Course - Mechanics 4 - TKT4134
Mechanics 4
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About the course
Course content
Theory of elasticity: Stresses and equilibrium, strains and compatibility, material law, and strain energy. Energy methods: the principle of virtual work, the principle of stationary potential energy, and Rayleigh-Ritz's method. Beam theory. Beams on elastic foundation. Theory of plates in stretching and bending. Application of Rayleigh-Ritz's method for beams and plates. Stress analysis of plates with the finite element method.
Learning outcome
Knowledge: The candidate should be able to explain basic elements in plate theory (stretching and bending), and explain how analytic and numeric methods are used in the analysis of plate problems. Skills: The candidate should be able to perform strength analyzes of plate structures (stretching and bending) using the finite element method and be able to control the results by analytical considerations. General competence: The candidate should be able to explain and critically discuss the use of the finite element method in the analysis of structures.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures and mandatory exercises. Use of digital tools such as Python and finite element codes is emphasized in the exercises.
Compulsory assignments
- Exercises
Further on evaluation
If there is a re-sit examination, the examination form may be changed from written to oral.
Recommended previous knowledge
TKT4116 Mechanics 1, TKT4122 Mechanics 2, TKT4132 Mechanics 3 and TMA4110/TMA4115 Calculus 3.
Course materials
O.S. Hopperstad, Mechanics 4 - Lecture Notes
K. Bell. An engineering approach to finite element analysis of linear structural mechanics problems. Akademika Publishing, 2013
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| TKT4124 | 3.5 sp | Autumn 2020 |
Subject areas
- Applied Mechanics - Solid Mechanics
- Structural Engineering
- Structural Mechanics
Contact information
Course coordinator
Lecturers
Department with academic responsibility
Examination
Examination
Ordinary examination - Spring 2024
School exam
The specified room can be changed and the final location will be ready no later than 3 days before the exam. You can find your room location on Studentweb.