STRU06008 2019 Structural Mechanics 201H
Full Title
Structural Mechanics 201H
Transcript Title
Structural Mechanics 201H
Code
STRU06008
Attendance
N/A %
Subject Area
STRU - Structures
Department
CENG - Civil Eng. and Construction
Level
06 - NFQ 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)
Bill O'Kelly-Lynch
Programme Membership
SG_ECIVL_H08 201900 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Civil Engineering
Description
This module introduces the learner to structural and stress analysis for statically determinate structural elements. It also explores how structural elements deform under load.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Analyse the reactions, shear forces and bending moments in statically determinate beams and predict the deflected shapes of beams
2.
Derive and manipulate the fundamental formulae for elements subject to axial load
3.
Derive and manipulate the fundamental formula to determine the stress for an element subject to bending
4.
Derive and manipulate the fundamental formula to determine the stress for an element subject to shear
5.
Derive and manipulate the fundamental formulae to determine the state of stress and angle of twist of elements subject to torsional loading
6.
Perform laboratory practicals, interpret results 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. To motivate learning, and to enable learners to check their progress towards achieving the learning outcomes, problem sheets are provided.
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 leaner 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. Statically Determinate Beams (Reactions, shear force and bending moment diagrams)
2. Mechanical Properties: Review of stress/strain & Hookes's Law. Shear stress/strain, Complementary property of shear. Strain Energy.
3. Axial Load: Deformation of elements subject to axial load. Principle of superposition. Composite sections. Statically indeterminate axially loaded members.
4. Bending: Bending deformation of a straight member. Flexure formula. Composite sections.
5. Shear: Shear stresses in beams. Shear stress formula
6. Torsion: Torsional deformation of a circular shaft. Torsion formula. Angle of twist. Statically indeterminate torque-loaded member
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 form the point of loading)
- Torsion. (Torsional deflection of a solid rod. Effect of rod length on torsional deflection. Comparison of solid rod and tube)
- Bending (Circular bending. Bending stresses)
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 | Practical | Practical Evaluation | 20 % | OnGoing | 6 |
End of Semester / Year Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Final Exam | Final Exam | UNKNOWN | 80 % | End of Term | 1,2,3,4,5 |
Full Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | Flat Classroom | Presentation of theory | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
| Supervision | 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
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
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Additional Information
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