Engineering Science

206. Statics.  Vector quantities, forces and moments; resultants of force systems; free body diagrams and static equilibrium; analysis of truss, frame and machines in static equilibrium; dry friction; belt friction; first and second moments.  Three lectures.(3 credits)

Prerequisites: MATH 104 and PHYS 101

Course Objectives:

The student will be able to:

• Use vectors to solve statics problems.

• Use free-body diagrams to solve equilibrium problems.

• Analyze trusses, frames, and machines in static equilibrium.

• Analyze the effects of friction.

• Solve for first and second moments of area.

Course Syllabus:

Textbook:  

Vector Mechanics for Engineers: Statics, 6th Ed., by Beer & Johnston, McGraw-Hill

Topics:

1. Statics of Particles

2. Rigid Bodies: Equivalent Systems of Forces

3. Rigid Bodies in Equilibrium

4. Centroids and Center of Gravity

5. Structures

6. Friction

7. Moment of Inertia

ABET category content as estimated by faculty member who prepared this course description:

Engineering Science: 3 credits (100%)

Prepared by:  Dr. Graham Walker    Date: March, 2002