Mechanics of Structural Materials and Components

3 credits · Undergraduate

The content is focused on the application of the principles of the mechanics of solids in the design and analysis of structural materials and components. Building on engineering skills gained in the first two years, the class will examine general stress analysis, failure criteria, flexure, shear, torsion, compression buckling and plasticity as these aspects apply to structural components constructed of timber, steel, concrete and fibre-reinforced polymers. FORMATS: Lecture | Lab | Tutorial