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Study programmes 2011-2012Last update : 14/06/2012
MECA0446-1  Continuum Mechanics

Duration :  30h Th, 30h Pr
Number of credits :  
Bachelor in engineering sciences, civil engineer orientation (Bachelor in engineering sciences, civil engineer orientation), 3rd yearFirst semester5
Bachelor in engineering sciences, civil engineer orientation (Bachelor in engineering sciences, civil engineer orientation), 3rd yearToute l'année5
Master in Biomedical Engineering, in-depth approach, 2nd yearFirst semester5
Master in Engineering Physics, in-depth approach, 1st yearFirst semester5
Master in Engineering Physics, specialized approach, 1st yearFirst semester5
Lecturer :  Jean‑Philippe Ponthot
Language(s) of instruction :  
French language
Course contents :  
The goal is to establish a general theoretical framework in which all conservation laws can be expressed in a very general way. The theory of constitutive models, including the study of the main axioms that are generally assumed is then introduced. In particular it is shown that linear models, both for fluids and solids, are particular cases of the general non linear theory. Eventually, some introductions to techniques aiming at finding approximate solutions to partial differential equations are introduced.
Learning outcomes of the course :  
In depth understanding of the fundamental hypothesis, and the implications of such hypothesis, that governs the movement of a continuum body.
Prerequisites and co-requisites/ Recommended optional programme components :  
Mechanics of materials.
Planned learning activities and teaching methods :  
Exercises + personal project
Mode of delivery (face-to-face ; distance-learning) :  
1st quadrimester.
Recommended or required readings :  
English version of the slides available via eCampus. French version of lecture notes is available at the CDC.
Assessment methods and criteria :  
Theory : oral exam (50%)
Exercises : written exam (20%)
Personal project (30%)
Contacts :  
JP Ponthot
JP.Ponthot@ulg.ac.be

M Mengoni
mmengoni@ulg.ac.be


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