MechanicsLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

To understand basic static problems, to solve forces and moments in two dimensional systems, to understand meaning of trusses, the idea of point load and distributed load.
To understand rotational motion in dynamics, laws of motion for rotating bodies, solve basic problems of rotation, moment of inertia etc.
EUR-ACE Knowledge and Understanding:
To gain understanding of theory and practical problems in statics and dynamics.
TEL TELNA: to gain the ability to use mathematics and physics skills when solving statics and dynamics problems.

Content

Statics:
- Equilibrium of rigid bodies
- Axle weights of vehicles
- Frames and Machines
- Friction
- Forces in beams
Dynamics:
- Laws of motion for rotating bodies
- Angular and rotational motion equations
- Moment of inertia
- Torque
- Mass of center
- Steiner’s formula
- Rolling resistance

Qualifications

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Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

- Excellent (5) requires understanding of different loading types and capability to apply measuring of systems independently.
- Good (3-4) requires good understanding of loading types and solve different kind of problems.
- Satisfactory (1-2) requires skills to solve basic problems of common loading types and describe a practical application problem.