FACULTY OF ENGINEERING - DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

PRODUCTION AND MECHANICAL SYSTEMS DESIGN PROGRAM

COURSE SYLLABUS

MENG 270 Mechanics of Materials – Third Semester 2022/2023

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Mechanics of Materials MENG 270 5
Pre-requisites: CE 201
Course Role in Curriculum (Required/Elective): Required Course
Catalogue Description: Concept of stress. Stress and strain of axial loading: Stress, strain, Hooke’s law,
deformation, statically indeterminate problems, thermal stress and strain, and stress concentration. Torsion
of circular shafts. Analysis and design of beams for bending: Shear and bending moment diagrams. Analysis
of beams under shear loading. Transformations of stresses and strains: State of stress, Mohr’s circle, theories
of failure, thin-walled pressure vessels. Principal planes and principal stresses: Design of transmission
shafts. Beam deflections by use of superposition. Columns. Develop, conduct experiments, analyze and
interpret data, and use an engineering judgment to draw conclusions.

Textbooks: F. Beer, E. Johnston, J. DeWolf, and D. Mazurek, Sanjeev

(Author, Title, Pub., year) Sanghi. Mechanics of Materials, McGraw-Hill, 8th Edition,
SI Units, 2020

Supplemental Materials: Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam Handbook, 2021

Course Learning Outcomes:

By the completion of the course the students should be able to:

1. Calculate stresses, strains, and deflection due to axial loading.

2. Calculate stress and strain due to temperature changes.
3. Analyze statically indeterminate problems.
4. Calculate shear stress, shear strain, and the angle of twist due to torsion.
5. Calculate normal stress, and radius of curvature due to bending.
6. Draw the shear force and bending moment diagrams for beams (SFD, BMD).
7. Calculate shear stress in beams due to shear loading.
8. Calculate principal stresses and identify the principal planes using transformation equation
and Mohr’s circle.
9. Apply theories of failure on a state of stress.
10. Calculate the lateral deflection of simple structures.
11. Analyze stability of columns under compression loads.
12. Develop, conduct experiments, analyze and interpret data, and use an engineering judgment
to draw conclusions.
Topics to be Covered: Duration in Weeks
1. Introduction and review of statics 0.5
2. Concept of stress 1.5
3. Stress and strain in axial loading, and tension test 2
4. Stress and strain in torsional loading 1
5. Bending stresses 1
6. Analysis and design of beams for bending 1
7. Deflection of beams 1
8. Shear stress in beams due to shear loading 1
9. Transformation of stresses and principal stresses 1
10. Design of columns 0.5
11. International Standard Tests of Materials 1

Key Student Outcomes addressed by the course: (Put a  sign)

(1) An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying 
principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
(6) An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, 
and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.

Key Student Outcomes assessed in the course: (1) and (6)

Instructors: Prof. Aljinaidi, Abdulmalik Email: aljinaidi@kau.edu.sa

Dr. Almitani, Khalid Email: kalmettani@kau.edu.sa
Dr. Basha, Muhammad Email: mabasha@kau.edu.sa
Dr. Alazwari, Mashhour Email: maalazwari@kau.edu.sa

Course coordinator: Dr. Alazwari, Mashhour Email: maalazwari@kau.edu.sa

Last updated: Third semester 2022/2023

Course Grading:

Major Exam I 25% Wednesday: May 3, 2023 at 07:00 PM

Major Exam II 25% Wednesday: May 31, 2023 at 07:00 PM
Lab Experiment 10% See the Lab experiment instructions
Final Exam 40% Date, time, and location are to be announced
Total 100%

Assessment of the free response problems in the exams will be assessed using the student
outcomes assessment rubric (SO 1) provided.

