In Mechanics of Materials, the student will learn about the behavior of structural elements under various loading conditions. The module aims to develop relationships between external forces applied and the resulting deformation and stress within the material. The key concepts include stress, which is the internal force per unit area, and strain, which represents the material's deformation. The study involves analyzing how materials respond to different types of loads, such as tension, compression, and shear, and predicting their structural behavior. Mechanics of Materials is crucial for designing and analyzing structures and components in engineering applications, ensuring that materials can withstand the forces they encounter in real-world scenarios.
- Teacher: Prof. K.S. Wanniarachchi