Table of contents

The course is connected to the following study programs

Teaching language

Norwegian / English.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of the course, the student should be able to

  • can carry out static analysis for the determination of forces and moments in beams and mechanical systems.
  • are able to draw and understand the free-body diagrams
  • have skills in the use of stress analysis for linear elastic materials.
  • have skills in the use of deformation analysis for linear elastic materials.
  • apply 3D CAD system SolidWorks for the model and drawing generation.
  • prepare 3D models for finite element Analysis.
  • use the element method-based tools for basic optimization / verification of machine structures.

Contents

The course is an introduction course for students who do not hold a bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering.

The course consists of three modules: Statics and Strength of Materials, 3D Modeling and drawing generation and Finite Element Modeling.

Statics & Strength of Materials:
Theory of statically determined beams, frames, trusses and composite structures. Moment, shear, torsion and axial loaded. Equilibrium, graphical and analytical methods. Stress analysis for linear elastic material.

3D Modeling:
Introducing the use of modern CAD (Computer aided design) tools and the manufacture of technical drawings. Application of appropriate software.

Finite-Element Modeling:
Introduction to the element method, linear static analysis, application of volume elements. Application of appropriate software.

Teaching and learning methods

Lectures, laboratory work and exercises. Estimated workload for the average student is 27 hours per credit.

Examination requirements

Compulsory exercises must be approved in order to sit the exam. Information will be given in Canvas at the start of the course.

Examinations

Individual digital examination - 5 hours. Graded assessment.

Student evaluation

The person responsible for the course decides, in cooperation with student representative, the form of student evaluation and whether the course is to have a midway or end of course evaluation in accordance with the quality system for education, chapter 4.1.

Offered as a free-standing course

Yes

Admission Requirement if given as a free-standing course

Same as for the master's programme in mechatronics.

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
MAS405 – Machine Elements and Hydraulics. 7.5
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