ME549 EXPERIMENTAL STRESS ANALYSIS I
| Course Code: | 5690549 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 3 (2.00 - 2.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 8.0 |
| Department: | Mechanical Engineering |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Graduate |
| Course Coordinator: | Assoc.Prof.Dr. ERGİN TÖNÜK |
| Offered Semester: | Fall and Spring Semesters. |
Course Objectives
To learn methods of strain measurement
To be competent on electric resistance strain gauge mounting, wiring, basic gauge configurations and electric circuits, wiring
Course Content
General principles governing the approach to the solution of problems. Fundamental concepts of stress and strain in 2-D and 3-D. Mechanical and electrical strain gages, strain rosettes.
Course Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course the student will be able to
- decide the best method to measure strains for a specific application
- be able to apply suitable electric resistance strain gauge on different materials
- be able to choose best electrical circuit for a specific application
- be able to perform necessary corrections for temperature changes, transverse strain effects, electrical noise rejection etc.
- be able to wire the electric resistancve strain gauge to device
- be able to choose proper excitation for electrical rresistance strain gauge
Program Outcomes Matrix
| Contribution | |||||
| # | Program Outcomes | No | Yes | ||
| 1 | Acquires the fundamental scientific knowledge required to analyze and solve advanced-level problems in the field of mechanical engineering. | ✔ | |||
| 2 | Gains the competence to utilize advanced engineering mathematics methods in the formulation, analysis, and solution of engineering problems. | ✔ | |||
| 3 | Conducts literature reviews using printed and online sources, analyzes the collected literature, and identifies the current state-of-the-art in the relevant scientific field. | ✔ | |||
| 4 | Demonstrates the ability to prepare and deliver a seminar on a technical subject. | ✔ | |||
| 5 | Develops the ability to conduct independent research on a specific topic and solve advanced engineering problems. | ✔ | |||
| 6 | Contributes to the national and/or international body of knowledge through original research. | ✔ | |||
| 7 | Gains the competence to effectively communicate the process and results of research conducted on a specific subject through scientifically structured written reports and oral presentations. | ✔ | |||
| 8 | Acquires the ability to publish research findings as articles in national and/or international scientific journals and/or present them as papers at conferences. | ✔ | |||
| 9 | Acts in accordance with universal principles of research and publication ethics. | ✔ | |||