Undergraduate Programme and Module Handbook 2016-2017 (archived)

Module ENGI1091: Applied Mechanics I

Department: Engineering

ENGI1091: Applied Mechanics I

Type	Tied	Level	1	Credits	20	Availability	Available in 2016/17	Module Cap		Location	Durham

Tied to	H100
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 degree programmes.
It provides a working knowledge of applied mechanics
It shows how the material covered fits into the wider engineering context

Content

Mechanics of materials at the point level
Mechanics of systems (static and dynamic)
Drawing
CAD
Learning skills
Problem class
Laboratories:
M11 Tensile and compressive failure of materials
M12 Stress analysis under combined bending and torsion
M13 Part 1: Balance of Rotating Masses, Part 2: Moment of Inertia of Connecting Rod
Supervision

Learning Outcomes

Subject-specific Knowledge:

A grounding in basic mechanics, and analysis of structural systems
Engineering drawing standards

Subject-specific Skills:

Solution of problems at the point and structure level using equilibrium, deformation, beam theory, frame analysis and struts
Solution of simple dynamics problems
Use of modern CAD packages
Understanding and production of engineering drawings
Production of solid models using a CAD system

Key Skills:

General problem solving skills
Numerical skills appropriate to an engineer
Competent use of IT relevant to an engineer

Modes of Teaching, Learning and Assessment and how these contribute to the learning outcomes of the module

Lectures and associated tutorials, as lectures are the most efficient way to impart the required knowledge in this context
Laboratory sessions, with formative assessment, as these reinforce and provide application of the student's knowledge
Application of course material to weekly problem sheets, as this reinforces knowledge and provides training in problem solving
Practical Drawing and CAD sessions with summative assignments, which provide training in the production and interpretation of engineering drawings
Formative assessment of formal laboratory reports, as this trains the student in collating, analysing and presenting detailed technical information
Written examinations, as these can directly assess knowledge, understanding and problem solving ability.
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 per lecture course.

Teaching Methods and Learning Hours

Activity	Number	Frequency	Duration	Total/Hours
Mechanics of materials at the point level Lectures	20	1 per week	1 hour	20
Mechanics of systems Lectures	20	1 per week	1 hour	20
CAD and Drawing Lectures	1		2 hours	2
Learning skills Lectures	2		1 hour	2
Tutorial Hours	As required	Weekly sign up sessions	up to an hour	8
CAD	4	1 per 2 weeks	2 hour	8
CAD	1		1 hour	1
Drawing	5	1 per 2 weeks	2 hours	10
Laboratories	3	1 per week	3 hours	9	■
Problem Classes	4	1 per week	1 hour	4	■
Supervision	7	1 per week	1 hour	7	■
Reading, report writing, problem sheet completion and other self learning activities				109
Total				200

Summative Assessment

Component: Examination		Component Weighting: 80%
Element	Length / duration	Element Weighting	Resit Opportunity
Applied Mechanics I	2 Hours	100%	YES
Component: Coursework		Component Weighting: 20%
Element	Length / duration	Element Weighting	Resit Opportunity
Drawing and CAD coursework		100%	YES

Formative Assessment:

Problems Sheets Laboratory Reports Collection Exam

■ 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