Fundamentals of Mechanics and Electronics

Module title	Fundamentals of Mechanics and Electronics
Module code	INT1117
Academic year	2022/3
Credits	15
Module staff	Andrew Mackenzie Robertson (Convenor)

Duration: Term	1	2	3
Duration: Weeks		10

Description - summary of the module content

Module description

This module follows on from the Core Engineering module and introduces further concepts of Mechanics and Electronics in preparation for an electronics degree in Year 2. In this module we focus on classical mechanics, including fluid statics and dynamics, and both analogue and digital electronics

You will work through new topics each week with the aid of extensive learning materials, lectures, tutorials and experimental activities. You will undertake numerous elements of online continuous assessment throughout the module which will allow you to evaluate your understanding of the material and diagnose areas that require

further attention. Continuous assessments provide ongoing feedback and support you to actively manage your learning.

Module aims - intentions of the module

This module aims to equip you with fundamental knowledge and skills in Mechanics and Electronics. It also consolidates a common knowledge base and begins the development of a learning methodology appropriate to a professional engineer. Through both continuous assessment and the end of year exams, the module encourages you to actively manage your own learning and seeks to develop your ability to communicate your understanding of engineering theory and concepts in a professional manner.

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)

ILO: Module-specific skills

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

1. Demonstrate knowledge of shear forces and bending moments and construct shear force and bending moment diagrams for simply supported beams
2. Use the knowledge of hydrostatics perform analyses of submerged and semi-submerged bodies
3. Use knowledge of hydro-dynamics to perform analyses of fluids on motion
4. Apply basic principles of analogue (AC and DC) and digital circuit analysis to simple electronic systems
5. Design simple electronic systems
6. Understand and demonstrate knowledge of electronic circuit components
7. Demonstrate knowledge of operational principles of practical electronic devices and systems

ILO: Discipline-specific skills

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

8. Utilise laboratory equipment correctly and safety, to make simple measurements
9. Record and interpret the results of laboratory experiments
10. Apply theoretical models to practical problems
11. Write clear accounts (of simple laboratory experiments)

ILO: Personal and key skills

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

12. Carry out directed private study using textbooks, and other provided resources
13. Adopt a systematic approach to problem solving
14. Work with other students in small groups to complete clearly defined tasks

Syllabus plan

Shear Forces and Bending Moments

Introduction to shear forces and bending moments

Shear forces and bending moments in statically determinate beams and frames

Principle of superposition

Introduction to torsion

Torsion in circular bars

Nonuniform torsion

Hydrostatics

Pressure and head

Forces on submerged bodies and buoyancy

Hydrodynamics

Fluid Flow and Types

Flow Continuity and Momentum Equations

Energy Equation

Applications of Energy Equation

Measurement Techniques

Analogue Electronics:

- introduction to semiconductors;

- diodes and applications;

- transistors as amplifiers and switches;

- operational amplifiers and their applications.

Digital Electronics:

- Boolean algebra;

- Combinational logic: logic gates and logic design;

- Sequential logic: latches, flip-flops and simple counters.

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
40	110

Details of learning activities and teaching methods

Category	Hours of study time	Description
Scheduled Learning and Teaching activities	20	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	10	3 laboratory sessions. The sessions develop practical skills and awareness of practical application of the subject material.
Guided independent study	120	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
Question sets in tutorial sessions	Various	1-6	Verbal in tutorial

Summative assessment (% of credit)

Coursework	Written exams	Practical exams
40	60

Details of summative assessment

Form of assessment	% of credit	Size of the assessment (eg length / duration)	ILOs assessed	Feedback method
Written online exam (Open Book) Mechanics	25	2 Hours	1-3, 13	Individual students can request feedback after exam
Written online exam (Open Book) Electronics	25	2 Hours	4-7, 13	Individual students can request feedback after exam
Practical 3 Laboratory Assessments (Electronics)	15	3 lab worksheets	4-11, 13, 14	Verbal guidance and feedback during lab sessions + online feedback as part of assessment system
Coursework 3 Continuous assessment worksheets (Mechanics)	15	3 worksheets	1-3, 12	Online worksheets with immediate feedback
Coursework Jet Impact Lab Report	10	1 report (approx. 300 words excluding graphs, charts, etc.)	4-7, 12	Online worksheets with immediate feedback
Coursework Truss Analysis Lab Report	10	1 report (approx. 300 words excluding graphs, charts, etc.)	8-12

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
All Above	2 hour online written exam. (100%)	All	Next assessment period

Re-assessment notes

If a module is normally assessed entirely by coursework, all referred/deferred assessments will normally be by assignment.

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

Author	Title	Edition	Publisher	Year	ISBN
Bedford A & Fowler W	Engineering Mechanics - Statics & Dynamics Principles		Prentice-Hall	2003	9780130082091
Callister, WD	Engineering Mechanics Statics		Pearson	2017	978-1-292-08923-2
Callister, WD	Engineering Mechanics Dynamics		Pearson	2017	978-1-292-08923-2
Nelson, E W et al	Schaum's outlines Engineering Mechanics Statics		Mc Graw Hill	2010	978-0071632379
Nelson, E W et al	Schaum's outlines Engineering Mechanics Dynamics		MC Graw Hill	2011	978-0071632379
Floyd, Thomas L, Buchla, David M	Electronics Fundamentals: Circuits, Devices and Applications		Pearson	2010	978-0135096833

Indicative learning resources - Web based and electronic resources

Web-based and electronic resources:

ELE –https://vle.exeter.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=13165

Module has an active ELE page

Key words search

Shear force and bending moments; fluid statics and dynamics; torsion;Thévenin; Norton, superposition; nodal analysis; diodes, transistors, op-amps; Boolean algebra, combinational and sequential logic

Credit value	15
Module ECTS	7.5
Module pre-requisites	INT1115
Module co-requisites	None
NQF level (module)	4
Available as distance learning?	No
Origin date	06/07/2021
Last revision date	30/06/2022