STRU06007 2019 Structural Mechanics 201
Full Title
Structural Mechanics 201
Transcript Title
Structural Mechanics 201
Code
STRU06007
Attendance
N/A %
Subject Area
STRU - Structures
Department
CENG - Civil Eng. and Construction
Level
06 - Level 6
Credit
05 - 05 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2019 - Full Academic Year 2019-20
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
Kathryn Ryan, Bill O'Kelly-Lynch
Programme Membership
SG_ECVIL_B07 201900 Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering
SG_ECVIL_B07 201900 Bachelor of Engineering in Engineering in Civil Engineering
SG_ECIVI_C06 201900 Higher Certificate in Engineering in Civil Engineering
SG_ECVIL_B07 202000 Bachelor of Engineering in Engineering in Civil Engineering
Description
This module explains how statically determinate beams carries load and outlines the fundamentals of stress analysis for statically determinate structural elements.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Determine how a statically determinate beam carries load (via shear force and bending moment diagrams)
2.
Determine the internal loadings in structural members
3.
Calculate section properties
4.
Analyse structural cross-sections to determine the stresses resulting from axial load, bending, shear force and torsional loadings.
5.
Perform laboratory practicals and report findings.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
Delivery of material by formal lecture, supplemented by laboratory experimental work (where appropriate) to reinforce key concepts, and augmented by independent learning.
Module Assessment Strategies
A mix of final semester examination (80%) and practical work and reporting (20%).
An overall pass mark of 40% must be obtained to pass the module
Repeat Assessments
Learners shall repeat the failed elements. The learner must then achieve an overall mark of 40% to pass the module.
Module Dependencies
Prerequisites
MECH06005 201900 Engineering Mechanics 101
MECH06006 201900 Engineering Mechanics 102
Indicative Syllabus
1. Beam reactions, shear force and bending moment diagrams.
2. Stress, Strain & Mechanical Properties.
3. Axial Load (Deformation of elements subject to axial load).
4. Bending (Bending deformation of a straight member. Second moment of area, flexure formula).
5. Shear (Shear stresses in beams. Shear stress formula)
6. Torsion (Torsion formula. Polar moment of inertia. Angle of twist)
INDICATIVE PRACTICALS
Problem solving sessions.
Experimental Work:
- Shear Force (Shear Force variation with increasing point load. Shear force variation for various loading conditions)
- Bending moment (Bending moment variation at the point of loading. Bending moment variation away from the point of loading)
- Bending (Circular bending. Bending stresses)
- Torsion (Torsional deflection of a solid rod. The effect of rod length on the torsional deflection. Comparison of solid rod and tube)
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework & Continuous Assessment
20 %
End of Semester / Year Formal Exam
80 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Practicals | Coursework Assessment | Practical Evaluation | 20 % | OnGoing | 1,2,3,4,5 |
End of Semester / Year Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Final Exam | Final Exam | Closed Book Exam | 80 % | End of Term | 1,2,3,4 |
Full Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | Flat Classroom | Presentation of theory | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
| Practical / Laboratory | Engineering Laboratory | Experiments & problem solving | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
| Independent Learning | UNKNOWN | Review/study module material | 3 | Weekly | 3.00 |
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 4.00 Hours
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
1. Hibbeler, R.C. Mechanics of Materials, 10th Edition in SI units, Pearson, 2018
Journal Resources
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URL Resources
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Other Resources
None
Additional Information
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