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Statics

Structure Type: Study unit
Code: IKTA0301
Type: Compulsory / Professional Studies
Curriculum: KT 2015
Level: Bachelor of Engineering
Year of Study: 1 (2015-2016)
Credits: 3 cr
Responsible Teacher: Gröndahl, Timo
Language of Instruction: Finnish

Courses During the Academic Year 2015-2016

Impl.Group(s)Study TimeTeacher(s)LanguageEnrolment
10I-KT-1N2015-10-26 – 2015-12-31Timo GröndahlFinnish2015-08-14 – 2015-10-30

Learning Outcomes

The student will understand the role of statics in engineering design and will be able to calculate equilibrium equations of particles and rigid bodies. The student will be also able to determine moments and forces in different bodies as well as analyze the forces in articulated mechanisms, trusses and frame constructions.

Student's Workload

Total work load of the course: 81 h
- of which scheduled studies: 36 h
- of which autonomous studies: 45 h

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses

No prerequisites

Contents

Statics of particles and rigid bodies, equilibrium equations. Differential situations of loads and their effects on structures. Axial force, moment, shear, torsion, trusses and frames.

Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools

Outinen H. Mechanics I ja II, Exercises and Ansvers, Pressus Oy.

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Lectures and exercises

Assessment Criteria

5: The student is able to utilise the methods learnt during the study unit independently and is able apply the learnt knowledge in new contexts.
3: The student is able to utilise the methods learnt during the study unit independently.
1: The student is able, with guidance, to utilise the methods learnt during the study unit.

Assessment Methods

Examination


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