ME EN 501
(MeEn-CEEn) Stress Analysis and Design of Mechanical Structures
Mechanical Engineering
Ira A. Fulton College of Engineering
Course Description
Stress analysis and deflection of structures; general bending and torsion, with computer applications to mechanical and aerospace structure design.
When Taught
Winter
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
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Outcome 1
Learning Outcome
1. Calculate stresses in machine components due to combined static and fatigue loads.
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Outcome 2
Learning Outcome
2. Compute shear centers and stresses in beams with non-symmetric cross sections.
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Outcome 3
Learning Outcome
Compute stresses in nonlinear materials and materials under plastic deformation.
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Outcome 4
Learning Outcome
Calculate torsional stress in noncircular cross sections, open sections, and multi compartment cross sections.
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Outcome 5
Learning Outcome
Calculate contact stresses using closed form expressions and FEA.
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Outcome 6
Learning Outcome
Use commercial FEA software to create models of structures and components. Demonstrate decision making using FEA results for engineering application.
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Outcome 7
Learning Outcome
Design and analyze beams on elastic foundations.
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Outcome 8
Learning Outcome
Apply stress and deflection analysis concepts to a real-world problem and document the analysis through well designed figures and graphic.
