Undergraduate Programme and Module Handbook 2011-2012 (archived)
Module ENGI2141: Mechanics and Materials
Department: Engineering
ENGI2141: Mechanics and Materials
| Type | Tied | Level | 2 | Credits | 20 | Availability | Available in 2011/12 | Module Cap | None. | Location | Durham |
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| Tied to | H100 |
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| Tied to | H103 |
Prerequisites
- As specified in programme regulations.
Corequisites
- As specified in programme regulations.
Excluded Combination of Modules
- As specified in programme regulations.
Aims
- This module is designed solely for students studying School of Engineering and Computing Science MEng and BEng degree programmes.
- It provides a working knowledge of the Mechanics of dynamics and vibration, stress analysis, metallurgy and materials properties.
Content
- Mechanics: Dynamics, Vibrations, Axi-symmetric stress analysis, the stiffness method, Plastic analysis of beams.
- Materials: Bonding, Structure, Electronic materials, Metallurgy, Particulate materials.
Learning Outcomes
Subject-specific Knowledge:
- At the end of the year the student should be able demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the theory and application of Engineering Mechanics and Materials.
Subject-specific Skills:
- Selection and application of appropriate analysis techniques.
- Observation and recording of experimental data.
- Preparation of technical report.
- Technical presentation.
- The competent and safe use of laboratory equipment.
- Understanding of risk assessment and COSHH.
Key Skills:
- Numerical skills.
- Time and resource management.
Modes of Teaching, Learning and Assessment and how these contribute to the learning outcomes of the module
- The courses in Mechanics and Materials are covered in lectures which are supported by seminars and by weekly problem sheets leading to the required problem solving capability.
- The topics covered in this module are analytical by nature and are assessed most effectively by timed, written examination which enables each student to demonstrate an ability to analyse and solve new problems.
- A laboratory programme provides formative, hands-on experience in the subject area of mechanics and materials.
- Students are able to make use of staff 'Tutorial Hours' to discuss any aspect of the module with teaching staff on a one-to-one basis. These are sign up sessions available for up to one hour per week.
Teaching Methods and Learning Hours
| Activity | Number | Frequency | Duration | Total/Hours | |
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| Dynamics and vibrations lectures | 21 | 1 per week | 1 Hour | 21 | |
| Stress analysis lectures | 12 | 1 Hour | 12 | ||
| Structures lectures | 9 | 1 Hour | 9 | ||
| Materials lectures | 21 | 1 per week | 1 Hour | 21 | |
| Tutorial Hours | as required | weekly sign up sessions | up to 1 hour | 8 | |
| Seminars | 3 | 1 Hour | 3 | ||
| Mechanics and materials laboratories | 4 | 1st and 2nd term | 3 Hours | 12 | ■ |
| Problem classes | 3 | 1 Hour | 3 | ■ | |
| Preparation and Reading | 111 | ||||
| Total | 200 |
Summative Assessment
| Component: Examination | Component Weighting: 100% | ||
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| Element | Length / duration | Element Weighting | Resit Opportunity |
| Mechanics 2 [Dynamics and Vibrations, Stress Analysis, Structures] | 2 hours | 70% | yes |
| Materials 2 [Materials] | 1 hour 10 minutes | 30% | yes |
Formative Assessment:
Laboratories.
■ Attendance at all activities marked with this symbol will be monitored. Students who fail to attend these activities, or to complete the summative or formative assessment specified above, will be subject to the procedures defined in the University's General Regulation V, and may be required to leave the University