Mechanics is the physical science that deals with the effects of forces on objects. Mechanics can be divided into three main branches: rigid-body mechanics, deformable-body mechanics, and fluid mechanics. This course is an introductory level course on rigid-body mechanics. The objective of this course is to introduce students to the fundamental concepts and principles employed by engineers -whether civil, mechanical, aeronautical, etc.- in the design of structures of all sorts, sizes and purpose.
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Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Apply vector algebra to engineering mechanics problems,
- Apply equilibrium equations to solve engineering mechanics problems,
- Analyze statically determinate trusses,
- Analyze statically determinate frames,
- Construct internal force diagrams for statically determinate structures,
- Calculate properties of areas, volumes and masses.
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1. Vector Mechanics for Engineers: Statics by F.Beer, E.R.Johnston, D.Mazurek, 10th Edition, McGraw-Hill, 2012 2. Engineering Mechanics: Statics by D.Gross, W.Hauger, J. Schroder, 2nd Edition, Springer 2013
1. Engineering Mechanics: Statics by R.C. Hibbeler, 13th Edition, Prentice Hall, 2012
Quiz/Homework - 10%
Midterms - 60%
Final - 30%
| Workload | Hrs |
|---|---|
| Lectures | 42 |
| Course Readings | 35 |
| Exams/Quizzes | 50 |
| Total Workload | 127 |