Courses & Units
Engineering Statics XPD142
Introduction
The main objective of this unit is to develop in students the ability to analyse engineering statics problems in a simple and logical manner through the application of several basic principles. It will consolidate the fundamental concepts of Newton's Mechanics learnt by students in physics courses during their college studies. [It also aims to provide students with the ability to make an informed decision about what a career in civil engineering might entail.] The unit covers fundamental concepts and principles of engineering mechanics - statics.
Summary
| Unit name | Engineering Statics |
|---|---|
| Unit code | XPD142 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Academic Division Provost |
| Discipline | University Pathways |
| Coordinator | Amanda Henry |
| Available as an elective? | |
| Delivered By | Delivered wholly by the provider |
Availability
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Learning Outcomes
- Analyse the static equilibrium in a range of common engineering contexts
- Present static equilibrium analysis results in form of axial force, shear force and bending moment diagrams. I
- Analyse hydrostatic forces on rigid bodies using established calculation methods and/or MATLAB I
- Analyse internal forces in members of trusses and frames using established calculation methods and/or MATLAB
- Calculate centres of gravity and area moments of inertia using established calculation methods and/or MATLAB I
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| not applicable |
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2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
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Requisites
Mutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
ENG103Teaching
| Assessment | Mid-semester Test (20%)|Closed Book Exam (50%)|Weekly Assignments (10%)|Laboratory Reports (20%) |
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| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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