COURSE SYLLABUS Mechanical Waves 7.5 credits Mekaniska vågor Second cycle, M7006T Version Autumn 2007 Sp 1 - Spring 2012 Sp 4Autumn 2012 Sp 1 - Spring 2013 Sp 4Autumn 2013 Sp 1 - Spring 2014 Sp 4Autumn 2014 Sp 1 - Spring 2018 Sp 4Autumn 2018 Sp 1 - Spring 2020 Sp 4Autumn 2020 Sp 1 - Present Course syllabus valid: Autumn 2020 Sp 1 - PresentThe version indicates the term and period for which this course syllabus is valid. The most recent version of the course syllabus is shown first. Education level Second cycle Grade scale G U 3 4 5 Subject Engineering Mechanics Subject group (SCB) Engineering Physics Entry requirementsContinuum mechanics or a higher course in solid mechanics/mechanical vibrations and fluid mechanics. Exampel F0030T/M0011T, F0031T. F7016T is rekomended. More information about English language requirements SelectionThe selection is based on 20-285 creditsCourse AimThe student shall learn to understand mechanisms and characteristics of wave propagation in solids, structural elements and fluids and apply analytical and experimental methods to wave phenomena.ContentsThe course treats basic theoretical concepts like linear, non-linear and inhomogeneous systems, dispersive and non-dispersive waves, shock waves, modal waves and wave-guides. Areas of application are wave propagation in beams, rods and plates; seismic, acoustic and gas-dynamic waves as well as water waves, internal waves and hydrodynamic stability. Mathematical background; (10%) Partial differential equations, Fourier methods, transform methods, asymptotic methods. Analysis of mechanical systems; (60%) Mechanical structures and systems like rods, beams, plates, solid bodies, liquids, and gases are analysed with respect to wave propagation. Concepts like propagation, dispersion, phase velocity and group velocity are clarified. Reflection and transmission at boundaries are analysed. Project work; (30%) One of the analysed wave propagation situations is studied experimentally. The study is planned and performed by the students (under supervision) using available experimental equipment. An extensive theoretical study can be done as an alternative.RealizationLectures are given as introduction to the different areas an supervision is provided for assignments and project work.ExaminationGrades are given based on written and oral presentation of assignments and project work. A written exam is not given.ExaminerJörgen KajbergTransition termsThe course M7006T is equal to MTM131Literature. Valid from Autumn 2007 Sp 1 (May change until 10 weeks before course start)Mechanical Waves, LTU Search books in the library » Course offered byDepartment of Engineering Sciences and MathematicsModules CodeDescriptionGrade scaleHPStatusFrom periodTitle 0001Required assignments and project workG U 3 4 57.50MandatoryS07 Study guidanceStudy guidance for the course is to be found in our learning platform Canvas before the course starts. Students applying for single subject courses get more information in the Welcome letter. You will find the learning platform via My LTU.Syllabus establishedThe syllabus was established by the Department of Applied Physics and Mechanical Engineering 2007-02-28, and remains valid from autumn 2007.Last revisedby Niklas Lehto 08 Nov 2019