MECHENG 5030
Transcript Abbreviation:
Intermed Dynamics
Course Description:
This course emphasizes dynamics of single/multi-degree-of-freedom systems, including particles and rigid bodies, and is aimed as an extensive introduction to the principles of analytical mechanics. Of particular interest is the investigation of Lagrange?s equations of motion for particles and rigid bodies.
Course Levels:
Undergraduate (1000-5000 level)
Graduate (5000-8000 level)
Designation:
Elective
General Education Course:
(N/A)
Cross-Listings:
(N/A)
Credit Hours (Minimum if “Range”selected):
3.00
Max Credit Hours:
(N/A)
Select if Repeatable:
Off
Maximum Repeatable Credits:
(N/A)
Total Completions Allowed:
(N/A)
Allow Multiple Enrollments in Term:
No
Course Length:
14 weeks (autumn or spring)
Off Campus:
Never
Campus Location:
Columbus
Instruction Modes:
In Person (75-100% campus; 0-24% online)
Prerequisites and Co-requisites:
Prereq: 2030, or permission of instructor.
Electronically Enforced:
No
Exclusions:
Not open to students with credit for 5194 (Au14 or Sp16).
Course Goals / Objectives:
Achieve a high level of competency in analyzing and solving dynamics problems in stationary and moving reference frames, through the proper set-up and execution of Newton-Euler equations.
Develop the ability to establish various forms of Lagrange?s equations of motion for discrete mechanical systems.
Develop the ability to understand the relationship/equivalence between Lagrange?s and Newton-Euler equations of motion
Develop a strong understanding of the principles of variational calculus, and Lagrange and Hamilton formalisms
Develop the ability to simulate the dynamics of systems whose motion is described using Lagrange?s & Newton-Euler equations.
Develop the ability to derive and solve differential equations describing small motions about equilibria in dynamical systems.
Check if concurrence sought:
No
Contact Hours:
| Topic | LEC | REC out-of-class | REC in-class | Weekly LAB out-of-class | Weekly LAB in-class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kinematics of Particles | 5.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Kinematics of Rigid Bodies | 5.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Dynamics of Particles and Rigid Bodies | 5.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Introduction to Analytical Mechanics | 6.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Introduction to Variational Calculus | 6.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Lagrange’s Equations | 10.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Ideas on Friction, and Animations using Matlab | 5.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Total | 42 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Grading Plan:
Letter Grade
Course Components:
Lecture
Grade Roster Component:
Lecture
Credit by Exam (EM):
No
Grades Breakdown:
| Aspect | Percent |
|---|---|
| Homework | 25% |
| Mid Terms | 40% |
| Final | 35% |
Representative Textbooks and Other Course Materials:
| Title | Author | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Principles of Dynamics (2nd Ed., Prentice Hall) | Donald Greenwood | |
| Classical Mechanics (University Science Books) | John Taylor | |
| Intermediate Dynamics (Cambridge University Press) | Oliver O’Reilly | |
| Analytical Mechanics (Cambridge University Press) | Louis Hand and Janet Finch |
ABET-CAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
ABET-ETAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
ABET-EAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
| Significant contribution (7+ hours) | 1 | an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics |
| Substantial contribution (3-6 hours) | 3 | an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences - pre-2019 EAC SLO (g) |
| Substantial contribution (3-6 hours) | 7 | an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies |
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