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ME 431

Intermediate Solid Mechanics

Catalog2026-2027
Credits3 units
LevelUpper Division
Average gradeB-
Standard

Overview

Description

The course focuses on the theory of elasticity to develop an understanding of the fundamental principles and solution techniques used in the stress analysis of elastic solids and structures. Cartesian tensors are introduced for formulations of general deformations and stress field. Constitutive relations and field equations are derived for large and small deformation.

Requirements

Prerequisites

  • with a “C” or better
CEE 372
Original catalog text

Prerequisites

CEE 372 with a “C” or better.

Units

Lecture3

Catalog Details

Offering

Offered: Every Spring

Terms

spring

Attributes

Standard

Learning Outcomes

  • acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
  • use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for engineering practice.
  • communicate effectively with a range of audiences.