Form B: Module Information Sheet

DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL AND ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING

UNIVERSITY OF RUHUNA
Module
CE2302 Module Title Mechanics of Materials
Code
Credits 3.0 Lectures (Hr)/week 3.0 Pre-
requisites No
GPA/NGPA GPA Lab/Assignments (Hr) 33

 Give understanding on behaviors of structural elements of

different materials and structural forms subjected to different
loading systems.
 Equip students with basic theories and principles in mechanics
of materials for determining stress, strain and linear
Module Objectives
displacement of structural elements subjected various form of
loads.
 Build ability to prepare technical lab reports using prescribed
formatting instructions in either a team environment or
individual capacity

Distinguish between different type of structural elements, type of

LO1
loading and type of supports in various structures.
Draw shear force, bending moment and torsion diagrams for
LO2 statically determinate beams and calculate bending, shear and
torsional stresses in beams.

Module Learning Analysis stress and strains using Mohr’s circle method and hence
Outcomes LO3 determine the principle normal stress and maximum shear stress
at a point in a 2D stress body.
Calculate linear deflection of statically determinate beams using
LO4
different methods in mechanics of materials.

Perform, analyse and interpret results from structural tests

LO5
conducted in the laboratory as a team.

Introduction to Mechanics of materials: structural element types,

assumption in mechanics of materials, introduction to statics, force systems,
centroid of shapes.

Loads and reactions: type of loading, type of supports, type of beams,

statically determinacy.

Bending and shear forces in beams: sign convention for shear force and
bending moment, bending moment and shear force diagrams, relation
Module outline
between bending moment, shear force and intensity of distributed loads.

Bending stresses in beams: definition and properties of plane sections,

parallel axis theorem, Neutral axis and neutral surface, principle axis,
simple theory of bending, resisting moment of a beam section, use of
bending formula in design, general theory of bending, application of
bending theory to compound beams.

Shear stresses in beams: principle of complementary shear, vertical shear

stress distribution of a beam, horizontal shear stress distribution of a beam,

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shear flow, shear centre.

Analysis of stress and strains: stress transformation relationship,
principle stresses and principle planes, Mohr’s circle of stress and strains.
Deflection of beams: Normal differential equation method, principle of
superposition, Macaulay’s method of integration, moment area method.
Torsion of circular shafts: torsion of a thin circular tube, torsion of a solid
circular shaft, transmission of power, compound shafts, torque diagram for
a circular shaft.

Continuous assessment : 40%

Three laboratory experiments : 20%
Method of Assessment Two tutorials : 10%
In class assessment : 10%
Semester End Examination : 60%

 Earn at least 50% of marks from Continuous Assessments

Necessary Conditions to  Minimum of 80% attendance for theory classes and completion of
pass the Module all laboratory sessions/field sessions/design sessions/work
camp(s)/project(s) are required for a student to be eligible to
appear for the end semester examination of course module.

 Hibbeler, R. C. 2005. Mechanics of Materials. SI Edition: Pearson

Education Inc.
 Ferdinand P. Beer, E Russell Johnston Jr., John T. De Wolf. 2002.
Mechanics of Materials. 3rd Editon: McGraw-Hill International
Edition.
References  Madhukar Vable. 2002. Mechanics of Materials: Oxford University
Press.
 James M. Gere. 2004. Mechanics of Materials. 6th Edition: Brooks/
Cole Thomson Learning.
 James M. Gere, S. P. Timoshenko. 1997. Mechanics of Materials. 6th
Edition. New York: PWS Engineering Warsdworth International

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Program Outcomes (POs)

Engineering Knowledge: Apply knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals

