This module consolidates and developes the students competence in using mechanics of machines and fluid mechanics.It is required in conjunction with module 3 in mechanics to gain exemption from the 2nd. Engineer's certificate of competency from the Department of Marine
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
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Learning Outcome Description
LO1
Select the relevent formulae and insure units are consistent.
LO2
Solve problems in both Fluids and mechanics of machines.
LO3
Break down and analyse more complex problems.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations
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.
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.
Velocity and acceleration, mechanisms,Newtons laws, circular motion, centripetal force, balancing, simple harmonic motion, dynamics of rotation, moments of inertia, work energy and power, impulse and momentum.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown
%
Coursework
20.00%
End of Module Formal Examination
80.00%
Assessments
Coursework
Assessment Type
Short Answer Questions
% of Total Mark
10
Timing
Week 4
Learning Outcomes
1,2
Assessment Description n/a
Assessment Type
Short Answer Questions
% of Total Mark
10
Timing
Week 8
Learning Outcomes
2,3
Assessment Description n/a
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type
Formal Exam
% of Total Mark
80
Timing
End-of-Semester
Learning Outcomes
1,2,3
Assessment Description End-of-Semester Final Examination
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
No Description
Every Week
3.00
3
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 & Hillier. Applied Mechanics, Pitman.
This module does not have any article/paper resources