UnitLevel 2Undergraduate

MMA2002 Solid mechanics 1

Faculty of Engineering

MMA2002 Solid mechanics 1 is a level 2, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Engineering, offered in 2026 in Semester 1 at Clayton and Malaysia. It needs ENG1001 or ENG1011 and unlocks 5 units, leading on to 7 units in all.

Credit points: 6
Offered in 2026: Semester 1; Clayton, Malaysia
Assessment: Exam 50%; and 3 other tasks
Workload: 144 hours; per semester

This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.

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Requisites

Before MMA2002

Prerequisites

Pass these before you enrol.

One of

Prohibitions

You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.

One of

After MMA2002

5 units list MMA2002 as a prerequisite or corequisite.

Enrolment rules

E6011 Master of Professional Engineering - You are exempt from the prerequisite rule if you are enrolled in this course.

Overview

This unit introduces the fundamental principles of stress, strain, and deformation in solid materials subjected to axial, transverse, torsional, and bending loads. You will develop skills to analyse and design structural elements such as shafts and beams using free-body diagrams, shear-force and bending moment diagrams, and stress transformations. You will also build capability in solving statically determinate and indeterminate problems, and in applying failure criteria to assess the safety of structures under load.

Offerings in 2026

Teaching period	Campus	Mode
First semester	Clayton	Flexible
First semester	Malaysia	On campus

Assessment

In-class test 1Quiz / Test
25%
In-class test 2Quiz / Test
25%
Final assessmentExamination
50%
Written communication demonstrationWrittenCompetency hurdle
-

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Learning outcomes

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

1
Calculate stresses and deformations in structural members under axial, torsional, and bending loads using fundamental principles of mechanics.
2
Analyse the state of stress in three-dimensional structures subjected to combined loading conditions using
appropriate engineering reasoning and methods.
3
Formulate well-reasoned written engineering analyses, including workings, diagrams, and calculations, in a manner appropriate to the professional engineering context.

Workload and teaching

Practical activities24 hours
Workshops24 hours
Teaching approachActive learning

The minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of 3-6 hours of scheduled learning activities and 6-9 hours of independent study per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher-directed learning, peer-directed learning and online engagement. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities.

You will actively engage in applying your knowledge, skills, and attributes in interactive, collaborative, and reflective activities.

Learning resources

Required resources

Textbook: Mechanics of materials (8th Edition, Si Units), Beer, Johnston, DeWolf, Mazurek & Sanghi, McGraw Hill Publishing

Where it fits

MMA2002 is part of 5 areas of study in the 2026 handbook.

Contacts

Unit Coordinators: Dr Alexander Gregg; Dr Lim Jen Nee; Dr Tony Vo
Chief Examiners: Dr Tony Vo

Common questions

What are the prerequisites for MMA2002?

You need ENG1001 or ENG1011 before you enrol. Enrolment rules also apply.

What can I take after MMA2002?

MMA2002 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 5 units, including MAE3411, MEC3416, MEC3455, MMA3102 and MMA4001. Those lead on to 7 units in all.

When is MMA2002 offered?

In 2026, MMA2002 runs in Semester 1 at Clayton and Malaysia.

How much work is MMA2002?

The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.

Does MMA2002 have an exam?

Yes. The exam is worth 50% of the final mark, alongside 3 other tasks.

Which majors and minors include MMA2002?

MMA2002 is part of Aerospace engineering; Biomedical engineering; Electrical and computer systems engineering; Mechanical engineering; and Robotics and mechatronics engineering.

More details

Credit points: 6
Level: 2
Study level: Undergraduate
Faculty: Faculty of Engineering
Organisational unit: Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Type: Coursework
EFTSL: 0.125
Student contribution: SCA Band 2
Study abroad: Available
Handbook years: 20262027