Assessment of the lab experiment reports will be assessed using the student outcomes
assessment rubric (SO 6) provided.
Major and Final Exams:
It is important that the students taking this course understand that:
1. All exams will be common among all the sections.
2. Major Exams cover all the material taken before the exam.
3. The final exam will be comprehensive, i.e., it will include all topics listed on the
attached syllabus.
4. Students can review his exam grade with the instructor only within 10 days from
grade announcement of each exam.
It is the responsibility of the student taking this course to ensure that he can solve any
of the book example problems following each topic, and that he can solve all the
problems listed as homework practicing problems.

Laptops, tablets and mobiles are NOT Allowed during in-class exams.

Lectures Attendance:
Attending lectures is the key to learn the material of this course, and thus, students are strongly
encouraged to attend lectures. Although students will not have points taken off for missing
lectures, but they will be responsible for all material covered in these lectures. If the student
is absent for 25% of the lectures, he will receive a “DN” grade, based on the university rules
and regulations.

Policy on Missed Exams:

Students who miss an exam due to an emergency case (for example, sudden illness or family crisis)
must present a doctor notice within 72 hours of the exam date approved by the academic affairs
of the college.

Academic Integrity:
High level of academic integrity and honor is expected from each student. Each student is
expected to do his own work on homework, quiz, lab reports, and exams. You should make
sure of your ability to solve the problems on your own.

Policy of Zero-Tolerance in Academic Dishonesty:

It is the KAU Policy, that cheating of any kind or form in exams, quiz, lab reports or
assignments, will result in formal disciplinary action that may include an “F” grade, suspension
for one or two semesters, or dismissal from the university.

PAPER-BASED REPORT PREPARATION INSTRUCTIONS

As an engineer and a professional, your work will be often read and inspected by others. In
some instants your work could be a legal document or a piece of evidence in a court of law. It
is your responsibility to present your work in a legible, methodical, and logical manner. If
paper-based report is assigned, a specific format is required in this course. The intent of the
required format is to get you in the habit of presenting your work in a professional manner that
earns you professional respect and credibility.

1) INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS are essentially used in any engineering work. Using

international standards is a common practice in any professional company, and students are
expected to gain this skill during their academic study to be prepared for their future jobs.
2) ACCURACY is essential in any engineering work. Clear work, neatly and systematically
arranged, will assist in reducing errors to a minimum.
3) CLEARNESS AND NEATNESS are indication of clear thinking and mastery of the subject;
they are essential if the work is to be understood and used by others.
 MENG 270 Mechanics of Materials - Weekly Calendar - Third Semester 2022/2023
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday

Mar 12

Mar 13

Mar 14

Mar 15

Mar 16
Week 1 Starting Chapter 1

Mar 19

Mar 20

Mar 21

Mar 22

Mar 23
Week 2

Mar 26

Mar 27

Mar 28

Mar 29

Mar 30
Week 3 Starting Chapter 2

Submit Lab Report

Apr 3

Apr 4

Apr 5

Apr 6
Apr 2

Week 4
(First Draft)

Apr 10

Apr 11

Apr 12

Apr 13
Apr 9

Week 5 Starting Chapter 3

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Apr 20
Eid Break Eid Break Eid Break Eid Break Eid Break
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Apr 27
Week 6 Eid Break Eid Break Eid Break Starting Chapter 4

Exam I at 7:00 PM
Apr 30

May 2

May 3

May 4
May 1

Week 7 Starting Chapter 5 (Ch. 1, 2, 3)

May 10

May 11
May 7

May 8

May 9
Week 8 Starting Chapter 9

Submit Lab Report

May 14

May 15

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May 17

May 18
Week 9 Starting Chapter 6 (Final Draft)
May 21

May 22

May 23

May 24

May 25
Week 10 Starting Chapter 7

Exam II at 7:00 PM
May 28

May 29

May 30

May 31

Jun 1
Week 11 Break Break
(Ch. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9)
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Jun 8
Week 12 Starting Chapter 10 Final Exams Final Exams
Jun 11

