Engineering and design
Engineering Mechanics
Module code: H1028
Level 4
15 credits in spring semester
Teaching method: Practical, Seminar, Lecture, Laboratory, Workshop
Assessment modes: Computer based exam, Coursework
On this module, you’ll gain a comprehensive overview of the mechanical principles that underline the design and operation of mechanical engineering systems. The module is structured into two sections: statics and dynamics.
The statics section will introduce you to the fundamental concept of vectors, followed by an in-depth analysis of force and moment of force, static equilibrium and the evaluation of plane trusses. You’ll also explore the topics of centroid and friction.
In the dynamics section you’ll investigate the kinematics of particles, including linear and curvilinear motion, as well as characteristics of motion in various reference systems. You’ll also look at the kinematics of rigid bodies, including translation, rotation about a fixed axis and plane motion. You’ll also explore:
- the kinetics of particles and rigid bodies
- the application of Newton's second law
- moments of inertia
- impulse-momentum equation
- angular momentum
- impact
- the work-energy equation.
Finall you’ll be introduced to the dynamics of a rigid body rotating about a fixed axis and in plane motion.
Module learning outcomes
- Analyse the equilibrium conditions of solid objects and determine whether statically determinate or indeterminate methods should be applied based on sound judgement.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the concepts of velocity and acceleration and apply them to evaluate the motion of solid bodies in various scenarios.
- Apply the principles and concepts governing the interactions between solid bodies to analyse and predict their motion in real-world scenarios.
- Explain the basic theory and concepts of mechanical vibrations of structures and calculate the main characteristics of motion.