering science, 3rd. Longman, Harlow, England, [ISBN: 9780-582-32675-3].
  • Timothy A. Philpot. (2008), Mechanics of materials, J. Wiley, Hoboken, NJ, [ISBN: 9780470044384].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
  • Website: Engineering Fundamentals Mechanics of Ma, http://www.engineersedge.com/mechanics_m aterial_menu.shtml.
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_EMECH_7 Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering 3 Mandatory
CR_EMECH_6 Higher Certificate in Engineering in Mechanical Engineering 3 Mandatory
CR_EMECN_7 Parttime - Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering 3 Group Elective 1