MECHATRONICS ENGINEERING
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
MCH4208 Mechanical Vibrations Fall 3 0 3 6
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Assoc. Prof. ARMAĞAN FATİH KARAMANLI
Recommended Optional Program Components: None.
Course Objectives: The aim of this course is to introduce the students to the fundamental concepts in mechanical vibrations.

The course objectives include:
1) Teaching vibration terminology,
2) Reviewing how to construct free-body-diagrams and obtain equations of motion,
3) Explaining different excitation types and how a mechanical system responds to such excitation,
4) Introducing the students to energy based methods for solving vibration problems,
5) Presenting the theory of the vibrations of some distributed parameter systems,

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Develops analytical models for single/multi- degree-of-freedom and distributed parameter systems,
2) Computes/simulates the system response due to impulsive, sinusoidal and arbitrary excitation,
3) Models systems using classical and energy based approaches,
4) Solves basic base excitation, shock loading, isolation and transmissibility problems,
5) Explains modal analysis and the relevance of eigenvalues/vectors in modal models of systems,

Course Content


W1 Introduction

W2 Modelling of 1-DOF Systems-I

W3 Modelling of 1-DOF Systems-II

W4 Free Vibrations of 1-DOF Systems-I

W5 Free Vibrations of 1-DOF Systems-II

W6 Harmonically Excited Vibrations of 1-DOF Systems

W7 Free Vibrations of 2-DOF Systems-I

W8 Free Vibrations of 2-DOF Systems-II

W9 Modelling of M-DOF Systems-I

W10 Modelling of M-DOF Systems-II

W11 Free Vibrations of M-DOF Systems

W12 Forced Vibrations of M-DOF Systems

W13 Vibrations of Continuous Systems-I

W14 Vibrations of Continuous Systems-II

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction
2) Free Vibrations of 1-DOF Systems-I
3) Free Vibrations of 1-DOF Systems-II
4) Harmonically Excited Vibrations of 1-DOF Systems
5) Vibrations of 1-DOF Systems under General Forcing
6) Vibrations of 2-DOF Systems
7) Midterm Exam
8) Modal Analysis
9) Energy Based Methods for Vibration Analysis
10) Vibrations of Distributed Parameter Systems-I
11) Vibrations of Distributed Parameter Systems-II
12) Vibration Analysis with Finite Element Methods
13) Vibration Control
14) Advanced Topics and Summary

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: 1) W. T. Thomson and M. D. Dahleh, “Theory of Vibration with Applications”, 5th ed., Prentice-Hall, 1993, ISBN: 0-13-651068-X.
2) S. S. Rao, “Mechanical Vibrations”, 4th ed., Pearson, 2004, ISBN: 0-13-120768-7.
References: 1) Ders notları / Lecture notes

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Quizzes 10 % 50
Final 1 % 50
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Study Hours Out of Class 14 5 70
Project 9 4 36
Midterms 1 2 2
Final 1 3 3
Total Workload 153

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

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. 4
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. 5
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. 4
6) Cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working on Mechatronics-related problems. 4
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. 3
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. 3
9) Develop an awareness of professional and ethical responsibility, and behave accordingly. Be informed about the standards used in Mechatronics Engineering applications. 2
10) Learn about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. 3
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.