ENGEN110-21G (HAM)

Engineering Mechanics

15 Points

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Division of Health Engineering Computing & Science
School of Engineering

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Convenor(s)

Larissa Kopf

Larissa Kopf
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larissa.kopf@waikato.ac.nz

Rachael Tighe

Rachael Tighe
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rachael.tighe@waikato.ac.nz

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Larissa Kopf

Larissa Kopf
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larissa.kopf@waikato.ac.nz

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Paper Description

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The concepts of equilibrium of rigid bodies, structures such as trusses, and mechanisms and the use of equilibrium equations to calculate forces due to applied loads are covered in statics. Free body diagrams, a fundamental tool for Engineers, are used extensively in the paper. The kinematic relationship (relationship between displacement, velocity and acceleration and the relationship between forces and acceleration (Newton's laws of motion)) and energy methods are covered in dynamics.

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Paper Structure

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This is taught through pre-recorded short videos that should be watched prior to associated workshops which facilitate active learning covering example problems and practical applications. Note that two textbooks by R. C. Hibbeler are recommended for this paper.
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Learning Outcomes

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Students who successfully complete the paper should be able to:

  • Consistently create free body diagrams of real world problems
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  • Calculate support forces and moments on rigid bodies using the concept of equilibrium and free-body diagrams
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  • Calculate the forces and moments in simple structures and mechanisms and verify results using experimentation
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  • Determine the internal forces and moments in simple structural elements such as bars, shafts and beams
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  • Understand and explain how the loads are transmitted to the supports of simple structures and mechanisms
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  • Solve problems involving constant acceleration, using the relationship between displacement, velocity and acceleration
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  • Solve problems involving motion of a particle along a curved path
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  • Calculate the acceleration (translational/rotational) or the actions (forces/moments) in a moving particle using Newton's laws
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  • Solve problems involving motion of a particle along a path using the work-energy equations.
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  • Solve problems involving the motion of particles using impulse-momentum equations.
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Assessment

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The syllabus for the final test may include all material that is covered during this course.

Assignments form an important part of the paper, they allow you to practice important concepts and therefore help you cement your knowledge and prepare for the test.

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Assessment Components

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The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 100:0. There is no final exam. The final exam makes up 0% of the overall mark.

The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 100:0 or 0:0, whichever is more favourable for the student. The final exam makes up either 0% or 0% of the overall mark.

Component DescriptionDue Date TimePercentage of overall markSubmission MethodCompulsory
1. Assignments
50
  • Hand-in: In Workshop
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
2. Final Test
50
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Assessment Total:     100    
Failing to complete a compulsory assessment component of a paper will result in an IC grade
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Required and Recommended Readings

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Required Readings

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Lecture notes available on Moodle

Pre-recorded videos available on Moodle

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Recommended Readings

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Mechanics for Engineers, Statics. R.C. Hibbeler SI Edition (13th or 14th edition). Either ebook or hard copy.

Mechanics for Engineers, Dynamics. R.C. Hibbeler SI Edition (13th or 14th Edition). Either ebook or hard copy.

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Online Support

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Lecture material will be placed on Moodle. The lectures will be recorded on Panopto but unforeseen technical problems can occasionally cause problems with recordings.
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Workload

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Short videos: 12 hours

Lecture discussions: 40 hours

Total number of contact hours: 52 hours

Assignments: 16 hours

Test preparation: 16 hours

Self study: 24 hours

Total number of non-contact hours: 56 hours

Note: For every hour in class it is expected you spend around an hour out of class on other activities such as practicing examples, reviewing notes etc.

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Linkages to Other Papers

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Note: This is a repeating paper for those who enrolled in ENGEN110-21B and have received a passing grade for the lab component. If you did not take ENGEN110-21B or did not complete and pass the labs and the project, please take ENGEN110 in 2022.
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Prerequisite(s)

Prerequisites: (14 credits at Level 3 in NCEA Physics or one of PHYS100 or PHYSC100 or B- grade in ENGEN100) and (14 credits at Level 3 in NCEA Calculus or one of MATH165, MATHS165 or a B- in CAFS011 or FOUND011)

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Restriction(s)

Restricted papers: ENGG110

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