THE
EM 319 MECHANICS OF SOLIDS
SYLLABUS -- FALL 2008
UNIQUE NUMBERS: 14160, 14165, 14170, 14175
CLASS
TIME: MW 3:00 - 4:30
PM, GEA 105
INSTRUCTOR:
Dr. K. Ravi-Chandar
WRW 117B, 471-4213
OFFICE
HOURS: M
4:30 – 6:00 PM
TUTORIAL SECTIONS
14160
M 5:00
- 7:00P RLM
5.120
14165
T 5:00 -
7:00P RLM
5.126
14170 M 6:00 - 8:00P RLM 5.126
14175 T 6:00 - 8:00P RLM 6.126
TEACHING ASSISTANTS
To be announced later
OBJECTIVES:
Learn to perform
stress and deformation analysis of simple structures subjected to tension,
compression, torsion, or bending. Learn to analyze failure under combined
loading. Develop the knowledge base required for applications and design.
PREREQUISITES:
EM
306 or 306S with a grade of at least C, and M 408D or 308L with a grade of at
least C.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES STUDENTS SHOULD HAVE BEFORE
ENTERING THIS COURSE:
The student
must have a firm grasp of algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and calculus.
Knowledge of differential equations is helpful, but not necessary. Concepts of
mechanics covered in typical physics courses are also essential. The student
should have a good command of the material covered in EM 306 Statics - ideas of equilibrium, free-body-diagrams,
properties of sections such as centroids and second
moments are essential for this course.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES STUDENTS
GAIN FROM THIS COURSE:
Fundamental concepts of solid mechanics, including
stress, strain, and displacement; analysis and design of simple structure
members subjected to tension, compression, torsion, and bending; elementary
models of material deformation and failure behavior.
IMPACT ON SUBSEQUENT COURSES IN CURRICULUM:
Mechanics of solids is a basic
engineering subject concerned with the strength and performance of solids and
structures and therefore essential in many engineering applications. The course
is an essential prerequisite for the more advanced mechanics courses, such as
EM339, ASE 221K, 324L, CE 329, and ME 336, 338, and each of these courses is
prerequisite for more advanced design courses in aerospace engineering, civil
engineering, and mechanical engineering.
ABET CRITERIA 2000 OUTCOMES ACHIEVED:
This course
contributes to the following EC2000 Criterion 3 outcomes and those specific to
the EAC accredited Aerospace Engineering program:
Outcome |
|
Outcome |
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a. An ability to apply knowledge
of mathematics, science, and engineering |
X |
g. An ability to communicate
effectively |
X |
b. An ability to design and
conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data |
|
h. The broad education necessary
to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global/societal
context |
|
c. An ability to design a system,
component, or process to meet desired needs |
X |
i. A recognition
of the need for and an ability to engage in life-long learning |
|
d. An ability to function on
multi-disciplinary teams |
|
j. A knowledge of contemporary
issues |
|
e. An ability to identify,
formulate, and solve engineering problems |
X |
k. An ability to use the
techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering
practice |
X |
f. An
understanding of professional and ethical responsibility |
|
|
|
ABET PROGRAM CRITERIA OUTCOMES ACHIEVED:
Criterion |
|
Criterion |
|
Criterion |
|
A. Aerodynamics |
|
G. Orbital Mechanics |
|
M. Preliminary/Conceptual Design |
X |
B. Aerospace Materials |
X |
H.
Space Environment |
|
N. Other Design Content |
|
C. Structures |
X |
I. Attitude Dynamics and Control |
|
O. Professionalism |
|
D. Propulsion |
|
J.
Telecommunications |
|
P.
Computer Usage |
|
E. Flight Mechanics |
|
K. Space Structures |
|
Q. Structural Dynamics |
|
F. Stability and
Control |
|
L.
Rocket Propulsion |
|
R.
Measurements and Instrumentation |
|
TEXT:
J. M. Gere and Goodno, Mechanics of
Materials, 7th Edition.
INTEGRITY
POLICY:
ALL work
that you turn in for grading MUST be your own work, not work that is copied
from some other source.
University policies and procedures will be followed strictly whenever academic
dishonesty is suspected.
HOMEWORK POLICY:
Late homework will not be accepted.
Show a complete solution, with all the intermediate steps and calculations, to receive full credit for homework.
Turn in your homework on a standard 8.5 x 11 paper, stapled together. Write clearly.
Graded homework problems will be returned to you one week later during Tutorial sessions.
Solutions to the homework problems will be discussed in the recitation/tutorial sections.
You may study together, but your solutions should be your own.
EXAMINATIONS:
Mid-Term Exam #1 |
October 1, 2008 |
GEA 105 |
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm |
Mid-Term Exam #2 |
November 5, 2008 |
GEA 105 |
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm |
Final Exam |
TBD |
TBD |
TBD |
Grading: |
Homework: |
10% |
|
2 Mid-Term
Exams |
50% |
|
Final exam |
40% |
Grading
Scale: |
> 80 points |
A |
|
70 - 79 points |
B |
|
60 - 69 points |
C |
|
50 - 59 points |
D |
TOPICS:
Introduction - (1 lecture)
General concepts of stress, strain, material behavior and
some design considerations (3 lectures)
Analyses involving axial deformation members (4 lectures)
Torsion of circular bars and thin-walled tubes (8 lectures)
Shear and bending moment diagrams (2 lectures)
Stresses in beams (6 lectures)
Deflection of beams (6 lectures)
Transformation of stress and strain (2 lectures)
Stresses due to combined loading and in thin-walled pressure
vessels - (6 lectures)
Buckling of columns - (3 lectures)
ATTENDANCE:
Regular
attendance is expected.
IMPORTANT
DATES:
For important
deadlines on dropping the course, please see the academic calendar:
http://www.utexas.edu/student/registrar/06-07long.html
SPECIAL
NOTES:
Upon request,
The University of Texas at
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