ME211 Strength of Materials II
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Mechanical Engineering
Muhamed Hadžiabdić
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
Course Objectives Develop a thorough understanding of torsional behavior of shafts and thin-walled members, stress and strain transformation, stability of columns, and energy methods in structural analysis. Develop the capability to independently analyze and design structural members subjected to torsion, combined loading, and axial compression. Develop competence in applying failure theories and stability criteria for safe and efficient engineering design. Develop the ability to use energy principles and virtual work methods for calculating deflections and internal forces in statically indeterminate structures. Strengthen analytical skills required for verification, safety assessment, and design of structural elements under complex loading conditions.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Mechanics Of Materials, R. C. Hibbeler, Prentice Hall, ISBN 13: 978-0-13-602230-5
Additional Literature
A1. Strength of Materials, R.K. BansalTeaching Methods
Class discussions with examples
Power point & Slide presentations
Student Presentation and Assignment Discussions
Industrial visits
Laboratory activities and demonstrations
Tutorials
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Strength of Materials II, Torsion, Torsional deformation of a circular shaft | Ch5 |
| 2 | The torsion formula, Power transmission, angle of twist, Statically indeterminate torque-loaded members, Solid noncircular shafts | Ch5 |
| 3 | Thin-walled tubes having closed cross section, Stress concentration, Inelastic torsion, Residual stress, Combined loadings; Thin-walled pressure vessels, State of stress caused by combined loadings | Ch.5, Ch.8 |
| 4 | Stress transformation; Plane-stress transformation, General equations of plane – stress transformation, Principal stresses and maximum in-plane shear stress | Ch.9 |
| 5 | Quiz no 1, Mohr’s circle – plane stress | Ch.9 |
| 6 | Strain Transformation; Plane strain, General equation of plane-strain transformation, Mohr’s circle – plain strain | Ch10 |
| 7 | Absolute maximum shear strain, Strain rosettes, Material-property relationships, Theories of failure | Ch10 |
| 8 | Mid-term Exam | Ch12 |
| 9 | Buckling of columns; Critical load, Ideal column with pin supports, Columns having various types of supports | Ch.13 |
| 10 | The secant formula, Inelastic Buckling, Design of Columns for Concentric Loading, Design of columns for Eccentric Loading | Ch13 |
| 11 | Energy Methods; External work and strain energy, Elastic strain energy for various types of loading | Ch.14 |
| 12 | Quiz | |
| 13 | Conservation of energy, Impact loading, Principle of Virtual work | Ch.14 |
| 14 | Method of virtual forces applied to trusses, method of virtual forces applied to beams, Castigliano’s theorem | Ch14 |
| 15 | Castigliano’s theorem applied to trusses, Castigliano’s theorem applied to beams | Ch14 |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ME211.1 | Course | Tuesday 14:00 - 16:50 | A F1.10 | - | - |
| ME211.1 | Tutorial | Thursday 18:00 - 19:50 | A F1.26 | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1
Midterm
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1
Assignments (tutorials)
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1
Quiz (2 X 5=10)
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 3 ECTS credit course corresponds to 75 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture hours
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Student work
10 hours ⏳ (10 week × 1 h)
Home study
10 hours ⏳ (10 week × 1 h)
Midterm preparation
6 hours ⏳ (1 week × 6 h)
Assignment
4 hours ⏳ (2 week × 2 h)
75 Total Workload Hours
3 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [ME211] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Mar 03, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
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| ME211 | Strength of Materials II | 3 | 2 | 3 | ||||||
| Prerequisite | ME210-3 | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Muhamed Hadžiabdić | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Tuesday: 13:00-15:30 Thursday: 10:00-12:00 |
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| mhadziabdic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Muhamed Bisic | Assistant E-mail | mbisic@ius.edu.ba | |||||||
| Course Objectives | Course Objectives Develop a thorough understanding of torsional behavior of shafts and thin-walled members, stress and strain transformation, stability of columns, and energy methods in structural analysis. Develop the capability to independently analyze and design structural members subjected to torsion, combined loading, and axial compression. Develop competence in applying failure theories and stability criteria for safe and efficient engineering design. Develop the ability to use energy principles and virtual work methods for calculating deflections and internal forces in statically indeterminate structures. Strengthen analytical skills required for verification, safety assessment, and design of structural elements under complex loading conditions. |
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| Textbook | Mechanics Of Materials, R. C. Hibbeler, Prentice Hall, ISBN 13: 978-0-13-602230-5 | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Class discussions with examples. Power point & Slide presentations. Student Presentation and Assignment Discussions. Industrial visits. Laboratory activities and demonstrations.Tutorials. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introduction to Strength of Materials II, Torsion, Torsional deformation of a circular shaft | Ch5 | ||||||||
| Week 2 | The torsion formula, Power transmission, angle of twist, Statically indeterminate torque-loaded members, Solid noncircular shafts | Ch5 | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Thin-walled tubes having closed cross section, Stress concentration, Inelastic torsion, Residual stress, Combined loadings; Thin-walled pressure vessels, State of stress caused by combined loadings | Ch.5, Ch.8 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Stress transformation; Plane-stress transformation, General equations of plane – stress transformation, Principal stresses and maximum in-plane shear stress | Ch.9 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Quiz no 1, Mohr’s circle – plane stress | Ch.9 | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Strain Transformation; Plane strain, General equation of plane-strain transformation, Mohr’s circle – plain strain | Ch10 | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Absolute maximum shear strain, Strain rosettes, Material-property relationships, Theories of failure | Ch10 | ||||||||
| Week 8 | Mid-term Exam | Ch12 | ||||||||
| Week 9 | Buckling of columns; Critical load, Ideal column with pin supports, Columns having various types of supports | Ch.13 | ||||||||
| Week 10 | The secant formula, Inelastic Buckling, Design of Columns for Concentric Loading, Design of columns for Eccentric Loading | Ch13 | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Energy Methods; External work and strain energy, Elastic strain energy for various types of loading | Ch.14 | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Quiz | |||||||||
| Week 13 | Conservation of energy, Impact loading, Principle of Virtual work | Ch.14 | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Method of virtual forces applied to trusses, method of virtual forces applied to beams, Castigliano’s theorem | Ch14 | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Castigliano’s theorem applied to trusses, Castigliano’s theorem applied to beams | Ch14 | ||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | 1 to 4 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Midterm | 1 | 30 | 1 and 2 | Not Allowed | |
| Assignments (tutorials) | 1 | 20 | 1 to 4 | Not Allowed | |
| Quiz (2 X 5=10) | 2 | 10 | 1 to 4 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture hours | 3 | 15 | 45 | Student work | 1 | 10 | 10 | |||
| Home study | 1 | 10 | 10 | Midterm preparation | 6 | 1 | 6 | |||
| Assignment | 2 | 2 | 4 | |||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 75 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 3 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 09/03/2026 | |||||||||