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SG1801 Structural Mechanics, Basic Course 7.5 credits

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Course syllabus as PDF

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Course syllabus SG1801 (Autumn 2022–)
Headings with content from the Course syllabus SG1801 (Autumn 2022–) are denoted with an asterisk ( )

Content and learning outcomes

Course contents

  • Normal force, shear force and bending moment
  • Hooke’s law
  • Axially loaded members. Trusses
  • Normal and shear stresses in beams
  • Torsion of circular bars
  • Deflections of beams
  • Method of superposition. Flexibility method
  • Buckling of columns
  • Qualitative analysis of trusses, beams and frames

Intended learning outcomes

The student will learn to draw N V M diagrams and calculate strains and stresses for basic beams, frames and bar systems.

Literature and preparations

Specific prerequisites

SG1107 Mechanics

Equipment

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Literature

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Examination and completion

If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.

Grading scale

A, B, C, D, E, FX, F

Examination

  • TEN1 - Examination, 4.5 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
  • ÖVN1 - Exercises, 3.0 credits, grading scale: P, F

Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.

The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.

Other requirements for final grade

A written examination (TENA; 4,5 university credits). Exercises (ÖVNA; 3 university credits)

Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination

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Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination

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Examiner

Profile picture Arne Nordmark

Ethical approach

  • All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
  • In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
  • In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.

Further information

Course room in Canvas

Registered students find further information about the implementation of the course in the course room in Canvas. A link to the course room can be found under the tab Studies in the Personal menu at the start of the course.

Offered by

SCI/Mechanics

Main field of study

Technology

Education cycle

First cycle

Add-on studies

 
 

Contact

Arne Nordmark