Unit information: Vibrations 2 in 2021/22

Unit name	Vibrations 2
Unit code	AENG21301
Credit points	10
Level of study	I/5
Teaching block(s)	Teaching Block 2 (weeks 13 - 24)
Unit director	Dr. Brano Titurus
Open unit status	Not open
Pre-requisites	EMAT10100 Engineering Mathematics 1, AENG11301 Aeronautics & Mechanics
Co-requisites	None
School/department	Department of Aerospace Engineering
Faculty	Faculty of Engineering

Description including Unit Aims

The aim of this course is to develop an understanding of basic vibration phenomena and properties of single and two-degree-of-freedom vibrating systems. This course also provides introduction to basic aeroelastic phenomena in aerospace context.

Intended Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of the unit the student will be able to:

1. recognize and describe how vibrations are caused, characterized, and what their consequences are,
2. derive mathematical models of single and two-degree-of-freedom linear vibrating systems in free vibration and with various forms of excitation,
3. recognize and interpret the role of damping and natural frequencies in vibration transmission and in free and forced responses of the vibrating systems,
4. analyse and calculate modal and harmonic response characteristics of the vibrating systems with focus on their application in vibration control,
5. recognize, describe and analyse basic sources and mechanisms of aeroelastic problems in aerospace context,
6. interpret and report measured and simulated vibration data.

Teaching Information

Teaching will be delivered through a combination of synchronous and asynchronous sessions, which may include lectures, practical activities supported by drop-in sessions, problem sheets and self-directed exercises.

Assessment Information

100% Coursework

Resources

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How much time the unit requires
Each credit equates to 10 hours of total student input. For example a 20 credit unit will take you 200 hours of study to complete. Your total learning time is made up of contact time, directed learning tasks, independent learning and assessment activity.

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Assessment
The Board of Examiners will consider all cases where students have failed or not completed the assessments required for credit. The Board considers each student's outcomes across all the units which contribute to each year's programme of study. If you have self-certificated your absence from an assessment, you will normally be required to complete it the next time it runs (this is usually in the next assessment period).
The Board of Examiners will take into account any extenuating circumstances and operates within the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes.