EGB211 Dynamics

Unit Outline: Semester 2 2024, Gardens Point, Internal

Overview

Mechanical engineers are required to have a sound knowledge in motion of particles and rigid bodies, which is essential in the design and production of machines and other engineering systems. Dynamic forces in systems such as motor vehicles, aircrafts and robotic devices are determined by kinematic and kinetic analysis of these systems. These forces play an essential part in the design of these systems. In this introductory unit, you are introduced to the concepts of dynamics in the context of real engineering systems. The basic principles for dynamics of particles and rigid bodies in 2D are introduced and discussed as related problems within various engineering systems. On completion of this unit, you will be able to apply fundamental principles of kinematics and kinetics in formulating and solving dynamics problems for particles and rigid bodies and analyse kinematics and kinetics of basic mechanical components and mechanisms.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:

1. Apply fundamental principles in dynamics to the motion of particles and rigid bodies, at an introduced level.
2. Solve problems in dynamics for the motion of mechanical components and mechanisms, at an introduced level.
3. Communicate engineering analysis procedures and methodologies for dynamics, at an introduced level.

Content

Learning Approaches

In this unit you can expect to experience the following timetabled activities:

• Formal lectures from experienced professional engineers and scientists that will activate your understanding of theories and principles, and model approaches to solving problems. You will have the opportunity to ask questions during these lectures.
• Tutorial classes that will give you the opportunity to work collaboratively with your peers to solve problems. These will be facilitated by tutors and will provide an opportunity to test your understanding and gain feedback on your work.
• To complement timetabled activities, you can expect to be provided with learning resources including videos and readings on a unit Canvas site that you can access flexibly to complete your learning in this unit. Success in this unit will require you to manage your time to ensure you have focused time each week (beyond timetabled activities).

At the beginning of the unit, you will be made aware of the ways in which you can ask questions or seek clarification from the Unit Coordinator and Tutors.

You are expected to:

• Engage with timetabled activities on campus and ask questions.
• Manage your time to engage with online resources outside of timetabled activities. These will be available on the unit Canvas site. You will receive regular email announcements regarding release of these resources.
• Engage with your peers in a learning community to practise problem solving and then work independently to complete your assessment tasks.
• Prepare for timetabled classes and activities and follow up on any work not completed.
• Complete assessment tasks by working consistently across the semester and meeting the due dates that are published via the unit Canvas site.

Feedback on Learning and Assessment

You will receive formative oral feedback on prescribed tutorial problems and your progress in the unit throughout tutorial sessions. You will receive written feedback on your computer practicals and report and problem solving tasks and formative feedback on preparation for the final exam.

Assessment

Overview

As you progress through this unit, you will move between learning underpinning scientific theory and concepts and using these theories in practical applications. You will be developing your capability to solve problems by looking at physical systems and diagnosing the appropriate theory and methods to predict behaviours, which is a key capability for professional engineering practice. The assessment for the unit is designed to assess your learning against the unit learning outcomes and includes problem solving tasks with aid of computer programs and a final exam, which will test your capability to diagnose and solve problems in engineering science.

Unit Grading Scheme

7- point scale

Assessment Tasks

Assessment: Final examination

You will answer questions and problems related to key concepts covered in this unit throughout the semester.

“If campus access is restricted at the time of the central examination period/due date, an alternative, which may be a timed online assessment, will be offered. Individual students whose circumstances prevent their attendance on campus will be provided with an alternative assessment approach.”

Assessment: Computer Lab Report

You will use Matlab to develop simulation models for assigned dynamics problems. You also need to develop theoretical solutions for these problems and compare them with those obtained from computer simulations and record them in your workbook.

This is an assignment for the purposes of an extension.

Assessment: Problem Solving Task

You are required to solve assigned problems dynamics problems and submit solutions to receive feedback.

This is an assignment for the purposes of an extension.

Academic Integrity

Students are expected to engage in learning and assessment at QUT with honesty, transparency and fairness. Maintaining academic integrity means upholding these principles and demonstrating valuable professional capabilities based on ethical foundations.

Failure to maintain academic integrity can take many forms. It includes cheating in examinations, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, and submitting an assessment item completed by another person (e.g. contract cheating). It can also include providing your assessment to another entity, such as to a person or website.

You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.

Further details of QUT’s approach to academic integrity are outlined in the Academic integrity policy and the Student Code of Conduct. Breaching QUT’s Academic integrity policy is regarded as student misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.

Resources

Resource Materials

Recommended text(s)

Author: Meriam JL & Kraige LG
Title: Engineering Mechanics - Dynamics
Year: 2007
Publisher: Wiley
Edition: 6th (SI version)

Reference book(s)

Author: Bedford A & Fowler W
Title: Engineering Mechanics - Dynamics
Year: 2008
Publisher: Prentise Hall
Edition : 5th (SI ed)

Author: F P Beer, E R Johnson and W E Clausen
Title: Vector Mechanics for Engineers - Dynamics
Year: 2004
Publisher: McGraw Hill
Edition: Seventh

Risk Assessment Statement

You will be informed of any requirements pertaining to a safe workplace. In lectures, tutorials and such, the information will include location of fire exits and meeting points in case of fire. If you do not follow legitimate instructions or endanger the safety of others or do not act in accordance with the requirements of the Workplace Health and Safety Act, you will be required to leave the session.

Standards/Competencies

This unit is designed to support your development of the following standards\competencies.

Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competency Standard for Professional Engineer

1: Knowledge and Skill Base

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   Relates to: Final examination, Computer Lab Report, Problem Solving Task
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   Relates to: Final examination, Computer Lab Report, Problem Solving Task

2: Engineering Application Ability

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   Relates to: Final examination, Computer Lab Report, Problem Solving Task
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   Relates to: Final examination, Computer Lab Report, Problem Solving Task

3: Professional and Personal Attributes

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   Relates to: Computer Lab Report

Course Learning Outcomes

EN01 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)

1. Engage stakeholders professionally and communicate the outcomes of your work effectively to expert and non-expert audiences using appropriate modes.
   Relates to: ULO3, Problem Solving Task
2. Manage projects to solve complex engineering problems, using appropriate information, engineering methods, and technologies.
   Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Final examination, Computer Lab Report, Problem Solving Task
3. Demonstrate coherent knowledge and skills of physical, mathematical, statistical, computer, and information sciences that are fundamental to professional engineering practice.
   Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Final examination, Computer Lab Report, Problem Solving Task
4. Demonstrate a thorough understanding of one engineering discipline, its research directions, and its application in contemporary professional engineering practice.
   Relates to: ULO2, ULO3, Final examination, Computer Lab Report, Problem Solving Task

EV01 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)

1. Engage stakeholders professionally and communicate the outcomes of your work effectively to expert and non-expert audiences using appropriate modes.
   Relates to: Problem Solving Task
2. Manage projects to solve complex engineering problems, using appropriate information, engineering methods, and technologies.
   Relates to: Final examination, Computer Lab Report, Problem Solving Task
3. Demonstrate coherent knowledge and skills of physical, mathematical, statistical, computer, and information sciences that are fundamental to professional engineering practice.
   Relates to: Final examination, Computer Lab Report, Problem Solving Task
4. Demonstrate a thorough understanding of one engineering discipline, its research directions, and its application in contemporary professional engineering practice.
   Relates to: Final examination, Computer Lab Report, Problem Solving Task