Course code LauZ3161
Credit points 3.75
Strength of Materials I
Total Hours in Course100
Number of hours for lectures16
Number of hours for seminars and practical classes16
Number of hours for laboratory classes8
Independent study hours60
Date of course confirmation05.12.2012
Responsible UnitInstitute of Mechanics and Design
Course developer
Imants Ziemelis
Dr. sc. ing.
Replaced course
LauZ3126 [GLAU3126] Strength of Materials I
Course abstract
Students acquire knowledge on durability, stiffness and stability of materials for calculation of constructions and components of machines, develop engineering perception, supporting on the theory they study to put into practice the substantiation of optimal structural design of constructions and machines.
Learning outcomes and their assessment
Knowledge: students comprehend the basic principles of engineering calculation on strength, stability and deformation of materials and constructions.
Skills: using the methods and modes of the strength of materials students are able to perform practical calculations on strength, stability and deformation of engineering constructions.
Competence: students are able to solve technical problems and perform independent calculation and construction work of engineering constructions design.
Compulsory reading
1. ZiemelisI., Kaķītis A., Dominieks L. Materiālu pretestība. Jelgava: LLU, 2008. 376 lpp.