Course Title: Advanced Mechanics of Solids
Part A: Course Overview
Course Title: Advanced Mechanics of Solids
Credit Points: 12.00
Terms
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
MIET2490 |
City Campus |
Postgraduate |
115H Aerospace, Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 2 2016 |
MIET2490 |
City Campus |
Postgraduate |
172H School of Engineering |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 2 2017, Sem 2 2018, Sem 2 2019, Sem 2 2020, Sem 2 2021, Sem 2 2022, Sem 2 2023, Sem 2 2024, Sem 2 2025 |
Course Coordinator: Dr Lin Tian
Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 9925 6093
Course Coordinator Email: lin.tian@rmit.edu.au
Course Coordinator Location: Bundoora East Campus 251.03.010
Course Coordinator Availability: by email
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
None.
Course Description
This course is designed to expand your knowledge and skills in the field of linear and non-linear mechanics of solids and its application to structural analysis, machine design and material processing. The influence of non-linearity on the behaviour of structures will be addressed. You will be equipped with essential analytical skills that have a particular bearing on your professional practice as a mechanical engineer. On completion of this course you should have sufficient knowledge of the mechanics of solids to enable you to solve advanced practical problems.
The course will specifically address the following topics: Tensor algebra, 3D stress and strain tensors, 3D stress and strain transformation and principal stresses and strains, hydrostatic and deviatoric stress components, their significance and effect on distortion, conditions of plane stress and plane strain, equilibrium equations, compatibility equations, elastic behaviour, plastic behaviour including yield criteria and flow rules, the concepts of equivalent stress and equivalent plastic strain, and applications of plasticity e.g. beam bending, buckling and thick-walled cylinders. These topics are important for mechanical design applications and also finite element non-linear analysis.
Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development
This course contributes to the program learning outcomes for the following program:
MC258 - Master of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering)
PLO 1. Demonstrate an advanced and integrated understanding of engineering theories, principles and concepts within multi-disciplinary engineering practice
PLO 2. Demonstrate an advanced and integrated understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline
PLO 4. Apply advanced knowledge of established engineering methods in the analysis of complex problems in the engineering discipline
PLO 5. Utilise advanced mathematics, software, tools and techniques, in the conduct of research into the design and analysis of complex engineering systems
PLO 8. Communicate engineering designs and solutions respectfully and effectively, employing a range of advanced communication methods in interpreting and transmitting knowledge, in an individual or team environment, to diverse audiences.
PLO 10. Critically analyse, evaluate, and transform information, while exercising professional expert judgement in a dynamic environment in the absence of complete data, in an engineering context.
For more information on the program learning outcomes for your program, please see the program guide.
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:
CLO1. Apply non-linear solid mechanics theory to solve advanced practical problems in structural analysis, machine design and material processing.
CLO2. Evaluate the influence of non-linearity on the behaviour of engineering materials and its impact in various mechanical engineering scenarios and contexts.
CLO3. Critically assess the applicability of advanced non-linear computational design tools and utilise these in engineering contexts.
Overview of Learning Activities
Learning activities in this course will include:
1. Recorded lectures
2. Problem-solving lectorials
3. Home study
Overview of Learning Resources
Course-related resources will be provided on Canvas, which is accessed through myRMIT. This can include lecture material, recorded lectures, recorded lectorials, practical examples, and there is a prescribed learning package and several recommended references for this course.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment Task 1: Assignment, 40%, CLO1, CLO2 and CLO3
Assessment Task 2: Test, 20%, CLO1, CLO2 and CLO3
Assessment Task 3: Test, 20%, CLO1, CLO2 and CLO3
Assessment Task 4: Test, 20%, CLO1, CLO2 and CLO3
If you have a long-term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.