Table of contents

The course is connected to the following study programs

  • Mechatronics, Bachelor's Programme

Teaching language

Norwegian/Scandinavian/English

Recommended previous knowledge

MAS132 3D design and MAS100 Mechanics.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of the course, the student
  • have basic knowledge about calculation and construction of mechanical components
  • understand the mode of operation and the requirements of the components
  • be able to choose the proper materials and to design with regards to industrial design
  • apply finite element based tools for optimization/verification of mechanical constructions
  • verify and estimate the accuracy of the above mentioned analysis
  • have a basic knowledge to the theoretical fundament for the finite element method including stiffness matrix for different types of elements, theory of elasticity and criteria for dimensioning

Contents

  • Principal stresses, design against static failure and fatigue failure of selected machine elements (Whöler-curves/SN-diagrams and Goodman diagrams) – for example dimensioning of shafts, bearings, beams
  • Calculation of mechanical components: Static dimensioning, fatigue, bolt connections, Shafts, bearings
  • Use of Finite element method (FEM): Background and philosophy. Static linear systems: Stress/strain simulations, matrix statics, truss, beam and solid elements, application of boundary conditions and load conditions, use of computer programs.

Teaching and learning methods

Lectures partly in groups and exercises/laboratory work in groups.

Expected work load is 27 hours/credit point

Examination requirements

Satisfactory submission of compulsory exercises.

Examinations

Written examination, 5 hours. Graded assessment.

Student evaluation

The person responsible for the course, in consultation with the student representative, decides the method of evaluation and whether the courses will have a midterm- or end of term evaluation, see also the Quality System, section 4.1. Information about evaluation method for the course will be posted on Canvas.

Offered as a free-standing course

Yes. Subject to availability or capacity.

Reduction of Credits

This course’s contents overlap with the following courses. A reduction of credits will occur if one of these courses is taken in addition:

Course Reduction of Credits
MAS249 – Materials Science, Machine Elements and FEM1. 7.5
MAS102 – Mechanical Design. 3
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