Engineering Mechanics

Module title	Engineering Mechanics
Module code	INT1105
Academic year	2018/9
Credits	15
Module staff	Andrew Mackenzie Robertson (Convenor)

Duration: Term	1	2	3
Duration: Weeks		12

Number students taking module (anticipated)	20

Description - summary of the module content

Module description

Without the careful measurement of hydrostatic forces, structures like the Hoover Dam could not have been built. This examination of static fluid, which underpins much of civil engineering and mechanical engineering design, is just one of the key areas you will explore on this module.

On this module, you will encounter fluid flow equations and principles, tension compression and learn how to calculate forces from stagnant fluids. In a hands-on laboratory session, you will measure the force from a water jet, heating different surfaces, and then illustrate your results in diagrams.

On completing this module, you will be familiar with the basics of fluid flow principles and conservation laws by which practically all fluid flow problems are solved, you will have an excellent foundation in critical measurement techniques and be proficient in using a hydraulic bench, in this case, equipped with a pump and simple system to measure flow rate.

Prerequisite module: INT1108

Module aims - intentions of the module

The purpose of this module is to introduce fundamental concepts of solid mechanics and fluid mechanics. This includes stress/ strain relationships, axial members, rods and beams.

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)

ILO: Module-specific skills

On successfully completing the module you will be able to...

1. Apply principles of statics and dynamics for both solids and fluids to the analysis of simple mechanical systems.

ILO: Discipline-specific skills

On successfully completing the module you will be able to...

2. Record and interpret the results of observed practical experiments and demonstrations.

ILO: Personal and key skills

On successfully completing the module you will be able to...

3. Write clear accounts (of laboratory experiments and demonstrations)
4. Demonstrate a basic knowledge of Health and Safety issues in the workplace
5. Carry out directed private study using textbooks and other provided resources
6. Communicate effectively and accurately both orally and in writing

Syllabus plan

Solid mechanics: Tension, compression and shear forces.
Fluid mechanics: Hydrostatics and dynamics.

Learning and teaching

Learning activities and teaching methods (given in hours of study time)

Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities	Guided independent study	Placement / study abroad
48	102	0

Details of learning activities and teaching methods

Category	Hours of study time	Description
Scheduled Learning and Teaching activities	26	Lectures. These introduce concepts, provide a broad background, introduce methods and give general guidance.
Scheduled learning and Teaching activities	16	Tutorials. These sessions will explore particular topics in greater depth and provide students with an opportunity to consolidate their knowledge by solving problems.
Scheduled learning and Teaching activities	6	Laboratory sessions. The sessions develop practical skills and awareness of practical application of the subject material.
Guided independent study	102	Directed reading, assigned problems and web-based activities on ELE will develop learning at a pace appropriate for the individual student.

Assessment

Formative assessment

Form of assessment	Size of the assessment (eg length / duration)	ILOs assessed	Feedback method
Tutorial examples	In tutorials	1, 5, 6	Verbal feedback on review

Summative assessment (% of credit)

Coursework	Written exams	Practical exams
30	70	0

Details of summative assessment

Form of assessment	% of credit	Size of the assessment (eg length / duration)	ILOs assessed	Feedback method
TMA (Solid mechanics)	10	2 hours	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6	In-class feedback
TMA (Fluid Mechanics)	10	2 Hours	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6	In-Class feedback
Lab Report	10	2 Hours	2, 3, 4, 6	Verbal feedback
Written examination - Closed Book	70	2 Hours	1, 6	Written feedback on formal submission
	0

Re-assessment

Details of re-assessment (where required by referral or deferral)

Original form of assessment	Form of re-assessment	ILOs re-assessed	Timescale for re-assessment
Written exam	Written exam (referral)	1, 6	Usually taken in next exam period
Written exam	Written exam (deferral)	1, 6	Usually taken in next exam period

Re-assessment notes

If a module is normally assessed by examination or examination plus coursework, referred and deferred assessment will normally be by examination. For referrals, only the examination will count, a mark of 40% being awarded if the examination is passed. For deferrals, candidates will be awarded the higher of the deferred examination mark or the deferred examination mark combined with the original coursework mark.

Resources

Indicative learning resources - Basic reading

Gere, J. and Goodno, B. (2012) Mechanics of Materials, Brief SI edition, Stamford, CT: Cengage, ISBN: 978-1-111-13603-1.
Douglas, J. and Matthews, R. (1996) Solving Problems in Fluid Mechanics, Vol 1, 3rd edition, Harlow: Longman. ISBN: 000-0-582-23987-7

Indicative learning resources - Web based and electronic resources

ELE – http://vle.exeter.ac.uk/

Module has an active ELE page

Key words search

Engineering, mechanical, materials, beam theory, fluid mechanics, incompressible flow.

Credit value	15
Module ECTS	7.5
Module pre-requisites	INT1103 (Core Engineering (Mechanics and Materials)
NQF level (module)	4
Available as distance learning?	No
Origin date	17/11/2011
Last revision date	26/04/2018