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Week 13 Final Exams Final Exams Final Exams Final Exams Final Exams
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Week 14 Final Exams Final Exams Final Exams

 MENG 270 Mechanics of Materials – Sections Covered and Suggested Practicing Problems
Lectures Topics Reading Assignments Practicing Problems
1.4, 1.5, 1.10, 1.11, 1.13, 1.14, 1.15, 1.18, 1.30, 1.37, 1.59, 1.63
Chapter 1: Concept of stress 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5
+ Chapter 1 Problems Set
2.2, 2.6, 2.8, 2.9, 2.11, 2.18, 2.19, 2.24, 2.28, 2.37, 2.41, 2.47, 2.60, 2.61,
Chapter 2: Stress and strain – axial loading 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.7, 2.8, 2.11 2.64, 2.68, 2.98, 2.99, 2.125, 2.128, 2.129
+ Chapter 2 Problems Set
3.5, 3.6, 3.13, 3.27, 3.35, 3.51, 3.53 3.72, 3.78, 3.91
Chapter 3: Torsion 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5
+ Chapter 3 Problems Set
4.6, 4.9, 4.22, 4.61, 4.65, 4.103, 4.107, 4.115, 4.121
Chapter 4: Pure Bending 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.5, 4.7
+ Chapter 4 Problems Set
5.11, 5.22, 5.43, 5.44, 5.60, 5.62, 5.67, 5.75, 5.91
Chapter 5: Analysis and design of beams for bending 5.1, 5.2, 5.3
+ Chapter 5 Problems Set
6.2, 6.9, 6.11, 6.16, 6.18, 6.21, 6.22
Chapter 6: Shearing Stresses in Beams 6.1
+ Chapter 6 Problems Set
7.5, 7.14, 7.32, 7.43, 7.48, 7.66, 7.81, 7.87, 7.100, 7.104
Chapter 7: Transformation of stress and strain 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6
+ Chapter 7 Problems Set
9.2, 9.13, 9.30, 9.71, 9.77, 9.90, 9.91, 94
Chapter 9: Deflection of beams 9.1, 9.2, 9.4
+ Chapter 9 Problems Set
10.11, 10.12, 10.13, 10.19, 10.22, 10.27, 10.59, 10.62, 10.76, 10.80
Chapter 10: Columns 10.1, 10.3
+ Chapter 10 Problems Set

Weekly calendar, grading system, exams dates are subject to change by the instructor.
 Student Outcomes Assessment Rubrics

Student Outcome (SO 1): An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering,
science, and mathematics.
The student should be able to:
Not
# KPI Essential Elements of the KPI A B C D F
Applicable
▪ State the problem
Identify the
1.1
Problem ▪ Identify parameters (e.g. known and unknown parameters, …)

▪ Make reasonably justified assumptions for missing information

based on standards or best practices
Formulate
1.2
the Problem ▪ Develop a model for the real problem taking into account all
essential features (e.g. governing equations, engineering
principles, special conditions, relations between parameters…)

▪ Use a suitable procedure to solve the problem with/without the

Solve the aid of engineering software
1.3
Problem
▪ Produce correct answers
 Student Outcome (SO 6): An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering
judgment to draw conclusions.
The student should be able to:
Not
# KPI Essential Elements of the KPI A B C D F
Applicable
▪ Identify the objectives of the experiment

▪ Identify variables/parameters to be measured along with their

Develop the range and required accuracy
6.1
Experiment
▪ Develop a suitable experimental setup

▪ Outline the testing procedure

Conduct the ▪ Apply steps of the testing procedure

6.2
Experiment ▪ Measure variables

▪ Find relations between the variables

Analyze the
6.3 ▪ Prepare the data in a form that is appropriate for interpretation
Data
▪ Perform uncertainty analysis

▪ Compare the experiment results with the results of credible

Interpret the sources in the light of assumptions made, experimental
6.4
Data uncertainties, …

▪ Draw a formal conclusion of the experiment results