ENGEN110-22G (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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EF.2.01
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rachael.tighe@waikato.ac.nz

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: natalie.shaw@waikato.ac.nz

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Paper Description

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

The learning outcomes for this paper are linked to Washington Accord graduate attributes WA1-WA11. Explanation of the graduate attributes can be found at: https://www.ieagreements.org/assets/Uploads/Documents/IEA-Graduate-Attributes-and-Professional-Competencies-2021.1-Sept-2021.pdf

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Paper Structure

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This is taught through pre-recorded short videos that should be watched prior to the 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 across a variety of real world problems, identifying appropriate assumptions (WA1, WA2)
    Linked to the following assessments:
    • Assignments (1)
    • Final Test (2)
  • Calculate internal and support forces and moments using the concept of static equilibrium and free body diagrams (WA1, WA2, WA3)
    Linked to the following assessments:
    • Assignments (1)
    • Final Test (2)
  • Solve a variety of dynamics problems using Newton's laws, kinematics, and kinetics (WA1, WA2, WA3)
    Linked to the following assessments:
    • Assignments (1)
    • Final Test (2)
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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.

Samples of your work may be required as part of the Engineering New Zealand accreditation process for BE(Hons) degrees. Any samples taken will have the student name and ID redacted. If you do not want samples of your work collected then please email the engineering administrator, Natalie Shaw (natalie.shaw@waikato.ac.nz), to opt out.

Note: Due to COVID-19 and the availability of staff, schedule and/or assessment changes may need to occur, but will be communicated via Moodle and/or in workshops.

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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
2. Final Test
50
  • In Class: In Workshop
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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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Note: This is a repeating paper for those who enrolled in ENGEN110 in B-trimester and have received a passing grade for the lab component. If you did not take ENGEN110 or did not complete and pass the labs and the project, please take ENGEN110 in the B-trimester of 2023.

ENGEN110 in B-trimester has covered the following learning outcomes relating to the labs and project:

Verify idealised calculated results using experimentation and compare and contrast the results (WA2, WA3).

As a team, evaluate a real problem and propose a solution using mechanics knowledge (WA3, WA8).

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Prerequisite(s)

Prerequisites: (14 credits at Level 3 in NCEA Physics or PHYSC100 or B- grade in ENGEN100 or FOUND011) and (14 credits at Level 3 in NCEA Calculus or MATHS165 or a B- in CAFS011 or FOUND007)

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