Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering

Department of Mechanical Engineering

MECHANICAL VIBRATIONS
(Date of document: 10th of August 2018)

Course Code : MEMB343

Course Status : Core
Level : Degree
Semester Taught : 6
Credit : 3
Pre-requisites : MEMB233 Mechanics II: Dynamics
MEMB263 Theory of Machines

Assessments : Assignments 30%

Test 20%
Final Examination 50%

Lecturers : Mr. Azrul Abidin Zakaria

Office: BN-1-010, ext. 2258 E-mail: aazrul@uniten.edu.my

A/P Ir. Dr. Jawaid I. Inayat-Hussain

Office: BA-4-058B, ext. 7318, E-mail: jawaid@uniten.edu.my

Professor Dr. Hanim Salleh

Office: BA (3rd Floor), ext. 7312, E-mail: hanim@uniten.edu.my

Course Description : This course covers the main aspects of mechanical vibrations that
includes the following topics: equations of motion of single- and
multi-degree-of-freedom systems, free and forced vibration
analysis of undamped and damped systems, response to steady-
state excitation, coordinate coupling and semidefinite systems,
modal analysis, modeling of multi-degree-of-freedom systems via
Lagrange’s equation, vibration of continuous systems, design of
vibration isolation systems and dynamic absorbers.

Course Objectives : The aims of this course are to:

1. Appreciate the role of vibration in the design and operation of
machines and structures.
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2. Develop the skills to translate a physical model of a vibratory

system to an appropriate mathematical model.
3. Develop the ability to analyze and predict vibration
characteristics and response of mechanical and structural
systems.
4. Develop the ability to design mechanical and structural
systems to achieve the desired vibration characteristics and
response.

Transferrable Skills : Having successfully completed this course, the students will be
better able to develop the equations of motion of mechanical and
structural systems, and solving these equations to determine the
vibration characteristics of these systems. They will also have
gained experience and showed competence in solving vibration
related problems in mechanical and structural systems.

Course Outcomes (CO)

- what students to achieve and to be assessed upon completing this course

No. Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

CO1 Apply the fundamental concepts of vibration.

Formulate the equations of motion for single- and multi-degree-of-freedom systems

CO2
using Newton’s 2nd law, energy and Lagrange methods.
Compute the natural frequencies and mode shapes of single- and multi-degree-of-
CO3
freedom systems.
Determine the vibration response of single- and multi-degree-of-freedom systems
CO4
based upon the initial conditions and / or harmonic forcing input.
Determine the exact natural frequencies and mode shapes of simple one-dimensional
CO5
continuous systems.
Analyze the performance of a passive vibration isolation system and / or passive
CO6
vibration absorber to suppress vibration in a forced system.
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Course Outline:

Topic 1: FUNDAMENTAL OF VIBRATIONS

 Basic concepts of vibration
 Classification of vibration
 Spring, mass or inertia, and damping elements
 Harmonic motion

Topic 2: FREE VIBRATION OF SINGLE-DEGREE-OF-FREEDOM SYSTEMS

 Vibration analysis procedure
 Free vibration of an undamped translational system
 Free vibration of an undamped torsional system
 Rayleigh’s energy method
 Free vibration with viscous damping

Topic 3: HARMONICALLY EXCITED VIBRATION OF SINGLE-DEGREE-OF-

FREEDOM SYSTEMS
 Equation of motion
 Response of an undamped system under harmonic force
 Response of a damped system under harmonic force
 Response of a damped system under the harmonic motion of the base
 Response of a damped system under rotating unbalance

Topic 4: TWO-DEGREE-OF-FREEDOM SYSTEMS

 Equations of motion for forced vibration
 Free vibration analysis of an undamped system
 Torsional system
 Coordinate coupling and principal coordinates
 Semi-definite systems
 Forced vibration of undamped systems using modal analysis

Topic 5: LAGRANGE’S EQUATIONS

 Generalized coordinates and generalized forces
 Using Lagrange’s equations to derive equations of motion
 Equations of motion of undamped systems in matrix form

Topic 6: VIBRATION OF CONTINUOUS SYSTEMS

 Transverse vibration of a string or cable
 Longitudinal vibration of a bar or rod
 Torsional vibration of a shaft or rod
 Lateral vibration of beams
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Topic 7: VIBRATION CONTROL

 Vibration isolation
 Undamped dynamic vibration absorbers

Main Reference
S. S. Rao, Mechanical Vibrations, 6th SI Edition, Pearson, 2017.

Additional Reference(s)
1. W. T. Thomson and M. D. Dahleh, Theory of Vibration with Applications, 5th Edition,
Prentice Hall, 1998.
2. D. J. Inman, Engineering Vibrations, 3rd Edition, Prentice Hall, 2007.
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Course Outcomes :

MQF MQ MQ MQ MQ MQ
MQF1 MQF1 MQF6 MQF6 MQF5 MQF8
2 F4 F3 F4 F5 F7
Course Outcomes PO
PO1 PO2 PO3 PO4 PO5 PO PO PO9 PO PO PO12
6
7 8 10 11
a b c a b a b c a b c a b a b a b c a b
CO1: Apply the fundamental concepts of vibration. 

