MODULE CODE: ME4111 LEVEL: 4 CREDITS: 30

TITLE: Engineering and Mechanical Principles

PRE-REQUISITES: None

CO-REQUISITES: None

MODULE SUMMARY (INDICATIVE)

This module introduces the students to the fundamentals of thermodynamics and
fluid mechanics along with solid mechanics (statics and dynamics). The
thermodynamics and fluid mechanics sections of the module introduces the key
concepts of system, work, heat and the main laws of Thermodynamics (zeroth, first
and second laws) with special reference to their engineering applications. This
section also introduces the main equations of fluid statics and dynamics, properties
of fluids and their measurement methodology and units. The solid mechanics section
provides an understanding of the behaviour of particles and rigid bodies whilst
stationary and in motion. Bodies under equilibrium conditions are studied and the
external and internal parameters such as force, moment, stress, strain etc. are
defined, derived and used for problem solving. This section also introduces
kinematics and kinetics/dynamics of particles and rigid bodies with their engineering
applications. The module is primarily delivered through lectures supported by
tutorials sessions and laboratories. Course materials will be available on
StudySpace.

AIMS (DEFINITIVE)
To introduce students to the main thermodynamic principles and laws with
their engineering applications.
To provide an understanding of the main fluid mechanics equations, fluid
properties and their measurements techniques.
To introduce the fundamental principles and engineering applications of stress
analysis, structures and dynamics.
To develop the ability and skills in problem solving related to engineering
problems.

LEARNING OUTCOMES (DEFINITIVE)

On successful completion of the module, students will be able to:
State the fundamental laws of thermodynamics & describe the effects of their
associated equations.
Describe the fundamental properties and characteristics of a fluid and state
the basic equations of fluid statics and fluid dynamics.
Apply the basic principles of thermodynamics and the mechanics of fluids to simple
engineering situations.
Determine the external and internal forces and moments in simple structures under
 equilibrium and carry out simple stress analysis of engineering components in
tension, compression and bending modes.
Describe and apply the basic concepts of kinematics and kinetics to simple bodies in
motion with constant acceleration.
Describe the behaviour of simple systems subjected to free vibrations and
apply energy methods to bodies in motion.

CURRICULUM CONTENT (INDICATIVE)

Units and dimensions, open & closed systems.
Work, heat, fluid properties.
Zeroth, first and second Laws of Thermodynamics.
Pressure and Temperature Measurement.
Hydrostatics, laminar and turbulent flows, continuity, momentum and energy
equations.
Gas laws.
Free body diagrams for static and dynamic situations.
Basic kinetics; Newtons laws of motion; Force and Acceleration.
Work and Energy; Impulse and Momentum.
Simple kinematics of a rigid body; Rectilinear and Curvilinear motion.
Free-undamped Vibrations with a single degree of freedom.
Static equilibrium: Coplanar and concurrent force system.
Force Moments. Forces in pin-jointed frameworks.
Direct and shear stress and strain, compound bars and thin walled vessels.

TEACHING AND LEARNING STRATEGY (INDICATIVE)

The module is delivered by a combination of lectures, seminars and practical
sessions. Teaching notes, guided reading, problem solving case studies and other
supplementary materials will be available on the StudySpace and can be accessed
via the dedicated module site. The appropriate use of technology to enhance
learning is encouraged, this will include, but not be limited to, the use of the tools
built into StudySpace such as discussion board and group working tools and, where
appropriate, application of specialist software (e.g. MATLAB) and general software
such as spreadsheets to analyse data and help determine solutions to engineering
problems.

