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  Course Description
Course Name : Foundations of Solid Mechanics I

Course Code : MK-573

Course Type : Optional

Level of Course : Second Cycle

Year of Study : 1

Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks)

ECTS : 6

Name of Lecturer(s) : Prof.Dr. NAKİ TÜTÜNCÜ

Learning Outcomes of the Course : Knows basic solid mechanics concepts.
Models linear elastic materials using stress-strain relations.
Analyzes static and dynamic behavior of basic structural elements such as beams and plates.

Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face

Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None

Recommended Optional Programme Components : None

Aim(s) of Course : Introduction of fundemental concepts in solid mechanics. Modelling linear elastic behavior. Solving simple structural problems.

Course Contents : Indicial notation. Elastic properties: Isotropic and anistropic materials. Kinematics. Deformation and strain tensors. Stress tensor. Stress-strain relations. Variational calculus. Energy principles. Beam and plate theories. Vibration and buckling analyses.

Language of Instruction : English

Work Place : Lecture Hall


  Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities
Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1 Indicial notation Reading the lecture notes Lecture
2 Concept of tensors Reading the lecture notes Lecture
3 Stress and strain relations Reading the lecture notes Lecture
4 Equations of motion Reading the lecture notes Lecture
5 Linear elastic relations Reading the lecture notes Lecture
6 Material symmetry for linear elastic solids Reading the lecture notes Lecture
7 Midterm Exam I
8 Introduction to calculus of variations Reading the lecture notes Lecture
9 Energy principles Reading the lecture notes Lecture
10 Principles of virtual work, minimum potential energy and complementary energy Reading the lecture notes Lecture
11 Mixed principles: Reissner´s principle Reading the lecture notes Lecture
12 Applications of energy principles Reading the lecture notes Lecture
13 Midterm Exam II
14 Bending of Beams Reading the lecture notes Lecture
15 Saint-Venant´s torsion problem Reading the lecture notes Lecture
16/17 Final Exam


  Required Course Resources
Resource Type Resource Name
Recommended Course Material(s)  Basic reference is the lecture notes. Books on advanced mechanics will also be helpful.
Required Course Material(s)


  Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria
Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 2 60
    Homeworks/Projects/Others 3 40
Total 100
Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40
 
Final Assessments 100
Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60
Total 100

  Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes
# Key Learning Outcome Contribution*
1 Is equipped with the basic knowledge of math, science and engineering 5
2 Is dominated with basic concepts, theories and principles in mechanical engineering 5
3 Plans and does experiments in advanced level, interpretes and analizes the results and the data 0
4 Is equipped with a variety of skills and advanced engineering techniques 0
5 To design a system, component or process in order to meet the needs of various engineering problems within the limitations of technical, economic, environmental, manufacturability, sustainability 0
6 Independently reviews and learns the applications in an enterprise, makes a critical assessment of the problems faced with, has the ability of selecting the proper technique to formulate problems and propose solutions 0
7 Identifies a product or its production process, design, development, and prioritise its use 0
8 Becomes aware of the necessity of lifelong learning and continuously self-renew 0
9 Is capable of effective oral and written English for technical or non-technical use 5
10 Uses computers effectively, has the ability of computer-aided drafting, design, analysis, and presentation 0
11 Has teamwork skills, good communication skills and works efficiently as a member of versatile and an interdisciplinary team 0
12 Is aware of the technical and ethical responsibilities, inquisitive and innovative 0
* Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).

  Student Workload - ECTS
Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
    Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42
    Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 4 56
Assesment Related Works
    Homeworks, Projects, Others 3 12 36
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 2 4 8
    Final Exam 1 8 8
Total Workload: 150
Total Workload / 25 (h): 6
ECTS Credit: 6