ENGI 210 Mechanics Statics*
This first course in engineering mechanics addresses addition and resolution of forces, vector algebra, graphical methods, equilibrium, free body diagrams, trusses, frames, friction, centroids and moments of inertia, and fluid statics.
ENGI 210Mechanics Statics*
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I. General Information
II. Course Specification
Course Type
Program Requirement
Credit Hours Narrative
3 Credits
Prerequisite Narrative
MATH 170 and PHYS 211
III. Catalog Course Description
This first course in engineering mechanics addresses addition and resolution of forces, vector algebra, graphical methods, equilibrium, free body diagrams, trusses, frames, friction, centroids and moments of inertia, and fluid statics.
IV. Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:
- Use vectors in solving static equilibrium equations.
- Use free-body diagrams to resolve forces into components and solve for unknown reactions.
- Apply the summation of forces and moments to solve 2-D and 3-D problems with particles or rigid bodies.
V. Topical Outline (Course Content)
Students will demonstrate a working knowledge of the following processes and concepts: a. Forces on particles
b. Resultant forces
c. Vector concepts and vector addition
d. Resultant of multiple forces
e. Resolution of a force into components
f. Rectangular components and unit vectors
g. Equilibrium of a particle
h. Newton’s first law of motion
i. Free body diagrams
j. Space forces
k. Equilibrium of a particle in space
l. Principle of transmissibility
m. Vector product
n. Moment of a force
o. Varignon’s theorem
p. Scalar and triple vector products
q. Moment of a couple
r. Force-couple systems
s. Equivalent force systems
t. 2-D rigid body equilibrium
u. 3-D rigid body equilibrium
v. Center of gravity
w. Centroids of lines, areas, and volumes
x. Centroids by integration
y. Centroids of composite bodies
z. Theorems of Pappus
aa. Truss analysis by joints and sections
bb. Analysis of frames and machines
cc. Dry friction
dd. Wedges and screws
ee. Axel friction
ff. Belt friction
gg. Moments of inertia of areas and volumes
Time permitting, these additional topics may be covered:
a. Distributed loads on beams
b. Forces on submerged surfaces
c. Forces in beams and cables
d. Product of inertia and Mohr’s circle
e. Virtual work
VI. Delivery Methodologies
Required Text
Vector Mechanics for Engineers, Dynamics, 10th edition, by Beer, Johnston, and Clausen, published by McGraw-Hill.