EPOKA UNIVERSITY
FACULTY OF ARCHITECTURE AND ENGINEERING
DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING
COURSE SYLLABUS
2025-2026 ACADEMIC YEAR
COURSE INFORMATIONCourse Title: MECHANICS OF MATERIALS II |
| Code | Course Type | Regular Semester | Theory | Practice | Lab | Credits | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CE 214 | B | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 6 |
| Academic staff member responsible for the design of the course syllabus (name, surname, academic title/scientific degree, email address and signature) | Prof.Dr. Hüseyin Bilgin hbilgin@epoka.edu.al |
| Main Course Lecturer (name, surname, academic title/scientific degree, email address and signature) and Office Hours: | M.Sc. Bredli Plaku bplaku@epoka.edu.al , By appointment |
| Second Course Lecturer(s) (name, surname, academic title/scientific degree, email address and signature) and Office Hours: | NA |
| Language: | English |
| Compulsory/Elective: | Compulsory |
| Study program: (the study for which this course is offered) | Bachelor in Civil Engineering (3 years) |
| Classroom and Meeting Time: | |
| Teaching Assistant(s) and Office Hours: | NA |
| Code of Ethics: |
Code of Ethics of EPOKA University Regulation of EPOKA University "On Student Discipline" |
| Attendance Requirement: | 60% theoretical sessions and 75% practical sessions |
| Course Description: | Shear stresses in beams and plastic deformation. Transformation of stress and strain. Principal and combined stresses. Deflection of beams by superposition and moment-area methods. Stability and buckling of columns. |
| Course Objectives: | Advance the foundational principles of solid mechanics by analysing deformable bodies under complex and combined loading conditions. The course develops proficiency in determining shearing stresses, applying stress and strain transformation techniques, and evaluating principal stresses to predict material failure. It also focuses on calculating beam deflections and introduces the principles of column buckling to provide the analytical framework necessary for structural design. |
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BASIC CONCEPTS OF THE COURSE
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| 1 | Shearing Stresses in Beams |
| 2 | Shearing Stresses in Thin-Walled Members |
| 3 | Transformations of Stress and Strain |
| 4 | Mohr's Circle for Plane Stress |
| 5 | Theories of Failure |
| 6 | Principal Stresses Under Combined Loads |
| 7 | Deflection of Beams |
| 8 | Method of Superposition and Moment-Area Theorems |
| 9 | Stability of Structures |
| 10 | Centric and Eccentric Column Design |
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COURSE OUTLINE
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| Week | Topics |
| 1 | Overview of the syllabus and a comprehensive review of fundamental concepts from first part. Literature: Beer FP, Johnston ER, DeWolf JT, Mazurek D. Mechanics of Materials. 8th ed. McGraw Hill; 2019. Ch. 1–5. |
| 2 | Shearing Stresses in Beams: Analysis of horizontal shearing stress in beams and the distribution of stresses in a narrow rectangular beam. Literature: Beer et al. 2019. Ch. 6.1–6.2, pp. 420–436. |
| 3 | Advanced Shearing Stresses: Evaluation of longitudinal shear on a beam element of arbitrary shape and the calculation of shearing stresses in thin-walled members. Literature: Beer et al. 2019. Ch. 6.3–6.4, pp. 437–453. |
| 4 | Transformations of Stress: Introduction to the transformation of plane stress and the application of Mohr's circle for plane stress to simplify principal stress analysis. Literature: Beer et al. 2019. Ch. 7.1–7.2, pp. 480–502. |
| 5 | Advanced Stress States and Failure: Examination of a general state of stress using three-dimensional analysis of stress. Introduction to the principal theories of failure used in engineering design. Literature: Beer et al. 2019. Ch. 7.3–7.4, pp. 503–519. |
| 6 | Strain Transformations and Pressure Vessels: Calculation of stresses in thin-walled pressure vessels and the analytical transformation of plane strain. Literature: Beer et al. 2019. Ch. 7.6–7.7, pp. 520–533. |
| 7 | Principal Stresses: Determination of principal stresses in a beam and the application of these concepts to the specific design of transmission shafts. Literature: Beer et al. 2019. Ch. 8.1–8.2, pp. 559–574. |
| 8 | Combined Loadings: Comprehensive analysis of structural components and the rigorous evaluation of stresses under combined loads. Literature: Beer et al. 2019. Ch. 8.3, pp. 575–590. |
| 9 | Midterm Examination: Assessment covering all material discussed from Weeks 1 through 8. |
| 10 | Deflection of Beams: Introduction to deformation under transverse loading and the analytical procedures for solving statically indeterminate beams. Literature: Beer et al. 2019. Ch. 9.1–9.2, pp. 602–622. |
| 11 | Advanced Deflection Methods: Utilisation of singularity functions to determine slope and deflection , and the application of the method of superposition. Literature: Beer et al. 2019. Ch. 9.3–9.4, pp. 623–648. |
| 12 | Moment-Area Theorems: Application of moment-area theorems as a geometric method for determining beam deflections and slopes. Literature: Beer et al. 2019. Ch. 9.5, pp. 649–663. |
| 13 | Columns and Stability: Introduction to the stability of structures (Euler buckling) and the governing principles for centric load design. Literature: Beer et al. 2019. Ch. 10.1, 10.3, pp. 692–708, 722–738. |
| 14 | Eccentric Loading on Columns: Analysis of columns subjected to eccentric loading and the secant formula , concluding with procedures for eccentric load design. Literature: Beer et al. 2019. Ch. 10.2, 10.4, pp. 709–721, 739–749. |
