CEG3302 : Structural Mechanics
- Offered for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s): Dr Vladimir Vinogradov
- Owning School: Engineering
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 10 |
| ECTS Credits: | 5.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Aims
This module builds on the fundamental structural theory taught in Stages 1 and 2 to include more complex analysis of structural elements and expand the theory to analysis of non-symmetrical cross-sections, statically determinate and indeterminate structures.
Outline Of Syllabus
Stresses and strains: Definitions of stresses, strains, tractions; Stress tensor; Differential and integral relations between stresses and forces, stresses and moments, strains and displacements; Equilibrium and compatibility.
Symmetric bending of beams: Pure bending; Moments of area; Flexural and shear stress distribution; Deflection in statically determinate and indeterminate beams; Euler’s buckling.
Torsion: Torsion of open and closed cross-sections; Stress distribution due to torsion; Membrane analogy; Rotation due to torsion.
General bending of beams: Stresses due to flexure; Location and direction of Neutral axis; Shear stresses due to bending; Distribution of shear stresses in thin-wall sections; Shear centres; Deflections and rotations of beams under applied loads.
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 2:00 | 2:00 | Exam |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 2 | 2:00 | 4:00 | assessments prep |
| Structured Guided Learning | Lecture materials | 9 | 1:00 | 9:00 | Recording of worked out examples |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 11 | 2:00 | 22:00 | lectures |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 2 | 10:00 | 20:00 | Revision for summative assessment |
| Guided Independent Study | Skills practice | 4 | 4:00 | 16:00 | Formative online tests/practise problems. |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 9 | 1:00 | 9:00 | tutorials |
| Structured Guided Learning | Structured non-synchronous discussion | 2 | 2:00 | 4:00 | Asynchronous Q&A session run over a day |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 1 | 14:00 | 14:00 | independent study |
| Total | 100:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
The content of this module is largely theoretical and will therefore be taught through a combination of lectures (to impart knowledge) and problem solving sessions to apply this knowledge, develop problem solving skills, check understanding of the material and enable the students to receive additional help as required.
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | 120 | 1 | A | 80 | End of Semester Exam |
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer assessment | 1 | M | 20 | In-course online assessment (NUMBAS test/Canvas) |
Formative Assessments
Formative Assessment is an assessment which develops your skills in being assessed, allows for you to receive feedback, and prepares you for being assessed. However, it does not count to your final mark.
| Description | Semester | When Set | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer assessment | 1 | M | 4 x online practice tests set approx every fortnight |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
This module is largely theoretical and numerical, it is therefore appropriate to assess the learning outcomes entirely by written or computer-based examination. This will consist of questions that require application and synthesis of the course material.
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- CEG3302's Timetable