ME208-6 Dynamics and Vibrations
ME208-6 Dynamics and Vibrations
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Mechanical Engineering
Edin Berberović
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
* To provide students with an opportunity to understand and practice an analysis of forces and accelerations, work and energy, impulse and momentum in terms of motion of a particle and of a solid body. * To provide students with an opportunity to understand how to analyze a motion of a particle and a solid body from geometrical, kinematic and kinetic point of views. * To provide students with basic understanding of a simple oscillating motion of a particle or a simple solid body.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Engineering Mechanics – Dynamics, R.C. Hibbeler, 14th edition (SI), Pearson, 2016.
Additional Literature
Engineering Mechanics – Dynamics, Andrew Pytel, Jaan Kiusalaas, 4th edition (SI), Cengage Learning, 2016.Teaching Methods
Lectures, Lecture discussions with examples
Active tutorial sessions for engaged learning and continuous feedback on progress
Demonstration of real-world examples using hardware
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Registration & Introduction to the Course. Kinematics of a particle | Chapter 12 |
| 2 | Kinematics of a particle (continuation) | Chapter 12 |
| 3 | Kinetics of a Particle: Force and Acceleration | Chapter 13 |
| 4 | Kinetics of a Particle: Force and Acceleration (continuation) | Chapter 13 |
| 5 | Kinetics of a Particle: Work and Energy | Chapter 14 |
| 6 | Kinetics of a Particle: Impulse and Momentum | Chapter 15 |
| 7 | Quiz 1 (Ch. 12 to 15), Review of the quiz results and review for the Mid-term exam | Chapters 12 through 15 |
| 8 | Mid-term exam | Chapters 12 through 15 |
| 9 | Planar Kinematics of a Rigid Body | Chapter 16 |
| 10 | Planar Kinetics of a Rigid Body: Force and Acceleration | Chapter 17 |
| 11 | Planar Kinetics of a Rigid Body: Work and Energy | Chapter 18 |
| 12 | Planar Kinetics of a Rigid Body: Impulse and Momentum | Chapters 19 |
| 13 | Vibrations | Chapter 22 |
| 14 | Quiz 2 (Ch. 16 to 19 & 22), Review of the quiz results and review for the final exam | Chapters 16 to 19 & 22 |
| 15 | Review for the final exam | Chapters 16 to 19 & 22 |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ME208-6.1 | Course | Tuesday 17:00 - 19:50 | B F1.16 | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 18:00 - 20:00 | A F1.25 |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes :
Mid-term Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1
Quiz and class activities
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes :
Homework
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes :
Presentation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes :
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 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture Hours
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Active tutorials
28 hours ⏳ (14 week × 2 h)
Home Study
30 hours ⏳ (15 week × 2 h)
Homeworks
16 hours ⏳ (4 week × 4 h)
In-term Exam Study
10 hours ⏳ (1 week × 10 h)
Final Exam Study
18 hours ⏳ (1 week × 18 h)
Quiz
1 hours ⏳ (1 week × 1 h)
Presentation
2 hours ⏳ (1 week × 2 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 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 [ME208-6] 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.
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
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| ME208-6 | Dynamics and Vibrations | 3 | 2 | 6 | Tuesday 17:00 - 19:50 | |||||
| Prerequisite | MATH202 | It is a prerequisite to | ME313, ME401 | |||||||
| Lecturer | Edin Berberović | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Tuesday: 18:00-20:00 |
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| eberberovic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Ammar Hodza | Assistant E-mail | ahodza@ius.edu.ba | |||||||
| Course Objectives | * To provide students with an opportunity to understand and practice an analysis of forces and accelerations, work and energy, impulse and momentum in terms of motion of a particle and of a solid body. * To provide students with an opportunity to understand how to analyze a motion of a particle and a solid body from geometrical, kinematic and kinetic point of views. * To provide students with basic understanding of a simple oscillating motion of a particle or a simple solid body. |
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| Textbook | Engineering Mechanics – Dynamics, R.C. Hibbeler, 14th edition (SI), Pearson, 2016. | |||||||||
| 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 | Lectures, Lecture discussions with examples. Active tutorial sessions for engaged learning and continuous feedback on progress. Demonstration of real-world examples using hardware. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Registration & Introduction to the Course. Kinematics of a particle | Chapter 12 | ||||||||
| Week 2 | Kinematics of a particle (continuation) | Chapter 12 | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Kinetics of a Particle: Force and Acceleration | Chapter 13 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Kinetics of a Particle: Force and Acceleration (continuation) | Chapter 13 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Kinetics of a Particle: Work and Energy | Chapter 14 | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Kinetics of a Particle: Impulse and Momentum | Chapter 15 | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Quiz 1 (Ch. 12 to 15), Review of the quiz results and review for the Mid-term exam | Chapters 12 through 15 | ||||||||
| Week 8 | Mid-term exam | Chapters 12 through 15 | ||||||||
| Week 9 | Planar Kinematics of a Rigid Body | Chapter 16 | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Planar Kinetics of a Rigid Body: Force and Acceleration | Chapter 17 | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Planar Kinetics of a Rigid Body: Work and Energy | Chapter 18 | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Planar Kinetics of a Rigid Body: Impulse and Momentum | Chapters 19 | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Vibrations | Chapter 22 | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Quiz 2 (Ch. 16 to 19 & 22), Review of the quiz results and review for the final exam | Chapters 16 to 19 & 22 | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Review for the final exam | Chapters 16 to 19 & 22 | ||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 50 | all | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Mid-term Exam | 1 | 25 | 1 | Not Allowed | |
| Quiz and class activities | 1 | 15 | all | Not Allowed | |
| Homework | 4 | 6 | all | Not Allowed | |
| Presentation | 1 | 4 | all | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 3 | 15 | 45 | Active tutorials | 2 | 14 | 28 | |||
| Home Study | 2 | 15 | 30 | Homeworks | 4 | 4 | 16 | |||
| In-term Exam Study | 10 | 1 | 10 | Final Exam Study | 18 | 1 | 18 | |||
| Quiz | 1 | 1 | 1 | Presentation | 2 | 1 | 2 | |||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 22/09/2025 | |||||||||