Module Details

Module Code: MARI6001
Title: Mechanics 1
Long Title: Mechanical Technology Mechanics 1
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2009/10 ( September 2009 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 5252 - Marine Engineering
Module Delivered in: 2 programme(s)
Module Description: This module introduces students to Engineering mechanics in the following sections:Statics, Kinematics.Work and Power
calculation.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Recall theory and define associated quantities.Distinguish between vector and scalar quantities.
LO2 Define laws of mechanics and express quantities in the correct units.
LO3 Present information graphically and by means of force diagrams.
LO4 Solve problems in mechanics both graphically and by calculation.
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).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
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
Statics.
Representation of force by vectors, Polygon of forces, Principle of moments, Moments of area,centroids,
Kinematics
Linear&Angular velocity,velocity-time graph,projectiles,relationship between angular and linear motion.
Work,Power and Energy
Work done by a force, Conservation of Energy, Calculation of Power(Brake and Indicated Power of Engine), Linear momentum.Work done by torque.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework20.00%
End of Module Formal Examination80.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 10
Timing Week 4 Learning Outcomes 1
Assessment Description
n/a
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 10
Timing Week 8 Learning Outcomes 2
Assessment Description
n/a
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 80
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 2,3,4
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 Lecture & worked examples to reinforce theory Every Week 2.00 2
Tutorial Contact Solve a variety of relevant proplems Every Week 1.00 1
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact No Description Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Hannah&Hiller. (1999), Mechanical Engineering Science, 3rd.. Longman.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_EMAEL_7 Bachelor of Engineering in Marine Electrotechnology 1 Mandatory
CR_EMARE_7 Bachelor of Engineering in Marine Engineering 1 Mandatory