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This module offers an introduction to the scientific principles and methods of mechanics.

This module builds upon the technical content of the other first year modules and develops skills needed for the professional application of Mechanical Engineering. The ability to solve new challenges through innovation and through application of scientific methods and technical analysis is the heart of Mechanical Engineering. Future Mechanical Engineers will face enormously important and diverse challenges that are difficult to anticipate, and will need to be able to develop their skillset throughout their career. The first part of this module introduces the professional context of Mechanical Engineering and starts the individual process of identifying and developing relevant skills through reflective practice. The second part of this module develops skills concerning the application of engineering analysis to practical mechanical systems. In particular, the ability to frame engineering problems so that relatively simple analysis, practical insight and intuition can be used to generate innovative solutions is developed through a serious of case studies.

This module builds upon the technical content of the other first year modules and develops skills needed for the professional application of Mechanical Engineering. The ability to solve new challenges through innovation and through application of scientific methods and technical analysis is the heart of Mechanical Engineering. Future Mechanical Engineers will face enormously important and diverse challenges that are difficult to anticipate, and will need to be able to develop their skillset throughout their career. The first part of this module introduces the professional context of Mechanical Engineering and starts the individual process of identifying and developing relevant skills through reflective practice. The second part of this module develops skills concerning the application of engineering analysis to practical mechanical systems. In particular, the ability to frame engineering problems so that relatively simple analysis, practical insight and intuition can be used to generate innovative solutions is developed through a serious of case studies.

This module builds upon the technical content of the other first year modules and develops skills needed for the professional application of Mechanical Engineering. The ability to solve new challenges through innovation and through application of scientific methods and technical analysis is the heart of Mechanical Engineering. Future Mechanical Engineers will face enormously important and diverse challenges that are difficult to anticipate, and will need to be able to develop their skillset throughout their career. The first part of this module introduces the professional context of Mechanical Engineering and starts the individual process of identifying and developing relevant skills through reflective practice. The second part of this module develops skills concerning the application of engineering analysis to practical mechanical systems. In particular, the ability to frame engineering problems so that relatively simple analysis, practical insight and intuition can be used to generate innovative solutions is developed through a serious of case studies.

This module will help the students to understand the fundamental concepts in Kinematics and Dynamics of multi-body systems. It provides an understanding of the application of simple
mathematical models to vibration problems in engineering using different levels of approximation/complexity and some practical experience of vibration measurement and the interpretation of vibration effects. By completing this module an acoustical engineering student will appreciate how simple mechanisms forming a complex machine can be the source of vibration and a
mechanical student can appreciate the response of a machine to such excitations.

The course assumes knowledge of elementary vector algebra and the concepts of time and partial derivatives. An elementary Physics course covering Newton's laws or course(s) on Statics and
Dynamics can be very helpful in understanding the material covered as the course reviews these topics and then applies them to more complex problems. There will be equal emphasis placed on
gaining both analytical understanding and insight/intuition on the subject. The material presented in the lectures will emphasize the analytical component of the subject, while with the assignment
(through coding and modelling) and the experimental laboratory work will encourage students to see beyond equations. This module will provide a pre-requisite understanding for more advanced topics
such as vibration measurement and analysis with numerical tools such as Finite Element Method Analysis and will prepare the students for automotive modules.

Building on the principles of kinematics and dynamics introduced in the first-year mechanics module, this module examines mechanical systems in motion in greater depth. It covers the kinematics and dynamics of mechanisms and multi-body systems, as well as vibration phenomena in engineering structures.

Students develop and apply mathematical models and analytical methods, learning how engineers use fundamental physical principles to investigate complex machines and structures. Emphasis is placed on understanding the assumptions behind engineering models, interpreting their results, and using them to analyse real problems involving mechanisms, motion transmission, and vibration.

Laboratory classes provide a tangible perspective on the phenomena studied, including mechanism design, vibration modes, resonance, vibration isolation, and dynamic absorbers. The knowledge and skills developed provide a foundation for later study in areas including powertrain dynamics, control systems, numerical simulation and advanced design.

Building on the principles of kinematics and dynamics introduced in the first-year mechanics module, this module examines mechanical systems in motion in greater depth. It covers the kinematics and dynamics of mechanisms and multi-body systems, as well as vibration phenomena in engineering structures.

Students develop and apply mathematical models and analytical methods, learning how engineers use fundamental physical principles to investigate complex machines and structures. Emphasis is placed on understanding the assumptions behind engineering models, interpreting their results, and using them to analyse real problems involving mechanisms, motion transmission, and vibration.

Laboratory classes provide a tangible perspective on the phenomena studied, including mechanism design, vibration modes, resonance, vibration isolation, and dynamic absorbers. The knowledge and skills developed provide a foundation for later study in areas including powertrain dynamics, control systems, numerical simulation and advanced design.

This module covers the fundamentals of mechanics, statics, dynamics and materials. Providing a firm basis for all subsequent modules in these areas in later Parts and a further career in engineering. This module consists of four parts, Statics-1, Statics-2, Dynamics, and Materials.

Note: this module is only available to student taking degree programmes in the School of Engineering.

Pre-requisite - A level mathematics and physics or equivalent.

This module covers the fundamentals of mechanics, statics, dynamics and materials. Providing a firm basis for all subsequent modules in these areas in later Parts and a further career in engineering. This module consists of four parts, Statics-1, Statics-2, Dynamics, and Materials.

Note: this module is only available to student taking degree programmes in the School of Engineering.

Pre-requisite - A level mathematics and physics or equivalent.

This module covers the fundamentals of mechanics, statics, dynamics and materials. Providing a firm basis for all subsequent modules in these areas in later Parts and a further career in engineering. This module consists of four parts, Statics-1, Statics-2, Dynamics, and Materials.

Note: this module is only available to student taking degree programmes in the School of Engineering.

Pre-requisite - A level mathematics and physics or equivalent.