Mechanics of materials
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Date
2009
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Cengage Learning
Abstract
Accompanying material with book # E10091.
Description
Overview of Program
StressAlyzer is a set of computer modules running on Windows-based PCs, which help students develop expertise in analyzing very fundamental problems in Mechanics of Materials.
Each module is devoted to a single topic, such axial loading, shear force and bending moment diagrams, etc. Each module typically begins with very simple problems; subsequent problems become progressively more complex. The total number of problems ranges from 20 to 40, depending on the module. For most problems, randomly generated versions are offered. This allows a user to try the same type of problem multiple times.
There are brief reviews of the relevant theory, either at the beginning of a module or interspersed between problems. However, it is best to use StressAlyzer in conjunction with the other activities of a typical Mechanics of Materials course, including lectures, a textbook and so forth. StressAlyzer can be used, for example, as required homework assignments, as extra credit assignments, or as review before examinations.
Each module typically requires 2 to 5 hours to complete. By keeping a log file, the program tracks the user's successful completion of problems. The user can quit after completing any number of problems, and then call up the log file and resume work at a later time. The log file can be submitted for grading either electronically as an email attachment, or by handing in a diskette.
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CD/DVD - CE, CD/DVD - SoET