CE423 ADVANCED MECHANICS OF MATERIALS
| Course Code: | 5620423 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 3 (3.00 - 0.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 5.0 |
| Department: | Civil Engineering |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Undergraduate |
| Course Coordinator: | Prof.Dr. AHMET TÜRER |
| Offered Semester: | Fall or Spring Semesters. |
Course Objectives
This course is designed to teach carefully selected advanced topics in mechanics of materials. The objective of the course is to broaden the horizons of the graduates of the Civil Engineering Department in the field of mechanics of materials. The course also aims at creation of an environment in which the students are encouraged to participate in the development of solution algorithms of various problems and, in this way, to improve their problem solving skills.
Course Content
Analysis of stress in 3D. Strains and stress-strain relations in 3D. Mechanical behavior of materials. Failure theories. Beams on elastic foundations. Elastic stability of axially loaded members. Solution techniques by energy and finite difference approaches.
Course Learning Outcomes
An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering
An ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems
An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice
Instruction outcomes are in parallel with the course objectives listed in the outline. The outcomes are to attain knowledge in the field advanced mechanics of materials and improve problem solving skills.
Program Outcomes Matrix
| Contribution | |||||
| # | Program Outcomes | No | Yes | ||
| 1 | An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics | ✔ | |||
| 2 | An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors | ✔ | |||
| 3 | An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences | ✔ | |||
| 4 | An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts | ✔ | |||
| 5 | An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives | ✔ | |||
| 6 | An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions | ✔ | |||
| 7 | An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies | ✔ | |||
| 8 | An ability to use techniques, skills, and engineering tools necessary for engineering practice | ✔ | |||