Basic elasticity theory. Strain Measurement Methods: Various types of strain gauges, Electrical Resistance strain gauges, semiconductor strain gauges, strain gauge circuits, transducer applications, recording instruments for static and dynamic applications. Photoelasticity: Theory of photoelasticity, Analysis techniques, Three dimensional photoelasticity, Reflection Palanscope and application. Brittle coating methods of strain indication. Moire Method of strain analysis. Grid method of strain analysis. Computer interfacing and on-line monitoring of strain and stress fields.

Recommended Books:

1. Modern Experimental Stress Analysis: Completing The Solution Of Partially Specified Problems - James F. Doyle (Willey)
2. Experimental Stress Analysis - James W. Dally, William F. Riley (College House Enterprises)
3. Experimental Stress Analysis  - U C Jindal (Pearson)
4. Advanced strength and applied stress analysis- Richard Gordon Budynas (McGraw Hill)