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MECH320 - Mechanics of Solids II

Description

Theory of stress and infinitesimal strain in three dimensions, stress and strain tensors and equilibrium equations. Theory of elasticity in Cartesian polar coordinates and its application to curved beams, torsion of prismatic bars, thick walled cylinders, axisymmetrical loaded disks, and plate theory. Introduction to fracture mechanics and to finite element analysis of frames and trusses.

* Indicates a 3 hour laboratory taken by students on alternate weeks.

Units

1.5

Hours: lecture-lab-tutorial

3-1.5*-1

Note(s)

  • Not open to students with credit in MECH 280.

Prerequisites

  • Complete all of:
    • MECH220 - Mechanics of Solids I (1.5)

Course offered by

Department of Mechanical Engineering

Course schedules

Summer timetable available: February 15. Fall and Spring timetables available: May 15.

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