Department of Mechanical Engineering, UCSB
ME 219 / MAT 207 "MECHANICS OF MATERIALS" Fall 2009

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Instructor: Robert M. McMeeking
Engr II, Room 2361D
Tel: 805-893-8434
rmcm@engineering.ucsb.edu
Office Hours: TBA
Lecture Time: Tue / Thur 8:00 - 9:15 am
ENGR II, Room 1335  
TA:

Salomon Jimenez
Room 2309, Engr II Bldg.
Tel: 805-893-7278
sjimenez@engineering.ucsb.edu

Textbook:
We will follow loosely Introduction to the Mechanics of a Continuous Medium, by Lawrence E. Malvern (Prentice Hall, 1969). This book focuses on the fundamentals of continuum mechanics as opposed to applied problems, and you should consider it optional. It is not required. I will put it on reserve in the library. I will also provide notes that cover all topics covered in the class.
Homework:
There will be approximately 4 assignments.
Exams:
One closed book Final Exam.
Grading:
Homework 40%, Final Exam 60%

Course Description:

This course will emphasize the basic mathematical and physical principles which underlie the mechanics of deforming solids. This includes a rigorous development of matrix and tensor algebra, as well as the physical concepts of mechanical equilibrium, geometric compatibility, and elastic and plastic constitutive laws. Broad coverage will be given to materials aspects of deformation and fracture. A major goal of this course is to give the background for a detailed study of mechanical behavior (Matrl220), elasticity (ME230), plasticity (ME232), and fracture (ME275). This course is a strict pre-requisite for ME230.

If you are a student with a disability and would like to discuss special academic accommodations, please feel free to contact me at your convenience.