A -
and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering problems
Problem Analysis: Identify, formulate, research literature and analyse complex engineering
B - problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences
and engineering sciences.
Design/ development of solutions: Design solutions for complex engineering problems and design
C - systems, components or processes that meet specified needs with appropriate consideration for
public health and safety, cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.
Investigation: Conduct investigations of complex problems using research-based knowledge and
D - research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and
synthesis of information to provide valid conclusions.
Modern Tool Usage: Create, select and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern
E - engineering and IT tools, including prediction and modelling, to complex engineering activities,
with an understanding of the limitations.
The Engineer and Society: Apply reasoning informed by contextual knowledge to assess societal,
F - health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to professional
engineering practice.
Environment and Sustainability: Understand the impact of professional engineering solutions in
G - societal and environmental contexts and demonstrate knowledge of and need for sustainable
development.
Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms
H-
of engineering practice.
Individual and Team work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in
I -
diverse teams and in multi-disciplinary settings.
Communication: Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the engineering
community and with society at large, such as being able to comprehend and write effective
J -
reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear
instructions.
Project Management and Finance: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of engineering
K- and management principles and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a
team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments
Lifelong learning: Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in
L-
independent and lifelong learning in the broadcast context of technological change.

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Table B.2: Learning Outcomes Matrics

Environment and Sustainability

Individual and Team work

The Engineer and Society

Project Management and

Design/ development of
Engineering Knowledge
Key
Delivery Assessment
Course Outcomes (CO) : performance

Modern Tool Usage

No method method

Problem Analysis
indicators

Lifelong learning
At the completion of this module, students will be able to:

Communication
Investigation
solutions

Finance
Ethics
Lectures, Group
Distinguish between different type of structural elements, type of
1 3 3 1 1 discussions,
loading and type of supports in various structures.

Draw shear force, bending moment and torsion diagrams for

Lectures, Group Final
2 statically determinate beams and calculate bending, shear 3 3 1 2
discussions examination, 80% achieving
and torsional stresses in beams. In-class tests Grade C or
Analysis stress and strains using Mohr’s circle method and hence and tutorials above.
Lectures, Group
3 determine the principle normal stress and maximum shear stress at 3 3 1 2
discussions
a point in a 2D stress body.
Calculate linear deflection of statically determinate beams Lectures, Group
4 3 3 1 2
using different methods in mechanics of materials. discussions

Submission of
Laboratory
laboratory
Perform, analyse and interpret results from structural tests sessions and Lab report and
5 3 2 2 2 2 1 1 3 1 report 100%.
conducted in the laboratory as a team. Group viva/ quiss
80% achieving
discussions
50% or above.

Module CE 2302, Contribution to POs 3 3 1 2 1

Emphasis: 3 – Strong, 2 – Moderate, 1 – Very Little, Empty – N/A

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Table B.3 Learning Plan

Teaching Method Assessment Method

(Hours) (Component Name)

Learning Outcomes (LO)

In-Class Assignment
Laboratory session
Week

Topic

Tutorials

Practical
Lectures
1 Introduction to Statics and force systems. 1, 2 3

2 Type of loads, reactions, and beams 1, 2 3

Shear force and bending moment

3~4 5 5.5
diagrams
Theory of bending and bending stresses in 2
5~6 3 5
beams 9 #3

7~8 Theory of shear stresses in beams 3, 4 5.5 #1

9 ~ 10 Stress and strain analysis 2 5.5

11~12 Deflection of beams 3, 4 5 2

13~14 Torsion of circular bars 4 5.5

Total - 38 4 9

Equivalent credit hours 2.71 0.14 0.64 3.49

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Table B.4 Curriculum

SUBJECT Timetabled work in hours per week No of Total Number of Grades/maximum marks available from
(indicate
teaching hours examination
core
subjects weeks papers
Options,
Project
Type)

Lectures Tutorials Laboratory Others, Externally Others Exams Coursework Other assignments
work e.g. assessed
semina
rs,
Major
project
work
Work End/
assess phase Lab Project/tutorials
ment test

CE2302 38/14 4/14 9/14 - 14 42 - 1 60 - 20 15 5

Totals:

Note:-For Tutorials and Laboratory work divide total hours by number of weeks and keep the value as a fraction

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