| Prerequisite(s): | Mechanics of Materials I |
| Textbook(s): | Beer FP, Johnston ER, DeWolf JT, Mazurek D. Mechanics of Materials. 8th ed. New York (NY): McGraw Hill; 2019. ISBN: 978-1260113273. |
| Additional Literature: | Hibbeler RC. Mechanics of Materials. 10th ed. Harlow (UK): Pearson; 2018. ISBN: 978-1292178202. |
| Laboratory Work: | |
| Computer Usage: | Students may use standard spreadsheet software to assist with tabular calculations. |
| Others: | No |
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COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
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| 1 | Apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering principles to analyse complex stress states in structural components. |
| 2 | Design specific structural elements, such as transmission shafts and columns, to satisfy strength, deformation, and stability requirements. |
| 3 | Identify, formulate, and solve advanced solid mechanics problems involving deformable bodies subjected to combined loading conditions. |
| 4 | Utilise established analytical techniques and engineering methods to determine internal forces, stresses, and structural displacements. |
| 5 | Calculate horizontal and longitudinal shearing stresses in discrete beams and thin-walled members. |
| 6 | Apply stress and strain transformation equations, including Mohr's Circle, to evaluate principal stresses and maximum shear stresses. |
| 7 | Evaluate the safety and yield point of structural components using appropriate theories of failure for ductile and brittle materials. |
| 8 | Determine the deflection and slope of statically determinate and indeterminate beams using integration, superposition, and moment-area methods. |
| 9 | Analyse the elastic stability of structures and calculate critical buckling loads for columns under various end conditions and eccentric loads. |
| 10 | Synthesise advanced mechanics of materials concepts to critically assess the overall structural integrity and safety of engineering designs. |
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COURSE CONTRIBUTION TO... PROGRAM COMPETENCIES
(Blank : no contribution, 1: least contribution ... 5: highest contribution) |
| No | Program Competencies | Cont. |
| Bachelor in Civil Engineering (3 years) Program | ||
| 1 | an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering | 5 |
| 2 | an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs | 4 |
| 3 | an ability to function on multidisciplinary teams | 2 |
| 4 | an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems | 3 |
| 5 | an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility | 2 |
| 6 | an ability to communicate effectively | 3 |
| 7 | the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context | 2 |
| 8 | a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life long learning | 3 |
| 9 | a knowledge of contemporary issues | 2 |
| 10 | an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice | 3 |
| 11 | skills in project management and recognition of international standards and methodologies | - |
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COURSE EVALUATION METHOD
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| Method | Quantity | Percentage |
| Midterm Exam(s) |
1
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30
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| Quiz |
2
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10
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| Laboratory |
1
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20
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| Final Exam |
1
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30
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| Attendance |
0
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| Total Percent: | 100% |
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ECTS (ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD)
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| Activities | Quantity | Duration(Hours) | Total Workload(Hours) |
| Course Duration (Including the exam week: 16x Total course hours) | 16 | 4 | 64 |
| Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice) | 16 | 4.875 | 78 |
| Mid-terms | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Assignments | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Final examination | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Other | 0 | ||
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Total Work Load:
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150 | ||
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Total Work Load/25(h):
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6 | ||
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ECTS Credit of the Course:
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6 | ||
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CONCLUDING REMARKS BY THE COURSE LECTURER
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The course is designed to advance students' understanding of solid mechanics, focusing on deformable bodies subjected to complex and combined loading conditions. Success in this subject requires consistent study and practice in problem-solving, as the material builds progressively upon the concepts established in the first part. The lecturer is committed to fairness, transparency, and professionalism in teaching and assessment. In line with the University’s Code of Ethics, students are reminded of the importance of integrity, respect, and responsibility in all academic activities and examinations. |