Analytical Project (FSI-ZAP)

Graduates will be able to solve a practical engineering problem with the appropriate use of analytical, numerical or experimental methods for the analysis of stresses and strains and methods for project management. They will be able to work both individually and in the team.

Competences acquired:
- Ability to effectively apply analytical, numerical and experimental methods in the field of stress and strain engineering analysis.
- Ability of independent and systematic engineering work.
- Ability to solve a more complex engineering design problem in a team.
- Knowledge of project management tools and their practical applications.
- Ability to present, confront and critically evaluate their individual contributions to solution within the team of researchers and effectively share their knowledge.

- knowledge in the field of engineering analysis of the stress and strain of the mechanical elements and their design at the level of a bachelor's degree graduate.

In this course, a closed problem is solved. The practical analysis of stresses and deformations of a model mechanical element, such as a hook, a beam with a notch, etc. Students apply an analytical, numerical and experimental approach to the analysis of a part. Finally, they critically evaluate the achieved results and propose an optimized geometry of the part at the critical point. The assigned problem is solved by teams of a maximum of 4 students under the guidance of a teacher. Students must share competencies in a team, plan the way they want to solve the problem, and be responsible for the results achieved. During the solution process, they are led to systematic engineering work and receive feedback through regular consultations. Completion of the course is key to success in the following course - Mechanical Design Project, where an open practical task is solved.

Course credit requirements:
- active participation in tutorials,
- elaboration and submission of a completed project in digital and printed form (technical report).
Final exam requirements:
- successful defense of the project solution to the committee (defense is in a team and it is a prerequisite for proceeding to the second part of the exam),
- successful completion of an individual discussion with members of the committee (for the success it is crucial to share knowledge about the project solution among all team members),
- the overall grade is compiled by the evaluation of both parts of the exam. Up to 100 points can be obtained, therefore the final classification is determined according to the ECTS grade.

Seminars: attendance at seminars is compulsory (2 absences maximum). In case of long-term absence, the guarantor decides about compensation.