CO2: Formulate the equations of motion for single-

and multi-degree-of-freedom systems using Newton’s 
2nd law, energy and Lagrange methods.

CO3: Compute the natural frequencies and mode


shapes of single- and multi-degree-of-freedom systems.

CO4: Determine the vibration response of single- and

multi-degree-of-freedom systems based upon the initial 
conditions and / or harmonic forcing input.

CO5: Determine the exact natural frequencies and

mode shapes of simple one-dimensional continuous 
systems.

CO6: Analyze the performance of a passive vibration

isolation system and / or passive vibration absorber to 
suppress vibration in a forced system.
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Assessment-Course Outcomes Matrix :

MQF1 MQF1 MQF1 MQF1 MQF1 MQF1

PO1 PO1 PO1 PO1 PO1 PO2
Assessments CO1 CO2 CO3 CO4 CO5 CO6
Assignments (30%)     
Test (20%)   
Final Exam (50%)      

PO & MQF LOD Emphasis:

Current MQF1 MQF1 MQF6 MQF6 MQF2 MQF4 MQF3 MQF4 MQF5 MQF5 MQF7 MQF8
Total
Coverage PO1 PO2 PO3 PO4 PO5 PO6 PO7 PO8 PO9 PO10 PO11 PO12
(%) 85.0 15.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 100

Bloom's Coverage (%) :

Cognitive
Psychomotor Affective Total
Low Med Hi
Current Coverage (%) 10.0 69.0 21.0 0.0 0.0 100
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What is Program Educational Objectives (PEO)?

PEO are objectives that UNITEN graduates should achieve after five (5) years of graduation.

Summary of BME Programme Educational Objectives (PEO)

Program Educational Objectives

PEO No.
UNITEN produces Mechanical Engineering graduates who:
PEO1 Practicing engineers in mechanical engineering with the ability to venture into energy related business.
PEO2 Hold leadership responsibilities and/or establish their own enterprises.
PEO3 Have professional qualifications/certifications in mechanical engineering related areas.
PEO4 Engages in activities to enhance knowledge in their professional works

What are Programme Outcomes (PO)?

POs are the expected traits that UNITEN students should have upon graduation.

COE Programme Outcomes (PO)

Program Outcomes

PO Students graduating from the Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (BME) program will have
No. the ability to:

Statement Sub-attributes

a)Comprehend the fundamental knowledge of

mathematics, science and mechanical engineering
(C1,C2)
Apply fundamental knowledge of
b) Apply fundamental knowledge of mathematics,
mathematics, science and mechanical
science and mechanical engineering principles in
PO1 engineering principles in solving complex
solving engineering problems (C3, C4)
problems
c) Solve complex engineering problems by
WA1 (WK1-WK4) [MQF1]
relating/incorporating fundamental knowledge of
mathematics, science and mechanical engineering
principles. (C5,C6)

Identify, formulate, analyze and solve a) Identify, formulate and solve mechanical engineering
complex mechanical engineering problems (C3, C4)
PO2
problems b) Evaluate and synthesize the solution to complex
WA2 (WK1-WK4) [MQF1] mechanical engineering problems (C5,C6)
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Program Outcomes

PO Students graduating from the Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (BME) program will have
No. the ability to:

Statement Sub-attributes

a) Illustrate solutions for mechanical engineering

Design solutions for complex
mechanical engineering problems that
meet specific needs with appropriate
PO3
consideration for public health and
safety, culture, society, and environment
WA3 (WK5) [MQF6]
problems with appropriate consideration for public
health and safety. (C3, C4)
b) Illustrate solutions for mechanical engineering
problems with appropriate consideration for culture,
society, and environment. (C3, C4)
c) Propose solutions for complex mechanical
engineering problems that meet specific needs with
appropriate consideration for public health and
safety, culture, society, and environment. (C5,C6)

a) Use research methods for collecting data (C1, C2)

Conduct investigations, interpret data
b) Analyze and interpret data using engineering
and provide conclusions in investigating
principles and appropriate techniques (C3,C4)
PO4 complex problems related to mechanical
c) Design & evaluate solutions to complex engineering
engineering
problems by employing research methods and data
WA4 (WK8) [MQF6]
interpretation skills (C5,C6)

Create appropriate techniques, select

a) Usage of modern tools to execute mechanical
resources, and apply modern
engineering activities (P1,P2)
PO5 engineering tools to execute complex
b) Manipulation of modern tool to execute complex
engineering activities
engineering activities (P3,P4)
WA5 (WK6) [MQF2]

Apply reasoning in assessing societal,
health, safety, legal and cultural issues
and the consequent responsibilities
PO6
relevant to professional engineering
practice
WA6 (WK7) [MQF4]
a) Apply reasoning in assessing societal, legal and
cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities
relevant to professional engineering practice (C3, C4)
b) Apply reasoning in assessing health and safety
issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to
professional engineering practice (C3, C4)

Demonstrate knowledge of the impact

of professional engineering solutions in
PO7 environmental contexts and the need for No sub-attribute (C2,C3)
sustainable development
WA7 (WK7) [MQF3]
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Program Outcomes

