Mechanical Dynamics

This subject is not offered in 2013.

120 hours

Postgraduate -

Admission into an engineering coursework Masters degree

Undergraduate -

AND either

OR

both of the following subjects

Note: MAST20030 Differential Equations may also be taken concurrently.

For the purposes of considering request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Students Experiencing Academic Disadvantage Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Description, Subject Objectives, Generic Skills and Assessment Requirements of this entry.

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This subject is concerned with the three-dimensional dynamics of rigid bodies, and with the modelling of a variety of mechanical devices as linear time-invariant systems, and the calculation of their responses in the time and frequency domains.

At the conclusion of this subject students should be able to -

• derive mathematical models of mechanical and electro-mechanical systems;
• perform basic system analysis of mechanical systems using tools in time and frequency domains;
• derive equations of motion considering dynamics of rigid bodies in 3-D;
• analyise vibrations of higher order systems.

• Four assignments totalling no more than 5000 words (equally weighted 30% total). Up to two of the assignments will be based on laboratory practical exercises.
• One 3 hour end of semester written examination (70%).

This subject potentially can be taken as a breadth subject component for the following courses:

• Bachelor of Arts
• Bachelor of Commerce
• Bachelor of Environments
• Bachelor of Music

You should visit learn more about breadth subjects and read the breadth requirements for your degree, and should discuss your choice with your student adviser, before deciding on your subjects.

On completion of this subject, students should have developed the following skills -

• The ability to apply knowledge of science and engineering fundamentals.
• The ability to undertake problem identification, formulation, and solution.
• The ability to utilise a systems approach to complex problems and to design and operational performance.
• The ability to undertake problem identification, formulation, and solution.