MECHANICS AND
MATERIALS SCIENCE LAB
Mechanical
and Materials Engineering Department, Florida International University
Summer
B, 2015
INSTRUCTOR: Dr. Wei-Yu Bao, room: EC 3234, phone:
305.348.6863, email: baow@fiu.edu, web: http://web.eng.fiu.edu/~wbao, office
hours: 11:00 AM 12:30 PM Tuesday and Thurday
CLASSROOM: EC 3275
SCHEDULE: 12:00 2:15 PM, Monday, Wednesday and
Friday, Section: U01B, Class #: 56448
TEXTBOOK: Mechanics of Materials, 9e, by R.C.Hibbeler, Pearson Prentice Hill, 2013, ISBN: 978-0133254426
Lab instructions will be available on the
course website or given in the class.
OBJECTIVES: To reinforce the concepts of the mechanics of
materials and mechanical design through hands-on experiences of laboratory
experiments. To practice in experimental data analysis and technical report
preparation.
TENTATIVE
LECTURES AND EXPERIEMNTS:
Topics:
1.
Introduction to Mechanics of Materials, Laboratory Safety, Writing Technical
Reports
2. Materials Properties in Tension and
Torsion Loads, and Tensile Test.
3. Deflection, Shear Forces and Bending
Moments in Beam Bending
4. Euler Buckling in Column Designs
5. Principal Stress and Strain, Stain Gage
6.
Rockwell and Vickers Hardness Test
7. Experimental Data Analysis
Experiments:
1: Tensile Test
2: Torsion of a rod
3: Beam Bending
4:
Euler
Buckling
5: Principal Stress and Strain
6: Hardness Test
GRADING POLICY:
Lab
Reports 75%, All lab
reports have to be submitted in both printed copy and electronic copy on time.
Late reports will have 20% per day penalty. The electronic copies have to be emailed to: ema3702l@comcast.net with a file name of EMA3702L_Experiment #_ Group#.
Exam 25%, One exam will
be given in the class, open books and notes. Makeup exam will be given only
under unusual circumstances. A written request for a makeup exam must be
provided.
Grade A = 95.0 100 C+ = 76.7 79.9
A- = 90.0 94.9 C = 73.3 76.6
B+ = 86.7 89.9 C- = 70.0 73.2
B = 83.3 86.6 D = 60.0 69.9
B- = 80.0 83.2 F = below 60.0
ME Program Educational Objectives:
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Broad and in-depth knowledge of
engineering science and principles in the major fields of Mechanical
Engineering for effective engineering practice, professional growth, and as a
base for life-long learning. |
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Hands-on experience with available
instruments and lab techniques to bridge classroom learning and practical,
real-life problems. |
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The ability to utilize analytical and
experimental methods and modern computer technology for decision-making and
engineering design and to solve realistic engineering problems. |
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The ability to work effectively with
others in a team while simultaneously maintaining independent and creative
thought. |
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The ability to communicate effectively and
to articulate technical matters using verbal, written, and graphic
techniques. |
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An adequate background to pursue graduate
studies in engineering and other fields. |
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A sense of professional and social
responsibility, including a commitment to protect both occupational and
public health and safety, developed through consideration of moral, social,
and ethical paradigms related to the engineering profession and practice. |
ME Program Outcomes:
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A. Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics,
science, and engineering. |
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B. Ability to design and conduct
experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data. |
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E. Ability to identify, formulate,
and solve engineering problems. |
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F.
Understanding of professional and ethical responsibility. |
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G. Ability to communicate effectively. |
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I.
Recognition of the need for, and ability to engage in life-long
learning. |
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K. Ability to use the techniques, skills
and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice. |
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L. Knowledge of probability and
statistics, including applications to Mechanical Engineering.
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M. Knowledge of mathematics and of basic
and engineering science necessary to carry out analysis and design
appropriate to Mechanical Engineering. |