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Location: 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

Location Study period Attendance options Available to
Launceston Semester 1 This unit is available through on-campus delivery Available to International Students Available to Domestic Students
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  • This unit is available through off-campus delivery Off-Campus
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Key Dates

Study Period Start date Census date WW date End date
Semester 1 22/2/2026 16/3/2026 19/4/2026 13/6/2026

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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

Field of Education Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 Domestic Full Fee 4
030903 $1,192.00 $1,192.00 not applicable $3,435.00
  • Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
  • HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
  • FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4

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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)

AssessmentTutorial Assignments (10%)|Class Test (20%)|Structural Project (30%)|Final Exam (40%)
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Textbooks

Required

Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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