INTERNATIONAL ISLAMIC UNIVERSITY MALAYSIA

COURSE OUTLINE
Kulliyyah

Engineering

Department

Mechanical Engineering

Name of Course

Dynamics

Course Code

MEC 1392

Status

Core

Level

Credit Hours

Pre-requisites

MEC 1391
Name
Room
Email
Phone no
Lecture time

Instructor
Lecture Room
Consultation hrs

Course Objectives

Learning Outcomes

: Dr. Nabilah Ramli

: E1-5-4.1
: nabilah@iium.edu.my
: +603 61966560
: Section 1: M-W: 14.00 pm -15.20 pm.
Section 2: M-W: 15.30 pm -16.50 pm.
: ENG LRM (E1-3-9)
ENG LRM (E1-3-10)
: Tue:10.00 am-11.30 am;
Wed: 10.00 am-11.30 am

1. To present a clear idea and knowledge on mechanics of

particles and rigid bodies in motion.
2. To present understanding on kinematics of particles and
rigid bodies.
3. To present understanding on kinetics of particles.
1. Analyze basic kinematics problems in dynamics.
2. Apply Newtons Second Law of motion on a particle or
system of particles.
3. Apply the principle of work and energy on a particle or
system of particles.
4. Solve problems involving impulse and momentum for a
particle or system of particles.
5. Solve problems involving planar rigid body kinematics.

Mapping of course to the Programme Learning Outcomes

Programme Outcomes
Learning Outcome of the course
01

1. Analyze

basic

kinematics

problems

dynamics.

02

03

04

05

06

07

08

09

10

11

12

in

2. Apply Newtons Second Law of motion on a

particle or system of particles.
3. Apply the principle of work and energy on a
particle or system of particles.
4. Solve problems involving impulse and

momentum of a particle or system of
particles.
5. Solve problems involving planar rigid body

kinematics.

Method

Assessment

Class Quiz (5)

Assignment Quiz (5)
Midterm (Chapters - 12 & 13)
Date: 29 October 2014
Venue: TBD
Time: 8-10 pm
Final examination (All chapters)

LO
1-5
1-5
1- 2

%
10
10
30

1 -5

50

Tentative time table

Weeks
1,2,3,4

5,6

7,8

Topics

Chapter

Introduction to dynamics, kinematics of a particle,

rectilinear motion, curvilinear motion, dependent
motion analysis, relative-motion analysis.

12

Kinetics of a particle (force and acceleration),

Newtons 2nd law of motion, equation of motion,
equation of motion for a system of particles, equation
of motion - rectangular coordinates, equation of motion
- normal and tangential coordinates, equation of motion
- cylindrical coordinates.
Kinetics of a particle (work and energy), the work of a
force, principle of work and energy, principle of work
and energy for system of particles, conservative forces
and potential energy, conservation of energy.

13

14

Assignment
Questions
2,3,9,13,16,19,25,
29,74,81,86,87,89
,92,101,107,113,1
16,118,119,
122,124,134,139
146,161,164,168,
170,178,186,190,
197,199,201,209,
210,214,215,222,
229,237, 239
10, 21, 31, 38, 43,
48, 58, 62, 65, 72,
82, 90, 94, 100,
103, 109

1, 8, 14, 15, 18,

21, 23, 24, 25, 27,
30, 31, 35, 72, 75,
77, 79, 89, 91, 93

MIDTERM EXAMINATION (29 OCTOBER, WEDNESDAY, 8 pm-10 pm)

9,10,11

10, 12, 15, 19,

Kinetics of a particle (impulse and momentum),
15
21, 22, 30, 34,
principle of linear impulse and momentum,
40, 50, 51, 52,
conservation of linear momentum, impact, angular
67, 69, 75, 81,
momentum, relation between moment of a force and
83, 88, 89, 93
angular momentum, principle of angular impulse and
momentum.
1,3,13,18,21,29,5
12,13,14 Planar kinematics of a rigid body, rigid-body
16
9, 62,65, 67, 70,
motion, translation, rotation about a fixed axis,
74,87,88,93,103,1
relative-motion analysis - velocity, instantaneous
05,106,108,110,1
center of zero velocity, relative motion analysis 25,128
acceleration.
References
1. Hibbeler R.C. and Kai Beng Yap, (2012), Engineering Mechanics, Dynamics, Prentice
Hall Inc., 13th Edition.

