This course explores the analysis and design of engineering structures considering factors of deflection, buckling, combined loading, & failure theories
Mechanics of Materials IV: Deflections, Buckling, Combined Loading & Failure Theories
Mechanics of Materials IV: Deflections, Buckling, Combined Loading & Failure Theories
Instructor: Dr. Wayne Whiteman, PE
Access provided by L'Oréal
32,036 already enrolled
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
807 reviews
Intermediate level
Some related experience required
Flexible schedule
8 hours to complete
Learn at your own pace
99%
Most learners liked this course
Details to know
Shareable certificate
Add to your LinkedIn profile
Assessments
2 assignments
Taught in English
See how employees at top companies are mastering in-demand skills
There are 3 modules in this course
Instructor
Instructor ratings
(142 ratings)Offered by
Why people choose Coursera for their career
Felipe M.
Learner since 2018
"To be able to take courses at my own pace and rhythm has been an amazing experience. I can learn whenever it fits my schedule and mood."
Jennifer J.
Learner since 2020
"I directly applied the concepts and skills I learned from my courses to an exciting new project at work."
Larry W.
Learner since 2021
"When I need courses on topics that my university doesn't offer, Coursera is one of the best places to go."
Chaitanya A.
"Learning isn't just about being better at your job: it's so much more than that. Coursera allows me to learn without limits."
Learner reviews
- 5 stars
83.27%
- 4 stars
14.25%
- 3 stars
1.85%
- 2 stars
0.24%
- 1 star
0.37%
Showing 3 of 807
JS
Reviewed on Jul 9, 2020
Very interesting topics are discussed here.It is very use full in understanding the load conditions of materials and failure phenomena. Thanks a lots for giving us this great opportunity....
MA
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2017
First of all a very very big thanks for providing such a great course with the great professor, really he way of teaching is great and I can easily understand all the module.The course really good.
KA
Reviewed on Apr 30, 2019
very useful course........Include strain energy concepts and deflection of beams using castiglianos theorem. it will be useful for undergraduate indian students like us ... thank you
Explore more from Physical Science and Engineering
Georgia Institute of Technology
Georgia Institute of Technology
Georgia Institute of Technology
Georgia Institute of Technology