Swansea University

Strength Of Materials

EG-120

Iowa State Course Substitution

Mechanics of Materials

EM 3240

Course Info

International Credits: 10.0
Converted Credits: 3.0
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Course Description:

Introduction to the mechanics of materials. The module covers basic engineering concepts such as stress and strain and their relationships. It describes the way in which simple engineering components behave under the action of external forces or other actions such as thermal changes. The course serves as an introduction to more advanced modules on structural mechanics or stress analysis.

Review

Evaluated Date:
November 18, 2022
Evaluated:
Jennifer Johannsen
Expiration Date:
November 29, 2027
Comments:

EG-120 appears to be missing analysis of column buckling, stress concentrations, failure theory, temperature effects, and power transmission through system of meshed gears (or belts), but student may learn these topics independently if needed in future coursework.