Defence University, College of Engineering

Department of Aerospace Engineering

Course Syllabus
Revised on: November 30, 2020
1. Course Information
Course Name Engineering Mechanics II
Course Code ME-2232
Credit hours CH Lec Tut Lab
3 2 2 1
Pre-requisite Math 2031 + Phys 2111
Course Status Mechanical Engineering Core Course
2. Instructor Information
Name [Name and Preferred Title]
Office Location [Office location]
Phone Number [Mobile Phone Number]
E-mail [Email Address]
Consultation / Office Hours [Scheduled by Instructor (by appointment, Virtual
Office Hours, etc.)]
2. Technical Assistant Contact Information
Name / Phone Number [Name and Phone Number]
E-mail [Email Address]
4. Course Description
Aim: Enable the students to understand and apply the basic principles that govern the motion of
particles/rigid bodies.
Description: Introduction to dynamics: Basic Concepts, Solving Problems in Dynamics;
Kinematics of particles: Rectangular motion, Plane curvilinear motion, Coordinate
systems, Relative motion, Constrained motion; Kinetics of particles: Newton’s second law
for rectilinear and curvilinear motion, Work-energy equation, Impulse and momentum,
Impact, D’Alembert’s principle; Kinematics of Rigid Bodies: Fixed axis rotation, Absolute
motion, Relative motion; Kinetics of Systems of Particles: Generalized Newton’s Second
Law ,Variable mass; Kinetics of rigid bodies: General Equations of Motion, Work-energy
method, Impulse and Momentum.
5. Method of Instruction
Lectures  [2 fifty minutes Lecture hours every week]
 Instructor presents content utilizing multiple
media and formats in ways that meet their
students learning needs and preferences.
 Instructor summarizes information from the
textbook followed by class discussion.
 Instructor solves multiple examples from the
textbook.
 Students are required to memorize and learn
principles and concepts.
 Students may ask questions to obtain
clarification on something that they do not
understand.

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In-class Tutorial [3 fifty minutes tutorial hours every alternative
week]
 Instructor highlights key points of previous
class.
 Students shall come prepared on given
assignments.
 To demonstrate their learning, students are
required to solve problems independently
when asked by the instructor.
 Instructor shall provide hints and support
when necessary.
Study of lecture notes  This is the full responsibility of the student.
 The student should at least devote a minimum
of 5 hours per week for the course study.
 Students may need to revise requisite
information (build or activate background
knowledge) to better understand new
information.
Demonstrations  Instructor may use images, animations and
mockups during lecture or tutorial classes
Lab Assignments / Practice  [3 fifty minutes tutorial hours every alternative
week until all the experiments have been
conducted]
 Technical assistant demonstrates how to
accurately perform the respective experiments.
 Students shall produce the previous laboratory
report when coming to the lab.
 Students make observations, take
measurements, and carry out well-defined
scientific procedures.
Team Project / Mini-Project /  Two group assignments will be given for a
Group Assignment maximum number of 4 students.
 Recognize individual contribution
Quizzes/ Individual Assignments  Three quizzes/Individual assignments will be
given for independent work.
6. Learning Outcomes
After the completion of the course the student will have the following attributes:
6.1 Knowledge
6.1.1 Analyse particle and rigid body motion using different coordinate systems.
Analyse relative-motion of particles and rigid bodies using translating and
6.1.2
rotating axes.
6.1.3 Explain in one’s own words the steps for performing a complex task.
Comprehend the relationships between the external forces acting on a body
6.1.4
and the corresponding translational and rotational motions of the body.
Apply the principles of work and energy and the principles of impulse and
6.1.5
momentum to solve particle and rigid–body dynamics.
6.1.6 Analyse the mechanics of impact.
Extend the principles of dynamics of a single mass particle to a general
6.1.7
system of particles.

