MECENG 287
Graduate Introduction to Continuum Mechanics
This course is a general introduction to the fundamental concepts of the mechanics of continuous media. Topics covered include the kinematics of deformation, the concept of stress, and the conservation laws for mass, momentum and energy. This is followed by an introduction to constitutive theory with applications to well-established models for viscous fluids and elastic solids. The concepts are illustrated through the solution of tractable initial-boundary-value problems. This course presents foundation-level coverage of theory underlying a number of sub-fields, including Fluid Mechanics, Solid Mechanics and Heat Transfer.
Topics
- This is a gateway course for graduate students entering the fields of Solid Mechanics and Fluid Mechanics. It is designed for students who require a rigorous foundation-level understanding in support of their future work in the theory, modeling and analysis of problems arising in the Engineering Sciences.
- Students will gain a deep understanding of the concepts and methods underlying modern continuum mechanics. The course is designed to equip students with the background needed to pursue advanced graduate work in allied fields.
Official catalogue course objectives and student learning outcomes
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027