- 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
SG1801 Structural Mechanics, Basic Course 7.5 credits
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Course syllabus SG1801 (Autumn 2022–)Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
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
Literature
Examination and completion
Grading scale
Examination
- ÖVN1 - Exercises, 3.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
- TEN1 - Examination, 4.5 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
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The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Other requirements for final grade
A written examination (TENA; 4,5 university credits). Exercises (ÖVNA; 3 university credits)
Examiner
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.