PO Students graduating from the Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (BME) program will have
No. the ability to:

Statement Sub-attributes

Demonstrate commitment to
PO8 professional and ethical principles No sub-attribute (A3)
WA8 (WK7) [MQF4]

a) Communicate effectively by means of oral

presentation (P3)
Communicate effectively on complex b) Communicate effectively by means of report writing
PO9 engineering activities (P3)
WA10 [MQF5] c) Communicate effectively by means of oral
presentation and/or report writing on complex
engineering activities (P3)
Function effectively as an individual
and in a group with the capacity to be a
PO10 No sub-attribute (A4)
leader
WA9 [MQF5]
Acknowledge the need for, and be able
PO11 to engage in life-long learning No sub-attribute (C2)
WA12 [MQF7]

Demonstrate knowledge on project a) Demonstrate knowledge on project management

management principles and principles (C2,C3)
PO12
entrepreneurship skills b) Demonstrate knowledge on entrepreneurship skills
WA11 [MQF8] (C2,C3)

Malaysian Qualifications Framework Learning Outcome Domains (MQF LOD) & iCGPA

The Malaysia Education Blueprint 2015-2025 (Higher Education) or the MEB (HE) (Ministry of Higher Education, 2015) is formulated based
on the vision and aspiration of Malaysia Education Development Plan (2013 – 2015) and National Higher Education Strategic Plan (or Pelan
Strategik Pengajian Tinggi Negara (PSPTN)) in educating students who are knowledgeable, skilled and talented to face the challenges of the 21st
century.

Shift 1 of the blueprint aims to foster graduates who are holistic, balanced and entrepreneurial in line with the National Education
Philosophy.

One of the initiatives in Shift 1 is the implementation of the integrated assessment system which materialises student holistic attainment based
on the learning experiences in higher education known as integrated CGPA or iCGPA.

iCGPA illustrates attainment of eight domains of learning outcomes listed in the Malaysian Qualifications Framework.

Malaysian Qualifications Framework Learning Outcome Domains (MQF LOD)

Domain
MQF1 Knowledge
MQF2 Practical Skills
MQF3 Social Skills and Responsibilities
MQF4 Values, Attitude and Professionalism
MQF5 Communication, Leadership and Teamwork Skills
MQF6 Problem Solving and Scientific Skills
MQF7 Information Management and Lifelong Learning Skills
MQF8 Managerial and Entrepreneurial Skills
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MEMB343 MECHANICAL VIBRATIONS

Course Schedule & Problem Solving Exercises
Semester 2 (2018/2019)
15 October 2018 – 25 January 2019

Week Sec. ** Chapters Problem Solving Exercises **

1 1.1 – 1.5, 1.7 – Fundamentals of Vibrations 1.11, 1.39, 1.49, 1.92
(15 Oct – 19 Oct) 1.9, 1.10

2 1.6, 2.1 – 2.3 Free Vibration of Single-Degree-of- 2.3, 2.27, 2.92, 2.96
(22 Oct – 26 Oct) Freedom Systems

3 2.5 – 2.6 Free Vibration of Single-Degree-of- 2.114, 2.115, 2.131, 2.136

(29 Oct – 02 Nov) Freedom Systems

4 3.1 – 3.3 Harmonically Excited Vibration of 3.1, 3.9, 3.34

(12 Nov – 16 Nov) Single-Degree-of-Freedom Systems

5 3.4 Harmonically Excited Vibration of 3.41, 3.45, 3.64

(19 Nov – 23 Nov) Single-Degree-of-Freedom Systems

6 3.6 – 3.7 Harmonically Excited Vibration of 3.73, 3.79

(26 Nov – 30 Nov) Single-Degree-of-Freedom Systems

7 5.1 – 5.4 Two-Degree-of-Freedom Systems 5.5, 5.8, 5.36

(03 Dec – 07 Dec)
8 5.5, 5.7 Two-Degree-of-Freedom Systems 5.43, 5.49
(10 Dec – 14 Dec)
9 6.14 Two-Degree-of-Freedom Systems 5.62, 5.63
(17 Dec – 21 Dec)
10 6.6 – 6.8 Lagrange’s Equations 5.37, 5.50
(24 Dec – 28 Dec)
11 8.1 – 8.2.4, 8.3.1 Vibration of Continuous Systems 8.2, 8.4, 8.6, 8.16, 8.28
(31 Dec – 04 Jan)
12 8.4, 8.5.1 – 8.5.4 Vibration of Continuous Systems 8.31, 8.33, 8.36
(07 Jan – 11 Jan)
13 9.10.1 – 9.10.2 Vibration Control 9.27, 9.33, 9.44, 9.46
(14 Jan – 18 Jan)
14 9.11.1 Vibration Control 9.68, 9.70, 9.76, 9.77
(21 Jan – 25 Jan)

** Topics coverage based on the textbook: S. S. Rao, Mechanical Vibrations, 6th SI Edition, Pearson, 2017

Note: Test is scheduled on 07 December 2018, 3.00 pm to 4.30 pm; venue will be announced at a later date.
Date of assignments will be announced in class.