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| Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 | ||
| Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
| MCH2008 | Engineering Mechanics | Fall | 3 | 2 | 4 | 8 |
| Language of instruction: | English |
| Type of course: | Must Course |
| Course Level: | Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle) |
| Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
| Course Coordinator : | Assoc. Prof. MEHMET BERKE GÜR |
| Recommended Optional Program Components: | None |
| Course Objectives: | The main purpose of this course is to introduce the basic principles of engineering mechanics to students. Statics and dynamics topics are presented in a unified approach. |
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The students who have succeeded in this course; The students who have succeeded in this course; 1) Perform rudimentary vector algebra operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, projection) on various types of loads. 2) For a given loading system, obtain the resultant force/couple and establish equilibrium conditions. 3) Be able to construct free-body-diagrams related to mechanical systems. 4) Determine the internal forces and equilibrium conditions for simple structures such as trusses, frames and machines. 5) Can apply the principle of virtual work in solving mechanics problems, can solve mechanics problens involving friction. 6) Associates the motion of a body with one or a combination of the principle motion types, describes the motion in terms of displacement, velocity, and acceleration. 7) Applies Newton’s laws to derive the equations governing the motion of a body. 8) Defines the kinetic and potential energy for a system and applies the principle of conservation of energy to obtain governing equations. 9) Rephrases the problem in terms of linear and angular momentum and develops the equations of motion, solves impact problems. 10) Calculates the area and mass moments of inertia. 11) Solves basic vibration problems. |
| Introduction to engineering mechanics, Newton's laws, units, force systems, representing forces, moments, and couples, free-body-diagrams, coordinate systems, resultants, equilibrium, trusses, frames and machines, centroid, mass, gravity centers, area moments, inertia computations, friction, principle of virtual work, kinematics of particles and system of particles, 2D/3D motion, linear and curvilinear motion, relative motion, kinetics of particles and system of particles (force and acceleration, work and energy, impulse and momentum), kinematics and kinetics of rigid bodies, mechanical vibrations |
| Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
| 1) | Introduction to engineering mechanics, Newton's laws, units | |
| 2) | Force systems, representing forces, moments, and couples, free-body-diagrams | |
| 3) | Force systems, coordinate systems, resultants | |
| 4) | Equilibrium | |
| 5) | Trusses, frames and machines | |
| 6) | Centroid, mass, gravity centers, area moments, inertia computations | |
| 7) | Friction, principle of virtual work | |
| 8) | Kinematics of particles and system of particles, 2D/3D motion, linear and curvilinear motion, relative motion | |
| 9) | Kinetics of particles and system of particles - Force and Acceleration | |
| 10) | Kinetics of particles and system of particles - Work and Energy | |
| 11) | Kinetics of particles and system of particles - Impulse and Momentum | |
| 12) | Kinematics of rigid bodies | |
| 13) | Kinetics of rigid bodies | |
| 14) | Mechanical vibrations |
| Course Notes / Textbooks: | R. C. Hibbeler, Engineering Mechanics: Statics & Dynamics (14th Edition) 14th Edition, 2019, ISBN-13: 978-0133915426. Ferdinand Beer, Johnston, Jr., E. Russell , Vector Mechanics for Engineers: Statics and Dynamics, 10th Edition, 2019, ISBN-13: 978-0073398136. |
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| Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
| Attendance | 14 | % 0 |
| Quizzes | 10 | % 50 |
| Midterms | 1 | % 10 |
| Final | 1 | % 40 |
| Total | % 100 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 60 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 40 | |
| Total | % 100 | |
| Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
| Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Study Hours Out of Class | 16 | 9 | 144 |
| Quizzes | 10 | 1 | 10 |
| Midterms | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| Final | 3 | 1 | 3 |
| Total Workload | 202 | ||
| No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
| Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
| 1) | Build up a body of knowledge in mathematics, science and Mechatronics Engineering subjects; use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve complex engineering problems. | 5 |
| 2) | Identify, formulate, and solve complex Mechatronics Engineering problems; select and apply proper modeling and analysis methods for this purpose. | 5 |
| 3) | Design complex Mechatronic systems, processes, devices or products under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; apply modern design methods for this purpose. | 4 |
| 4) | Devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for solving complex problems in Mechatronics Engineering practice; employ information technologies effectively. | 4 |
| 5) | Design and conduct numerical or pysical experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating the complex problems specific to Mechatronics Engineering. | 2 |
| 6) | Cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working on Mechatronics-related problems. | 2 |
| 7) | Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing. Write and understand reports, prepare design and production reports, deliver effective presentations, give and receive clear and understandable instructions. | 1 |
| 8) | Recognize the need for life-long learning; show ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously educate oneself. | |
| 9) | Develop an awareness of professional and ethical responsibility, and behave accordingly. Be informed about the standards used in Mechatronics Engineering applications. | 1 |
| 10) | Learn about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. | |
| 11) | Acquire knowledge about the effects of practices of Mechatronics Engineering on health, environment, security in universal and social scope, and the contemporary problems of Mechatronics engineering; is aware of the legal consequences of Mechatronics engineering solutions. |