Study programme 2019-2020Français
Theoretical Mechanics I
Programme component of Bachelor's in Engineering (Charleroi (Hor. jour)) à la Faculty of Engineering

Students are asked to consult the ECTS course descriptions for each learning activity (AA) to know what assessment methods are planned for the end of Q3

CodeTypeHead of UE Department’s
contact details
Teacher(s)
UI-B1-IRCIVI-106-CCompulsory UEVERLINDEN OlivierF703 - Mécanique rationnelle, Dynamique et Vibrations
  • VERLINDEN Olivier

Language
of instruction
Language
of assessment
HT(*) HTPE(*) HTPS(*) HR(*) HD(*) CreditsWeighting Term
  • Français
Français424200077.00Année

AA CodeTeaching Activity (AA) HT(*) HTPE(*) HTPS(*) HR(*) HD(*) Term Weighting
I-MRDV-120Statics: methods based on force equilibrium - Internal forces in beam structures1414000Q130.00%
I-MRDV-121Kinematics, Statics: principle of virtual power and principle of minimum of energy2828000Q270.00%
Programme component

Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes

  • Implement an engineering approach dealing with a set problem taking into account technical, economic and environmental constraints
    • Identify and acquire the information and skills needed to solve the problem
  • Understand the theoretical and methodological fundamentals in science and engineering to solve problems involving these disciplines
    • Identify, describe and explain basic scientific and mathematical principles
    • Select and rigorously apply knowledge, tools and methods in sciences and engineering to solve problems involving these disciplines
  • Demonstrate thoroughness and independence throughout their studies
    • Demonstrate self-awareness, asses themself, and develop appropriate learning strategies.

Learning Outcomes of UE

To understand and get familiar with the elements, principles and basic theorems of Kinematics and Statics (equilibrium of forces and energetic methods) of mechanical systems composed of rigid bodies and material points.
To solve classical but original problems of Statics and Kinematics, from an adequate reasoning and a rigourous application of the laws addressed during the course.
To understand the basics of Kinetics (translational and rotational momentum, kinetic energy, inertia tensor)
To draw MNV (bending moment, normal force, and shear force) diagrams in isostatic systems of beams.
To understand the related mathematical elements: vector calculus, systems of linear equations, differential calculus, and trigonometry.
To develop intuition and physical feeling with respect to mechanical phenomena.

Content of UE

Force, moment of a force, torque, reduction of systems of forces (centers of mass).
Statics of mechanical systems: applied forces, joint forces, Coulomb's law, equilibrium conditions of  material points and rigid bodies, fundamental problem of Statics.
Equilibrium break (separation or sliding).
Applied Statics: MNV diagrams in beams.
Point kinematics: position, velocity, acceleration, motion reference
Kinematics of the rigid body: velocity and acceleration fields, theorem of derivatives composition, planar case (Kennedy's theorem, graphical kinematics).
Kinematics of mechanical systems: joints, composition of movements.
Energetic methods of Statics: principle of virtual work/power, conservative systems and minimum of potential energy.
Kinetics (twist-momentum), kinetic energy, inertia tensor, second order tensors.

Prior Experience

Mathematics and Physics from secondary school

Type of Assessment for UE in Q1

  • Written examination

Q1 UE Assessment Comments

The written exam lasts max 4 hours and has a weight of 100% of the mark. It consists of a question of theory (25% of the mark) and several exercises.
Students may have during the exam a formula reminder of max a face of a A4 sheet, and containing only formulas.
For theory, the students are allowed to read their course notes during 10 minutes, but mustn't write anything.

Type of Assessment for UE in Q2

  • Written examination

Q2 UE Assessment Comments

The written exam lasts max 4 hours et has a weight of 100% of the mark. It consists of a question of theory (30% of the mark) and several exercises.
Students may have during the exam a formula reminder of max a face of a A4 sheet, and containing only formulas.
For theory, the students are allowed to read their course notes during 10 minutes, but mustn't write anything.

Type of Assessment for UE in Q3

  • Written examination

Q3 UE Assessment Comments

The written examination lasts max 4 hours and is unique for the whole course of Theoretical Mechanics (learning activity "Statics and Applied Statics" and "Kinematics and Energetic methods of Statics") and has a weight of 100 % of the mark.
The exam comprises a specific question of exercise related to the learning activity "Statics and Applied Statics" (1st quadrimester), with a weight corresponding to the one of the quadrimester.
The exam comprises a specific part related to the learning activity "Kinematics and energetic methods of Statics", with a question about theory and several exercices, with a weight corresponding to the one of the quadrimester.
The students may have a formula reminder, of max 1 face of a A4 sheet, containing only formulas.
For the question about theory, the students may read their course notes during 10 minutes, but mustn't write anyhing.

Type of Resit Assessment for UE in Q1 (BAB1)

  • Written examination

Q1 UE Resit Assessment Comments (BAB1)

Same as Q1

Type of Teaching Activity/Activities

AAType of Teaching Activity/Activities
I-MRDV-120
  • Conférences
  • Exercices dirigés
I-MRDV-121
  • Cours magistraux
  • Exercices dirigés

Mode of delivery

AAMode of delivery
I-MRDV-120
  • Face to face
I-MRDV-121
  • Face to face

Required Reading

AARequired Reading
I-MRDV-120
I-MRDV-121Note de cours - Cinematique et methodes energetiques de la Statique - O. VERLINDEN

Required Learning Resources/Tools

AARequired Learning Resources/Tools
I-MRDV-120Not applicable
I-MRDV-121Not applicable

Recommended Reading

AARecommended Reading
I-MRDV-120Note de cours - Mecanique rationnelle I Partie I : Statique (equilibre des forces) et Statique appliquee - O. VERLINDEN
I-MRDV-121

Recommended Learning Resources/Tools

AARecommended Learning Resources/Tools
I-MRDV-120Not applicable
I-MRDV-121Not applicable

Other Recommended Reading

AAOther Recommended Reading
I-MRDV-120Y. Bremont et P. Rocreux - 1996 - Mécanique 2. Mécanique du solide indéformable. Statique - éditions Ellipse, collection Sciences industrielles.
D. J. Mac Gill, W.W. King - 1985 - Engineering Mechanics: Statics - PWS publishers.
F.P. Beer and E.R. Johnston - 1996 - Vector Mechanics for Engineers. Statics - McGraw-Hill.
R.C. Hibbeler - 2012 - Engineering Mechanics. Statics - Prentice-Hall
I-MRDV-121Y. Bremont et P. Rocreux - 1995 - Mécanique 1. Mécanique du solide indéformable. Calcul vectoriel et cinématique - éditions Ellipse, collection Sciences industrielles.
D. J. Mac Gill, W.W. King - 1985 - Engineering Mechanics: Statics - PWS publishers.
D. J. Mac Gill, W.W. King - 1984 - Engineering Mechanics: Introduction to Dynamics - PWS publishers.
Engineering Mechanics: Dynamics, C. Hibbeler, Prentice Hall, 13th edition, 2012

Grade Deferrals of AAs from one year to the next

AAGrade Deferrals of AAs from one year to the next
I-MRDV-120Authorized
I-MRDV-121Authorized
(*) HT : Hours of theory - HTPE : Hours of in-class exercices - HTPS : hours of practical work - HD : HMiscellaneous time - HR : Hours of remedial classes. - Per. (Period), Y=Year, Q1=1st term et Q2=2nd term
Date de génération : 13/07/2020
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