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.

Credits

3

General Education Competency

[GE Core type]

ENGI 210Mechanics Statics*

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I. General Information

Department

Math

II. Course Specification

Course Type

Program Requirement

General Education Competency

[GE Core type]

Credit Hours Narrative

3

Repeatable

N

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.