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 6.1.8 Derive an equation of motion of bodies with variable-mass.
6.1.9 Evaluate options and select the most effective problem-solving strategy.
6.1.10 Discuss the practical and safe design of mechanical systems.
6.2 Practical skills

6.2.1 Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying

principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
6.2.2 Perform laboratory experiments according well-defined scientific procedures

6.2.3 Report effectively laboratory experiments and design projects.

6.2.4 Apply the principles of dynamics to real-life engineering problems.

6.2.5 Develop solutions with accuracy and precision satisfactory for many
engineering applications.
6.3 Attitude and behavior

6.3.1 Generate their own ideas and explanations of concepts.

6.3.2 Internalize step-by-step approach to carry out assigned tasks.
Be-open to gain a greater understanding of new concepts and higher-order
6.3.3
skills.
6.3.4 Prioritize team work for effective knowledge sharing and productive work.

6.3.5 Appreciate the workings of moving structures and mechanical systems

6.3.6 Build the ability to work under pressure.

Recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations
6.3.7 and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of
engineering solutions.
7. Course Outline
Chapter Learning Assignments/activity
Topics to be covered
(Lecture hours) Week Outcomes (Tutorial hours)
PART- I DYNAMICS OF PARTICLES
Chapter: 1  Newton’s Law Students solve tutorial
6.1.3
1  Solving Problems in problems
6.1.8
Kinematics of Dynamics
Particles  Rectilinear motion Students solve tutorial
 Plane Curvilinear problems
6.1.1
(8 Hrs.) 2 Motion
6.3.1
 Rectangular
Coordinates
3  Normal and Tangential 6.1.1 Perform lab
Coordinates 6.2.3/4 experiment/s
 Polar Coordinates Quiz-1

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  Relative Motion
(Translating and
6.1.2 Solve tutorial
4 Rotating Axes)
6.3.7 problems
 Constrained Motion of
Connected Particles
Section A: Force, Mass & 6.1.3 Solve tutorial
Acceleration. problems
5 6.1.4 Gr. Assignment-I
 Newton’s Second Law
 Rectilinear Motion
6.2.3 Perform lab
6  Curvilinear Motion experiment/s
6.2.4
Section B: Work and
Energy.
Chapter: 2
 Work and Kinetic
Energy 6.1.5
Kinetics of
Potential Energy Solve tutorial
Particles
7 6.1.9 problems
Section C: Impulse and Quiz-2
(8 Hrs.) momentum.
 Linear Impulse and
Linear momentum

 Angular Impulse and 6.1.6 Solve tutorial

Angular momentum problems
Section D: Special 6.1.9 Submit and defend
8 Application Gr. Assignment-I
6.2.3/4
 Impact
 D’Alembert principle
6.3.5/6
9 Mid Examination Period

Chapter: 3
6.1.8
Kinetics of  Generalized Newton’s
Solve tutorial
Systems of 10 Second Law 6.1.10
problems
Particles  Variable mass
6.3.7
(2 Hrs.)
PART- II DYNAMICS OF RIGID BODIES

 Rotation
Solve tutorial
11  Absolute Motion 6.1.2
problems
 Relative Velocity
 Instantaneous Center of 6.2.1 Students do the
12 Zero Velocity tutorial problems
Chapter 4 6.2.3/4 Perform lab
13  Relative Acceleration
experiment/s

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  Motion Relative to Solve tutorial
Rotating Axes problems
 Problem Formulation
14 and Review Gr. Assignment-II
6.3.6
Plane
Kinematics of
Section A. Force, Mass,
and Acceleration
Solve tutorial
 Translation 6.1.4
Chapter: 5 15 problems
 Rotation 6.1.7
Quiz-3
 General Plane Motion
Plane
Kinetics of 6.1.5
Section B. Work and
Rigid Bodies Solve tutorial
Energy
16 6.1.6 problems
(6 Hrs.)  Work and Energy
Relations
6.2.1 Solve tutorial
Section C. Impulse and
Momentum problems
17 6.3.1
 Impulse and Submit and defend
Momentum Equations 6.3.2 Gr. Assignment-II
18&19 Final Examination Period
8. Laboratory Activities
No Experiment Titles
1 Relationship between force acting on a constant mass and the resulting
acceleration.
2 Determination of Centrifugal Force.
3 Verification of the principle of conservation of momentum and behavior of
two colliding inelastic bodies.
4 Investigation of the behavior of two colliding elastic bodies.
5 Determination of mass moment of inertia by rolling experiment.
9. Required Resource
Text Book(s) Meriam, J. L., Kraige, L. G., & Bolton, J. N.,
“Engineering Mechanics-Dynamics”, 9th ed., Wiley
PLUS, 2019
Reference books Hibbeler, R. C., “Statics: Engineering Mechanics”, 14th
ed., Pearson Education, 2015.
Beer, F., Johnston, E., Mazurek, D., Cornwell, P., &
Self, B., “Vector Mechanics for Engineers: Statics and
Dynamics”, 12th ed., McGraw-Hill Education, 2018
Pytel, A, Kiusalaas. J, “Engineering Mechanics: Statics,
Third Edition, 2010.
Software Required “Not Applicable”
Course website [Enter any website required for the course. If there are
none, include a statement that says “Not Applicable”]

