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Engineering Mechanics (ENGR20004)
Undergraduate level 2Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
- Timetable(opens in new window)
Contact information
Semester 1
Overview
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The aim of this subject is to provide an introduction to modelling the stresses and deformations that occur when axial, torsional and flexural loads are applied to a body in static equilibrium, as well as the translational and rotational motions that eventuate in a body subject to different load applications. This material will be complemented with laboratory and project based approaches to learning.
The subject provides the basis for all the mechanical engineering subjects that follow. The calculations introduced in this subject are the most common type of calculations performed by professional mechanical engineers in all sectors of the industry.
INDICATIVE CONTENT
Topics to be covered include free-body diagrams; equilibrium; force systems; stresses and strains; coordinate systems; statically indeterminate systems; flexure; bending under combine loads; torsion; power transmission; kinematics; relative motion; particle kinetics; impulse and momentum; vibration; rigid body motion; angular impulse and momentum; work and energy.
Intended learning outcomes
Having completed this unit the student should be able to:
- formulate problems in statics and dynamics by choosing suitable system boundaries and identifying relevant forces and coordinate systems;
- analyse the equilibrium of systems of forces in two dimensions;
- determine the loads and stresses experienced by components of common engineering structures such as trusses, frames and beams;
- describe and analyse the motion of particles and rigid bodies using three-dimensional vectors;
- apply the principles of impulse-momentum and work-energy to solve problems in the dynamics of simple machines and vibrating structures.
Generic skills
On completion of the subject students are expected to have the ability to:
- apply knowledge of basic science and engineering fundamentals;
- communicate effectively;
- have in-depth technical competence in at least one engineering discipline;
- undertake problem identification, formulation and solution;
- function effectively as an individual and in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams, with the capacity to be leader or manager as well as an effective team member.
Last updated: 22 March 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Postgraduate students:
Admission into one of the following:
- Admission into or selection of one of the following:
- MC-CIVENG Master of Civil Engineering
- MC-ENVENG Master of Environmental Engineering
- MC-MECHENG Master of Mechanical Engineering
- MC-MTRNENG Master of Mechatronics Engineering
- MC-SOFTENG Master of Software Engineering
- MC-ARCHENG Master of Architectural Engineering
Undergraduate students:
For Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Biomedicine, and Bachelor of Commerce students:
- One of
Code Name Teaching period Credit Points PHYC10001 Physics 1: Advanced Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)12.5 PHYC10003 Physics 1 Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)12.5 PHYC10009 Foundations of Physics Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)12.5 - PHYC10005 - Physics 1: Fundamentals
AND
Either
All of
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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MAST10006 | Calculus 2 |
Summer Term (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
MAST10007 | Linear Algebra |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Summer Term (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
OR
All of
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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MAST10008 | Accelerated Mathematics 1 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
MAST10009 | Accelerated Mathematics 2 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
OR
All of
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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MAST10021 | Calculus 2: Advanced | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
MAST10022 | Linear Algebra: Advanced | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
For Bachelor of Environments and Bachelor of Design students:
- One of
Code Name Teaching period Credit Points ENGR10005 Statics Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)12.5 PHYC10001 Physics 1: Advanced Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)12.5 PHYC10003 Physics 1 Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)12.5 PHYC10009 Foundations of Physics Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)12.5 - PHYC10005 - Physics 1: Fundamentals
AND
Either
All of
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
MAST10006 | Calculus 2 |
Summer Term (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
MAST10007 | Linear Algebra |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Summer Term (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
OR
All of
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
MAST10008 | Accelerated Mathematics 1 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
MAST10009 | Accelerated Mathematics 2 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
OR
All of
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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MAST10021 | Calculus 2: Advanced | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
MAST10022 | Linear Algebra: Advanced | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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ENGR20003 | Engineering Materials and Mechanics | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 22 March 2024
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Weekly online quizzes. Requiring a total time commitment of 5 hours. Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) 1-5 addressed in these tests.
| Throughout the teaching period | 5% |
Assignments and laboratories (4 x 7.5%). Due in weeks 3, 7, 10 and 12. Requiring a total time commitment of approximately 30 hours. ILOs 1-5 addressed in these assignments.
| From Week 3 to Week 12 | 30% |
One mid-semester test. ILOs 1-5 addressed in these tests.
| Week 7 | 15% |
One written exam. ILOs 1-5 are addressed in this exam.
| End of semester | 50% |
Additional details
The examination paper will consist of problems designed to test whether the student has acquired the ability to apply fundamental principles to the solutions of problems involving statics and dynamics. The problems set for the exam will be similar to those undertaken in the workshops.
Last updated: 22 March 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Christian Brandl Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 36 hours of lectures and 24 hours of labs/tutorials. Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 27 February 2023 to 28 May 2023 Last self-enrol date 10 March 2023 Census date 31 March 2023 Last date to withdraw without fail 5 May 2023 Assessment period ends 23 June 2023 Semester 1 contact information
- Semester 2
Coordinator Daniel Chung Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 36 hours of lectures and 24 hours of labs/tutorials. Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 24 July 2023 to 22 October 2023 Last self-enrol date 4 August 2023 Census date 31 August 2023 Last date to withdraw without fail 22 September 2023 Assessment period ends 17 November 2023
Time commitment details
170 hours
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Last updated: 22 March 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
None
Recommended texts and other resources
Meriam JL and Kraige LG, Engineering Mechanics : Dynamics 7th Edition
HGibbeler RC, Statistics and Mechanics of Materials 3rd Edition
- Subject notes
INDICATIVE KEY LEARNING RESOURCES
Students will have access to lecture notes, lecture slides and workshop questions on LMS.
CAREERS / INDUSTRY LINKS
A 2 hour question and answer session with representatives from industry will be hosted for Engineering Mechanics students.
ENGR20004- 2016 summer teaching dates: 9th Jan to 17th Feb, the exam will be held during the following week.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Master of Architectural Engineering Informal specialisation Science Discipline subjects - new generation B-SCI Major Engineering Systems Informal specialisation Environments Discipline subjects Specialisation (formal) Mechanical Specialisation (formal) Mechanical with Business Specialisation (formal) Mechatronics Informal specialisation Bachelor of Design Elective Subjects Specialisation (formal) Civil with Business Specialisation (formal) Civil Specialisation (formal) Environmental Specialisation (formal) Structural Breadth Track Mechanical Engineering - Breadth options
This subject is available as breadth in the following courses:
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Commerce
- Bachelor of Design
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art)
- Bachelor of Music
- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
Additional information for this subject
Subject coordinator approval required
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 22 March 2024