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CECS Professional Skills Mapping

ENGN1217 — Introduction to Mechanics

code: ENGN1217
name: Introduction to Mechanics
unit value: 6
description: This course introduces the fundamental principles in mechanics. Structural design applications of a variety of problems are developed throughout the course using examples that elucidate the theory of mechanics. The primary aim of this course is to provide a solid foundation for students in the field of mechanical engineering. Specific topics include:

Statics of particles; forces in a plane and in space
Equivalent systems of forces; Cartesian vector and vector operations
Equilibrium of rigid bodies; including free body diagrams
Simple trusses
Distributed forces; centroids, centres of gravity and moments of inertia
Static indeterminacy and friction
Internal forces; including shear and moment diagrams
P&C: https://programsandcourses.anu.edu.au/course/ENGN1217
course learning outcomes:
  1. Identify and manipulate forces and their resultants in one- two- and three dimensions.
  2. Recognise and classify moments and couples created by forces.
  3. Employ mechanical equilibrium and free body diagrams to solve mechanical statics problems, including bending moment diagrams.
  4. Acquire skills for testing the bending of a beam and the construction of a bridge model subject to testing.
  5. Analyse and demonstrate the stability conditions of mechanical equilibrium.
  6. Define and evaluate the fundamentals of mechanical testing of materials (tension, compression, shear).
assessment:
  1. Mastering (16%)
  2. Experimental lab (10%)
  3. Group project-bridge competition (20%)
  4. Mid semester exam (14%)
  5. Final exam (40%)

Mapped learning outcomes

learning outcome1. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL BASE2. ENGINEERING APPLICATION ABILITY3. PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTESassessment tasks
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  1. Identify and manipulate forces and their resultants in one- two- and three dimensions.
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  1. Recognise and classify moments and couples created by forces.
✓✓✓✓✓✓✓✓✓✓✓✓
  1. Employ mechanical equilibrium and free body diagrams to solve mechanical statics problems, including bending moment diagrams.
✓✓✓✓✓✓✓✓✓✓✓
  1. Acquire skills for testing the bending of a beam and the construction of a bridge model subject to testing.
✓✓✓✓✓✓✓✓✓✓✓✓✓✓✓✓✓✓✓
  1. Analyse and demonstrate the stability conditions of mechanical equilibrium.
✓✓✓✓✓✓✓✓✓✓
  1. Define and evaluate the fundamentals of mechanical testing of materials (tension, compression, shear).
✓✓✓✓✓✓✓✓✓✓✓✓

Course contribution towards the Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competency Standard

This table depicts the relative contribution of this course towards the Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competency Standard. Note that this illustration is indicative only, and may not take into account any recent changes to the course. You are advised to review the official course page on P&C for current information..

1. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL BASE
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2. ENGINEERING APPLICATION ABILITY
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3. PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
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Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competency Standard — summary

1. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL BASE
✓1.1Comprehensive, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline.
✓1.2Conceptual understanding of the, mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the engineering discipline.
✓1.3In depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline.
✓1.4Discernment of knowledge development and research directions within the engineering discipline.
✓1.5Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline.
✓1.6Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the engineering discipline.
2. ENGINEERING APPLICATION ABILITY
✓2.1Application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving.
✓2.2Fluent application of engineering techniques, tools and resources.
✓2.3Application of systematic engineering synthesis and design processes.
✓2.4Application of systematic approaches to the conduct and management of engineering projects.
3. PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
✓3.1Ethical conduct and professional accountability.
✓3.2Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.
✓3.3Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour.
✓3.4Professional use and management of information.
✓3.5Orderly management of self, and professional conduct.
✓3.6Effective team membership and team leadership.

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