Master’s Semester Programme in Mechanical Engineering, autumn

This course covers some fundamental concepts of Computational Fluid Dynamics and their practical use in computer simulations. You will learn about the different challenges associated with compressible and incompressible flows, different grid structures and the numerical modelling of turbulence.

The theoretical understanding is put to practical use through programming exercises with computer tools such as OpenFoam. CFD allows optimization of design based on simulations, without having to prepare many prototypes. Thus, optimization can reduce environmental impact and improve energy efficiency.

Teaching methods

• Lectures
• Problem solving sessions
• Computer laboratory sessions in
• Applied CFD using high-level tools such as OpenFOAM
• Scientific programming in a low-level language such as Python

Course description

For more information about this course, and the latest version of the course description, take a look at the course description for MECH4301  Computational Fluid Dynamics (student.oslomet.no).

Exam and assessment

Individual oral examination.

Fluid-structure interactions (FSI) are critical considerations in the design and understanding of various systems mechanical engineers will work with, e.g., wind turbines, ship hulls, engines, or bridges.

The course will cover the fundamental theory of fluid-structure interactions including viscous flow, turbulent flow, flow separation, bluff-body aerodynamics, unsteady flow, time-frequency analysis and flow control techniques.

Teaching methods

Lectures and experimental laboratory exercises.

Course description

For more information about this course, and the latest version of the course description, take a look at the course description for MECH4302 Advanced Fluid Mechanics (student.oslomet.no).

Exam and assessment

Individual oral examination.

A sustainable future in the industrial sector relies on designing and manufacturing components that use green/reusable materials and mitigate process material waste.

In this course, you learn about sustainable design and manufacturing principles, such as the reduction of materials and energy use, the life cycle assessment, and the circular economy related to the energy system. 

Furthermore, you will learn how to use Fusion 360 for computer aided design and computer aided manufacturing.

Teaching methods

Lectures, project work and group assignments. The class is divided into groups and the students are asked to perform critical analysis of the scientific papers and present the findings in the class.

Course description

For more information about this course, and the latest version of the course description, take a look at the course description for MECH4105 Sustainable design and manufacturing of energy systems (student.oslomet.no).

Exam and assessment

The exam consists of two parts:

• Part one: A project report in groups of 2-4 people
• Part two: An individual oral presentation 

This course covers the fundamentals of structural impact and durability against fatigue and creep. Basic topics in fatigue analysis, including the S-N curve and Miner’s rule with special emphasis on isotropic homogeneous materials as metals and ceramics, are covered. The course then covers plasticity from the structural mechanics perspective and continues to derive analytical solutions for impact and pulse loaded beams, plates and shells using Drucker-Prager stability postulate and bound theorems of plasticity.

Use of Buckingham’s Pi-theorem is appreciated, which allows for reducing the number of parameters involved and opens the door on the exciting topic of dimensional analysis and theory of models. The course encompasses enough of the general theory as well as its specific applications to beams and plates to enable the students to solve problems of interest in solid dynamic

Teaching Methods

Lectures, problem solving sessions, and computer laboratory tutorials (using ABAQUS).

Course description

For more information about this course, and the latest version of the course description, take a look at the course description for MECH4104 Structural Integrity and Impact (student.oslomet.no).

Exam and assessment

The exam consisting of two parts:

• Part one: A project report (on either a research project or solving an industrial problem) in groups of 2-4 people, 30-40 pages; this report counts 80 % of the final grade.
• Part two: A group oral presentation (30 min per group followed by 15 minutes of Q&A); the presentation counts for 20% of the final grade.

Part one can be appealed, part two cannot be appealed.

Both parts of the exam must be passed in order to pass the course.

This course provides a selection of advanced topics in Mathematics, essential to studying continuum mechanics, finite element method, computational fluid mechanics, and mechatronics. 

These include matrix analysis, with focus on eigenvalue problems and positive definiteness, multiple, line and surface integrations and applications of Gauss and Stokes theorems, classification, and the solution of certain types of PDEs using methods such as Laplace and Fourier transforms, discretization of domains and equations, and variational calculus with applications.

The knowledge, methods, and associated problem-solving techniques are applicable in fluid mechanics, solid mechanics, and mechatronics, as ample exemplification will elucidate. Matrix analyses, partial differential equation (PDE) solving methods, and variational calculus are covered topics.

You will learn about the formulation and implementation in code for the finite element and finite volume methods used in solid and fluid mechanics, respectively. It is expected that you will be able to develop and implement solution algorithms in Python.

Teaching methods

Lectures and tutorials including problem solving and the use of Python coding to solving relevant mathematical problems.

Course description

For more information about this course, and the latest version of the course description, take a look at the course description for MECH4000 Advanced engineering mathematics (student.oslomet.no).

Exam and assessment

Written 6-hour exam under supervision.

This course covers the fundamentals of continuum mechanics and thermodynamics. Focus is on solid mechanics of deformable bodies treated as continuous distribution of matter disregarding their molecular structure and is intended to be a comprehensive treatment of the subject at an intermediate level.

While mathematicians deal with geometric continuum mechanics using differential geometry and Lie derivatives and engineers study it using traditional strength of material approach, the course here is an in-between approach, covering enough of the general theory to be able to solve problems of interest in solid mechanics.

Teaching methods

Lectures and tutorials.

Course description

For more information about this course, and the latest version of the course description, take a look at the course description for MECH4101 Continuum mechanics and thermodynamics (student.oslomet.no).

Exam and assessment

Written 3-hour exam under supervision.

This course introduces the field of mechatronics, the intersection of mechanics and electronics. The course brings together control systems, electronic systems, mechanical systems, and computer science. Example applications are taken from different industries, with particular focus on systems in which all of these disciplines closely interact.

You will learn how contemporary challenges, such as climate crises, cybersecurity, demographic changes and others may affect their design choices. 

You will also learn how mechatronics can contribute to more sustainable production processes by reducing energy consumption and improving productivity, as well as making industrial processes safer.

This course takes a hands-on approach with extensive laboratory work, where you will also learn about research ethics and academic writing.

Teaching methods

Theory lectures and laboratory work.

Course description

For more information about this course, and the latest version of the course description, take a look at the course description for MECH4201 Introduction to Mechatronics (student.oslomet.no).

Exam and assessment

The exam consist of three parts, both parts must be passed:

1. Four individual laboratory reports
2. Individual essay including a literature review and plans for a research project
3. Oral examination