Formal lectures are used to introduce and develop key concepts while the
accompanying programme of laboratory and tutorial sessions focus on examples of
application and give opportunities to acquire deeper insight into the concepts being
explored. The tutorial sessions are integrated into the teaching programme and
provide an opportunity for feedback at regular intervals as part of the various
formative exercises used to prepare students for the summative assessments, these
will include the introduction of the basic analytical techniques used to solve
engineering problems in solid mechanics and thermofluids.
BREAKDOWN OF TEACHING AND LEARNING HOURS

DEFINITIVE KIS CATEGORY INDICATIVE DESCRIPTION HOURS

Scheduled learning and 38 lectures x2 hours 76
teaching 16 tutorial/seminars x2 hours 32
4 laboratory sessions x3 hrs 12
Guided independent study Preparatory reading, tutorial 180
and laboratory exercises.
Total 300

ASSESSMENT STRATEGY (INDICATIVE)

Summative assessment will be both coursework and written examination. The
coursework exercises including, two in-course tests, test 1 will be Multiple Choice
and done online (worth 10%), test 2 will be short answer questions (worth 15%) and
four laboratory reports (worth 15%). The module will conclude with a two-hour end
of year unseen examination worth 60%, comprising of a combination of long and
short answer questions. Formative assessment will be provided through the
tutorial/seminar work which should provide opportunities to feed-forward and thus
inform the summative assessments. Feed-forward opportunities are also present
during the laboratory sessions. allowing students to explore some of the concepts
practically and in more depth. The first of the four laboratory reports will be used as a
formative opportunity allowing for feedback to inform the later three summative
reports. Feedback on formative and summative assessment should take place
regularly, again within the tutorial/seminar sessions.

MAPPING OF LEARNING OUTCOMES TO ASSESSMENT STRATEGY

(INDICATIVE)

LEARNING OUTCOME ASSESSMENT STRATEGY

On completion of the module, students
will be able to:
1) State the fundamental laws of
thermodynamics & describe the effects of
their associated equations.
2) Describe the fundamental properties
and characteristics of a fluid and state
the basic equations of fluid statics and
fluid dynamics.
3) Apply the basic principles of
thermodynamics and the mechanics of
fluids to simple engineering situations.
4) Determine the external and internal
forces and moments in simple structures
under equilibrium and carry out simple
stress analysis of engineering
components in tension, compression and
Formatively through tutorial
exercises. Summatively by multiple
choice online test 1.
Formatively through tutorial
exercises. Summatively by multiple
choice online test 1, laboratory
reports (1 of 3) and by unseen end of
module examination.
Formatively through tutorial
exercises. Summatively by short
answer test 2, and by unseen end of
module examination.
Formatively through tutorial
exercises. Summatively by short
answer test 2, laboratory reports (1 of
3) and by unseen end of module
examination.
bending modes.
5) Describe and apply the basic concepts
of kinematics and kinetics to simple
bodies in motion with constant
acceleration.
6). Describe the behaviour of simple
systems subjected to free vibrations and
apply energy methods to bodies in
motion
Formatively through tutorial
exercises. Summatively by multiple
choice online test 1, laboratory
reports (1 of 3) and by unseen end of
module examination.
Formatively through tutorial
exercises. Summatively by short
answer test 2, and by unseen end of
module examination.
BREAKDOWN OF MAJOR CATEGORIES OF ASSESSMENT

DEFINITIVE KIS CATEGORY INDICATIVE DESCRIPTION PERCENTAGE

Written Exam Written examination of 2 hours 60%
durations typically containing
long and short answer
questions.
Coursework 3 x laboratory reports 15%
(total)
1 x MCQ test 10% 40%
1 x Short Answer test 15%
Total 100%

ACHIEVING A PASS
It IS NOT a requirement that any major assessment category is passed
separately in order to achieve an overall pass for the module.

BIBLIOGRAPHY (INDICATIVE):

Core Text(s):
Cengel Y and Boles M, Thermodynamics: An Engineering Approach, 6th Edition,
McGraw-Hill, 2007. ISBN 0071257713.

White FM, Fluid Mechanics, McGraw-Hill Higher Education, 2008,

ISBN 9780072938449.

Meriam JL and Kraige LG, Statics - Engineering Mechanics, 6th edition, 2008, Wiley,
2008, ISBN 9780471787020.

Meriam JL and Kraige LG, Dynamics - Engineering Mechanics, 6th edition, Wiley,
2007, ISBN 0471787035.

Recommended Reading:
Chadwick A, Morfett J, Borthwick M, Hydraulics in Civil and Environmental
Engineering, 2012, ISBN 9780415672450.

Beer FP and Johnston E, Vector Mechanics for Engineers: Statics, 7th edition,
McGraw Hill, 2004, ISBN 0072304936.