COURSE OUTLINE

Fall 2016
Date Initials
Prepared by Instructor Sep. 8, 2016 SK
Approved by Head Sept. 10, 2016 RWB

1. Calendar Information

ENME 599 Vibrations & Machine Dynamics

This course will discuss linear vibration theory: free and forced vibration of single- and
multi-degree-of-freedom (DOF) systems; damping in machines; vibration isolators &
absorbers; experimental modal analysis. Balance of rotating machinery: sources of
unbalance, rigid rotors, flexible rotors, critical speeds, balancing principles. Lagrange
equations: application to mechanical systems.
Course Hours: 3 units; H (3-2/2)
Calendar Reference:
http://www.ucalgary.ca/pubs/calendar/current/mechanical-engineering.html#7893

2. Learning Outcomes and Graduate Attributes

At the end of this course, you will be able to:
1. Mathematically analyse and model vibration problems
2. Apply modal analysis techniques to determine modal parameters
3. Analytically solve Single-DOF and Multi-DOF vibration problems
4. Safely operate vibration equipment and instruments
5. Analyse and interpret experimental data to reach valid conclusions
6. Use mathematical software to solve vibration problems
7. Design and develop practical solutions for vibration problems

Graduate Attributes are generic characteristics specified by the CEAB (Canadian

Engineering Accreditation Board), expected to be exhibited by graduates of Canadian
engineering schools. This table summarizes how the Learning Outcomes relate to key
Graduate Attributes addressed in this course.
Learning Graduate Attribute
Outcome* A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 A10 A11 A12
1. D
2. D
7. I

CEAB Graduate Attributes:

A1. A knowledge base for engineering A7. Communication skills
A2. Problem analysis A8. Professionalism
A3. Investigation A9. Impact of engineering on society/environment
A4. Design A10. Ethics and equity
A5. Use of engineering tools A11. Economics and project management
A6. Individual and team work A12. Life-long learning

*The level at which the learning outcome is addressed in this course:

I (Introduced): Introductory level
 D (Developed): Intermediate development level
A (Applied): Advanced application level

3. Timetable
Section Days of the Start Duration Location
Week Time (Minutes)
L01 MWF 10:00 50 ENE 239
B01 T 13:00 110 EEEL 153
B02 T 13:00 110 EEEL 153
B03 T 15:00 110 EEEL 153
B04 T 15:00 110 EEEL 153
B05 R 12:00 110 EEEL 153
B06 R 12:00 110 EEEL 153
B07 R 14:00 110 EEEL 153
B08 R 14:00 110 EEEL 153

4. Course Instructors

Course Coordinator
Section Name Phone Office Email
L01/B01- Seonghwan (Sam) 220-6624 MEB 419 sskim@ucalgary.ca
B08 Kim

Laboratory Technician
Section Name Phone Office Email
B01-B08 Tibor Bata 220-5778 MEB 108 tbata@ucalgary.ca

Teaching Assistants
Section Name Phone Office Email
B01- Hamid 210-9738 MEB217 hamid.hoorzad2@ucalgary.ca
B02 Hoorzad
B03- Enaiyat Ghani 926-8644 MEB301 egovy@ucalgary.ca
B04 Ovy
B05- Seyed Mehdi 926-3240 MEB423 seyedmehdi.mirsadegh@ucalgary.ca
B06 Mirsadeghi
B07- Mehdi Sanati 220-4175 ENB03 mehdi.sanati@ucalgary.ca
B08

5. Examinations
The following examinations will be held in this course:
1. Two in-class quizzes
2. Final Exam
All examinations will be closed book and closed notes.

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Note: The timetable for Registrar Scheduled exams can be found at the University’s
Enrolment Services website, http://www.ucalgary.ca/registrar/.

6. Use of Calculators in Examinations

Non-programmable calculators without formulae storage may be used during
examinations (including quizzes).

