Modules

Core Module Information
Module title: Dynamics
SCQF level: 10:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: MEC10107
Module leader: Pablo Jaen Sola
School School of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment
Subject area group: Engineering and Mathematics
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
Description of module content:

The student will learn how to derive the equations of motion for single degree of freedom systems and will be able to measure and characterize the behavior of structures using frequency response functions (natural frequency and damping ratio). Solutions of the differential equations for single degree of freedom systems will be achieved. Analysis of multiple degree of freedom systems using a Lagrangian approach. Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors for multiple degree of freedom systems will be covered for the exploration of the different modes of vibration, vibration of continuous systems, such as beams, and simulation of vibrating systems.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Formulate and solve the equations of motion of Single and multiple degree of freedom damped spring mass systems and also the equations of motion of continuously distributed mass systems.

LO2: Measure and characterize the dynamic behavior of a structure through the use of frequency response functions.

LO3: Analysis of continuous and multi-degree of freedom systems using a Lagrangian approach.

LO4: Simulate the vibration of systems in dynamic simulation and mathematical software.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2024/5, Trimester 2, Blended, Edinburgh Napier University
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: Blended
Location of delivery: MERCHISTON
Partner: Edinburgh Napier University
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Colin Boswell
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Lecture 20 Lecture session. The students will be trained during live sessions on Dynamics theory and its applications. A set of relevant books and journal papers will be recommended for reference. Notes will be given to the student in order to follow the sessions.
Face To Face Practical classes and workshops 20 Practical classes and workshops. A number of practical sessions will be delivered in the lab. The students will be able to practice and receive feedback on problems of similar level to those of the exam.
Face To Face Centrally Time Tabled Examination 3 Centrally Time Tabled Examination. The students will be evaluated during the exam period. They will face a 3 hours paper with 4 questions that they will have to attempt.
Online Guided independent study 157 Guided independent study. The students will learn the theory of dynamics and will apply it to given examples in a guided manner.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Centrally Time Tabled Examination 60 1~2~3 Exam Period HOURS= HOURS = 3 Centrally Time Tabled Examination
Report 40 1~2~4 Week 11 , WORDS= WORDS = 2000 The student will generate a professional report with the aid of a template where the contents learned during the course will be linked to the design of existing applications in the automotive industry. A case study will be also developed and the results will be presented.
Component 1 subtotal: 40
Component 2 subtotal: 60
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
Dynamics Bibliography
 

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