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ETSC 312 - Mechanics of Materials


Description:
Mechanics of materials, including stress analysis of axially loaded members, torsional members, beams, and indeterminate structures. This course consists of four hours of lecture each week. Formerly IET 312, students may not receive credit for both.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ETSC 311. Pre or co-requisite: MATH 173.

Credits: (4)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

  • Demonstrate an ability to obtain design parameters using internal forces and moment analysis.
  • Demonstrate an ability to obtain design parameters using normal and shear stress/strain for all types of loading.
  • Demonstrate an ability to obtain design parameters using stress-strain and Poisson’s ratio analysis.
  • Calculate a shear and moment diagram for a variety of loaded beams using multiple methods (including integration).
  • Demonstrate the ability to calculate beam deflections, including writing equations for the deflected shape of an elastic beam.
  • Demonstrate the ability to obtain design parameters using Mohr’s circle analysis.
  • Apply combined loading and column buckling theory.
  • Demonstrate the ability to combine the basic knowledge of mechanics of materials by designing and analyzing the components of a real-life structural system.
  • Demonstrate the ability to use contemporary software pertinent to mechanics of materials, including analysis and design of structural systems.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
11/21/19

Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
Winter Locations: Ellensburg Spring Locations: Ellensburg



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