7. Final Grade Determination

The final grade in this course will be based on the following components:

Learning
Component Outcome(s) Weight
Evaluated
Assignments 1,2,3,6 15 %
Lab Reports 1,4,5,6,7 15 %
Quiz 1 1,2,3 15 %
Quiz 2 1,2,3 15 %
Final Examination 1,2,3 40 %

Total: 100 %
Notes:
a) It is necessary to earn a passing grade on the final exam in order to pass the course
as a whole.
b) Conversion from a score out of 100 to a letter grade will be done using a scale
determined after the final examination has been marked. This allows the creation of
a scale appropriate to the relative difficulty or easiness of the term work and the final
exam.

8. Textbook
The following textbooks are recommended for this course:
Title Mechanical Vibrations: Modeling and Measurement
Author(s) Tony L. Schmitz (Author), K. Scott Smith (Author)
Edition, Year 1, 2012
Publisher Springer

Title Engineering Vibration

Author(s) Daniel J. Inman (Author)

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Edition, Year 4, 2013
Publisher Pearson

Title Mechanical Vibrations: Theory and Applications

Author(s) S. Graham Kelly (Author)
Edition, Year SI Edition, 2012
Publisher Cengage Learning

9. Course Policies

Advising Syllabus

All Schulich School of Engineering students and instructors have a responsibility to

familiarize themselves with the policies described in the Schulich School of Engineering
Advising Syllabus available at:

http://schulich.ucalgary.ca/undergraduate/advising

Emergency Evacuation/Assembly Points

In the event of an alarm sounding, all classrooms and labs must be evacuated
immediately. Please respond to alarms promptly by leaving the building by the closest
available exit. Faculty and students must remain outside the building until the 'all clear'
has been given by a Fire Marshall. In case of emergency, call 220-5333.
Assembly Points have been identified across campus. These areas have been selected
as they are large enough to hold a significant number of people and will provide an
evacuated population access to washroom facilities and protection from the elements.
More information on assembly points can be found at
http://www.ucalgary.ca/emergencyplan/assemblypoints.

10. Additional Course Information

o Participation for the assigned laboratory sessions is mandatory (if you cannot make the
laboratory, you need to let the instructor know at least one week in advance with the written
permission from lab mates).
o Students can use either Excel, Mathematica or Matlab to solve pre-lab and laboratory
questions.
o There is no formal training for Mathematica, Matlab, and Labview. The students are expected
to learn these softwares at their own time.
o Laboratory reports should be submitted at the beginning of the following laboratory session.
o All assignments must be submitted in the Drop-Off Box in 3rd floor of MEB building. ***Make a
copy of your submission (in case of mislocation).
o No eating or drinking during laboratory sessions.
o Communications for the course will be through the D2L (U of C intranet). It is your
responsibility to check the D2L website (https:d2l.ucalgary.ca) regularly.
o Contents from potential guest lecture sessions will also be included for the exams.
o Surveys may be conducted during the lectures to acquire feedbacks and improve the course.

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SAFETY: As in any industrial environment, a number of hazards exist in the workshops where the laboratory sessions are
held. These hazards can be countered by suitable preventive measures - chief of which is care and attention by all
concerned.

Please follow the dispute policy if you have a concern regards to your grades:
Marking Dispute Policy:
1. On a cover page that includes your name and the date, briefly describe the injustice or
complaint.
2. Also on the cover page, state the exact number of points that you feel that should be added
back to your score.
3. Resubmit the entire original work. Since I will keep the original work, please make a
photocopy or scan for your records and for your use later in studying.

Late Submission:
No late lab reports or assignments will be accepted unless stated otherwise by the instructor.
Units - SI vs. US Customary:
SI system of units is preferred (but not obligatory). If the problem is given in conventional
(imperial) units (e.g., in., lb, PSI, etc.), solve it using the imperial units.

Accuracy of numerical calculations (if applicable):

Round off the decimals only when arriving at the final numerical answers. State units clearly (N,
m, PSI, in., N/m2, etc.) during the calculations and at the final answers.

Neatness:
Assignments consisting of more than one page must be either stapled or clipped.
-All work is to be done legibly.
-Poor grammars or spelling mistakes will result in deduction of marks.
-Underline answers.

Classroom Management:
A student or students who disrupt the class or lab will be asked to leave. Respect peers and the
instructor/TAs/technicians. Unethical and disruptive behaviours will not be tolerated.

Template revised on Aug 9, 2016 (AN)

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