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Module Title |
Strength of Materials I
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Module Code |
MM211
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School |
School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering
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Online Module Resources
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| Module Co-ordinator | Prof Lisa Looney | Office Number | Ag40 |
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Level |
2
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Credit Rating |
5
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Pre-requisite |
MM102
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Co-requisite |
None
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Module Aims
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To develop an understanding of the deformation and failure behaviour of simple structural components subjected to force, torque and other physical effects.
To introduce complex stress, strain and failure characteristics.
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Learning Outcomes
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Having successfully completed this module the student will:
1. Understand the factors relevant to analysis of materials subjected to axial loads, torsion, bending and pressure.
2. Be able to solve 2-D stress systems.
3. Be aware of design implications for simple structures
4. Be able to calculate stress and strain in components under complex loading
5. Know methods of strain measurement, their limitations and advantages
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Indicative Time Allowances
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Hours
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Lectures |
24
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Tutorials |
12
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Laboratories |
12
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Seminars |
0
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Independent Learning Time |
27
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Total |
75
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NOTE
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Assume that a 5 credit module load represents approximately 75 hours' work, which includes all teaching, in-course assignments, laboratory work or other specialised training and an estimated private learning time associated with the module.
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Indicative Syllabus
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· An introduction to concepts: force, stress, strain.
· Bending moments and shear forces.
· Bending stress theory.
· Deflection of beam.
· Euler's theory of buckling, design of components in compression.
· Simple design of welded and bolted connections.
· Temperature stresses and strains.
· Stress and strain in thin cylinders and spherical shells.
· Torsion of solid and hollow circular shafts.
· Stress and Strain transformations - Mohr's stress circle, Mohr's strain circle
· Experimental strain analysis: gauges, optical methods.
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| Assessment | | Continuous Assessment | 20% | Examination Weight | 80% |
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Indicative Reading List
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Useful Reading:
1. PP Benham, RJ Crawford & CG Armstrong, Mechanics of Engineering Materials, 2nd ed. Longman Group Ltd., 1996.
2. Hearn, E. J.Mechanics of Materials 1 & 2 : an introduction to the mechanics of elastic and plastic materials. - 3rd ed. - Boston : Butterworth-Heinemann, 1997
3. Gordon, J. E (James Edward), 1913-. - The new science of strong materials : or why you don't fall through the floor. - 2nd ed. - London : Penguin, 1991
4. Gordon, J. E (James Edward), 1913-. - Structures : or why things don't fall down. New York : Da Capo Press, 1991.
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Programme or List of Programmes
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| CAM | BEng C.A. Mechanical & Manufacturing Eng |
| ME | B.Eng. in Mechatronic Engineering |
| MEDM | B.Eng. in Medical Mechanical Engineering |
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