Recommended references
1. Beer, F.P., Johnston, E.R., (2010), Vector Mechanics for Engineers, Dynamics,
McGraw-Hill, 9th Edition.
2. Meriam, J. L., Kraige, L.G., (2010), Engineering Mechanics, Dynamics, John Wiley &
Sons.

By the time of graduation, engineering students at IIUM are expected know or perform the
followings.
No

Programme Outcome for KOE, IIUM

1.

Engineering Knowledge (T) -Apply knowledge of mathematics, sciences, engineering

fundamentals and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering
problems;

2.

Problem Analysis (T) Identify, formulate, research relevant literature and analyze complex
engineering problems, and reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of
mathematics, natural sciences and engineering sciences;

3.

Design/Development of Solutions (A) Design solutions, exhibiting innovativeness, for

complex engineering problems and design systems, components or processes that meet
specified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and safety, cultural, societal,
economical, ethical, environmental and sustainability issues.

4.

Investigation (D) Conduct investigation into complex problems, displaying creativeness, using
research-based knowledge, and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and
interpretation of data, and synthesis of information to provide valid conclusions;

5.

Modern Tool Usage (A & D) -Create, select and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and
modern engineering and IT tools, including prediction and modelling, to complex engineering
activities, with an understanding of the limitations;

6.

The Engineer and Society (ESSE) -Apply reasoning based on contextual knowledge to assess
societal, health, safety, legal, cultural, contemporary issues, and the consequent responsibilities
relevant to professional engineering practices.

7.

Environment and Sustainability (ESSE) -Understand the impact of professional engineering

solutions in societal, global, and environmental contexts and demonstrate knowledge of and
need for sustainable development;

8.

Ethics (ESSE) Apply professional ethics with Islamic values and commit to responsibilities
and norms of professional engineering code of practices.

9.

Communication (S) -Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the

engineering community and with society at large, such as being able to comprehend and write
effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive
clear instructions;

10

Individual and Team Work (S) -Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or
leader in diverse teams and in multi-disciplinary settings.

11.

Life Long Learning (S) -Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability to
engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of technological change.

12.

Project Management and Finance (S) -Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of

engineering management and financial principles and apply these to ones own work, as a
member and/or leader in a team, to manage projects in multidisciplinary settings, and identify
opportunities of entrepreneurship.

The program learning outcomes (PO) are grouped into 5 general areas to identify the nature
of the skills and capability involved. These groups are:

1. Technical (T) essential capabilities related to traditional scientific and engineering

knowledge
2. Analysis (A) creatively working with available data and engineering tools and
fundamental knowledge to correctly solve basic problem
3. Design (D) being able to perceive the best solution for both small scale and large
scale project by involving all required basic problems
4. Ethics, Safety, Society and Environment (ESSE) - giving appropriate consideration to
matters pertaining to professionalism and ethics, safety, local and global society and
the environment
5. Work skills (S) being and effective communicator and effective member of a team
and to appreciate the need to continuously acquired skills and abilities.

University Policy: Attendance policy at IIUM - Student who misses 20% or more of classes
will be barred from the Final Examination. Students are reminded to observe the IIUM Rules
of Conduct and Attire for Students on campus and in attending classes/laboratory.
Class: 1hr and 20 minutes of lecture twice per week will begin from the first day/week of the
semester. Lectures will begin and end on time.
Tutorial: One hour of tutorial class per week will begin on the second or third week of the
semester. Each student must have enrolled in one tutorial section as posted.
Quiz, test and midterm exam:
1. Class Quiz:
5 quizzes to be conducted (1 quiz/chapter)
2. Assignment Quiz: 5 quizzes to be conducted (1 quiz/chapter). The questions are from
the assignment questions as stated in this course outline.
3. Midterm:
1 midterm exam (chapters 12 and 13 only)
Students will be informed at least one lecture before the quiz day. There will be absolutely
no make up for quizzes, tests and midterm exam.

Final exam: Centralized exam