AMR136 Fundamentals of Science for Engineers (20 credits)

Year Running: 2021/2022

Credit level: F4

Pre Uni Qualification

A Levels at grade B or above, including a Mathematical based subject and a Science, Technology, Engineering or additional Mathematics related subject, or 120 credits Engineering BTEC at level 3. Plus 5 GCSE¿s at Grade C or above.

Description

The fundamental laws of mechanics (statics and dynamics); thermodynamic, fluids dynamics and solid mechanics will be studied; concepts of fundamental quantities, scalars, vectors as well as resolution of forces and equilibrium; concepts of strength of materials with regards to exploring external and internal forces, displacements and deformations. The efficiency of simple machines (pulleys, gear trains and levers), statically determinate and indeterminate structures will be explored, and simple harmonic motion. The first and second laws of thermodynamics will be applied to heat and work in engines. Key topics will be reinforced through laboratory practicals and will be assessed through examinations and lab work.

Reading List

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Teaching Methods

Delivery Type	Hours
Independent	141.0
Lab	8.0
Lecture	27.0
Problem Solving	9.0
Tutorial	12.0

Methods of assessment

Assessment Type	Duration	% of formal assessment	Semester
Exam	3.0	90 %
Other	0.0	10 %

Teaching methods and assessment displayed on this page are indicative for 2021-22.