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Georgia Institute of Technology

Mechanics of Materials I: Fundamentals of Stress & Strain and Axial Loading

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This course explores the topic of solid objects subjected to stress and strain. The methods taught in the course are used to predict the response of engineering structures to various types of loading, and to analyze the vulnerability of these structures to various failure modes. Axial loading with be the focus in this course.

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Syllabus

  • Welcome
  • Stress and Strain Fundamentals
    • In this section, we will study the fundamentals of stress and strain as applied to Mechanics of Materials.
  • Stress-Strain Diagrams, Material Properties, and Shear Stress and Strain
    • In this section, we will develop stress-strain diagrams, discuss material properties, and look more in depth at shear stress and strain.
  • Stresses on Inclined Planes
    • In this section, we will develop the stress transformation equations for inclined planes and introduce Mohr’s Circle for Plane Stress
  • Stress concentrations, Mohr’s Circle for Plane Strain, and measuring strains
    • In this section, we will learn about stress concentrations, and discuss plane strain, develop Mohr’s Circle for Plane Strain, and explore methods of measuring strain.
  • Generalized Hooke’s Laws, Factor of Safety, Non-linear behavior and Plasticity, Statically Indeterminate Structures, and Thermal Effects
    • In this section, we will conclude the course by discussing the topics of the generalize Hooke’s Laws for Isotropic materials, factors of safety, nonlinear behavior and plasticity, statically indeterminate structures, and thermal effects in mechanics of materials.

Taught by

Dr. Wayne Whiteman, PE

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  • Anonymous
    This course is explained in a very simplified manner stepwise. Syllabus is covered fully topicwise. Although this course requires prior knowledge of basic mechanics otherwise it will be slightly difficult to understand few modules. Quiz pattern is excellent which helps to get a better grip with the concepts. I am happy with learning this course as I have invested my time in learning some good concepts very effectively.
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    The course is really well structured, with small videos easy to follow and 3 final exercises each week. Since the videos are not long, they are adequate to be watched over and over until no doubt persist. Overall, it is a really good course with 3 additional courses to follow next to this one. The four courses give a full picture of typical Machanics of Materials theories and applications.
  • Anonymous
    The lectures are clear, the Professor has a wide knowledge of what he’s teaching and how to teach it. Also, he uses practical examples to explain phenomenas which are not that easy to understand, such as shear strains. Personally, I would prefer lectures which are longer in minutes. Definitely a great course.
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