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 10. Assessment
Type Weight Due date Behavior and Criteria
Examination will be set to
address learning outcomes
6.1.1 - 6.1.6, 6.1.9, 6.2.3 -
9 week of the
th
6.2.4, 6.3.1, and 6.3.5 -
Mid Exam 25%
semester 6.3.7 and the evaluation
criteria considers the step-
by-step process to get the
correct answer.
Examination will be set to
address learning outcomes
6.1.2 - 6.1.8, 6.1.10, 6.2.3 -
18th & 19th weeks
Final Exam 40% 6.2.5, and 6.3.4 - 6.3.7 and
of the semester
the criteria is to get all
questions answered
correctly.
Individual
Assignments/Quizzes
unique questions will be
3 ,7 & 15
rd th th
given to check the level of
Quizzes/ Individual
15% week of the confidence of each student
Assignments/Participation
semester and the evaluation
/assessment considers the
step-by-step process to get
the correct answer.
Perform all the stated
Lab Exam/Report 10% TBD experiments completely
and report accordingly
Problems related to the
subject matter will be given
and the criteria are to
8th & 17th week of produce relevant
Group Assignment 10% the semester document, scientific
approach to solve the
problem in question,
presentation skill and to
develop team spirit.
11. Attendance Requirement
Minimum of 90% attendance during lecture hours/dates; and 100% of attendance during
tutorial/practical laboratory sessions, except some unprecedented mishaps. Students are expected
to attend classes regularly and come to class on time with appropriate military/civil uniform.
Coming to class after stipulated time is completely prohibited and will be considered absent. If
students are absent, they are responsible for learning materials covered in class.
12. Academic Honesty

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Copying from any outside sources (e.g., Fellow students, and Internet, etc.) on any material to be
graded is not permitted, and will be considered cheating. Cheating will result in failure of the
assignment, failure of the class and/or face possible disciplinary action. Each student is responsible
for securing his or her work from copying. Each student is expected to abide by college policies on
academic conduct.
13. Due Date
All assignments must be turned in the class on the due date for full credit. No assignment will be
accepted after class on the due date. Failure of submission and presentation of the group
assignments in the 8th and 17th week will result in deduction of marks or 0 mark.
14. Classroom Behavior
Instructor should make every reasonable attempt to create an atmosphere in which each student
feels comfortable voicing their argument without fear of being personally attacked, mocked,
demeaned, or devalued. Anything that disturbs your instructor or your colleagues during the class
period is considered a troublesome behavior. Examples include: Inappropriate use of
mobiles/PDA, making offensive remarks, sleeping, working on assignments related to other
courses, leaving the class prior to the Instructor etc. troublesome behaviors are completely
prohibited. Any behavior (including harassment, sexual harassment, and racially and/or culturally
derogatory language) that threatens the class atmosphere will not be tolerated. Students should
alert the Instructor immediately if they feel threatened, dismissed, or silenced at any point during
class lecture and/or if student’s engagement in discussion has been in some way hindered by the
learning environment.

15. Email communication with Instructor

In addition to Consultation / Office Hours scheduled above, students may use respective email to
reach out and communicate with the Instructor. However, students SHOULD NOT email for
questions that are easily found in the syllabus (i.e., When is this assignment due? How much is it
worth? etc.); instead reach out about personal, academic, and intellectual concerns/questions. You
are responsible for checking your email with regular frequency.

16. Approval (Affidavit)

Name Signature Date
Instructor:
Section Head:
Department Head: