Mechanics of Solids unit (JEE220)

Launceston

Introduction

This is the foundation unit in the study of structures. By applying the knowledge gained in Engineering Statics, the students are introduced to fundamental theories and techniques required to analyse the state of stress and strain in structural members subjected to external loads. This knowledge will allow students to perform the engineering calculations required to ensure that a structural member meets strength, stiffness and stability requirements. In addition to learning the theoretical bases of structural analysis, students will also develop their applied/practical structural engineering skills by taking part in a problem-based learning activity conducted throughout the semester.

Summary

Unit name	Mechanics of Solids
Unit code	JEE220
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Sciences and Engineering Australian Maritime College
Discipline	National Centre for Maritime Engineering and Hydrodynamics
Coordinator	Associate Professor Roberto Ojeda Rabanal
Available as an elective?	Yes
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Intermediate

Availability

Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August

Key Dates

Study Period	Start date	Census date	WW date	End date
Semester 1	21/2/2027	15/3/2027	18/4/2027	12/6/2027

* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).

Unit census dates currently displaying for 2027 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2027 will be available from the 1st October 2026. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

• Calculate stress and strain in common structural members.
• Interpret stress and strain to make sound engineering design decisions.
• Practice the fundamentals of teamwork required in the engineering discipline.
• Analyse modes of failure to evaluate structural design requirements.

Fee Information

2027 fee information will be available in August.

Requisites

Prerequisites

JEE125 or KAA113|JEE135 or KAA110

Teaching

Teaching Pattern	1 x 2-hr Workshop Weekly (13 Weeks) 1 x 1-hr Workshop Weekly (13 Weeks) 1 x 1-hr Tutorial Weekly (13 Weeks)
Assessment	Tutorial Assignments (10%)|Class Test (20%)|Structural Project (30%)|Final Exam (40%)
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.

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