Mechanics Of Materials Laboratory

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This lab will demonstrate the basic principles of strength of materials. Students will conduct tension tests, torsion tests, and learn to use strain gages with data acquisition systems to conduct experiments such as finding modulus of elasticity and Poisson’s ratio, stress concentration, principal stress, and strain and deflection of beams. Typically offered Fall Spring Summer. Prerequisite(s): CE 27300 FOR LEVEL UG WITH MIN. GRADE OF D- (MAY BE TAKEN CONCURRENTLY) AND MA 26100 FOR LEVEL UG WITH MIN. GRADE OF D- AND PHYS 15200 FOR LEVEL UG WITH MIN. GRADE OF D- Course Learning Outcomes 1. Understand the stress-strain relationships. 2. Understand and determine the Young’s Modules (or Modulus of Elasticity) of various engineering materials such as steel, aluminum, and brass. 3. Understand strain gages and use them to measure the strain due to applied force. 4. Understand the basics of the theory of simple bending. 5. Understand torsion and use the applied torques to measure the angular deflections of torsional members. 6. Understand the use and calibration of pressure gages. 7. Understand the concept of natural frequencies and resonance by analyzing vibrations in beams. View Class Schedule