MEEN20030 Applied Dynamics I

Academic Year 2021/2022

Dynamics is a branch of mechanics dealing with the motion of bodies under the action of forces. It has two distinct parts: "kinematics" which is the study of motion without reference to the forces causing the motion, and "kinetics", which relates the action of forces on bodies to their resulting motion. A thorough comprehension of dynamics provides one of the most useful and powerful tools for analysis in engineering.

Applied Dynamics I will focus on the following topics: - Particle Kinematics - Plane Kinematics of Rigid Bodies - Plane Kinetics of Rigid Bodies - Work-energy of Rigid Bodies - Impulse and Momentum. Text: "Engineering Mechanics, Dynamics", Meriam & Kraige, 7th Edition/8th Edition, SI version, Wiley.

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Curricular information is subject to change

Learning Outcomes:

On successful completion of this subject the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate a familiarity with the fundamental principles of mechanics.
2. Apply the principles of mechanics to solve engineering problems.
3 Analyse a mechanics question to determine the relevant information required to solve it.
4. Sketch the system / draw a free body diagram.
5. Make appropriate assumptions to allow solution.
6. Choose an appropriate solution strategy: force-acceleration, work-energy, or impulse momentum.
7. Interpret results obtained.

Indicative Module Content:

Particle Kinematics
Rigid Body Kinematics
Kinetics (Particle, Rigid Body)
Concept of Work and Energy

Student Effort Hours: 
Student Effort Type Hours
Lectures

36
Tutorial

12
Autonomous Student Learning

72
Total

120
Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
Face to face lectures
Tutorials and problem solving sessions
In class discussions
Guest Lectures
Videos and online content 
Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations
Learning Recommendations:

Calculus
Applied Mathematics
Introductory Physics


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Not applicable to this module.
 
Assessment Strategy  
Description Timing Open Book Exam Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade
Examination: Class Tests Throughout the Trimester Yes Graded No

35
Examination: Time bound examination 2 hour End of Trimester Exam Yes Graded Yes

65

Carry forward of passed components
Yes
 
Resit In Terminal Exam
Autumn Yes - 2 Hour
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 
Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment
• Group/class feedback, post-assessment
• Online automated feedback

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

Class tests will have group feedback while online submissions will have automated and individual feedback. Feedback on individual performance as and when required.

Engineering Mechanics. Volume 2. Dynamics, Eighth edition
J. L Meriam (author), L. G Kraige (author), J. N Bolton (author)
Name Role
Rohit Chawla Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Dr Vikram Pakrashi Lecturer / Co-Lecturer