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ENG252 - Dynamics

2026

Sector

Higher Education

Discipline

Engineering

Credit Points

Unit Level

200

Equivalent Units

(ENG152)

Prerequisites

Must have passed 1 unit in (ENG151, SMA101)

Incompatible

Coerequisites

Assumed Knowledge

Unit Description

The study of dynamics covers the motion of particles/objects, the forces that produce or impact upon this motion and the various coordinate systems that allow analysis of key variables such as linear velocity, angular velocity and momentum. Particle motion, rigid body analysis and vibration analysis are introduced in this unit, and form an important part of engineering.

The theoretical concepts are illustrated by laboratories that provide a visual and `real' representation of key dynamic fundamentals.

This unit is reliant on on-line materials including electronic submission of assessment items. Students must have access to a reliable high-speed broadband connection and a scanner.

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.	Analyse particles and bodies in equilibrium and motion, using force/acceleration, work/energy and impulse/momentum methods
2.	Analyse simple engineering problems in dynamics
3.	Observe and explain basic behaviour of dynamics systems
4.	Use effective oral, written, numeric and technical communication methods, including assignment and practical reports, to convey ideas and principles

Assessment Overview

	Assessment Task	Value (of total mark)	Related Learning Outcome/s
1.	Three laboratory exercises (approx 2 pages)	15%	1,2,3,4
2.	Mid-semester invigilated test (100 minutes)	20%	1,2,3
3.	Individual dynamics project report (approx 4 pages)	15%	1,2,3,4
4.	Final exam (2 hours)	45%	1,2,3
5.	Problem solving exercise (25 min)	5%	1,2,3

Unit Availability

Year	Semester	Att Mode	Location	Learning Method	Timetable*
2026	Semester 2	Internal	Casuarina Campus	OLR	View
2026	Semester 2	External	External Studies	OLR	View

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OLR: Internet access is required for this unit as students are required to access study materials provided on-line through Learnline. Please log into Learnline on the first day of each teaching period. For more information about Learnline, please click here.

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